LaBOUNTY, Clara - Services for Clara Erickson LaBounty, 90, of Whatcom County will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Westford Funeral Home. The Rev. Richard Wyanski will officiate. Mrs. LaBounty died on Nov. 19, 1991 at a local care center. She was born April 8, 1901, in Whatcom County to Andrew and Liza (Hedbom) Erickson. She graduated from Western Washington University (then Bellingham Normal School) and taught at Paradise, Custer and North Bellingham Elementary schools for a total of 23 years. She also taught one year in Lewis County. She married George LaBounty in 1921 in Bellingham. She lived most of her life in North Bellingham and the Ten Mile district. Mrs. LaBounty was a member of the Sunset Neighbors, the MM Club, the North Bellingham Orthopedic Society and the Auxiliary of the VFW of Laurel. Survivors include her sons John LaBounty and Clifford LaBounty of Maple Falls and R. Dale LaBounty of Sunland, Calif.; daughters Adele VanDyk and June Filbert of Bellingham; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Nov 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaBOUNTY, George of 1924 Northwest Road, Bellingham passed away Monday, July 16, 1984 at the age of 89. He leaves to survive his wife Clara; 2 daughters, Adele VanDyk of Bellingham; June Filbert of Bellingham; 3 sons, John of Bellingham; Clifford of Maple Falls; Dale of California; 10 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren. He was a member of the William Lee Alexander Post, VFW No. 3685, had been a resident of Bellingham since 1902. Private graveside services will be held Thursday, July 19, at 10 a.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery with Mrs. Karen Dodson officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jul 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaCLAIR, Cyril, age 59, of Ferndale, passed away Wednesday, August 9th, (1967). He is survived by his wife Helen; five daughters, Mrs. Edith Simmonds and Mrs. Yvonne Dane of Oakland; Muriel, Irma and Lucy LaClair at home; eight sons, Lavander of Bellingham; Cyril and Bill of San Jose, Calif.; Edward, Bernard, Joseph, Wilbert and Wilfred at home; one brother, Roland of Pacific Beach; one sister, Irma of Portland; 23 grandchildren. Rosary Sunday at 8 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel. Requiem Mass Monday, August 14 at 10 a.m. at St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Interment Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Aug 1967) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaCLAIR, Cyril J., age 74, of Lummi, passed away Jan. 17, 2010 at his home. A prayer service will be held at 6:00 p.m., Thurs., Jan. 21 and a funeral service at 10:00 a.m., Fri., Jan. 22. Both services will be held at Wexliem Community Building. Cyril served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He was a member of Lummi American Legion Post 33. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory - Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Jan 2010) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaCLAIR, Helen Mae, 78, of Lummi Nation, passed away Sunday, Aug. 20, 2006. A prayer service will be held Wed., Aug. 23, 6 p.m. followed by a funeral service Thurs. Aug 24, 10 a.m. both at the Wexliem Community Building. Arrangements are under the care of Moles Family Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Aug 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaCLAIR, Judith Pearl - Vigil prayer services for Judith Pearl LaClair, 46, 2616 Lummi View Drive, will be at 6:30 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Moles Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church. The Rev. Jack Buckalew will officiate at both services. Burial will be in the Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mrs. LaClair died Friday (Dec. 12, 1986) in a local hospital. She was born July 7, 1940 in Bellingham, and lived in this area most of her life. She lived in California for 10 years. She was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church and president of American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 33 of Lummi Island. Mrs. LaClair worked as director of the Tribal Employment Rights Office for the Lummi Indian Business Council for the last two years and as contract health director for the Lummi Health Center. Survivors include her husband, Cyril of the family home; two sons, Henry LaClair of Ferndale and Richard LaClair of the Lummi reservation; a daughter Yvonne Cagey of the Lummi reservation; a brother Lawrence Finkbonner of the Lummi reservation; two sisters Joan Finkbonner of the Lummi reservation and Janice Roberts of Bellingham; a foster daughter Josephine Lane of the Lummi reservation; five grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Dec 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaCLAIR, LaVander Thais, age 64, 4033 Lummi Shore Road, Bellingham, passed away at home Sun. Feb. 12, 1995. He was born Sept. 11, 1930 in Shelton, WA to Cyril Warbus LaClair and Gertrude Wilbur LaClair and during his teen years lived in Medicine Valley, Yakima Nation. As a young boy he was a cowboy and horse rider in rodeos. LaVander served in the 82nd Airborne as a paratrooper in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1958, attaining the rate of Sergeant. He was employed by the Lummi Fisheries as a fish culturist for 24 years. He married Patricia Jefferson on May 7, 1960 in Bellingham. She survives him at the family home. Also surviving him are sons Jay Dean LaClair of Yakima; Phillip, Patrick, Paul Joe, Raymond, and Cyril James LaClair, all of Lummi; daughters LaDonna Fryberg, Tulalip; Angi LaClair, Lummi; grandchildren Nicholas, Raymond, Alexander and Amanda LaClair, all of Lummi; A. J. of Yakima; Loris, Stephanie and Robert of Tulalip; numerous brothers, sisters and other relatives. Evening prayer service will be Wednesday, Feb. 15, 7 p.m. at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility and a funeral service will be Thursday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m. also at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Virginia McKenzie will officiate. Burial will be at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Feb 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaCLAIR, Patricia May (Jefferson) of Bellingham passed away on Sept. 18, 2008, in Bellingham. She was 71. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Norma Jefferson; brothers, Joseph, Frank, Jr., and William (Poncho); sister, Percilla; and her husband, LaVander T. LaClair. Survivors include her brothers, Norman, Mike, Dana, and John; sisters, Norma (Ruby) and Carol; sons, Phillip, Patrick, Paul, Jaydean, Raymond, and Jim (Cyril); and daughter, Angline; adopted children, LaDonna Fryberg, Gwen and Mabel Bob, Timothy Bob, and Jeffery and Daryl James; her Vancouver Island family, Aunties and Uncles, Mary, Audrey and Tom, Louise, Mickie and Karen, Ramona, Jannie, Christina, and Roy; grandkids, Nicholas, Raymond, Jr., Penny, Elizabeth, Alex, Amanda, Jamie, Marcus and Michael; and many other family members and friends. A prayer service will be held Sunday, Sept. 21, at 6:00 p.m., at Wexliem Community Building. Funeral services will be held Monday, Sept. 22, at 10:00 a.m. also at Wexliem. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Sep 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaCLAIR, Patrick Lawrence passed away on April 2, 2009, in Bellingham. He was 47. Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, LaVander and Patricia LaClair; grandparents, Frank and Norma Jefferson, and Cyril and Gertrude LaClair; sister, Donna Jean LaClair. Survivors include brothers, Jay Dean, Phillip, Paul (Lynette), Raymond, and Cyril (Sharon) LaClair; sisters, LaDonna Fryberg, Angeline LaClair, Gwen and Mabel Bob; nephews, Nicholas, Raymond, Alex, Timothy, Penny, Michael, and Marcus; nieces, Amanda, Jamie, and Elizabeth; great nephew, Jayden; and many other family members and friends. Also like brothers and sisters, John, Jim, Vickey, and Jackie Jefferson. A prayer service will be held on Tuesday, April 7, at 6:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 8, at 10:00 a.m. Both services will be held at Wexliem Community Building. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Apr 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LACEY, Franklin P., 77, of 2429 Elm St., passed away at home Thursday, Nov. 26, (1959). Mr. Lacey had resided in Bellingham for the past 36 years; was a retired pressman, having been employed by Miller & Sutherlen; was a member of the Pressman's Union. Survivors are his widow, Lillian M., at home; one son, Ralph W. Lacey, in California; one daughter, Mrs. Elva I. Boyd, of Bellingham; five grandchildren; one great grandchild; one brother, Norman Lacey, of Vancouver, B.C.; numerous nieces and nephews. The remains rest at the Jones Funeral Home where services will be conducted Monday, Nov. 30, at 1 p.m., followed by cremation.

LACKEY, Tommy Y. – Visitation for Tommy "Patch" Young Lackey of Ferndale will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at American Legion Post No. 86 in Blaine, with Chaplain Gordon Anthony officiating. Mr. Lackey died Thursday, Dec. 21, 2000 at a Bellingham care facility. He was 57. Born May 23, 1943 to Ernest and Amie (Armour) Lackey in San Francisco, he had been a Whatcom County resident since 1987. On Nov. 16, 1983, he married Paula West. Mr. Lackey was a member of American Legion Post No. 86 of Blaine and Sons of the Legion. An accomplished oil painter and a Harley-Davidson motorcycle enthusiast, he loved his two dogs. He also enjoyed fishing, crabbing and helping others. His father and one brother died previously. Survivors include his wife of Ferndale; mother of Van Nuys, Calif.; brothers Larry Lackey of LaCenter and Glen Lackey of Woodland; and two nieces and one nephew.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LADWIG, William F. - Funeral services for William F. Ladwig, 78, of Sumas, who passed away Friday, (April 5, 1946) will be held Monday at 2 p.m. in the Gillies funeral Home in Sumas, Rev. Robert Robinson officiating. Interment will follow in the Sumas cemetery. Resident of Sumas for the past forty-one years, Mr. Ladwig is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; two daughters, Mrs. Agnes Deeter, route 2, Everson, and Mrs. Laura Rogers, Chehalis; six sons, Rhinehart, in Glenleslie, Alberta, Canada; Will, Spokane; Charles, of Bellingham; Ben, route 2, Everson; Albert Stell, of Bremerton, and Harry Stell, of Carson, Wash.; sixteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren; a brother, Fred Ladwig, in South Dakota, and a sister in Minnesota.

LaFERTE, Celine, age 76, passed away Monday, March 7, 2005 in Bellingham. She was born March 9, 1928 in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada to Atchez and Anite LaFerte. She has lived in Bellingham for 7 years. Celine is survived by her sister Magdeleine LaFerte of Bellingham and close friend Shirley Bowden of Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Mar 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaFLEUR, Marie M. - A memorial service for Marie M. LaFleur of Bellingham will be at 3 p.m. today at Unity Church with the Rev. Peter Rhea officiating. Her ashes will be placed in Bayview Cemetery. Mrs. LaFleur died Wednesday, June 11, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 67. Born May 5, 1930, to Niels and Agnes Schultz Lonborg in Audubon, Iowa, she lived in Bellingham for 11 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene LaFleur, in 1985; sisters Myrna Crissinger, Norma Patterson and Linda Lonborg; and brother Franklin Lonborg. Survivors include sons Michael LaFleur of Kennewick, Larry LaFleur of Corvallis, Ore., Kenneth LaFleur of Hoquiam and Daniel LaFleur of Beaverton, Ore.; sisters Eva White of Ferndale and Lily Holland and Inez Adelstein both of Bellingham; brothers Earl Lonborg of Elma and Dewey Lonborg of Bellingham; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

LaFOND, Elmer J., age 77 of 4887 Maple Lane, Ferndale, passed away in a local hospital, Thurs., July 6, 1978. A long time resident of Whatcom County, he was a member of the First Christian Church and is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Mary Lee Owings of Anacortes and son Jim LaFond of Napavine, WA; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be Monday, July 10 at 3 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, under the direction of Veroskes Bellingham Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jul 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaFOND, Geneive J., age 73, of 4887 Maple Lane, Ferndale, passed away in a Seattle hospital Tuesday, March 16, (1976). A resident of Bellingham area since 1939, she had served as Medical Records Library at St. Luke's Hospital for 26 years prior to retiring. She was a member of the First Christian Church St. Luke's Assistance League, the Thursday's Study Club, Druzea Club, Sehome Chapter No. 17 OES, and Friends of the Library. Surviving are her husband Elmer; one son James LaFond of Napavine, WA; a daughter Mrs. Robert Owings of Anacortes; a sister Mrs. Gerald DeGarmo of Seattle, also 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral services to be held in Veroskes Bellingham Chapel Friday, March 19 at 2 p.m. with Dr. Donald Salmon officiating. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Mar 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LaFRENIERE, Joseph LeRoy - A graveside service for Joseph LeRoy LaFreniere of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. LaFreniere died Friday, Jan. 10, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 80. Born Sept. 14, 1916, in Ritzville to Louis and Margaret Schaffer LaFreniere Sr., he lived in Whatcom County for 76 years. He married Mary Alice Clow on Dec. 9, 1938, in Everett. Mr. LaFreniere was a carpenter and a 50-year member of the Carpenter's Union local no. 756. He also was a member of the Eagles and Elks lodges. Survivors include his wife of the family home; son Robert LaFreniere of Chandler, Ariz.; brothers Louis LaFreniere of Bellingham and Fred LaFreniere of Santa Rosa, Calif.; three grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.

LaFRENIERE, Richard (Dick) J. of Ferndale passed away on June 10, 2004 at age 69. Richard was born October 12, 1934 in Bellingham, Washington to parents Joseph and Margaret (Clement) LaFreniere. Richard repaired small engines and loved hunting, fishing and traveling. He was a kind and generous man. He attended Bellingham High School. He worked for the Bellingham Herald for 23 years followed by 20 years at the Seattle Times. He is survived by his sister, Beverly Borg of Ferndale; brother, Larry LaFreniere of Bellingham and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A graveside service will be held at Enterprise Cemetery on Wednesday, June 16, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by: Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jun 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAGASSé, Hector Joseph. Born Dec. 20, 1923. Died Jan. 5, 2002 Buried at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale on Jan. 7, 2002.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jan 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAGASSE, Laura E. - Graveside service for Laura E. Lagasse, age 91, of 1158 W. Axton Rd., Ferndale will be Monday June 27 at 11 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, her grandson Pastor Rocky Hartung officiating. Mrs. Lagasse died Tuesday June 21, 1988. She had been a 35 yr. resident of Whatcom County. Surviving are 8 daughters Evangeline Rice of Puyallup, Laura & husband Bill Bennett of City, Irene & husband Lloyd Edmonds of Salem, OR, Beatrice & husband Jack Galey of Sunnyside, Pauline Boyd of Maricopa, AZ, May Hartung of Ferndale, Alberta & husband Leonard Stinde of Renton, Juliette & husband Don Smith of Harbor, OR; 4 sons Hector & wife Bessie Lagasse of Stanwood, Paul & wife Dolly Lagasse of Seattle, David & wife Carolyn Lagasse of Los Gatos, CA, Ivan & wife Margie Lagasse of Brookings, OR; 35 grandchildren, numerous great & great great grandchildren; several brothers & sisters in Canada. Services under the direction of Jones Funeral Home.

LaHAMMER, Mary, age 65 of The Foothills Apts., passed away Tues., Dec. 2, (1975). Mrs. LeHammer had been a resident of Whatcom County for many years and leaves to survive a sister, Mrs. Wilma Mark and a brother, Frank Clendenen, both of city. Private family services were held Wed., Dec. 3 followed by cremation under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Dec 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAHTI, Paul William - A memorial service for Paul William Lahti of Ferndale will at at 11 a.m. Thursday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. Mr. Lahti died at home Friday, Oct. 3, 1997. He was 48. Born April 16, 1949, to Elmer and Claire Goodney Lahti in Worcester, Mass., he graduated from Anaheim High School. He lived in Whatcom County for three years. Survivors include his parents of Pahrump, Neb., brother James Lahti of Surrey, B.C., and other relatives.

LaHATT, Lawrence "Doyle", age 58, passed away on May 12, 2003. He was born on May 10, 1945 to Carroll Sidney and Anna Viola (Biddison) LaHatt in Bellingham, WA. Doyle graduated from Ferndale High School in 1964, and later served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his parents. Doyle is survived by his children Tami, Scott Lance, Lorance, Lawrence, Tarisa, and Milisa; several grandchildren; brothers Len LaHatt and Ji LaHatt; sisters Carroll Nilson, LeeAnn LaHatt, and Ann Marie Downing. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 May 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAKE, Margaret - Aged 70 years, Margaret Lake, 2517 Franklin street, passed away in a Bellingham hospital Monday morning after a considerable period of poor health. She had been a local resident eighteen years and belonged to the First Presbyterian church. A daughter, Mrs. Helen Berg, city; one sister, Mrs. J. D. Gillus, of Peachland, B.C., and one grandchild survive her. Funeral services, with the Rev. Isaac Ward officiating, will take place in the Bingham-Dahlquist funeral home Wednesday at 1 p.m., followed by interment in Greenacres Memorial park.

LAMB, Orpha L. - A graveside service for Orpha L. Lamb of Ferndale will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Woodlawn Cemetery with the Rev. Glen Wolf officiating. Mrs. Lamb died at home Thursday, May 9, 1996. She was 94. Born Jan. 22, 1902 to Fred and Nettie Weaver Thompson in Big Timber, Mont., she married Peter Lamb on Feb. 18, 1918 in Big Timber. They moved to Ferndale in 1935. She worked for Alaska Packers. During World War II, she made gas tanks for airplanes for Firestone. She also served as a volunteer plane observer during the war. She was preceded in death by her husband on March 30, 1973. Survivors include son Don Lamb of Ferndale; daughters Lena Dygert of Apache Junction, Ariz., and Jean Weinard of Ferndale; sisters Delia Groom of Billings, Mont., Adell Jones of Great Falls, Mont, and Louise Hogemark of Big Timber; brothers Ora Thompson of Livingston, Mont., Elmer Thompson of Anaconda, Mont, and Maurice Thompson of Billings; 10 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home and Crematorium.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 May 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAMBERT, Everett E., of Laurel, passed away on Friday, October 22, 2004. He was 80 years old. Everett was born on November 24, 1923 in Jamestown, Arkansas to James and Nola Lambert. He served for about 30 years in the armed forces, in the Army during the Korean War and in the Navy during WWII. Everett's military duties included being stationed on a ship during the attack on Pearl Harbor. He is survived by his wife, Florence Lambert; daughters Bobbie Almaham and Laurie Applegate; son Jim Elliot; and several nieces, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. At Everett's request, no services will be held. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Oct 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAMBERT, Lyle M., age 86, of Mt. Vernon, passed away Aug. 24, 1985 in a Mt. Vernon nursing home. Born March 29, 1899 in Ekalaka, Montana. He was a long time resident of Sumas before moving to Mt. Vernon. He was preceded in death by a son, Amos; a grandson, Rodney and 2 brothers, George & Matthew. He leaves 6 daughters, Beulah Barber of Port Angeles, June German of Sequim, Lou Hackett of Edmonds, Josephine Klop of Bayview, Cordie Adams of Conroe, Texas, Jean Frey of Onalaska; daughter-in-law, Diane Lambert of Burlington; 6 sisters, Florence Nims of Shelton, May Hoag of Bellingham, Racheal Hoag of Camp Kirk, S. Dakota, Minerva Waylett of Shelton, Bessie Akers of Shelton, Lillian Laughlin of Shelton; 26 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren. Cremation, private family services. Arrangements Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home, Seattle.

LAMBERT, Mark John, born December 24th, 1942, local business owner and student of life, passed away from pancreatic cancer on October 13th, 2007 surrounded by his children and wife. Mark is survived by an extended, loving family. Friends are invited to greet the family at the visitation on Tuesday, October 16th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Moles-Bayview Chapel on Lakeway Dr. and on Wednesday, October 17th from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on James Street in Bellingham. A funeral will follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Saxon Cemetery. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Oct 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAMBERT, Melvin E., age 58, 613 Everson Rd., Everson, passed away in Bellingham on Fri. May 22, 1987. A lifetime county resident, Mr. Lambert was born in Sumas on April 18, 1929 and was the son of the late Reuben & Inez Lambert. During WWII, Mr. Lambert served in the U.S. Army Air Corp. and following the war went into the logging industry and for 20 years owned & operated Mel Lambert Log Co. in Everson. On Aug. 26, 1955, he was married to Janet Shetler in Bellingham. He was a member of the Washington Contract Loggers Assoc.; The Deming Logging Show and the International Order of Foresters. He is survived by his wife Janet; 3 sons, Jay & wife Norma Jo, Everson, Steven & wife Michelle of Bellingham & Michael at home; a daughter, Mrs. Lori & husband Bill Carl of Everson; 6 grandchildren, Angela & Jayson Lambert of Everson, Christopher, Cara & Cody Lambert of Bellingham, Tanya Carl of Everson; a brother, Ray Lambert & wife Wilma of Bellingham; 2 sisters, Mrs. Irene & husband Ted Weidkamp of Lynden, Mrs. Bernice & husband Dale Greenfield of Aloha, Oregon; his mother & father-in-law Verlie & Fred Graves of Bellingham and numerous other relatives. Funeral services were conducted on Tues. May 26 at 2 p.m. in the Nooksack Valley Baptist Church with Rev. John Ruhlman officiating. Burial followed in Sumas Cemetery. Services were under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.

LAMBERT, Raymond L. - Visitation for Raymond L. Lambert of Bellingham will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Friday at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Nooksack Valley Baptist Church in Everson, followed by burial in Sumas Cemetery. Mr. Lambert died Saturday, April 15, 2000, at his home. He was 72. Born June 21, 1927, to Reuben and Inez (Baker) Lambert in Sumas, he had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident and grew up in Sumas. Mr. Lambert served in the U.S. Army during World War II. On May 1, 1954, he married Wilma Gile in Lynden. She died in 1993. Mr. Lambert worked as a mechanic and then worked in the logging industry before becoming an ironworker for 22 years through Ironworkers Local 505 of Bellingham. Mr. Lambert was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1585 and American Legion, Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7 of Bellingham. He enjoyed camping and golf. He was preceded in death by his brother Melvin Lambert. Survivors include son Roy R. Lambert of Juneau, Alaska daughters Tammy Bring of Bellingham and Gladys "Andy" Gates of Ferndale sisters Irene Weidkamp of Lynden and Bernice Greenfield of Aloha, Ore. two grandchildren two great-grandchildren and many other relatives.

LAMBSON, Everett E., age 73 of 1404 Garden St., passed away Tuesday Aug. 9. Mr. Lambson was a 59 year resident of this community and a retired driver for Darigold, member of Teamsters Union Local No. 231. Surviving wife Mary, 1 son Roger Keith Lambson of Everett, 1 daughter Mrs. Norma Moe, City, 4 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters, Mrs. Polly Jones and Mrs. Bernice Wyman, both Olympia. Services Wed. Aug. 10 at 10 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, Rev. Julia Brand officiating. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Aug 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAMBSON, Jean M. - A memorial service for Jean M. Lambson of Anacortes will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at United Methodist Church in Anacortes. Mrs. Lambson died Sunday, May 11, 1997, in Anacortes. She was 70. Born April 7, 1927, to Viola and Douglas McKay in Bellingham, she married Roger Lambson here on Feb. 10, 1957. Mrs. Lambson moved to Everett in 1974 and to Anacortes after her retirement in 1992. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1985. Survivors include daughter Kay Starkovich of Anacortes, son Gary Brand of Anacortes, sisters Donna Hardy of Bellingham and Willo Burgler of Ferndale, brothers Kenneth McKay of Ferndale and James McKay of Bellingham, seven grandchildren and numerous other relatives.

LAMBSON, Mary E., age 69 of 3209 Pinewood, passed away Sunday, May 27, 1979. A resident of this community for more than 50 years, she was a member of Garden Street Methodist Church and is survived by 1 son, Roger Keith Lambson of Everett, 1 daughter, Mrs. Norma Moe, City, 1 sister, Mrs. Josephine Flaig, City, 4 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service Wed May 30, 1 p.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery, with Rev. Julia Brand officiating. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 May 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAMKIN, Emma L., aged 73 years, passed away at a local hospital, Friday, December 15, (1939) following a short illness. Miss Lamkin's home is at 617 Twenty-first Street, and she had been a resident here for the past thirty-six years. Deceased was a member of the Unitarian Church and leaves as survivors two brothers, Jessie J. and Willis B. Lamkin, of this city. The remains are resting at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. James E. Milligan, Tuesday, December 19 at 3 p.m. Interment will be made in Bay View Cemetery.

LAMKIN, Jesse "Jay" 617 Twenty-first street, well-known South Bellingham transferman, passed away Monday (Jan. 6, 1941) after a long illness. He was 69 years of age and had resided in Bellingham thirty-seven years. He is survived by his brother, Willis B., city, and two cousins in Seattle. Funeral services will be conducted at the Harlow-Hollingsworth chapel Thursday at 3 p.m. by the Rev. James M. Wilson. Interment will follow in the Bay View cemetery. For many years the Lamkin brothers, "Billy and Jay" were familiar figures in their horse drawn transfer wagon. Later they purchased a truck. Illness and advancing age forced them to retire a few years ago. In the early days, the brothers, both bachelors, made their living by growing and peddling vegetables. They lived with a sister, Emily, who died about a year ago. Since then Willis has resided in a home for aged persons on Knox avenue, Jesse having been confined to a hospital.

LAMKIN, Willis B. - The death of Willis B. Lamkin, pioneer transfer man of this city who with his brother once operated a horse and cart delivery service on the South side, occurred Friday morning (Dec. 18, 1946) in a local hospital. No immediate survivors are known. The remains rest at the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home where services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, conducted by Elder J. A. Gordon of the Seventh Day Adventist church. Interment will take place in Bay View cemetery.

LAMONT, Kenneth A., age 34 of 3846 Fraser St., passed away Monday, July 18, 1977 from a car accident that happened July 9. He was born April 7, 1943 in Seattle. He lived in Anacortes since 1948 and graduated from Anacortes High School in 1961. He was owner of Ross's Carpet Cleaning Service. He lived in Bellingham since 1963. Survived by his wife, Gloria and 2 step sons, Gregg and Ross Steed at the family home; 2 sons, Gary and Kevin Lamont of Manchester, Wa.; parents, Willis and Helen Kaupp and a sister Kathryn Schlecht of Bellingham; 1 aunt, Mrs. L. W. Hanvey of Edmonds; numerous cousins and friends. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, July 22 at the Jones Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Fern Hill Cemetery in Anacortes, Friday at 3 p.m.

LaMONTAGNE, Sandra Scott, age 58 of Shoreline passed over July 26, 1997, from complications of diabetes. Born in Bellingham and was raised in Marysville and Everett and had lived in the Shoreline area for the last 35 years. She graduated from Everett High School in 1956, attended Everett Community College and was a secretary at Boeing for several years before starting her family. Sandra was a member of the L.D.S. Church, was active in Ryther Children's Services, and the Northridge Community Club. Survived by her devoted husband, Don, cherished daughters, Juli Dollmeyer of Seattle, Lynn Dollmeyer of Seattle, Merrilee Buckley and her husband Steve of Edmonds, Marlee Riggin and her husband Bob of Centralia, December LaMontagne of Shoreline, June Meehan and her husband Tom of Bothell, son D. Scott LaMontegne of Seattle, two granddaughters, Emily and Kylie Brown, three grandsons, Robert, Ross and Ryan Riggin; aunts, Marg Norrie of Spokane and Helen Scott of Centralia. Services Thursday, July 31, 10:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 132nd and Greenwood Ave. N., Seattle. A reception will follow til 1:00 p.m. Graveside Service and Dedication will be at Woodlawn Cemetery, Ferndale at 4:00 p.m. Arrangements Beck's Funeral Home, Edmonds.

LAMOREAUX, Charlotte – Graveside services for Charlotte Lamoreaux, a former licensed practical nurse, will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery, with Bishop Derrill Adair officiating. Mrs. Lamoreaux, 77, of Canyon County, Calif., died Saturday in Valencia, Calif. She was born in Washington on Jan. 30, 1910 and had lived in the Bellingham area before moving to the Los Angeles area 20 years ago. She had worked as a licensed practical nurse. Mrs. Lamoreaux was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Survivors include two daughters, Fern Pomeroy of Ferndale and Nancy Kent of Canyon County; three sons, George Lamoreaux and Eugene Lamoreaux of Bellingham and Charles Lamoreaux of Canyon County; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Love of Bellingham and Alice Snyder of Ferndale. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jul 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAMOREAUX, Elizabeth, 95, 4042 Hoff Road, died Sunday (May 3, 1981). She was born Nov. 25, 1885, in North Dakota. She was a member of Marietta Baptist Church, Marietta Grange and the Senior Activity Center. She is survived by a daughter-in-law, a granddaughter, a grandson, a stepson, four great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, two sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Cemetery, with the Rev. Julia Brand officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 May 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAMOREAUX, Mabel, age 87, of 4104 Hoff Rd., B'ham, passed away Wed., June 13, 1979. Mrs. Lamoreaux was a lifetime resident of Whatcom Co. She is survived by 2 sons, John Noffsinger of Seaside, CA and Hugh Noffsinger of Sparks, Nevada. 2 daughters, Catherine Heimenz of Seattle and Faith Swensen of Fergus Falls, Minnesota; friends, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Buswell of B'ham. Graveside services will be held Mon. June 18 at 2 p.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery, Rev. Julia Brand officiating. Burial under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jun 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAMOSITELE, Tauvalea, age 75, passed away April 7, 2006 at home in Bellingham. She was born Nov 29, 1930 in Samoa to Titi and Faaea Lamositele. Tauvalea was a school teacher for many years and retired in 1985. Following her retirement, she moved to the United States to be with her children. She loved her family and her church. Tauvalea enjoyed reading, cooking, sewing and watching the Seattle Mariners. She was preceded in death by her husband Liu Laasauga in 1971. She is survived by son Aliva Laau (wife Lumepa) of Anaheim, CA; daughters Valasi Afamasaga (husband Asiasi) of Kirkland, WA; Amada Soo (husband Fala) of Bellingham; Tauta Sauni of Samoa, Tautau Lamositele of Bellingham; brothers Faalia Auvaa (wife Vaitoa), Faamalosi Lamositele and Silia Lamositele (wife Leleai) all of Samoa and sister Fotu Masipau of Samoa; 12 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Visitation with family present will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Fri. April 14 from 6-8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Sat April 15 at 10 a.m. followed by a Samoan Cultural Reception across the street at Westford's Broadway Hall. Rev. Isaako Malo of Tacoma, WA will be officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Apr 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LAMPMAN, Dean McComb, age 85, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Sun., April 27, 1997 in Bellingham. He was born May 21, 1911 in Blaine, WA to George & Alice (Smith) Lampman. Graduating from Ferndale High School he married Ernestine Dickerson on July 31, 1937 in Marietta, WA. He has been a life resident of Whatcom County and was past president of the Fairhaven Lions Club, past Master of Pierre B. Cornwall Lodge #289, F&AM, past president of the Unity Church Board where he was a member. Mr. Lampman was a builder, enjoyed singing and gardening and owned the Seven Spot Drive-In. Preceded in death by his sister, Wave Verkist in Jan. 1997. Survived by his wife, Ernestine; son, D. Michael & wife Carol Lampman of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Dean & wife Sue Lampman of Mesa, AZ, Traci & husband Tim Kohler of Mt. View, CA; Michelle Reynolds of Bellingham; several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Wed., April 30, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at Unity Church with Rev. Peter Rhea, officiating. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

LANCASTER, Diane E., after a short battle with cancer, passed into the presence of her Lord suddenly at home on Sunday, May 2, 2004. Diane, married to Jay for the past 36 years, was a member of the Birch Bay Bible Community Church. An honors graduate of Washington State University, she taught kindergarten for two years in Sequim before settling in to being a partner of the Family Hill Dairy with Jay and their sons Aaron and Ryan. Diane is survived by her husband Jay; son Aaron and his wife Angie and their children Dacoda, Madison, Makayla, and Michael; son Ryan and his fiancé Freynie Seaholm; mother and father, Ervin and Elaine Hanson; sister Delores and her husband Denny DeMeyer and sister Dalinda Race; brother Daniel Hanson and his wife Lorraine; brothers Duane and Darryl Hanson; many aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces. The family will host a visitation on Thursday, May 6, 4-8 p.m. at Ferndale-Moles Funeral Home. A family graveside service will be held at Enterprise Cemetery on Friday, May 7, at 11 a.m. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 7 at 2 p.m. at Birch Bay Bible Community Church, followed by a reception, which will include a memorial display of Diane's interests, hobbies and accomplishments and an opportunity for the sharing of memories.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 May 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANCASTER, Frances Merle, age 71, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Friday, September 9, 1994. She was born November 10, 1922 in Wilbur, WA to Francis and June (Warren) Plank. She had been a Whatcom County resident for 52 years and an active member of First Christian Church. A loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed doing crafts and making dolls. She is survived by her husband, Charlie Lancaster, whom she married on March 17, 1943 in Ardmore, Oklahoma; two daughters, Charleen and husband Sandy Wills of Graham, WA and Sue and husband Dale Kuipers of Lynden, WA; 5 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; brother, Ron Plank and sister, Bobbie Batte, both of Chatsworth, CA; nieces and nephews. Memorial Service will be Tues., Sept. 13, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. at First Christian Church with Rev. Richard D. Talley officiating. Cremation and inurnment at Greenacres Memorial Park. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, September 11, 1994)

LAND, Albert of Skagit County (formerly of Bellingham) passed away in Mount Vernon, WA, on November 12, 2006. He was 83, born in Bellingham on September 25, 1923, to Arthur and Hazel McCoy) Land. Albert served with Battery B, 602nd Field Artillery in WWII. He was a gun crewman in Southern France, Rhineland and Central Europe and was a life member of the VFW. Albert married Elaine Clark on November 8, 1946. He retired from Columbia Concrete after 35 years as a repair crewman. He loved fishing and hunting. He was preceded in death by his wife Elaine, a step-daughter, a grandson, and a great-granddaughter. Albert is survived by his son Wesley and wife Donna Land; stepdaughters Diane and husband Auy Cummings, Marlene and husband Ken Parks; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; sister Dorothy Ellis; special friend Joyce Reed; and numerous nieces, nephews and other family members. A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 16, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Moles Bayview Chapel in Bellingham. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, November 16, at 1 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Nov 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANDAAL, Bert J., 90, of 1414 Franklin St., died Tuesday (Dec. 14, 1982). He was born Oct. 18, 1892, in Waupun [sic], Wisc., and moved to Lynden in 1905. He married Minnie Veleke on April 12, 1915. He had been a bookkeeper at Fair Meat and Grocery for 50 years. He attended Geneva Community Church. Survivors include his wife, two daughters, six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. His brother, Frank, died in 1976. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home, with the Rev. William Samuel officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Dec 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANDCASTLE, Joseph Arthur "J. A." of Bellingham died Friday, Feb. 7, 1997, at Shuksan Convalescent Center. He was 86. A private family graveside service will be at 12:30 p..m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Richard E. Johnson officiating. Born July 31, 1910, to Joseph and Mamie Mullet Landcastle in Warsaw, N.Y., he grew up in western New York. He married Geraldine Burse in 1936 in Warsaw. She died in 1986. A Whatcom County resident the past 20 years, Mr. Landcastle was active in the Order of Eastern Star in LeRoy, N.Y., where he was worthy patron. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by sons Richard and Teddy. Survivors include son Gerald Landcastle of Ferndale, six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

LANE, Arthur C., Jr. "Sim-A-Lano", of Ferndale, died Thursday, August 26, 1999, at St. Josephs Hospital in Bellingham. He was 62. Mr. Lane Was born on April 6, 1937, to Arthur and Christine (Placid) Lane Sr. He attended the Chemawa Indian School; worked as a contractor and fisherman, and founder of Smokey's Fireworks & Seafood. He served in the U.S. Army in Okinawa He was founder of Friends for life, and a member of the Lummi Tribal School Board. Some of his favorite pastimes included coaching basketball and softball, canoeing, and he was an avid Mariners, Sonic and hockey fan - a great supporter of youth activities including Youth at Risk. He loved bringing the family together with annual dinners, salmon barbecues and annual "Feast of Thanksgiving." He believed in his Catholic faith, cultural and spiritual ways. He loved his grandchildren. Mr. Lane is survived by his wife Darlene (Finkboner) Lane; sons Arthur C. Lane, III, Raymond Land; daughters Cleo Lane, Laura Lane, Cathy Lane, Candice Wilson, Theresa Lane, Mary Lane; friend Sharon Coss; son Jonathan Lane; stepdaughter Annie Fasthorse; stepson Terry Fasthorse of South Dakota, and brother Vernon Lane, Sr; sisters Louella Toby, Vesta Perkins, all of Bellingham; sister Vera Scott of Seattle; twenty-two grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Including his parents he was preceded in death by his sisters Violet Hillaire, Gladys Cultee, Viola Robideau; and brother Virgil Lane. A Vigil Service will be held on Sunday August 29, 1999, 6 p.m. at Wexliem (Lumi Community Center). A Funeral Mass on Monday, August 30, 1999, 10 a.m. also at Wexliem with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. Burial will follow at Lummi Nation Cemetery. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Aug 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Arthur, age 54, of Beach Star Route, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 18, (1961) in a local hospital following a brief illness. Mr. Lane had been a resident of Lummi his entire lifetime, and was a former member of the Lummi Tribal Council, also St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife Christina; six daughters, Mrs. Violet Hillaire and Miss Viola Lane of Lummi, Mrs. Vesta Cook, Mrs. Luella Toby and Mrs. Gladys Cultee, all of Bellingham, and Mrs. Alice Wesley in California; three sons, Vernon and Virgil of Lummi and Arthur with the U.S. Army in Okinawa, four sisters, Mrs. Bertha Smith of Neah Bay, Mrs. Edith Jones, Mrs. Helen Jefferson and Mrs. Alice John, all of Lummi; his mother Mrs. Elizabeth Malmberg of Lummi; also 34 grandchildren and numerous other relatives. Rosary will be said Friday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. in the Moles Monroe Chapel. Holy Mass will be offered by the Rev. Father Joseph Dakin, Saturday, Jan. 21 at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Final resting place, Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Jan 1961) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, August, of Lummi reservation, passed away at a local hospital November 22, (1917) at the age of 49 years and 11 years. He is survived by six daughters, Mrs. Bertha Smith of Neah Bay, Wash.; Mrs. Wm. Moore of Olga, Wash.; Mrs. D. Solman, Mrs. A. Jefferson, Alice and Lizzie Lane; two sons, Alfred and Arthur Lane of Lummie (sic) reservation; also his mother, five sisters and three brothers. Funeral service will be conducted Saturday forenoon, November 24, at 10:30 o'clock from the reservation Catholic church, Rev. Father John B. Boulett, officiating. Interment will be made in the reservation cemetery under the direction of A. G. Wickman.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Nov 1917) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Bernard R., 67, a lifetime resident of the Lummi Indian Reservation, died Friday (May 4, 1984) in a Bellingham nursing home. He was born Aug. 25, 1916, on the reservation. He was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. He was active on the Lummi day school baseball team in his your. He is survived by one brother, one sister, two stepsons and three stepdaughters. Rosary/vigil services 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, the Rev. Jack Buckalew officiating. Burial will follow in the Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 May 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, C. Thomas, Rev. was born June 15,1935 in Kansas City, MO. His parents were Margy D. Lane and William A. Lane. He was a graduate of Shawnee Mission High School in Kansas City, KS, Monmouth College in Monmouth, IL, (Theta Chi Fraternity) and Pittsburgh Xenia Seminary in Pittsburgh, PA. Tom married his high school sweetheart, Donna Ann Bretz, in 1955. His ordination to Presbyterian ministry, May 29, 1960, was at the Village Church, Prairie Village, KS, where he had grown up. Tom and Donna were blessed with four children, Joyce Ann Rivers, Dan William Lane (deceased 1988), John Cary Lane, wife Marilyn, and Brian Thomas Lane. Three grandsons are Steven Lane, Timothy Lane and David Lane. Also surviving is his brother Dan and wife Mary, sister-in-law Beulah and nieces and nephews. Tom's hobbies and special interests included golfing, camping, reading, classical music, the Sonics, Sea Hawks, Mariners and wooden crafts. Plagued for years with many health problems he would smile and say, "Be of good cheer!" Private family burial service will be on Lummi Island. There will be a public memorial service at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 29th at First Presbyterian Church in Bellingham. The family requests no flowers. Moles Funeral Home Bayview Chapel Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Aug 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Cathy M., age 41, born May 8, 1965, went home to be with her savior Jesus Christ on Friday, January 5, 2007. Although Cathy has always believed in God, we believe, through recent letters she wrote to us and to God, her commitment to faith has been renewed. Thank you Jesus. We feel she would personally express her wishes to you through the following... I ask that each of you reading this to consider receiving Jesus into your own life. The journey is awesome! After asking Jesus into my life, the last several years have been filled with serving him in any way I was asked. The passion in my heart has been praying the rosary, through which I found my enthusiasm for God's faith, hope, charity, and love, came together while being around people of all walks of life. Cathy enjoyed going for rides, especially to Portage. She loved sunsets, walks on the beach, digging clams, picking oysters, and fishing. She enjoyed shopping, listening to music, cooking, and cleaning. Cathy believed in education for her children, encouraged them to participate in sports, and always believed in her faith in God. She had a big heart, and could never say no to anyone in need of help. Cathy cherished every moment with her children, family and friends, and loved to have prayer groups at her home. Cathy attended Chemawa Indian School, where she was a cheerleader, and Homecoming Queen. She received her travel agent certificate from BVTI. Cathy enjoyed modeling for various fashion events. She was a Mary Kay sales representative. Cathy was an entrepreneur with big dreams, selling fireworks, and working a concession stand, encouraging others to succeed in their dreams too. Cathy was a diabetic since she was 16 years old, most recently she survived through the support of love and compassion by family, friends, and the Mt. Baker Kidney Center. Although she endured her life at the center she was very grateful for the friendships she gained. Although Cathy was only home for one day after being away, for almost four years, we believe it was a miracle, Praise the Lord! We were only a short stop, on her way to heaven, to refuel her with love and to know her kids were being taken care of. God Bless you! Preceding her in death, her father Arthur C. Lane II. Survived by her mate John Jefferson; children Angel, Levi and Alex; mother Darlene (Finkbonner) Lane; sisters Cleo, Laura, Candy, Theresa and Mary; brothers Arthur, Raymond and Jonathan. Vigil Service Monday, January 8, 2007 6 p.m. and Catholic Funeral Mass Tuesday, January 9, 2007, Wx'liem Community Center, Lummi.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jan 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Christina, 57, Beach Star Route, died here Saturday (Aug. 7, 1965) . Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Sunday in Moles Funeral Home. A requiem high mass will be sung at 11 a.m. Monday in St. Joachim's Church with the Rev. John O'Sullivan as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Lummi Cemetery. She was a member of the St. Joachim's Church and Altar Society. Survivors are six daughters, Mrs. Violet Hillaire, Mrs. Viola Robideau, Mrs. Vesta Cooke, Mrs. Louela Toby, Mrs. Gladys Culter and Mrs. Alice Wesley; three sons, Vernon, Virgil, and Art Lane, and 58 grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Aug 1965) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Corrine B. of Bellingham died Friday, April 18, 1997, at Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was 90. At her request, no service will be held. Born Dec. 31, 1906, to George and Elizabeth Snyder in Ottumwa, Iowa, she worked as a welder for Oregon Shipyards during World War II and in canneries in Aberdeen. Mrs. Lane was preceded in death by her husband, Jack, and a son, Francis Moore. Survivors include son, Kenneth Moore of Bellingham, and many other relatives.

LANE, Frank K. "Bunk" Lane, Jr., loving son, grandson, brother, husband, father, nephew, uncle and cousin, age 25, passed away on December 17, 2006 in Bellingham, Washington. Frank was born to Brenda James-Mata and Frank Lane, Sr. on August 3, 1981 in Bellingham where he grew up participating in cultural gatherings. He had a love for hunting and fishing. Frank made his profession commercial fishing and diving. As a young man in his walk of life, he was a positive role model to both the young and the elder tribal members in his community. He drew his strength from his love and respect of the Smoke House and his spiritual brothers and sisters. Frank was loved and respected by all. He will be remembered not only as a dad, but a father who was always present in his children's lives. He wanted every moment he spent with his children to be moments his children would remember forever. Frank was the keeper of the family and held his head high. If family or friends were ever in need, Frank was always there. Frank is survived by wife Tysa "Ginny" Lane; children Shayla and Cheyanne Lane of Bellingham (Lummi); mother Brenda James-Mata of Everson (Nooksack) and father Frank Lane, Sr. of Bellingham; sisters Leeann Lane of Maple Falls and Johnean Fornsby of Reno, NV; brother Alex Mata of Everson; grandparents Harold "Buster" James of Bellingham (Lummi), Merle Leathers of Deming (Nooksack) and Bruce Milene of Ajo, AZ; and numerous aunties, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. From your earthly walk to your spiritual walk, you are surrounded by those who have gone before you. You will never be forgotten. You will always be our "Bunk". A Prayer Service will be held Friday, December 22, at 6:00 p.m. at the Wexliem Community Building. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, December 23, at 10:00 a.m. also at the Wexliem Community Building with burial to follow at the Lummi Cemetery.

LANE, Frederick F., Sr., age 71 of Bellingham passed away at home on Wednesday, March 21, 2007. A Prayer Service will be held on Friday, March 23 at 7:00 p.m. at the Wexliem Community Building. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, March 24 at 10:00 a.m. also at the Wexliem Community Building with burial to follow at the Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Mar 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Gregory T. - Commercial fisherman Gregory T. Lane of 2107 H St. died Saturday (May 6, 1989) at St. Luke's General Hospital. He was 24. Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at Moles Funeral Home. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joachim Church. Burial will be at Lummi Cemetery. Lane was born Dec. 16, 1964. Survivors include a daughter Vanessa Lane and two sons Victor and Jeffrey Jefferson, all of Bellingham; his parents, Virgil and Janet Lane of Bellingham; five sisters, Lisa Rodarte of Seattle and Carol Lane, Cindy Lane, Sheri Lane and Tanya Smith, all of Bellingham; and three brothers, Carl Lane, Brian lane and Virgil Lane Jr. all of Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 May 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Hannah - A prayer service for Hannah Lane, 2-month-old daughter of Darick and Sonya Martin Lane, will be at 7 p.m. today at Moles Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Moles Funeral Home, followed by burial in Lummi Nation Cemetery. Hannah died Sunday, July 4, 1999. She was born May 4, 1999, in Bellingham. Survivors include her parents of Bellingham; grandfather Jack Lane of Lummi; grandmothers Julia Bergerson of Bellingham and Amy Martin of Yakama Indian Reservation; great-grandmother Dorothy Sweowat of Yakama Indian Reservation; brothers Darick Lane Jr. of Bellingham, Adam Lane and Jared Hillaire, both of Lummi, and Chase Martin of Yakama Indian Reservation; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Jul 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Jackie Darrell - An evening prayer service for Jackie Darrell Lane of Bellingham will be at 7 tonight and a funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday. The Rev. James Murphy will officiate. Both will be at Wex Li Em Community Center on Lummi Reservation. Burial will be at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Mr. Lane died Friday, Aug. 11, 2000, in Bellingham. He was 36. He was born on Aug. 11, 1964, in Bellingham to Jack Harold Lane and Julia Darlene Bergerson. He married Shellina Roxanne Cooper on Aug. 25, 1990, in Bellingham. Mr. Lane commercially fished in local waters. He was a member of Hillcrest Chapel in Bellingham. Survivors, in addition to his wife and parents, include daughters Alethia and Shalayleeyah of the family home a sister, Maylene Lane of Seattle seven brothers, Shawn, Abraham, Jerimiah, Stephen, Christopher and Darick, of Lummi Reservation, and Albert of Wenatchee his grandmothers Freda and Velma James of Lummi Reservation two nieces and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Aug 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Jesse, age 18, of 4895 Ferndale Road, passed away Sat. Jan. 17, (1976). Mr. Lane had been a life time resident of Whatcom County, was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church and a member of the Senior Class at Bellingham High School. He is survived by one son, Aaron of Bellingham, his parents, Virgil Lane of Bellingham, Janet Lane of Seattle, 4 brothers, Carl, Virgil Jr. of Bellingham, Brian, Gregory of Seattle. 5 sisters Sherry and Carol of Bellingham, Cyndy Anna, Tanyea and Lisa of Seattle. His grandfather Fred Wesley of St. Marys, Idaho, Funeral arrangements are pending at Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Jan 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Joanne M. - A vigil for Joanne M. Lane of Lummi Reservation will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Lummi Neighborhood Facility with Nancy Fudge officiating. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Lummi Neighborhood Facility with the Rev. Patrick Towhy officiating. Burial will be in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Ms. Lane died Saturday, July 6, 1996, as a result of an auto accident. She was 30. Born April 21, 1966, to Vernon and Nancy Lane, she graduated from Chemawa Indian School in Salem, Ore. She was skilled in the art of story-telling and visited schools throughout the Northwest telling native legends. Ms. Lane enjoyed playing softball, cooking, swimming and arts and crafts. She was a member of St. Joachim's Church and choir and performed as a member of the Lane family music ministry. She fished commercially from the age of 8, worked at Lummi Headstart, Lummi Casino and Harrah's Casino in Bow. Survivors include daughters Julien Jojola, Idelle Jojola and Joanna Lane Edwards, all of the family home; her parents of Lummi; sisters Laverne Lane-Oreiro, Marcelline Kinley, Christine Julius, Doreen Lane and Vernell Lane, all of Lummi; brothers Vernon Lane Jr., William Lane, Patrick Lane and Fredrick Lane, all of Lummi, Michael Lane of Cathedral City, Calif., and Galen Lane of Marysville; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jul 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Leona, age 55 of 2891 Kwina Road, Bellingham, passed away Friday, May 14, 1982. Mrs. Lane had been a lifetime resident of the Lummi Reservation and was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband Leonard of Lummi; 3 sons, Robert Lorenz, Darvine Lorenz, Frank Lane, all of Lummi; 1 stepson Robert Lane of Lummi; 4 daughters, Rachel Lorenz, Daisy Cooper, Nona Lane and Leona Lane, all of Lummi; 2 brothers, Floyd Warbus of Lummi, Edward Warbus of Lummi; 1 sister Viola Wilson of Lummi; 18 grand children; numerous other relatives. Vigil services will be held in Moles Funeral Home, Monday, May 17 at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by the Father Joseph Brown, Tuesday, May 18 at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 May 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Loretta - Joseph Schlageter, Lummi Indian reservation agent, received a telephone call from Tulalip Friday morning advising him that Loretta Lane, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lane, of Lummi reservation, had died in the Tulalip hospital. The child was 6 months of age and had been ill about two weeks.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Nov 1936) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

Lane, Roberta Lynne age 15 of Lummi Reservation passed away Thurs. March 9, 1978. Roberta had been a resident of Lummi Reservation her entire life time and was a member of St. Joachim's Church. She is survived by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Lane of Lummi, brothers and sisters-in-law, Frank Jones in Alaska, Frank Lane at home, Robert and Diane Lorenz of Lummi, Robert and Gerri Lane of Lummi, Darvine and Caroline Lorenz of Lummi, sisters: Daisy, Nona, Leona Lane all at home, Rachel Lorenz at home. Numerous other relatives. Vigil services will be held at Moles Funeral Home, Mon, March 13 at 7 p.m., Mass of Christian burial will be offered by Reverend Peter Duggan Tues. March 14 at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Church. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Mar 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Sheri A. - A vigil for Sheri A. Lane of Ferndale will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at Moles Funeral Home chapel with Vernon Lane officiating. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church with the Rev. Patrick Davis officiating. Burial will follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Ms. Lane died at home Wednesday, July 24, 1996. She was 34. Born Sept. 10, 1961 to Virgil and Janet Wesley Lane in Bellingham, she was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. She enjoyed playing bingo and volunteering at the commodities and food bank. Ms. Lane was preceded in death by her father and brothers Gregory Lane and Jesse Lane. Survivors include sons George Revey, Jr., Myron Revey, Frank Lane-Robideau and Patrick Lane; daughters Angel Revey and Kimberly McKinley, both of Bellingham; her mother of Bellingham; fiancee Leroy "Doc" George of Bellingham; brothers Carl Lane, Brian Lane and Virgil Lane Jr, all of Bellingham; sisters Cyndy Land, Carol Tom and Tanya Smith, all of Bellingham, and Lisa Rodarte of Seattle; and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jul 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Vanessa Ann (Nece), age 18, of Bellingham, passed away Friday June 4, 2004 in Burlington. She was born on April 23, 1986 to parents Gregory Lane and Janie Felix. Vanessa had just completed her schooling this year and was looking forward to spending more time with fiance George Villalluz. She was an avid reader and writer who received special recognition for her poetry when she was awarded as one of the top four writers in her grade statewide. Vanessa loved to spend time with her brothers, sisters, cousins, and friends. She enjoyed writing, dancing, school, and going to the movies. She was a people person. All those who love her will dearly miss Vanessa. She is survived by her mother Janie Felix and step father Leon Solomon of Lummi Nation; brothers Jeffery Jefferson of Lummi, Victor Jefferson of Seattle, and Kevin Felix-Solomon of Lummi; sisters Michelle and Misty Plaster of Lummi, and Alysia Felix-Solomon of Lummi; grandparents Jesse and Ysmael Felix, Jr. of Lummi and grandmother Lillian Frank of Warm Springs, OR; step-sisters Misty Wells of Spokane and Ashley Solomon of Lummi; step-brothers Travis Solomon and Leon Solomon Jr. of Lummi; and fiance George Villalluz, Jr. of Alger. A prayer service will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday June 8 at the Wexliem Community Building with funeral services following on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. also at Wexliem Community Building, Lummi Nation. Burial will follow at Lummi Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jun 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Virgil Patrick, Sr. of 3923 Lummi Shore Road died Thursday, Dec. 7, 1995, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 61. A rosary will be recited 6 p.m. Sunday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility with Vernon Lane officiating. A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joachim Church with the Rev. J. Patrick Hurley officiating. Burial will be at Lummi Reservation Cemetery with military honors by American Legion Post No. 33. Born Nov. 27, 1934, to Arthur and Christine Placid Lane on the Lummi Reservation, he was a veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Lane was preceded in death by two sisters, two sons and one grandson. Survivors include brothers Vernon and Arthur; sisters Vesta Perkins, Viola Robideau and Louella Toby, all of Lummi, and Vera Scott of Seattle; sons Carl, Brian and Virgil; daughters Cyndy, Sheri, Carol and Lesa, all of Bellingham; 25 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Dec 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LANE, Yvonne, born January 8, 1935, in Shelton, Washington, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday January 6, 2006. Yvonne was a well-spirited, determined woman, and a loving wife to Glen for 52 years. She graduated from Chemawa Indian School, attended Aquaculture and Northwest Indian College, and loved to travel. Yvonne was preceded in death by Father Cyril LaClair; Mother Gertrude Wilbur; Brother Lavander "Penny" LaClair; Sisters Patricia LaClair, Ledvee Puyette and Bertha Blodgett; Grandma and Grandpa Ellen and Paul Hoptowit; and adopted Mother Theresa Hoptowit-Nash. Yvonne is survived by Husband Glen Lane; Daughter Trena LaClair Lane; sons Alfred and Steven Lane; Grandchildren Melissa (Johnny) Felix, Glenda John, Phillip John, Matthew Lane, Scott Lane, Marie Lane, and Luke Lane; Great-Grandchildren Aleasah John, Kaitlyn Felix, Sabryn John, Cadence John, Mariana Felix, Beau Felix; brother Cyril LaClair II; and sister Edith Simmonds. A Viewing will be held at the Wexliem Community Center on Sunday, January 8, 2006 from 10-11 a.m. followed by Open Services from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at Wexliem Monday, January 9, 2006 at 8 - 9 a.m. followed by a Graveside Committal Service at Lummi Cemetery. Moles Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service-Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Jan 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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, 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.

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.

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, 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, 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, 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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Mar 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Nov 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Oct 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Jun 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 May 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
Survivors include her husband and two daughters, Mary and Amy Larsen, all of the family home; her father, James Robertson of Bellingham; four brothers, Robert Robertson of Bellingham, John Robertson of Glendale, Calif., Ret. Army Maj. Timothy Flockoi of Lawton, Okla., and William Pace of Phoenix, Ariz.; five sisters, Eileen Anderson, Rose Horn, and Joan Smiley, all of Bellingham, and Susan Shondell of Sacramento, Calif., and another sister in Spokane; a special niece, Judy Crombie of Bellingham; and numerous other nieces and nephews.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Feb 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jan 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Nov 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

LARSON, Doris - The funeral for Doris Larson of 2618 Huron St. will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, Northwest Avenue and McLeod Road. The Rev. R. L. Christensen will officiate. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Larson, 61, died Dec. 16, 1991 in a Bellingham hospital. She was born May 1, 1930 in Havana, ND to Ed and Katherine Grimsrud. She attended elementary school in rural Marshall County and graduated from high school in Veblen, SD. She attended nursing school in Mitchell, SD. She married Robert E. Larson in South Dakota. He survives her at the family home. The family moved to Washington in 1956. They resided in Mount Vernon before moving to Bellingham. Mrs. Larson was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and the Church Circle. Other survivors include her sons, Paul Larson of Keokuk, Iowa; Jon Larson of Renton; and David Larson of Blaine; her brother, Joe Daily of Veblen, SD; her sister Prudence Grimsrud of Britton, SD; and four grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Dec 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LARSON, Elizabeth H. M. was born December 9, 1931 in Kilsyth, Stirlingshire, Scotland as Elizabeth Hay Miller Patrick to Alan Rennie and Catherine Aitken Patrick. She passed away July 12, 2006 and was preceded in death by her loving husband, Eugene Dale Larson (Gene) of Ferndale, Washington on January 19, 2006. She is survived by her brother Alan Patrick Jr. of Maple Ridge, British Columbia, her son Philip Dale Larson, and grandchildren Michael Philip Larson and David Scott Larson of Maple Valley, Washington. Married to Gene Larson on February 3rd 1951 in Vancouver, B.C., Elizabeth (Betty) became a naturalized citizen in December 1955 in Ketchikan, Alaska where they lived and raised their only son, Philip (born July 18th 1959) until they moved to Ferndale in 1971. Betty was active in curling when she lived in Canada, and in bowing when she moved to the U.S. She remained a competitive bowler until her later years and won numerous awards. Betty thoroughly enjoyed playing bingo and was doing so as she suffered a fatal stroke. Betty was one of the kindest, sweetest people, and the most patient mother and wife you could ever know. She will be sadly missed by many. A Funeral Service will be held at Moles Funeral Home Ferndale Chapel, on Saturday, July 29th at 3 p.m. with a reception to follow.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jul 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LARSON, Ethel A. – Private family services are planned for Ethel Alberta (Archer) Larson of Lynden. Mrs. Larson died Tuesday, June 20, 2000 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 83. Born Feb 11, 1917 to John and Rose (Pollock) Archer in Red Deer, Alberta, she was educated in Canada. Mrs. Larson worked in the newspaper advertising business in California and Hawaii and retired in Palm Desert, Calif. In 1949, she married Theodore G. Larson in Las Vegas. He died in 1955. Survivors include nieces Shirley Booth of Abbotsford, B.C. and Lucy Harris of Edmonton, Alberta; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. Mrs. Larson moved to Lynden in 1998. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LARSON, Evrel "Ev" died Wednesday, March 24, 1993, at his home in Scottsdale, Ariz. He was 81. Memorial services will be held today in Scottsdale. He received a master's degree from the University of Minnesota in 1939, and received a doctorate in 1946. Dr. Larson had a private practice in Bellingham for many years. He was a member of the American Medical Association and the Lions Club in Bellingham. He also was associated with the American College of Physicians. He left Bellingham in 1975 to move to Arizona. Survivors include his wife, Doris, of the family home; daughter Kay Heileman of Scottsdale; son Richard E. Larson of Cottonwood, Ariz.; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Arrangements by Green Acres Mortuary in Scottsdale.

LARSON, Frank G., age 87 years, who resided at 1324 Railroad Ave., passed away in a local hospital Sunday, April 22nd, (1962) following an extended illness. Mr. Larson was a lifetime resident of Bellingham and was a retired logger. He leaves to survive two step-daughters, Mrs. Carl Bergdal and Mrs. Earl Knott, both of Bellingham, three grandchildren, also numerous other relatives. Rev. Phillip Pierson will conduct funeral services Thursday, April 26, at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of the Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.

LARSON, Gordon Louis, age 61 of Blaine, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2007, in Bellingham, after a courageous battle with cancer. Gordon lived in Birch Bay for the past 25 years. He leaves behind numerous caring friends and loving family; daughter Kerri-Michele (James) Mandick, parents Louis and Fern Larson; brothers Jim, Terry and Tobin Larson; sisters, Lynda, Tina and Pat. He will be sadly missed by all those lives he touched. A memorial service will be held Monday, August 13, 2007, 11 a.m. with a reception following at Jerns Funeral Chapel with Pastor Dennis Wildermuth officiating. Arrangements under the care of Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LARSON, Grant K., 80, a longtime resident of Whatcom County, died Wednesday (Dec. 7, 1983) at a local nursing home. He was born in 1903 in Mount Vernon. He was a former employee with the State of Washington, and had attended Central Lutheran Church. He is survived by two sons, Grant Kenneth Larson of California, Donald VanVoorst of Bellingham; one daughter Anna Mae Powell of Bellingham; two sisters Lillian Torgensen, Louise Spees, both of Bellingham. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. The Rev. Leonard Ericksen will officiate Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Dec 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LARSON, Jean passed away January 31st, 2006. She was born February 25th in Lynden, Washington. Jean grew up in Lynden and graduated from Mt. Baker High School. Jean had a love for horses and worked on the family farm. She was broker and owner of Cloverleaf Realty in Ferndale with her husband Herb. She was a member of the Bellingham Yacht Club and Whatcom County Realtors for many years. She had a love for Sun Mountain and the Hawaiian Islands and traveled there many times with her family. Jean was preceded in death by her husband Herb Larson, parents John and Effie Kroontje, brother Milton Kroontje, sister Dorothy Boerhave, granddaughter Lorri Larson and infant grandson. Jean is survived by her son Gary August Larson; granddaughters Leanne Steinbach (Jerry), Lana Sund (Lenny), Lesley Deubler (Deryck), seven great-grandchildren, sister Millie Washburn (Louie), sister Audrey Cyr, broth John "Buzz" Kroontje (Hilda) and numerous nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service will be at Enterprise Cemetery on Monday, February 6, 2006, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Bob Johnson officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Feb 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LARSON, Lloyd M., age 73, of 1604 I St., passed away Thurs., Feb. 22, 1979. He was a member of this community for his entire life. Was an active member in the Senior Citizens. He is survived by 2 sons, Lloyd Larson Jr. of Stockton, CA and Kenneth Larson of Tacoma. 2 daughters: Mrs. Marlene Fjeld of White Rock, B.C. and Mrs. Jo Anne Frenzel of Texas. 1 brother Grant Larson of city. 3 sisters: Mrs. Louise Spees, Mrs. Lillian Torgeson and Mrs. Frances Armstrong, all of B'ham. 13 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Sat. Feb. 24 at 1 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home. Private interment at Woodlawn Cemetery Mon. Feb. 26.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Feb 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

LARSON, Mae J. of Lynden, WA, passed away on Friday September 19, 1997, in Lynden. She was 90. Mrs. Larson was born October 18, 1906 to Rome and Jessie (Carpenter) Hartman, and had been a county resident since 1908. She enjoyed square dancing, bridge and ceramics. She was also an accomplished cake decorator. She was a member of Maple Leaf Chapter #58, O.E.S. Her husband Oliver T. Larson preceded her in death in 1974. Survivors include: daughter Elmerine and husband Jack Strickland of Bellingham; brother Ray Hartman and wife Mabel of Sumner; 2 grandchildren, Terri Sirmans of Bellingham, Patti Marshall and husband Graham of Brisbane, Australia; 4 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; and 1 nephew. At her request, no service will be held. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

LARSON, Milton, was born in Detroit Lakes, MN, March 5, 1903. He passed away April 24, 2005 in Bellingham at the age of 102, after a short illness. Milton moved with his family to Lynden to a 20-acre farm on 'H' Street Road where his father purchased the one time Delta post office for their home. He graduated from Delta Grade School with an eighth-grade education and helped his mother Selma run the family farm after his father Ole's health failed.
Milton was a carpenter and also made trips to Wenatchee for several seasons to pick apples before he went to work for the now defunct Farmers Mutual Telephone Company in Lynden. He met his future wife, Gladys Halverson, at Birch Bay. They married in 1932 and moved to a house that he built on 5 corner acres of his family's farm. Milton and Gladys raised one daughter and three sons until Gladys passed away in 1974. In the mid-1970's, he married a long time friend to the family and neighbor Johanna Bosman and cared for her through her illness until her death. Milton saw many changes through his 35 year career with the telephone company. He started as an installer/repairman back when homes shared party lines with neighbors. He helped introduce the first mobile telephone to Whatcom County. Milton ended up becoming general manager of this independent telephone company and later witnessed it sold by stockholders to Chicago-based Telephones, Inc. He oversaw local communication services and support for President Johnson's historic visit and treaty signing with the Prime Minister of Canada at Peace Arch Park in Blaine in the mid-1960's. Milton eventually invited Continental Telephone Co. to come out to Washington and take a look at their company. They shortly after purchased the company. It's name was shortened to Contel and is now owned today by Verizon. After Milton's retirement he built a small cabinet making business for homes and offices throughout Whatcom County. He later focused his passion for wood craftmanship by making Grandfather clocks. He sold them out of his home and to retail shops as far away as La Conner. As his activities slowed he switched to simple clock repair until his hands could no longer handle the delicate work. Milton was a charter member of the Lynden Kiwanis Club and long time Secretary/Treasurer for the Valley View Water Association which he helped establish. He was a lifetime member of the First Baptist Church of Lynden and lived his entire life in the home that he had built. During his last days he was cared for in his home by a caring nursing staff and immediate family. Milton is survived by his daughter Carol Kendrick and her husband Bill of Alderbrook, WA and sons Ken Larson and his wife Sandra of Redmond, WA, Don Larson and his wife Peggy of Houston, TX and Larry Larson of Mount Vernon, WA. He is also survived by five grandchildren Julie, Jeff, Jay, Jill and Holly and eight great-grandchildren. One grandchild Kent Larson unexpectedly passed away many years before him.
Graveside services will be held Friday, April 29th at Greenacres Memorial Cemetery at 10 a.m. with memorial services following at 11:30 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in Lynden. Visitation is at Greenacres/Moles 9-10:00 a.m.

LARSON, Otto S., age 75, of Lawrence, passed away at his home, Tuesday, May 3, (1949) following a short illness. Mr. Larson had been a resident of Lawrence foro the past 60 years. Surviving relatives include one daughter, Mrs. Carl Hanson, of Sumas; three sons, Carl, of Sumas, Christian, of Nooksack, and Alfred, of Lawrence; one brother, N. Tangvald, of Bellingham; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; three step-sons; one step-daughter, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, May 6, at 2 p.m. within the Lawrence Emanuel Lutheran Church with the Rev. John Halvorson officiating. Interment in the Lawrence Cemetery under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home in Sumas.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Jan 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jan 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Oct 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jul 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Apr 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Sep 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Dec 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Feb 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 May 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Mar 1960) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Apr 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Oct 1952) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From the Bellingham Herald, 17 Feb 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 May 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jul 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Feb 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jan 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 May 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Oct 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Sep 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jan 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Apr 1968) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Aug 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Oct 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jul 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Oct 1971) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Sep 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Nov 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Dec 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Aug 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Mar 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Dec 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Apr 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Oct 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Feb 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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, 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.
(From the Bellingham Herald, November 5, 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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, 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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Nov 1958) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Jul 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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, 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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Dec 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 May 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Oct 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Dec 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Oct 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Feb 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

Lee, Robert E. III, age 35, memorial service June 12, 10 a.m. at Living Water Fellowship. Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jun 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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]
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Dec 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jan 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Oct 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jul 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Aug 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Feb 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jan 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Oct 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Sep 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Apr 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Mar 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Aug 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Jul 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
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.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Mar 1965) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jul 1958) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Oct 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Dec 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Aug 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Apr 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Nov 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
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.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jun 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Aug 1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Blaine Journal, April 17, 1941) Submitted by site coordinator.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Oct 1961) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Mar 1954) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jun 1966) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jun 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jan 1973) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
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.

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, 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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Sep 1980) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jan1996) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Aug 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Feb 1997) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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. (From The Bellingham Herald, August 16, 2001) Submitted by Debbie deHoog

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Dec 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Mar 1962) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 May 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Sep 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jun 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Mar 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Sep 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Apr 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald 28 Apr 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jul 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Aug 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Nov 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Apr 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Nov 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Mar 1982) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jan 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Dec 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jul 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jan 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Jun 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Dec 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Mar 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Feb 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Oct 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jun 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 May 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Oct 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Jun 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Jan 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 May 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Sep 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Dec 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Apr 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Apr 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Nov 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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, 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, 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, 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, Louis August - J. A. Littlefield, aged 50 years, died at his home at Deming yesterday (March 27, 1908) forenoon, death resulting from the effects of a fall several months ago while engaged in carpenter work. Mr. Littlefield is survived by his wife, four sons and four daughters. The funeral is to be held from the residence Sunday, interment to be made in the I.O.O.F. cemetery at Deming under the direction of W. H. Mock & Sons.
(From The Morning Reveille, March 28, 1908)

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Nov 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Feb 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 May 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Dec 1977) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jul 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jan 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 May 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Apr 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Jul 1993) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Apr 1983) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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."
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Feb 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Apr 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Apr 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Mar 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald) 15 Jan 1957) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Feb 1987) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Jun 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Mar 1999) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 May 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Oct 1976) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Dec 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Blaine Journal, December 2, 1937) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Dec 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Jun 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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 am at the Wex Li Em Community Center, Lummi View Drive. Judith George will officiate.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Dec 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Mar 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From the Bellingham Herald, 16 Jun 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Feb 1986) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Mar 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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.
(From The Morning Reveille, July 14, 1908)

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Nov 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 May 2005)Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Apr 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jul 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Sep 1978) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 May 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Jan 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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]
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Aug 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Feb 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald Saturday, January 11, 1992)

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 May 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jun 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Mar 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Mar 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Dec 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Mar 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Apr 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 May 1992) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 May 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Dec 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Oct 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Jun 1981) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Mar 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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.

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