MAAG, Armin Delwin Eugene of 2849 E. Sunset Drive died at home Saturday, April 26, 1997. He was 84. At his request, no service will be held. Entombment will be in Greenacres Memorial Park Mausoleum. Born Feb. 4, 1913, to Oswald and Katherine Naser Maag in Bellingham, he was a lifelong Whatcom County resident. Mr. Maag was a member of Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44, F&AM, and B.P.O. Elks Lodge No. 194. He enjoyed bowling, boating, and bird-dog hunting. He was preceded in death by his wife, Twylah Maag, in 1991. Survivors include his sister, Alma Wellman, of Orcas Island.
MAAG, Arthur Leonard - Memorial services for retired carpenter Arthur Leonard Maag, 93, of 2109 Queen St., will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Maag died Thursday (March 14, 1991) at home. He was born March 30, 1897 in Olman, Ill. He lived in Whatcom County most of his life. He married Hazel Wetzel in 1932. She died in 1977. Mr. Maag attended Ureka School in Bellingham. He served in the U.S. Navy in Washington state during World War I. Mr. Maag was a carpenter who worked for Brooks Lumber, where he was a foreman for 10 years. He was a member of the carpenter's union in Bellingham. Survivors include a son, George H. Russell of Bunker Hill, W.Va.; a brother, Arman Maag of Bellingham; three sisters, Amanda Mann of Bellingham, Jennie Maag of Bellingham and Alma Wellman of Orcas Island; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Mar 1991) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MAASSEN, John H., Lynden resident passed away at the Christian Health Care Center on Friday July 13, 2001. He was 78. John was a son of Henry and Jeanette Maasen and was born in Doon, Iowa, on Jan. 17, 1923. He grew up there and married Henrietta Veldman in Rock Valley, Iowa, on March 17, 1950. John served with the U.S. Army as a medic in Korea and then operated a gas station in Iowa. In November 1969, they moved to Lynden. John was a dairy farmer for four years prior to working for Surge Dairy Supply for 12 years. He an Henrietta then became the janitors at the Second Christian Reformed Church for eight years. Mr. Maassen was a member of the Second Christian Reformed Church and the Puget Sound Antique Tractor Association in Lynden. He is survived by his wife; six sons, Harlan Maassen and Jim Maassen and wife Leah, all of Lynden, Roger Maassen and wife Lynda and Allen Maassen and wife Laurie, all of Ferndale, Stan Maassen and wife Cindy of Bellingham and Loren Maassen and wife Kathy of Turtle Lake, Wis.; two daughters, Janice Fakkema and husband John of Lynden and Joann Morin and husband Russell of Granite Falls; 19 grandchildren; a brother Marinus Maassen and wife Jenny of Rock Valley, Iowa; three sisters, Alice Oostra and husband Marinus of Lynden, Rika VandenTop and husband Albert of Rock Valley, Iowa, and Cora VandenTop and husband Minard of Doon, Iowa; and numerous other relatives. Burial was last week in Monumenta Cemetery and was followed by funeral services in the Second Christian Reformed Church with Rev. Dick Vriesman officiating. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Lynden.
MAASSEN, Marla Kay, age 33 of Ferndale, passed away Monday, Oct. 16, 1989, after a gallant effort to overcome cancer at the University of Washington Medical Center. She was born March 19, 1956, and had been a lifetime resident of Whatcom Co. Marla graduated from Ferndale High School and went on to become manager of Mt. Baker Lanes Restaurant and with her smile and beautiful eyes, brought joy and love to all around her. She enjoyed the hobby of gardening, bringing life and beauty to everything she touched. She was an avid teddy bear and doll collector, filling her home with the character of her giving and loving nature. Marla was loved by all those whose life she touched. We feel blessed to have known her. Marla is survived by: Joe Tetrick, her no. 1 main guy and his daughter Angela; Roger Maasen, her best friend and husband of Ferndale; parents Al and Barbara Hernandez and Lyle Sorenson of Bellingham; brothers Jeff Sorenson, Frank Hernandez, Sr., and Mike Hernandez, Sr. of Ferndale; nieces and nephews Frank Hernandez, Jr., Jody Hernandez, Dana Hernandez, and Mike Hernandez, Jr. of Ferndale; aunts and uncles Al and Bernie Lincoln of Pe Ell, WA, Mabel and Frank Henderson, and Irene and Gary Morgan of Everson, Vivian and Duane Junkin of Hoodsport, WA, and numerous other relatives and beloved friends. Funeral services were held Fri., October 20, 3 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ron Slater officiating. Maria will lay in rest with her grandparents Allen and Mabel Lincoln at Greenaces Memorial Park. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Oct 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MABERRY, Curtis E., 60, of Lynden, Washington, passed away suddenly on Monday, April 23. He was surrounded by his loving family. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2007 at 1 p.m. in the Jake Maberry Gymnasium at Lynden High School. The memorial service will be followed by his final post-game celebration at Curt Mayberry Farm, Lynden, Washington. Curt was born on July 18, 1946, in Poplar Bluff,Missouri to W. E. and Kathleen Maberry and was the oldest of four children. He graduated from Lynden HighSchool in 1964 and went on to attend Skagit Valley College, Washington State University, and graduated from Western Washington University with a teaching degree in social studies. He was a sports enthusiast and fulfilled his love of teaching children by coaching many youth teams in Lynden. In 1968, Curt joined his father in the farming business as W. E. Maberry & Son. He married Annette Warmink in 1973 and they soon purchased the family strawberry farm. Over the next two decades they expanded the farm from 60 acres to nearly 1000 acres of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and a processing plant. The Curt Maberry Farm has provided summer employment for many Whatcom County residents and Curt took great pride in giving tours to friends, family and members of the community. In addition to farming, family and sports were two of Curt's passions. He and Annette were the proud parents of three children and three grandchildren, with another grandchild due during this summer's harvest. Curt was a dedicated father and enjoyed traveling and spending quality time with his kids. He rarely, if ever, missed a basketball, baseball, softball or fastpitch game. Most of all, he was an extraordinary mentor, remarkable leader and special teacher for his children, their spouses and extended family. Community service was very important to Curt. He was a proud member of the Mount Baker Rotary, Lynden Park and Recreational Board, Washington Strawberry Board, Washington Red Raspberry Commission, a board member for the Lynden Boys and Girls Club and, for 24 years, a board member and president of the Northwest Washington Fair. He also sponsored and lent his time to countless community projects and fundraisers. Curt was preceded in death by his father, W. E. Maberry, his mother, Kathleen Maberry, and his brother-in-law, John Lobland. He is survived by Annette and their children, daughter Maranda Ekdahl (husband Jordan and twin girls Eva and Elsa), daughter Angie Costanti (husband CJ and son Cooper), son Matt Maberry (wife Carole and "baby berry" on the way); sisters Susan Lobland, Janet Templeton, and Linda Enfield (husband Marvin); aunt Janice Likkel (Fran), uncle Jake Maberry (Money), aunt June Dudycha (Bob) of Chicago, uncle C. D. McKinney (Rae) of Jefferson City, MO, and uncle John McKinney (Delma) of Knoxville, TN; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Curt was many things to many people but he was most importantly a great father, doting grandfather, beloved brother, loving uncle, nephew and cousin; a loyal friend, tireless farmer, respected boss, generous community member, avid outdoorsman, enthusiastic coach, and a devoted Lynden Lion.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MABREY, Rex E., 70, of 3016 E. North St. died Sunday (Feb. 4, 1990) at the Bellingham Care Center after a short illness. He
was born Sept. 13, 1919, in Sheridan, Ind., and had been a Bellingham resident for 40 years. He married Kathryn Holeman in 1963 in Bellingham. Mr. Mabrey was a Navy pilot during World War II and worked for The Bon Marche for 12 years. He was a member of the Moose Lodge. He designed and built radio control model airplanes. He flew one of his model planes from Whidbey Island to Bellingham, family members said. Survivors include his wife, Kathryn; two daughters, Kay Sanford of Sumas and Rosemary Handerson of Everson; a son, Paul Ridley of Bellingham; a sister, Thelma Tierney of Southern California; 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are pending at Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Feb 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MABUS, Annie V. – A memorial service for Annie V. (Page) Mabus of Coupeville will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the American Legion in Oak Harbor. Mrs. Mabus died from complications caused by a blood clot on Monday, Nov. 20, 2000 in Coupeville. She was 55. Born April 21, 1945 to Bert and Ida (Boykin) Page in Buffalo, Texas, she moved to Whatcom County in 1947. Mrs. Mabus attended school in Lynden and Bellingham and graduated from McDonald Beauty College. On July 5, 1979, she married Robert Mabus in Oak Harbor. Mrs. Mabus worked as a hair dresser. She enjoyed playing bingo. Her father died in 1957 and one niece died 1970. Survivors include her husband of Coupeville; son Burt Page of Oak Harbor; daughters Carol Black and Monica Love, both of Coupeville, and Dee Dee Ryan of Yuma, Ariz.; mother of Bellingham; brother Burt W. Page of Stroud, Okla.; sisters Linnie Schutrum of Lakeview, NY, Elvia "Ellie" Taylor of Coupeville, and Lucille "Luci" Shockey and Mildred "Midge" Taylor, both of Bellingham; four grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other
relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MacCLAIN, John Carl of Bellingham died at home Sunday, Dec. 14, 1997. He was 63. At his request, no public service will be held. Born May 25, 1934, in Spokane, he grew up there. Mr. MacClain served in the U. S. Marine Corps in the 1950s. He worked as a traveling salesman and a truck driver. Mr. MacClain lived in Bellingham for six years. Survivors include companion Barb Butler of Bellingham; daughters Linda Williams of Chatteroy, Laura MacClain of Austin, Texas, Sandra Fisette of Spokane and Leslie Curtis of Spokane; sons Michael MacClain and Robert MacClain both of Spokane; brother Myron Dalbey of Aloha, Ore.; sister JoAnn DeLaune of Poulsbo; and 10 grandchildren. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
MacDONALD, Andrea Denyse "Andi" passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2005, after a long and valiant battle with cancer. She was 51, born October 23, 1953, in Seattle to Glen and Thelma (Crossman) Chaffin. Andi married Peter MacDonald in Seattle on December 29, 1984. She was a beautiful and loving wife and mother, who put her family and God before all else. Andi was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution. She enjoyed scrap booking, genealogy, and cemetery preservation. Andi is survived by her loving husband Peter of Ferndale; son Christopher Hays of Renton; daughters Michellaine Lee of Everett and Athena Denyse MacDonald of Ferndale; mother Thelma Chaffin of Bellingham; father Dorris Hobgood of Sebree, KY; sister Glenda Frantz of Renton; brothers Greg Chaffin of MN, and Steven Hobgood of IN; and four grandchildren, Julie, Aidan, Alyssa and Ulric. Family services were held in Ferndale. The sunshine Andi leaves in the souls of those who knew her will never diminish. Her passion for life was an example to all who knew her. Andi's love of her husband, children, and grandchildren will ensure her immortality in our family.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Oct 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MacDONALD, Lloyd James (Jim) passed away July 21, 2008, at Highland Convalescent Center, Bellingham. Jim, age 81, was born in Bellingham to James and Signe MacDonald. He is survived by Dot, his devoted wife of 60 years as well as sister, Patsy Erickson (husband Butch); sons, Scott (wife Francene), and Jimi (wife Elaine); grandson Jason (wife Bridget); granddaughters, Skye Jones (husband Todd), Kalli Baklund (husband Jay), Lisa MacDonald, and Bree MacDonald; and great granddaughters, Michaela, Madison, Kyrin, Adrianna, and Maris. A memorial service will be held Friday, July 25 at the Northside Community Church, 950 Kline Rd., at 11:00 a.m. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jul 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MacDOUGALL, Edward, pioneer timberman of the state who came to Bellingham when the Bellingham Iron Works, Inc., began operation and was associated with A. W. Talbot, passed away Thursday afternoon (April 24, 1947) at his home in the Hotel Leopold. Death was due to a heart attack. With Mrs. MacDougall he had lived at the hotel since 1942. Mr. MacDougall, prominently known throughout Washington and the Northwest, was born in Saginaw, Mich., in 1867, as as a boy settled with his parents on a farm near Port Townsend. In 1898 he was appointed by the governor of Washington to select the state timberlands in the Olympic Peninsula. For seven years he was timber buyer for the Weyerhauser Lumber company, making his home in Tacoma. For many years he operated logging camps in Western Washington, taking part in logging the townsite of Everett. During the first world war he owned and operated the Thorndyke logging camp on Hood's Canal. In 1911 he prevented a serious water famine for the city of Seattle. His logging then was on the watershed for that city and when the dam at Landsburg broke under flood conditions, Mr. MacDougall at his own expense and with his crew of 150 men repaired the dam, preventing the shutdown of Seattle's water supply. In later years he had engaged in various enterprises, located at one time in Detroit. During the last was he was buyer for all the timber for the Bellingham Iron Works. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Minnie MacDougall; three daughters, Mrs. Alan A. Green, Mrs. Rhea Flanders and Miss Florence MacDougall, all of Seattle; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, and three sisters, Mrs. P. W. Doyle, of Tacoma, Mrs. Joseph Bilodeaux, of Portland, Ore., and Mrs. Clarence Zeitler, of Klamath Falls, Ore. The remains will be forwarded by the Bingham-Dahlquist funeral home to Seattle where the Joseph Manning & Sons mortuary will arrange for Catholic services and burial.
MacFARLAND, Claude George, age 92, of Bellingham passed away Tuesday, December 30, 1997, at home. He was born January 18, 1905 to George and Ann (Hein) MacFarland. A lifetime Bellingham resident, he was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Mr. MacFarland graduated from Whatcom High School in 1923. He was a member of Whatcom Lodge #151, F&AM, Scottish Rite Bodies, and the American Legion. He is survived by his second wife, Rene; stepdaughter, Jane Gordon-Ball of Bellingham; three grandchildren; sister Pearl Johnson of Washington, D.C. and many nieces and nephews. A private burial will be in Bayview Cemetery with a memorial service held on Friday, Jan. 9, 1998, 4:00 p.m. at the First Congregational Church. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MacFARLAND, Freda Aleta, 76, 415 N. Garden St., died Sunday. She was born Dec. 9, 1907, in Neptune, Wis. She worked for 41 years at The Bellingham Herald as a cashier. She was a member of the First Congregational Church, the Order of the Eastern Star Sehome Chapter No. 17, the daughters of the Nile Zenobia Club, American Legion Auxiliary and the Wally Byam Airstream Travel Group. She is survived by her husband Claude, a sister, three brothers and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the First Congregational Church. The Rev. Donel G. McClellan will officiate. Burial will follow in Bayview Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
MacGILL, Ruth C., 37, wife of Bryson MacGill, 601 Seventeenth street, department manager at the Seattle First National bank, succumbed Monday (July 20, 1942) morning in a Los Angeles hospital, following a long illness. She is survived by her husband and one daughter, Suzanne, her mother, Mrs. Edith Westoby, and two sisters, Florence Westoby, and Mrs. Lynn Taylor, of Vancouver, B.C.; and a third sister, Mrs. Ada Pye, of Negritos, Peru. Memorial services will be held at the Harlow-Hollingswoth chapel at a time to be announced.
MacINTOSH, Alister - Funeral services for Alister Macintosh, aged 52 years, Canadian war veteran, will be held at the Monroe chapel in Ferndale Thursday, January 13, at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. J. N. Bridges. Burial will follow in Woodlawn cemetery. Ferndale Post, American Legion, will conduct graveside services. Mr. Macintosh is survived by the widow, Bertha; one daughter, Jean, and one stepson, Verle.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jan 1938) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MACK, LaVerna Berylene, age 44, of Bellingham, passed away Mon., Sept. 15, 1997, in Seattle, following a courageous battle with cancer the past 7 years. She was born Dec. 18, 1952 in Miami, OK to Byrl and Dora (Rhine) Akers and had been a Whatcom County resident for 24 years. She married Carl H. Mack on Mar. 24, 1974, in Bellingham. She enjoyed gardening and garage sales. Mrs. Mack was also pursuing a Medical Receptionist career at Bellingham Technical College. She was a wonderful mother and house wife. Survived by her daughters, Elura Jane Akers and Karla Danielle Mack both of Bellingham and Judy Deann Mack of Anchorage, AK; sisters, Corena Rohde of Missouri and Reva Cummings of Miami, OK; brother, Lonnie Akers of Missouri; granddaughters, Tracii (sic) Deann Kohler, Justina Chyanne Mack, one unborn granddaughter, and one unborn grandson; and numerous other family members. Preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Garry and Duan Akers. A memorial service will be held Sat. Sept. 20, 2:00 p.m., at Good News Fellowship Church, 1252 W. Axton Rd., Ferndale with Pastor Skip Suess officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.
MACKARO, Jane W. - At her request, no services will be held for Ferndale resident Jane W. Mackaro. Mrs. Mackaro, 6473 Portal Way, died Tuesday (Oct. 1, 1991) at St. Joseph Hospital South Campus. She was 68. Cremation will be by Greenacres Crematorium. Mrs. Mackaro was born Jan. 23, 1923, to John and Catherine Henny in Sterling, Scotland. She lived in California before moving to Ferndale 11 years ago, where she worked for J. R. Simplot Co. for 10 years. Surviving are her husband, Michael, of the family home; a daughter, Heather Lihou of Ferndale; and one granddaughter. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
MACKEE, Harry C. - Bellingham's "Wandering Churchman," Harry C. MacKee, died Friday (August 17, 1956) afternoon. Mr. MacKee used the title during the period when he wrote a weekly review for the Bellingham Herald of different church services he attended each Sunday. He died in a local hospital, after a heart attack suffered about a month ago. The 71-year-old resident of Bellingham had lived here since 1933. Besides his Herald writing, Mr. MacKee had for severall years conducted an education and religious program for a local radio station. Surviving him are his widow, Carolyn; a sister, Mrs. J. D. W. Snowden of Painsville, Ohio; a cousin, Mrs. Frank S. Knight of Collingswood, N.J.; and a step-son, Willis Loy Berthaumn of Stevenson, Wash. Funeral services for Mr. MacKee, a member of the Champion Street Baptist Church, will be conducted at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Jones' Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home by the Rev. Clifford M. Dickau. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
MACKENZIE, Lillian May, age 87, went to be with her Lord on May 7, 2006. She was born Jan 9, 1919, in Cheverie, Nova Scotia, Canada, to Earl and Martha Lake. She married John Mackenzie in 1938 and lived a number of places, including Nova Scotia, Boston, Florida, Texas and Washington. Lillian was a born again Christian and dedicated her life to the Lord. She enjoyed Hawaiian and Southern gospel music, which gave her much comfort in later years. When she was 48 years old, Lillian went back to school to become a licensed practical nurse. Lillian loved to travel throughout the U.S. and Canada; Hawaii was her favorite trip. She was preceded in death by husband John in 1972. She is survived by daughter Katherine (husband Richard) Bridgeforth of Everson, sister Myrtle L'Hirondelle of Chilliwack, B.C., and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at Living Water Fellowship, Bellingham on Mon, May 15, at 3 p.m. with Pastor Ronny Davis officiating followed by a reception at the church.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 May 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MACKENZIE, Marcia Lois - A memorial service for Marcia Lois MacKenzie of Bellingham will be at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Marine Park. Mrs. MacKenzie of 2401 Orleans St. died Tuesday, Nov. 14, 1995, at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. She was 68. Born Nov. 16, 1926, to Addison and Florabell Pultz Peterson in Schenectady, N.Y., she lived in Whatcom County for 20 years. Mrs. MacKenzie was a surgical technician at St. Clare Hospital in Schenectady for many years. She was a former member ofo the Salvation Army and enjoying reading and word games. Survivors include sons Douglas Mackenzie of Chapel Hill, N.C., and Gordodn MacKenzie of New York; daughters Megan MacKenzie and Karen MacKenzie, both of Bellingham; twin sister Patricia Monroe of New York; and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
MACKIE, William, 88, of Bellingham and former Blaine resident passed away in a Bellingham hospital Saturday after a lingering illness. He had been a member of the I.O.O.F. lodge here since 1903. Surviving relatives include a sister, Mrs. James Bruce, of Port Frances, Ont. Services were conducted at the McKinney funeral home Wednesday with the Rev. Evan David officiating, followed by ritualistic services of the I.O.O.F. lodge. Interment in Blaine cemetery.
(From The Blaine Journal, June 7, 1951) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.
MACMILLAN, Elsie Mae - A memorial service for Elsie Mae Macmillan of 2803 Cedarwood Ave. will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Westford Funeral Home chapel. Mrs. Macmillan died at home Friday, March 7, 1997. She was 77. Born Nov. 5, 1919, to Oli and Soffia Arngrimson Bjarnason in Saskeatchewan, Canada, she lived in Whatcom County most of her life. She married Hugh Macmillan on Aug. 24, 1938. Mrs. Macmillan worked as a executive secretary at Mobil Oil Corp. from 1953 to 1977. She enjoyed golfing, playing cribbage and writing poetry. Mrs. Macmillan was preceded in death by a grandson, Jerry Macmillan, in 1996. Survivors include her husband, son Gerald Macmillan of Bellingham, four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives.
MACMILLAN, Gordon James Allan - Memorial services for Gordon James Allan Macmillan of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Monday, at First Christian Church, with the Rev. Roger Cone officiating, followed by a luncheon from noon to 2 p.m. Mr. Macmillan died Monday, July 19, 1999, at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. He was 91. Born April 21, 1908, in Victoria, B.C., he graduated from Custer High School and was a local resident since 1912. He married Thelma E. May on Sept. 4, 1932, in Ferndale. Mr. Macmillan worked at Bloedel Donovan Lumber Mill in the 1940s, and later worked for Hohl Feed and Seed of Bellingham. He worked for Darigold Inc. in Bellingham, and retired from Darigold's Lynden powder plant. Mr. Macmillan was a member of the Teamsters union; Birchwood Presbyterian and First Christian churches, where he served as a Sunday school teacher, a deacon and council member; Custer High School Reunion Committee; and Mount Baker Toppers Barbershop Chorus. He also was an officer for Washington State Grange. His hobbies included attending Ferndale High School games for 20 years; being a square dance caller from 1950 to 1957 for the Rome, Haynie, Orchard and Marietta granges; singing; and working with wood. He created children's toys and household items and worked on remodeling projects. Survivors include his wife, of the family home; daughters Kathleen Macmillan of Bellingham and Dorene Bay and Rosemary Meyers, both of Blaine; son James Macmillan of Cedar Falls, Iowa; sister Catherine Macmillan of Bellingham; brothers Hugh Macmillan of Bellingham and Ken Macmillan of Blaine; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
MACMILLAN, Hugh A., age 89 of Bellingham, passed away November 12, 2003 at St. Joseph Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born June 12, 1914 in Custer, WA to John and Elizabeth (Lory) Macmillan. There he grew up on their family farm with siblings, including his twin brother. He married Elsie Bjarnason on August 24, 1938 and had one son, Gerald. Hugh loved to golf and garden and in his younger days he was an avid hunter. He was a boilermaker for most of his life and belonged to the Int'l Brotherhood of Boilermakers Local #709. Hugh also loved to travel. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, all of his siblings and his grandson. Hugh is survived by his son Jerry of Bellingham, four grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, as well as numerous other relatives and friends.
MACY, Elsie Abigail Medcalf, 87, 500 14th St., died Saturday (June 22, 1985). Born on Nov. 1, 1897, in Minneapolis, Minn., she moved with her family to Seattle in 1901 and to Laurel in 1903. Mrs. Macy attended Ten Mile and Laurel schools. Moving to Bellingham in 1916, she worked for the telephone company and at the Kemphaus store. She sold Avon products for 18 years and married James Macy in 1921. She was a Jehovah's Witness. Survivors include a daughter, Donna Sand of Bellingham; siblings Zella Medcalf, Howard Medcalf, Frank Medcalf, Donald Medcalf, Evelyn Johnson and Murlen Medcalf, all of Bellingham; a granddaughter; a great-grandson; a numerous nieces and nephews. At her request, there will be no funeral service. Inurnment will be at Ten Mile Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jun 1985) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MADERO, Leland "Lee", age 66, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2003 in Bellingham. He was born July 10,
1936 to Stanley and Mildred Madero in Richmond, CA. He married Alice J. Stains on January 20, 1959, and was a loving husband for 45 years. Lee dedicated his love for aircraft to a long and honorable service in the United States Air Force as a Structural Repair Technician; touching so many airmens lives during his very distinguished 21 years of service. Often remarking that he worked on all the remaining Air Forces C-141 currently in use while he served in the Air Force. After he retired as Staff Sergeant, he moved to Ferndale, WA in 1975 and began another 21 years of dedication to the Ferndale School District as Head Custodian from 1975 - 1996. Lee was known for lending a helping hand and heart to the staff and students alike. Maybe it was arriving at work hours before school making coffee for the staff or just helping a student in a time of need. He was always a regular when it came to special events pertaining to the high school. Through his life's journeys, Lee was devoted to his family, his county, his community, and his wife. He touched every person in his own unique way. He was a modest man, not looking nor seeking fame, but leaving his lasting mark in life by touching the lives of others. He would frequently comment that a man couldn't be measured by what he made or left in life, but by whom he touched in the lives of those around him. His love and devotion for his wife Alice and his children was unmatchable. Lee would enjoy many breaks and lunches together with his wife while they were both working together at Ferndale High School. He cherished his four children as if they were all kings and queens of his world. Teaching them everything he could along their journey through life. He loved and adored his grandchildren. He was happiest while he and his family were spending weekends and summers traveling in their motor home. Some of the best years of his life where spent traveling the country with his wife and dear friend's Joe and Alice Morin. He took pleasure in spending time with his dog Konia and his hobbies included wood and metal work, along with whatever else he could get his hands on. He could and would fix anything he dipped his hands into. Lee was preceded in death by his mother, Mildred (Sundborg) Madero and his father, Stanley Madero. Lee is survived by his brothers Ronald Madero (who is a twin) and wife Cathy of Gualala, California; Gary Madero and wife Judy of California; sons Steven Madero and wife Christy of Virginia; Kenneth Madero and wife Teresa of California and Robert Madero of Washington; daughter Marcella Nilles and husband Joshua, SSgt, USAF of Illinois; nine grandchildren: Dwight Madero, A1C, USAF and wife Dawn stationed in Germany; Candace Medero of Virginia; Jessica, Brandon, Nathanal and Christian Madero of California; Amber Madero of Washington; Cody and Mogan Nilles of Illinois. He will be missed . . . and forever live in our hearts . . . Visitation will be on Friday, March 28, 2003 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Ferndale/Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 2:30 pm. Burial will follow at Enterprise Cemetery with Military Honors by the U.S. Air Force, McChord Air Force Base. Ferndale|Moles Funeral
Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Mar 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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MADSEN, Blanche M., age 87, formerly of Washington Square, passed away in a local Convalescent Center, Thurs., Nov. 8, 1979. She was a member of the Laurel Golden Agers. She leaves to survive 1 son Everett Madsen of B'ham, 1 daughter Beryl Bowers of B'ham., 2 brothers Roy Whitney of WI and Merlin Whitney of B'ham., 2 sisters Ethly Strebe of Mt. Vernon, Hazel Potter of WI, 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Mon. Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery with Rev. Daniel Dermyer officiating, under the direction of Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Nov 1979) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MADSEN, Theodore C. - Resident of Whatcom County 23 years and retired farmer, Theodore C. Madsen, 76, died Tuesday (May 19, 1959) in a local hospital. He had lived in Bellingham since his retirement and was a member of Broadway Presbyterian Church. Surviving are his wife, Blanche, at the home 509 Texas St.; a son, Everett, of Bellingham, and a daughter, Mrs. Beryl, Gowers of Seattle, and six grandchildren. Also surviving are four sisters and four brothers, Mrs. Julia Thompson, Mrs. Laura Nelson and Lawrence, Roy, George and Walter Madsen, all in Wisconsin; Mrs. Carrie Mitchell of Long Beach, Calif., and Mrs. Annie Showmaker of Edmonds. Funeral arrangements are pending at Jones Funeral Home.
MADSEN, Theodore W. - Funeral services for Theodore W. Madsen, 2220 Ontario St., will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Jones Funeral Home. Mr. Madsen was a 20-year resident and was a laboratory technician at Mobil refinery. He died Friday (July 5, 1974). He attended Garden Street Methodist Church and was a member of the Angeles Mesa Lodge 625 F&AM, in California; Maple Leaf Chapter 58, OES, and was a veteran of World War II. Survivors include the widow Edna; a daughter Nanice Jean Schroeder of Seattle; his mother Emily Lisman of Bellingham and a stepson Martin R. Krause at home. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jul 1974) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MADDUX, Leon, age 96, passed away on November 12, 2003. He was born June 29, 1907 in Sayre, OK to Nicholas and Jesse (Crawford) Maddux. Leon was a farmer and milk processor. Some of his hobbies included beekeeping, music, square dancing, and photography. He was a Haynie Grange Master. Leon was preceded in
death by his wife Lillie (Plummer) in 1971; his wife Nora in 1998; and daughter Charlene (Maddux) Swain in
1977. He is survived by his sons Glenn of Ferndale, Marvin of Custer and Dale of Globe, AZ; 10 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; brother Roy of Watonga, OK, sister Ruth Barker of Kansas and numerous nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held at Enterprise Cemetery. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Nov 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MAGEE, Franklin Avery, passed away December 25, 2005, at Evergreen Health Care in Bellingham, WA. He was born Feb. 11, 1928, to John and Louise Magee in Charleston, South Carolina. He was the youngest of seven children, all of whom have preceded him in death except his brother Douglas and wife Virginia of Tyler, Texas. Also surviving him are sons Thomas and wife Joyce Magee of Spokane, WA, John Scott and wife Tammi Magee, daughter Amy and husband Jerry Levien, all of Maple Falls, WA; grandchildren Nicole Magee of Florida, Grant Hardy, Jessica Devon, Emily, Zachariah, Sophie, Isabel and Sidney Magee, all of Maple Falls, WA; also former wives Shirley Isenhart (mother of his children) and Pam Smith; mother-in-law and good friend Irene "Gram" Carpenter; sister-in-law Susi and husband Julian Pavesi and family. Frank was in the United States Navy from 1945-1953, after which he went to work as an electrician for Atlantic Richfield (ARCO) in California and ended up in Ferndale, WA. While working for ARCO, he enjoyed traveling and living such places as Indonesia and Hawaii. Frank spent his last years at Lynden Manor in Lynden, WA.
MAGILL, James Rufus, age 82, of 1012 17th Street, passed away in a local hospital Sunday, August 15, (1954). Mr. Magill had resided in this community for the past 52 years and was a retired fruit cannery owner. Mr. Magill was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44, F. & A. M. Surviving relatives include the daughter, Miss Elvina Magill at the family home; two brothers, Elmo Magill of Tacoma; two sisters, Mrs. Mae Rouse of San Francisco, Calif., and Mrs. James Butterworth of Tacoma. The remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth. Services will be conducted at St. Paul's Episcopal Church by Fr. W. Robert Webb, Wednesday, August 18, at 2 p.m. Final resting place, Bay View.
MAGNER, Albert C., a resident of Bellingham at the same address for 78 years, died Sunday, November 30, 1997. He was 83. He was born April 1, 1914, in Nettleton, Arkansas, to Alonzo and Minnie (Gregg) Magner. On August 31, 1933, he married Gertrude Ferris in Bellingham. Mr. Magner worked as a logger for ten years, and later worked as a heavy equipment operator for the State Dept. of Transportation, where he retired after 23 years of service. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting, and he was a dedicated family man. Survivors include his wife Gertrude of Bellingham; one son Ray and wife Pat Magner of Spirit Lake, ID; two daughters, Esther and husband Frank Sanders of Ferndale, Carol and husband Don Gudde of Bellingham; 9 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; two nieces and one nephew. A graveside service will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 4, 1997, Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale, the Reverend Ronny Davis of Living Waters Fellowship officiating. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MAGNER, Betty L., age 64, beloved wife, mother and grandma went, to be with the Lord May 30th, (1997) after an extended battle with cancer. For many years she attended Bellingham's Mission Covenant Church and taught Sunday School, always sharing her strong faith with others. She was a warm vibrant person who will be missed by all who knew her. Born July 25, 1932 in Timmer, ND to Stephen James and Sarah Emily (Groenig) Brewster, she had been a Whatcom County resident for 60 years. She married Merle Magner, January 5, 1950 in Coeur d'Alene, ID. She is survived by her husband, Merle of the family home; three daughters, Laura Johnson and husband Ron of Ukiah, CA, Nancy Willert and husband Tom of Ferndale, Kathy Cramer and husband Dan of Lynden; three sisters, Emma Breitkreutz of Moose Lake, MN, Nancy Schrag of Coeur d'Alene, ID, Doris Pfau of Bellingham; brother, James Brewster of Bismarck, ND; nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives. She was also preceded in death by a brother Borris Brewster and a sister Mae Schrag. Visitation will be at Greenacres Funeral Home Monday and Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, June 4, 1997 10:30 a.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park with a memorial service following at 11:30 a.m. at Good News Fellowship Church, 1252 W. Aton Rd., Ferndale. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
MAGNER, Gertrude N. "Gerty" of Ferndale, WA, went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 21, 2001. She was 89, born March 16, 1912, in Coos Bay, OR, to Percy and Lillie (Fitzpatrick) Ferris. She married Clint Magner on Aug. 30, 1933. He preceded her in death in Nov. of 1997. Gerty was mainly a homemaker, but she also worked at Cascade Laundry and O'Cains Nursing Home. In addition to operating a daycare facility, with a lot of love and patience, she and Clint took in foster and handicapped children and newborn babies up for adoption. Many children have returned over the years to say thank you for the love and care they were given. The family would appreciate hearing from these people now. Gerty enjoyed reading her Bible, camping, fishing, traveling, making homemade gifts, and giving to others. In addition to her husband, she was also predeceased by brothers Gerald and Ted Ferris and sister Irene Sinclair. Survivors include her son Ray and wife Patty Magner of Spirit Lake, ID. 2 daughters: Esther and husband Frank Sanders of Ferndale, Carol and husband Don Gudde of Bellingham 9 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 9? great-great-grandchildren 2 sisters, 2 sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service will be at 2:00 p.m., Fri., Oct. 26, at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Oct 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MAIER, Gloria June, age 77 of Bellingham, passed away on April 15, 2004. She was born June 17, 1926 in Bellingham to George and Mamie (Rich) Brown. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Maier; her parents; and brother Richard Brown. She is survived by her daughter Sandra K. (Ed) McCullough of Indianapolis, Indiana; son Jack William Maier of Bellingham; daughter Judy (Jim Brown) LaPlante of Bellevue; son Don (Vondra) Maier of Loveland, Colorado; son Kevin (Andrea) Maier of Bellingham; sisters Hazel Brown and Bonnie (Gene) Bishop of Bellingham, and Pat (Arlo) Wood of Rexburg, Idaho; along with 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 20th from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Westford Funeral Home, followed by a Graveside Service at Bayview Cemetery. A Memorial Reception will follow the graveside service at Westford's Broadway Hall, 1300 Broadway.
MAIERS, Corinne Ann "Cory", 40, of Bellingham died at home Aug. 20, (2002) of cancer. A loving wife, mother, daughter and sister, born June 21, 1962 in San Jose, CA. to Mary Kay and Elgin Jackson. A 1981 graduate of Lahser High School in Bloomfield Hills, MI. and a 1985 graduate the University of Michigan with a BFA in graphic design. In 1989, she married Ralph S. Maiers and later had three children. She worked as graphics designer for both the RAND Corp. and the J. Walter Thompson Agency in Los Angeles. Her greatest joy came from her children. She volunteered as a PTA president, soccer coach, and Girl Scout leader. The family moved from Northridge, CA. to Bellingham in 1999. Here she owned and operated Little Strokes Swim School and loved instructing both young and old. Survivors include: husband Ralph Maiers and children Samantha, Wyeth and Rembrandt, all of Bellingham father Elgin Jackson and wife Judy of Ione, CA twin sister Leigh Meissner and family: husband Eric and sons Kyle and Brett- of Thousand Oaks, CA. Graveside services will be Sat., 2 p.m., Aug. 24 at Ten Mile Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Aug 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MAIN, Grace Louise, age 62, went to be with our Lord on April 9, 1995. Born December 18, 1932 in Los Angeles, CA to Clarice Hansen and Clinton Marks. She grew up in Whatcom County and attended Ferndale High School. She married Elmer Main in August of 1954 and dedicated her life to raising eight children. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Elmer Main, and brother Michael McClimans. She will be greatly missed by all her children, grandchildren and all those she opened her arms to and was considered their mom. Survivors include sons; James Main, Steven Main and wife Trisha, Kenneth Main. Daughters: Kathi
Springer and husband Larry, Colleen Matson and husband Rick, Sharon Brown and Bob Davis, Susan Leach and husband Steve, Teyra Main and Dave Maxwell. Twelve grandchildren: James Fowler, Ryan Main, Bennie & Michelle Salas, Chris, Rob & Ricky Matson, Sean and Sharyl Brown, Jered Leach, Ricky Cooper and David Main. Other special people she considered her own, John Mitchell, Tina Revey, Heather Critchett, Linda Kirchman, John Klemann and Traci Wilson. A graveside service will be held on Thursday 1 p.m. at Nooksack Cemetery with Steven Pack officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Apr 1995) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MAISON, Leonard Carl, age 66, 2427 Park Street, passed away at home Tuesday, December 21, (1965). Mr. Maison was a fisherman, and had resided in this city the past thirty-six years. He was a member of the Alaska Fishermen's Union. Survivors are his widow, Elvie L.; two sons, Richard of Greta, La., and Jerry of Newark, Cal.; seven grandchildren, and a half brother, Roland Jacobson of this city. Private services will be conducted by Pastor E. E. Olsenius Thursday, December 23 at 10 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home, followed by cremation. Visiting hours Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
MALENG, Karen L. - Memorial services will be held Tuesday in Seattle for Karen L. Maleng, 12, the daughter of King County Prosecutor Norm Maleng and his wife, Judy. The seventh-grader died Thursday while sledding on an inner tube near the family's Magnolia Bluff home in Seattle. She suffered fatal head injuries when the tube truck a parked car. Her father, a Republican candidate for governor last year, is a native of Acme, graduated from Mount Baker High School and has numerous relatives in Whatcom County. Relatives in county include Karen's grandmother, Margaret Maleng, and an uncle and aunt, Henry and Vivian Maleng. Karen had one brother, Mark, 10. Services will be 10 a.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension, 2330 Viewmont Way
West, in Seattle. Graveside services will be at 3:30 p.m. at Saxon Cemetery, east of Acme. Karen was a skier, straight-A student, accomplished public speaker, budding artist and a basketball player. A Camp Fire girl and Accolyte at church, she also had her own baby sitting business. She won Two school essay contests, "What the Constitution Means to Me" and "Why My Dad is Best." Funeral arrangements are by Bonney-Watson Co., Seattle.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Feb 1989) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MALLAHAN, Verrill M., age 91 of Bellingham, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital, Bellingham, Friday, Oct. 17, 1997. She was born March 10, 1906 to Charles A. and Amy A. (Williams) Standen. In Edgemont, South Dakota. Mrs. Mallahan had been a Whatcom County resident for the last 85 years and had worked at Wahl's Department Store in Bellingham for many years. She was preceded in death by her first husband Ray Hope and her second husband Jack Mallahan and her son Raymond Hope. Survivors include her son, Michael Hope and his wife Phyllis of Paradise, CA; step-daughters, Kathleen and husband Bill Day of Birch Bay; 2 grandchildren, David Hope of Paradise, CA and Sharon Clemons of Yreka, CA; 2 step-granddaughters, Julie Colwell and Lisa Stephan both of Bellingham; 3 great-grandchildren and 5 step great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Private family graveside inurnment will be held at Greenacres Funeral Home.
MALMBERG, Roger V., Major, age 73 of Bellingham, WA, died March 26, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born February 14, 1924 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Carl and Blenda (Check) Malmberg. Mr. Malmbert attended school in St. Paul, MN, Grace Harbor College and Salvation Army Training School in Chicago, IL. June 22, 1950 he married Svea Nelson in St. Paul, MN. He was a member of Ferndale Stamp Club, leader of Salvation Army Senior Citizens Group and was a Sunday School Teacher. He enjoyed fishing and cooking. Preceded in death by son, Ronald E. Malmberg in 1952 and daughter, Lynette Malmberg in 1951. Survived by his loving wife Svea Malmberg of Bellingham; sons, Roland Malmberg and wife Janet of Lynnwood, Roger Malmberg and wife Leona of Olympia; and 4 grandchildren. Memorial services will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 31, 1997 at the Salvation Army, Bellingham, WA. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MALONE, Laurie Ann, age 41, passed away suddenly in Arizona on November 15, 2005, due to complications of diabetes. Laurie was born in Bellingham, WA, on May 19, 1964, to the late Richard Malone and Teresa Malone. Laurie attended Assumption School, Bellingham High School, and Bellingham Technical School. She worked for years in local nursing homes as a CNA and restorative aide. Laurie was greatly appreciated by her patients for her tender, compassionate care, and she was well known by all for her quick wit and great sense of humor. Laurie's big heart never let her turn away anyone in need, and she will be sorely missed by her many friends in NA. Laurie was preceded in death by father Richard Malone and great-nephew Jordan Malone. She is survived by her partner Marcie Simmons; twin sister Estelle Malone; mother Teresa Malone; sisters Kathy Patterson, Sheila Johnson, Michelle Clark (Don Pro), Molly Jonas (Paul), Connie Longanecker (Gordy); brothers Patrick, David (Carla), Frank (Deborah) and Mike Malone; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, all of Bellingham. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon on Saturday, December 3rd, at Assumption Church. Moles Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service Bayview Chapel - Bellingham.
MALYSHEFF, George O. – A private service for George Olet Malysheff of Minden, Nev., formerly of Bellingham, was held at Lake Tahoe in Nevada, where half of his ashes were scattered. The remainder of his ashes will be scattered in Juneau, Alaska. Mr. Malysheff died in an accident Monday, Sept. 4, 2000 at his home. He was 42. Born March 29, 1958 to Anatole and Janice (Miller) Malysheff in Seattle, he graduated from Mariner High School in Mukilteo in 1976. Mr. Malysheff lived in Bellingham for 10 years and about five years in Alaska. Mr. Malysheff worked for Northwest Chipping & Grinding of Bellingham. A heavy equipment diesel mechanic/engineer by trade, he also worked as a commercial fisher and a former ranch manager for Taylor Ranch in Utah. He also was a professional scuba diver for more than 20 years. On Nov 29, 1995, he married Christina Cefalu at Lake Tahoe. They met in high school in 1974. His parents died previously. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughters Andronica of Washington and Elizabeth of Eugene, Ore.; brothers Alexander Malysheff of Mukilteo, Anatole Malysheff of Maple Valley and Gregory Malysheff of Lynnwood; and sister Tanya Baker of Eugene. Arrangements are by Fitz Henry's Funeral Home of Gardnerville, Nev.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MANCHESTER, Blanche L. Anderson of 118 Carolina St. died of cancer at home Saturday, July 5, 1997. She was 82. Born Oct. 27, 1914, in Soap Lake, she was a local resident since 1920. A homemaker, Mrs. Manchester enjoyed volunteer work and was a member of a quilting club in Bellingham. Survivors include her husband of the family home, son Frank Manchester of Ferndale and one grandchild. Arrangements by Whatcom Cremation Association.
MANCHESTER, Joanne M., age 62, of Blaine, passed away at her home in Birch Bay Village Thursday, February 7, 2008. She was born on November 10, 1945, in Vancouver, B.C., to William and Elizabeth (Widiner) Alcock. Joanne touched many lives in the community in which she lived. She is survived by her husband, Frank Manchester of Birch Bay Village; son, Jeff Manchester of Ferndale; mother, Elizabeth Alcock of Surrey, B.C.; and sister, Sharon (Ron) Kredba of Surrey, B.C. Graveside services will be held Monday, February 11, at 1:00 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Feb 2008) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MANEVAL, A. B., who formerly operated a shoe shop in Lynden, passed away April 3, (1922), at the age of 66 years. Mr. Maneval had resided in Bellingham since leaving Lynden. Funeral services were held in Bellingham April 7. Interment was made in the Bay View Cemetery.
MANGOLD, Daisy - Visitation for Daisy Mangold of Everson will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in the Gillies Funeral Home chapel in Lynden. Burial will follow in Nooksack Cemetery. Mrs. Mangold died at her home Wednesday, June 6, 2001. She was 70. She was born Sept. 21, 1930, in Jordan, Ark., to Raymond and Esther (Faris) Barnes, and married Raymond Mangold in Baltimore in 1948. He died in 1950 while serving in Korea. She also lived in Texas before moving to Yakima in 1963 and then to Federal Way in 1966. For 18 years, she worked at the Red Lion Hotel near Sea-Tac Airport and was a member of the Hotel and Restaurant Employees union. Mrs. Mangold moved to Whatcom County in 1986 following her retirement. She enjoyed playing various musical instruments, fishing, gardening, traveling and writing poetry. Besides her parents and husband, brothers Coy and Merl Barnes and Devoe Friend preceded her in death. She is survived by daughters Pat Haugen of Everson and Donna Jensen of Alger sons Ted Mangold of San Antonio, Texas, Bill Phillips of Selmer, Tenn., Dewayne Cheek of Houston, Jim Cheek of Alvin, Texas, and Dan Cheek of Everson 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren brother Glen Friend of Calico Rock, Ark., and sister Joy Kirby of Mt. Home, Ark., and numerous other relatives.
MANN, Beverly M. - Services for Mrs. Beverly M. Mann, 51, 1678 Grandview Pl., will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale. A resident of the Ferndale community for the past 14 years, Mrs. Mann died Sunday. She was a member of the Laurel VFW Auxiliary No. 3685. Surviving are the husband, Vincent; a son Vincent of Bellingham; six daughters, Sandra Coe of Lynden, Ida Blomquist and Donna Mann, both of Ferndale, Beverly Soderberg of Tacoma and Beth Ann and Eileen Mann at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ray O'Brine of Lummi Island; two brothers, Lawrence O'Brine and Van O'Brine, both of Ferndale; four sisters, Nelda Hurd of Seattle, Pat Martin of Lummi Island, Doreen Beck of Laurel and Collette Dryden of
Seattle, and five grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Mar 1975) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MANN, Helen - A memorial service for Helen (Shawhan) Mann of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, with the Rev. Robert Christie officiating and the Rev. John Gibbs providing the homily. Mrs. Mann died Thursday, Sept. 9, 1999, at her home. She was 75. Born in Memphis, Tenn., she had been a Bellingham resident since 1956. She earned a bachelor's degree in education from Mississippi State College for Women in 1946. On Jan. 7, 1950, she married Calvin H. Mann Jr. in Memphis. He died in 1987. Mrs. Mann was a homemaker. Mrs. Mann co-founded the Hood Canal News, Huckleberry Herald and St. Paul's Little Epistles Preschool. She was a member of Master Gardeners, Whatcom Literacy Council, Bellingham Theatre Guild, St. Anne's Guild and American Association of University Women and served as a volunteer for Sharing Shop. Her hobbies included activities with the Literacy Guild Reading Group and International Student Exchange Program. She enjoyed classical music, boating, nature, family traditions and bringing Southern culture to the Northwest. Survivors include daughters Helen Tanzer and Sarah McEvoy, both of Bellingham, and Jean Mann of Seattle sons Ranny and Hunter Mann, both of Bellingham, Ben Mann of Antarctica and Cal Mann of Palo Alto, Calif.; brother Ben Shawhan of Texas eight grandchildren and five nieces and nephews.
MANN, Vincent Philip, age 83, of Ferndale, passed away Fri., Nov. 9, 2001, in Bellingham. He was born Oct. 17, 1918, in Altoona, PA to Edgar and Gertrude (Pottsgrove) Mann and had been a Whatcom County resident for 37 years. He married Beverly M. Patch on Aug. 18, 1939, in Alexandria, WV. She preceded him in death on Mar. 26, 1974. Mr. Mann served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Savanah during WWII. He was a member of the Lynden Post #9301, VFW and the Albert J. Hamilton Post #7, American Legion. His hobbies included repairing small engines. Survived by his children: Sandra Coe of Lynden, Ida Blomquist of Ferndale, Vincent D. Mann of Custer, Donna C. Mann of Ferndale, Beth Warfield of Everson, Beverly O'Brine of Portland, OR and Eileen Herrick of Custer nine grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held Wed., Nov. 14, 10:30 a.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Al Currier officiating and burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Nov 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MANNER, Cecil - A funeral for Cecil Manner of Blaine will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Heather Mordhorst officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Manner died Monday, Jan. 19, 1998. She was 97. Born Aug. 29, 1900, to Lewis and Catherine Coss Chichester in Ferndale, she was a lifelong Whatcom County resident. She was a member of the Ferndale Chapter No. 223 Order of Eastern Star, Daughters of the Nile and the United Church of Ferndale. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Manner, in 1961 and by daughter Joanne Gustafson in 1995. Survivors include son Dale Manner of Everett, eight grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
MANNER, Pauline Jane (Brue) completed her life on this earth December 8, 2009 peacefully after an extended illness. Born in Bellingham, December 29, 1926 to Elma Mather Baker and Arthur Calmer Brue, Pauline was raised in Everson Washington, graduated from Mt. Baker high school and the University of Washington. Her interests and activities included her beloved husband, family and friends, entertaining, Alpha Chi Delta, Cub Scouts, Campfire Girls, a Sunday school teacher, Eastern Star, Ferndale Fireman's Auxiliary, boating, traveling, gardening, painting, photography, stained glass, Edmonds Photographic Club, Seattle Photography Club, and National Photographic Society, Ancora Bridge Club. She is preceded in death in by her mother Elma Mather (Baker) Brue, and father Arthur Calmer Brue. She will be greatly missed by her beloved husband Dale Manner, three children Marcia Rogers (Darrell), Joe Manner (Jeanne McCarty), and Jim Manner; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, her brother Lyle Brue and sister-in-law Betty Brue (Valentine). A Celebration of her life will be at Sunrise Baptist Church, 2460 W. Badger Rd., Custer WA at 10:00 a.m. December 19, 2009. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Dec 2009) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MANNING, Belle A., age 99, passed from time into eternity on Friday, May 21, 2004 in Bellingham. She was born November 16, 1904 to James M. Long and Lilly M. Simans Long, who had left Missouri to seek a homestead in Alberta. She married Harry N. Manning on October 19, 1925 in Calgary, Alberta. After living in Canada a few years, they came to Bellingham, Washington. Harry preceded her in death in 1959. She has one daughter, Dorothy M. Greening of Penticton, B.C., Canada. Belle had two brothers and five sisters, all preceding her in death: Millard F. Long, Norman S. Long, Mary A. Seawn, Ruby Long, Lenora M. Derbyshire, Beula Stevens, and Clara Long. One grandson, Randy Greening, is deceased. She is survived by her sister-in- law, Ruth Long of Custer, WA; and four grandsons and wives: Robert Greening and Dawn, Bradley Allan Greening and Laurie, Steven Greening and Dawn and Douglas Greening, all of British Columbia. Also seven great-grandchildren. During and after World War II, she cooked for the Alaskan Highway crew while they built the Alaskan Highway. She enjoyed cooking and waitress work and worked in several restaurants around Bellingham. She enjoyed signing for the deaf. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, May 25, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel.
MANNER, Ethel M. - Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday for Whatcom County resident Ethel M. Manner, 83, 360 B St., Blaine. Mrs. Manner died Sunday (Dec. 25, 1988) in a Blaine nursing home. She was born July 4, 1905 in Traverse City, Mich., and moved to Whatcom County with her family when she was 7. She married George Manner on July 24, 1924 in Bellingham. Her husband, who owned Valley Motors in Lynden, died in 1959. A daughter, Edith (Dee Dee) Helgath died in 1976. Mrs. Manner is survived by a son Lowell Manner of Redwood City, Calif.; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other relatives. Services will take place at Gillies Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Fred Rarden officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Dec 1988) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MANNER, Lowell G. - Graveside services for Lowell G. Manner, 64 of Redwood City, Calif., will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Woodlawn Cemetery with the Rev. Fred Rarden officiating. Mr. Manner, the son of George and Ethel Manner of Lynden, died in Redwood City on Monday. He was born on July 13 1926 in Lynden where he grew up. In the U.S. Army, he was stationed in the South Pacific during World War II. In 1956, he moved to California and worked for E.Z. Davies Chevrolet in Redwood City. Survivors include: sons Eric Gordon and Bruce Frost of California; and many other relatives. Local arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Oct 1990) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
MANNING, Melvin F., age 59, of 3845 Fort Bellingham Rd., passed away Wed., Oct. 26. Mr. Manning was a lifetime resident of this community, a member of the Calvary Temple and owner of the Northwest Body Shop. Survivors are his wife Bernice, 1 son Larry Manning of this city, 2 daughters Ms. Judy Sjoberg and Mrs. Nancy Brink, both of this city, 3 brothers, Floyd Manning of this city, Wayne Manning of Loped Island and Richard Manning of Los Angeles, Calif., 2 sisters, Mrs. Edith Clendenen, City; and Mrs. Marie Helmer of Grants Pass, Oregon; 2 grandchildren Janet and Darla Sjoberg, many nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted by Rev. Paul Cantelon, Sat., Oct 29 at 10:30 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery at a later date.
MANOR, Eunice Read, age 92 of Custer, WA, Whatcom County resident for 33 years, died Saturday, September 6, 1997. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and JoAnn Manor of Hollandale, MS, William Lee, Jr., and Marie Manor of Greenville, MS; daughter Jeanne Kimbrough of Custer, WA; nine grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents four brothers, four sisters and two grandsons, Larry B. and Michael L. Manor. Mrs. Manor was born at Conway, MS, February 26, 1905 to Marcus Henry and Eula Anne (Edwards) Allen. She married William Lee Manor, Sr. of Delta City, MS, August 30, 1925; he died in 1961. In 1964 she moved to Custer to be near her daughter and husband and obtained her nurse's license in the State of Washington and worked at St. Luke's Hospital living in Bellingham until she retired. She was a long-time member of Bakerview Baptist Church until it merged with Ferndale Alliance where she became a member. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 9, 1997 from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel. A graveside service will be Wednesday, September 10 at 11:00 a.m. at Enterprise Cemetery, with the memorial service following at Ferndale Alliance Church, 12:30 p.m. with Pastor Jon Mutchler officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ferndale.
MANOS, Pano "Pete" - A memorial service for Pano "Pete" Manos of Ferndale will be at 1 p.m. Friday at The United Church of Ferndale, with the Rev. Heather Mordhorst officiating. Mr. Manos died of cancer at his home Sunday, March 14, 1999. He was 70. He was born Dec. 6, 1928 to Pete and Panoria Karaskoza Manos in Bellingham and attended schools here. He served in the U.S. Navy. On Sept. 19, 1953, he married Ruth Jackson. Mr. Manos graduated from what is now Western Washington University with bachelor's and master's degrees. He taught in the Ferndale School District for 30 years. His hobbies included woodworking, camping, hiking and amateur radio and he was known for his sense of humor and quick wit. A devout Christian, he was a member of the United Church of Ferndale. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Curt Manos and Craig
Manos; brothers Andy Manos and John Manos; sister Jeri Graham; and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
MANROE, John R., 75, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 13, 2005, with his loved ones around him. After a long, courageous battle with cancer, he is finally with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, whom he boldly spoke of. Jack was born on May 28, 1930 in Brush Co. He moved with his parents at the age of 12, settling in the Bellevue area, where he graduated from Bellevue High School in 1949. After his discharge from the Army, Jack went to work as a mechanic for the Bellevue school District. He married Rose Mary Stinton in 1954, and the couple lived in the Kirkland and Redmond areas for forty years, before moving to Sedro-Wolley after Jack's retirement in 1994. Jack and Rose celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2004, with the renewing of their vows and a reception.
MANTHEY, Daisy, age 78, of Ferndale, passed away Friday, August 15th, 2008. Daisy was born in Van Buren, Missouri on Jan. 28, 1930, to Jack and Mary Culpepper. She married William "Bill" Manthey on May 1, 1950 in Bellingham. They were married for 54 years. Daisy loved her life on the farm and playing pinochle with Bill and their relatives. Daisy was selected in 1968 as the Whatcom County Farm Woman of the year. Daisy was preceded in death by her husband, William Manthey; daughter Beverly Swift; great-granddaughter Lily Dubois; three sisters and 4 brothers. Daisy is survived by three children: Shelly Dubois of Bellingham; sons Randy and wife Patti of Ferndale; Gary and wife Ann Manthey of Farmington, MN; eight grandchildren; two great-grandsons; and several foster sons. The family would like to thank Daisy's many friends, Visiting Angels, and the Hospice nurses for their care and support. Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, August 20th from 6-8 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. A funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 21 at 10 a.m. also at Moles Funeral Home.
MANTHEY, Geneva June passed away peacefully on January 4, 2009, in Bellingham, WA, at the age of 87. She
was born on June 27, 1921, in Wetonka, SD, to Howard and Goldie Fryer. She is survived by her children,
Harriet Nelson, Vivian Hatherell, Larry Manthey, and Jerry and his wife, Joyce Manthey; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and brothers, Don, Merle, and Dewey Fryer. Geneva was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Roy Manthey; grandson, Kurt; and sisters, Frona Obrien and Verlyn Eschbach. A funeral service to celebrate Geneva's life will be held on Friday, January 9th at 11:00 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, 5700 Northwest Dr., Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
MANTHEY, Ida May - Ninety-three year Whatcom County resident Ida May Manthey, 99, of 968 Marine Dr. died Wednesday, Aug. 19, 1992 at St. Joseph Main Campus. A funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Friday at Moles Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Ralph Poulson officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation is from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today. Born Nov. 5, 1892, in Clare County, Mich., to William and Mary Abbey Stevens, Mrs. Manthey was 6 when she moved to Whatcom County. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter J. Manthey. He died in October 1984. Survivors include son Roy Manthey of Bellingham; daughters Florence Bowman and Marie Linker, both of Bellingham; Evelyn Pine of Newville, PA; five grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren.
MANTHEY, Lloyd R. of Bellingham passed away at his home on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2001. He was 88.
Visitation will be held today from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Moles Funeral Home chapel in Ferndale. A graveside service will be held Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. A memorial service will follow at Redeemer Lutheran Church at 11 a.m. with Pastor Richard Husman officiating. A son of Fred and Elizabeth Manthey, Lloyd was born in Bellingham on June 12, 1913. He graduated from Meridian High School and was a dairy farmer for 50 years. After he retired, Lloyd and his wife, Peggy, and his son, Dan, owned and operated Manthey Christmas Tree Land. He was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church of Bellingham and of the North Bellingham Grange for over 50 years. His wife, Peggy, predeceased him in July 1996. Survivors include two daughters, Caryn Sinnes and husband Ola of Bellingham and Mary Vroman and husband Howard of Ferndale; two sons, Dan Manthey and wife Marcia of Bellingham and Joel Manthey and wife Bonnie of Ferndale; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; and a brother, William Manthey of Bellingham. Arrangements are under the care of Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Ferndale.
MANTHEY, Peggy Lou, of 765 W. Axton Road, died at home Saturday, July 20, 1996. She was 73. Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery followed by a memorial service at Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Richard Husman officiating. A luncheon will follow at the church. Born Dec. 26, 1922 to Harold James and Florence Harriet Blakeslee Truitt in Bellingham, Mrs. Manthey graduated from Bellingham High School in 1940. She married Lloyd R. Manthey, Oct 18, 1941 in Bellingham. A member of Redeemer Lutheran Church of Bellingham, she and her husband owned and operated Manthey's Christmas
Treeland on West Axton Road. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughters Caryn Sinnes of Bellingham and Mary Vroman of Ferndale; sons Dan Manthey of Bellingham and Joel Manthey of Ferndale; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister JoAnn Sandberg of Everson; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
MANTHEY, Roy W., age 86 of Bellingham, lifetime Whatcom County resident, died Saturday, July 12, 1997. He is survived by wife Geneva J. (Fryer) Manthey; son Larry R. Manthey of Bellingham; son and daughter-in-law Jerry L. and Joyce E. Manthey of Bellingham; daughters, Harriet J. Nelson of Seattle, Vivian M. Hatherell of Kent; sister Florence Bowmaan of Bellingham; sisters and brother-in-law Marie and Art Linker of Bellingham, Evelyn and Andy Pine of Newville, PA; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandchild. Mr. Manthey was born March 11, 1911, in Ferndale to Walter and Ida (Stevens) Manthey. He was a logger most of his life. Visitation will be Tuesday, July 15, 1997, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, July 16, 1997, 11:00 a.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Ralph Paulson officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
MANTHEY, Walter J., age 93 of 2530 Yew St., Bellingham, passed away Wed., Oct. 10, 1984 at his home. He had been a lifetime resident of Whatcom County, served as assistant fire chief in Ferndale from 1932-1942 and worked as a logger in Whatcom County most of his life. He is survived by his wife, Ida of Bellingham; 1 son, Roy Manthey and his wife Geneva of Bellingham; 3 daughters Florence Bowman of Bellingham, Marie and her husband Arthur Linker of Bellingham, Evelyn and her husband Andrew Pine of Newville, Penn; 6 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be held Mon. Oct. 15, 1:30 p.m. in the chapel of Moles Funeral Home with Pastor Ralph Poulson officiating. Burial to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
MANTHEY, William "Bill", age 76, of Bellingham, passed away Tuesday, August 10, 2004 in Seattle. He was born in
Bellingham on April 30, 1928 to Fred and Elizabeth Manthey. After graduating from Ferndale High School, Bill
worked as a dairy farmer. He married Daisy Culpepper on May 1, 1950 in Bellingham. They were married for 54
years. Bill built Manthey's Country Mobile Park, worked for several years as a bus driver for the Meridian School
District, and raised beef on his eighty acre farm. He was a member of the North Bellingham Grange for 55 years, as
well as the Washington Dairy Association. Bill loved his farm and taking care of his animals, playing Pinochle with friends, and fishing and camping in the family's motor home. He also dearly loved his children and grandchildren and enjoyed playing with them at the lake. Bill is preceded in death by a daughter, Beverly Swift; brother Lloyd Manthey; and sisters, Betty Snyder and Mildred Frost. Bill is survived by three children; daughter Shelly Dubois and her fiance, Steve Rouse, of Bellingham; sons Randy and wife Patti Manthey, of Ferndale, and Gary and wife Ann Manthey, of Farmington, MN; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several foster sons; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, August 12, 2004 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Ferndale|Moles Chapel. A funeral Service will be held on Friday, August 13, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. in the Ferndale|Moles Chapel. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MARBLE, Eva P., age 95, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 1997, in Bellingham. She was born in Yakima, WA on October 11, 1901, to Elmer E. and Elizabeth Parks (Gibson) Knowles whose ancestors came to U.S. from England in 1637. A State of Washington Pioneer, she lived in Yakima from 1901 to 1927, subsequently living in Seattle for 13 years and Bellevue for 20 years before moving to Bellingham in 1981. Mrs. Marble was actively involved in the formation of the Bellevue Presbyterian Church and a member of the Birchwood Presbyterian Church in Bellingham. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul after 69 year of marriage. Survived by: 4 children, Robert Bruce Marble of Vancouver, WA, Phyllis J. Dunkak of Bellingham; Paul L. Marble, Jr. and Alan C. Marble both of Beaverton, OR; 16 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 11, 1997 at 2:30 p.m., Birchwood Presbyterian Church with Reverends J. Timothy Lann and O. M. (Bud) Lee officiating. Private interment at Bayview Cemetery. Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
MARCOTT, Minnie died Friday, Nov. 21, 1997, at Alderwood Convalescent Center. She was 72. At her request, no service will be held. She was born May 25, 1925, in North Dakota. Mrs. Marcott and her husband, Lynn, owned My Office Tavern in Vallejo, Calif., and managed the American Legion Post No. 104 in California. She enjoyed fishing and playing bingo. Survivors include daughter Karen Lindner of St. Croix, Virgin Islands, son Steve Marcott of Sacramento, Calif., numerous brothers and sisters, two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
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MARKEY, Sarah, 40, died on Friday, August 4, 2006 and found peace. Survivors include daughters Chelsea and
Danielle, brother Pete and family, South Prairie, and father Bob Markey of Bellingham, plus numerous relatives
and friends throughout the Northwest. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church on Friday,
8-11-06 at 12 noon.
MARKHAM, Eddie, age 83, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Oct. 19, 2008, in Bellingham. Eddie was born Aug. 7, 1925, in Lepanto, Arkansas, to Alvin and Ina (Bryant) Markham. He was owner/operator of Markham Trucking and other occupations included logger, mink farmer, Meridian school bus driver, he worked at Bellingham Cold Storage, and was owner/operator of Eddie's Taxi Service in Arkansas. Eddie enjoyed latch hook, cutting horses, camping trips and trips to Reno playing "Betty Boop." He loved Cadillacs, and his miniature sheltie, Candy, who preceded him in death. His cb handles were "The Stranger" and "Fast Eddie." He was a Navy veteran of WWII. Eddie's memberships included VFW, Elks, Sheriff's Posse (mounted group), and was a 4-H leader in Whatcom County. Surviving Eddie are his wife, Marge Markham at the family home; daughters, Barbara (Bill) Gookins of Marysville, WA, Patty (Jack) Maddox of Wapato, WA, and Peggy (Allen) Pratt of Bellingham; grandchildren, Robbie Diaz of Burien, Kelly Diaz of Marysville, Sharon (Bruce) Paul of Sunnyside, Charlie (Faye) Maddox of Lima, Mt, and Sandy (Steve) Changala of Wapato; great grandchildren, Alex Diaz of Burien, Hayden Hollenbeck of Marysville, Jacob and Jessica Changala of Wapato, and Averi Alaine Maddox of Lima, MT; and nephew Gary Roberts of Missouri. Eddie was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Pauline Roberts and Juanita Williams. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday, October 23rd from 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. and Friday, October 24th from 10-11 a.m., in the Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel.
MARKUSEN, David H., age 18, of 270 14th, Blaine passed away Thurs. Aug. 18. David had been a lifetime resident of Blaine, was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church, Sr class of Blaine High School and the Blaine High School wrestling team. He is survived by his father, Richard of Blaine, 1 brother, Brad at home, 2 sisters Tina of Blaine and Jan at home. Grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Markusen of Ferndale. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Peter Duggan Wed. Aug. 24 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Ferndale. Burial follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery, under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
MARKUSEN, Ruth, age 42, of 270 14th St., Blaine, passed away Aug. 21, (1977). Mrs. Markusen had been a resident of Whatcom Co. her entire lifetime and was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church in Blaine. She is survived by her husband Richard, 1 son, Brad at home, 2 daughters; Tina of Blaine and Jan at Home; 2 brothers Richard Finkbonner and Henry Finkbonner, both of Ferndale; 2 sisters Irene Jernigan of Blaine and Lucy Willett of B'ham; 2 grandsons. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Peter Duggan Wed. Aug. 24 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Ferndale. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
MARLETT, Olive Ann, age 81 years passed away at the family home, 1703 E. Maplewood, Monday evening, June 17, (1946). Mrs. Marlett had been a resident of this community for the past 25 years. She is survived by two sons, Robert E. Marlett, of Riverside, Calif.; John A. Marlett, of Manson, Wash.; three daughters, Mrs. Mary J. Burns of Gardena, Calif., Mrs. Josephine Senuty, of Bellingham, and Mrs. Lydia Emmerson, of Helena Falls, Oregon; one brother, Wesley Hardison, of Holton, Oregon, and one sister, Mrs. Leona Miller, of Stockton, Calif.; twenty-four grandchildren and twenty-three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted from the Cathedral Chapel of the Westford-Beck Funeral Home, Thursday, June 20, at 3 p.m., with Rev. George Arthur of the First Advent Christian church officiating. Interment, Greenacres Memorial Park.
MARQUAND, Patricia Hallman, 29, 4291 King Ave, died Thursday (Aug. 28, 1980). She had been a Whatcom County resident since 1954, a 1969 graduate of Bellingham High School, and 1971 graduate of the Everett Community College registered nurse program. She was a member of the Bellingham Free Methodist Church and the Washington State Registered Nurses Association. She is survived by her husband, Jim, a daughter, her parents, Glen and Helen Jean Hallman; two brothers, a sister, and a grandmother. Services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Bellingham Free Methodist Church with the Rev. Archie R. Rumppe officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
MARR, Violet L. - A funeral service for Violet L. (Robillard) Marr of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home near Ferndale, with the Rev. Jim Williams officiating. Mrs. Marr died Saturday, March 31, 2001, in Bellingham. She was 87. Mrs. Marr was born April 4, 1913, to Ed and Esther (Peletier) Robillard in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. In 1929, she married Ronald "Squee" F. Marr in Wisconsin and they moved to Glacier in 1938. They operated a mink ranch until 1974. She loved her pets, especially her cat "Punkin." She also loved traveling, fishing and gardening. Her husband died in 1987. Two sisters and one brother also died previously. Survivors include sons Jeffery and Douglas Marr, both of Bellingham, Jerry Marr of Deming and Dale Marr of Glacier; daughter Bonnie Naas of Bellingham; sister Donna Gore of Payson, Ariz.; 14 grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and many great-step-grandchildren.
MARRON, James J. "Jim," age 74 of Ferndale, passed away Sat., Jan. 12, 1980. Mr. Marron came to Ferndale in 1954 from Olean, NY, is a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and was a retired employee of The Mobile (sic) Oil Refinery and operated the Ferndale Taxi for the last 15 years. He was preceded in death by his wife Theresa "Tess" Marron in 1975, and is survived by 2 sons, Francis of Kennewick, WA; John of Huntington Beach, CA; 3 daughters, Joan Zimmerman of Trona, CA; Kathleen Holert of Reseda, CA; Susan Marron of Frankfurt, Germany; 1 brother John of Oil City, PA; 3 sisters Alice Forness and Madeline Payne, both of Port St. Lucy, FL; Sister Mary Charlotte Marron of Buffalo, NY; 8 grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews, including Jackie Kloc of Ferndale. Vigil services will be held in Moles Funeral Home Tues., Jan. 15, 1980 at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be offered by Rev. Phillip Bloom, Wed., Jan. 16 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Ferndale. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
MARRON, Theresa Louise (Tess), age 55 of 560 Mt. Baker Ave, Ferndale, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 26, (1975). Mrs. Marron came to Ferndale in 1954 from Olean, New York and is a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church of Ferndale. She is survived by her husband, James J. of Ferndale; 2 sons, Francis of Auburn, John, a student at Washington State University; 3 daughters, Joan Zimmerman of Trona, Calif.; Kathleen Holert of Reseda, Calif.; Susan Marron of Frankfurt, Germany; 5 brothers, Joe of Prospect, Oregon; Harold of Collins, New York; Robert, Charles and Harry of Olean; 8 grandchildren; numerous other relatives. Vigil prayer services will be conducted in Moles Funeral home, Sunday, Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be offered by Rev. Peter Duggan Monday, Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
MARSH, Clarence E. died at the Christian Health Care Center Friday, Oct. 10, 1997. He was 86. A graveside service will be held Tuesday at Crown Hill Cemetery in Seattle. His grandson, Robert Bennett, will officiate. Mr. Marsh was born in Modesto, Calif., April 3, 1911. He is the son of Percy Lawrence and Jamima Rogers Ostrom-Marsh. He graduated from Modesto Junior College, attended Fresno State College and was a civilian member of the Navy Communications Reserve for eight years. He married Mildred Robertson Aug. 16, 1936. The couple moved to Seattle where Mr. Marsh worked for the Austin Company for nine years. He retired after 30 years as a purchasing agent for Chris Berg Construction. He was an elder in the Trinity Methodist Church in Seattle. In 1990, Mr. Marsh moved to Whatcom County to be closer to his family. His wife died in 1986. He was well known by his CB call letters AA7CY. He was district commissioner for Boy Scouts, was involved in Sea Scouts and explorers and was an avid fisherman. Survivors include his son, Robert Marsh of Arlington; daughter, Marlene Bennett, of Custer; grandchildren Robert Bennett of Maine; Rick Marsh of Freeland; and great-grandson Devon Bennett of Maine. He was preceded in death by his wife, son Michael Marsh and brother William Marsh. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home.
MARSH, Darla C., 36, 1817 Knox Ave, died Sunday (April 27, 1975) after a long illness. A lifetime resident of Bellingham, she was a member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Surviving are a daughter Deanna Marsh of Sedro Woolley; two brothers, Alvin Bartholomew of Spokane and Barry Wright of Santa Ana, Calif.; a sister Jean Kiely in Manitoba; her father, Clarence Bartholomew in Panoka, Canada, and her grandmother, Bertha Babcock of Bellingham. Burial services will be conducted by the Rev. Al Blumenshien at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Veroske's Bellingham Funeral Home.
MARSH, Edward Joseph, 82, 6013 Northwest Road, died Saturday at a local convalescent center. He was born Oct. 7, 1904, in Saginaw, Mich., and had lived in Whatcom County since 1905. He worked for the Bellingham Division of Georgia-Pacific Corp. for 40 years. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Mary E. Marsh of the family home; two daughter, Betty M. Bynon and Mary D. Anderson of Bellingham; a son, Edward B. Marsh of Sedro-Woolley; three brothers, Bert I. Marsh and Frank L. Marsh of Bellingham and Raymond G. Marsh of Detroit, Ore.; a sister, Ursula Marie Longacre of Bellingham; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bayview Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
MARSH, Lucinda, a resident of Sumas for the past 51 years, passed away Sunday, May 31, 1942 at the age of 87 years. Aside from many friends, she leaves to survive, 3 daughters, Mrs. Luke Tyrrell and Mrs. George Gillies, both of Sumas, Mrs. Nellie Ryan, of Aaron, Kentucky. Also 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 4, at 2 p.m. from the Gillies Mortuary Home with Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Sanford officiating. Interment will be made in the Sumas Cemetery.
MARSHALL, Carol B. of Bellingham, WA, passed away in Bellingham on Sunday, November 19, 2006. She was 87, born in New Buffalo, Mich., on September 9, 1919 to Fern (Cuthbert) and Guy Best. Carol grew up in Michigan and moved to the Northwest in 1944. She retired from Boeing. Carol was preceded in death by husband Anton John Seppi, who died in 1986, and her second husband Dick Marshall, who died in 2003. She was active in the Maple Valley Lions Club and enjoyed camping. She and first husband Anton were members of 1000 Trails Camping Group. After his death, she met Dick Marshall, her second husband, while camping with the Group. Carol loved her family, her children, grandchildren, and her Chihuahua "Cory." She is survived by her daughter Margaret Arnold of Cedar Rapids, OH; son Anton Guy Seppi of Everett; daughter Karen (Al) Callery of Bellingham; 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. At her request, there will be no service.
MARSHALL, Carol E. "Fuzzy", 69, lifetime Whatcom County resident, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2003. Born June 22, 1933 to Ray and Sylvia "Babcock" Marshall, he served in the U.S. Air Force, spent many years as a roofer and enjoyed the outdoors, clam digging and mushroom picking with his son and grandchildren. Survivors included his wife, Jackie Marshall; sons, David and Daryl Marshall; daughters, Debi Thorp, Diane Foster and Darlene Starr; brothers, Ray and Bill Marshall; sisters, Delores "Toots" Weston, Edna Mendenhal, Ethel Anderson and Aleta Joy; nine grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside will be held at Saxon Cemetery Monday, May 19, 2003, at 11:00 a.m. The arrangements are by The
Jerns Funeral Chapel & On-Site Crematorium.
MARSHALL, Dennis Clare, age 47, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Wednesday January 14, 2004 at home. Dennis was born May 22, 1956 in Bellingham to Bill Wesley and Jo Ann (Cook) Marshall. He was a life resident of Whatcom County, an avid fisherman and hunter, and had worked in the logging and commercial fishing industries. Dennis was a family man whose pride in life were his children. Dennis was preceded in death by his brother Steven and is survived by his wife Sandy; daughters Shantel Rene Marshall and Kandice Joy Marshall; sons Russell Steven Major and William Wesley Marshall-Luna; parents Jo Ann and Gordon Loomis, Bill Marshall and friend Lill Mayer; sisters Nancy Jo Rainford, Patsy Lee Hearn, and Cathy Jean Leat; numerous nieces and nephews including Tanya Perry. A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Wed. January 21, 2004 at Jones|Moles Funeral Home. Burial Saxon Cemetery. Jones|Moles Funeral Home.
MARSHALL, Jack Leroy - Funeral services for Jack Leroy Marshall, age 64 of 1232 10th East, Seattle, will be held Monday, June 20 at 1 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home with Reverend Joseph Harris officiating. Interment to follow in Saxon Cemetery. Mr. Marshall passed away Tuesday June 15 in Seattle. He is survived by his brothers and sisters, Neal Marshall of City, Dorothy McClellan of City, Ethel Anderson of City, Raymond Marshall of Crescent, Calif., James Marshall of City, Hughie Marshall of City, Robert Marshall of Wickersham, Edna Kirby of Crawfordsville, OR, Aleta Joy of Sumas, William Marshall of City, Carol Marshall of City, Delores Weston of City; numerous nieces and nephews and dear friends Joe and Del Paterson of Seattle. Mr. Marshall was born in Parks, Wash. and grew up in Whatcom County and then moved to Seattle where he had resided for the past 38
years.
MARSHALL, Keith William of Lynden, age 58, passed away in Fresno, CA on Friday, December 26, 2008. Keith was born July 7, 1950 in Seattle, Washington to Russell and Ruth (Vickers) Marshall. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed backpacking, fishing, and participating in sporting events. As a member of Northside Community Church. Keith lead and participated in Bible study and teaching. He was an excellent storyteller and often read aloud to his children and others. He was passionate about singing and was a member of the Lynden Chorale Society. Family was always most important to Keith. He was the world's greatest father to his sons Peter and Nathan and daughter Andrea. Keith is preceded in death by his coffee partner and father-in-law, John Sparman. He is survived by his wife, Terri Marshall; sons Peter Marshall and Nathan Marshall; daughter Andrea (Kyle) Manning; parents Russell and Ruth Marshall; mother-in-law Mildred Sparman; Brothers Jim, Brad, Brian and Wayne; sister Patricia, their spouses and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at the Northside Community Church at 950 Kline Road in Bellingham. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
MARSHALL, Mabel Ellen, age 89, of 1200 Lincoln Street, #248, Bellingham, passed away Sunday, August 25, 1991. Born August 15, 1902 in Renville, Minnesota to Fred G. and Lena Knott, she was a Whatcom County resident most of her life, previously living in Stanwood, WA and Camano Island, WA. She enjoyed travel and gardening. Survived by two sisters Dorothy Perry of Bellingham and Laura Phelps of Ranier, OR; 2 nephews, Robert E. Perry and wife Gail of Bellingham, Don Perry and wife Virginia of Lynnwood; 1 niece, Sandy Whitehead of Bellingham; 4 step-sons, George and wife Shirley Astel of CA, Bill and wife Jean Astel of Seattle, Robert and wife Arliss Marshall of Sedro Woolley, WA, John and wife Mary Marshall of Tacoma, WA; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services Thurs. August 29, 1:00 p.m. Jones Funeral Home. Entombment View Crest Abbey, Everett, WA. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MARSHALL, Marjorie B. - A memorial service for Marjorie B. Marshall, formerly of Bellingham, will be at 1:30 p.m. next Saturday at Island View Apartments, 3033 California Ave. S. W. in Seattle. Mrs. Marshall died Wednesday, April 2, 1997, in Seattle. She was 82. Born Feb. 14, 1915, in Hoquiam, she was raised in Blaine and graduated from Blaine High School in 1933. She lived in Bellingham more than 20 years and worked for J. C. Penney and the Bellingham School District. She traveled and lived in Southern California before moving to Seattle 15 years ago. Survivors include her husband, Les, son James of Yakima, daughter Marilyn of Redmond, sister Helen Kenoyer of Hemet, Calif., six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and two nephews.
MARSHALL, Robert L., 65, of 5184 Lynch St., Acme, died Thursday, January 24, 1991. Mr. Marshall was a retired logger who married Angeline Schauman in June of 1953. He enjoyed camping and fishing. His wife, Angeline survives him, as does his step-children, Wayne and wife Winonah Glenney of Wickersham, step-daughters Joyce and husband Bob Currie of Bothell, Wanda Bond of Chelan. Four brothers Bill Marshall of Park, WA, Jim and Jean Marshall of Bellingham, Ray and Liz Marshall of Crescent City, CA and Carol Marshall of Bellingham. Sisters Dorothy McClellan, Bellingham; Ethel Anderson, Bellingham; Aleta Joy of
Sumas; Edna Kirby of Crawfordsville, OR; and Delores and Lyle Weston, Bellingham. Four grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Monday, January 28, 1991, at Saxon Cemetery with Pastor John Stewart officiating. Arrangements under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
MARTELLINO, Joan - A Mass for Joan (English Cole) Martellino of Seattle, formerly of Bellingham, will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Seattle, with the Rev. Lee Kapfer officiating. Burial will follow at 1 p.m. at Holy Rood Cemetery in Shoreline followed by a reception at 2 p.m. at Meany Hotel in Seattle. Mrs. Martellino died of cancer Saturday, Jan 15, 2000 at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle. Her age was unavailable. Born to Charles A. and Elizabeth (Verser) Cole in Newport, RI, she lived in Bellingham from 1975 to 1996. Mrs. Martellino attended Georgetown University for two years. Mrs. Martellino worked for The Bellingham Herald for about one year during the early 1980s. She also was involved in the maritime fishing industry. She was a member of Women's Maritime Association and was a pioneer of women pursuing careers in the commercial fishing and maritime industries. Survivors include son Ozo Jaculewicz of Seattle; mother of Leesburg, VA; and one nephew. Arrangements are by Butterworth Funeral Home of Seattle.
MARTIN, Albert E., 86, 6179 Medcalf Road, died Thursday (Dec. 12, 1985). Born on Aug. 9, 1899, in Bellingham, he was a lifetime county resident. He was a retired dairy farmer and for 16 years was the caretaker at Ten Mile Cemetery. Mr. Martin was married to Della Boosenbrock on Sept. 2, 1922 in Ferndale. Survivors include his wife; sons Gerald of Bellingham and Thomas of Lynden; one daughter Donna Love, Seattle; five grandchildren; and one great-grandson. Visitation is from 1 to 9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday at Gillies Funeral home. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Ten Mile Cemetery.
MARTIN, Alice Louise, age 78 of 2210 Jefferson Street passed away Saturday January 15, 1983. Mrs. Martin had been a resident of Whatcom County her entire life. She leaves to survive her husband Lester of the family home; one son Melvin and wife Clara Martin of Bellingham; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; one brother Stanley Rauch and wife Stella Rauch of Bellingham; one sister Gertrude Ellingsen of Anacortes, WA.; several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Martin was the daughter of Adam and Alice Rauch, having preceded her here in Whatcom County. Mrs. Martin was also preceded in death by her son Donald in 1965. Funeral services will be held Tuesday January 18,1983 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Jeff Grant officiating. Interment at Bayview Cemetery of Bellingham.
MARTIN, Anna C., 91, formerly of 2101 C St., died Monday (Aug 12, 1985)in a local nursing home. A lifelong area resident, she was born Aug. 9, 1894, in Everson. Her husband, William, operated Martin Plumbing in Bellingham for many years. He died in 1954, and Mrs. Martin continued to live in the home on C Street until about a year ago, when she moved to Washington Square. Mrs. Martin was a homemaker, and was active in church work. She was a member of Immanuel Bible Church. Survivors include a son Jack Cameron Martin of Bellingham; four grandchildren, including Cathy Ott of Bellingham and Janice Glazner of Lynden; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mae McGregor of Bellingham and Audrey Windon of Maple Falls; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Bible Church, with the Rev. Hank Nickel and the Rev. Paul Glazner officiating. Private family graveside services will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.
MARTIN, August Francis, Sr., passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2003. He was 52, born August 15, 1951 in Bellingham to Wesley Charles Martin and Elizabeth A. (Garipee) Martin. August was a lifetime commercial fisherman and also worked as a mechanic. He was an avid duck hunter and enjoyed casinos, pool, baseball and gathering seafoods. August was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Faith and Charity; brothers Gregory, Neil, Brian, and Wesley. August is survived by his wife Marge Phair; daughter Bambi Solomon; sons Ralph Long, August Martin, Jr.; stepson William Phair III; granddaughters Savannah Solomon and Dainna Solomon; sisters Cassandra Misanes, Martine Martin, Josephine Martin, Emmeline Martin, and Hope Martin; aunt Sharon Wolfe; uncles, Tony Toby, Roy Henry Martin and numerous adopted sons, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A vigil service will be held Monday, December 29 at 6:00 p.m. at Wex Liem with Vernon Lane, Sr., officiating.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 30 at 10:00 a.m. at Wex Liem with Reverend Tim Sauer officiating. Burial will be at Lummi Cemetery.
MARTIN, Benjamin J. - Services will be Wednesday for Bellingham native Benjamin J. Martin. Mr. Martin, 58, died Saturday (Aug. 6, 1988) in Bellevue, where he lived the past 22 years. He was born in Bellingham on May 16, 1930 and grew up in the city. Martin was manager of "major outside procurement" at the Boeing Company's Everett facility and was past president of Boeing Management Association. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1952 to 1956, during the Korean War. Mr. Martin is survived by his wife, Margaret; a daughter, Megan Watson of Bellevue; a brother, William Martin of Seattle; four sisters, Kay Quimby and Beatrice Slavens, both of Bellingham, Mary Louise Westman of Seattle and Beverly Martin of Lopez Island; and a granddaughter, Natasha Watson of Seattle. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Westford Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. David Westman officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.
MARTIN, Beverly A., age 74 went to be with her Lord, Saturday, January 19,2002. Beverly was born April 14, 1927 in Bellingham, WA to William H. and Ella M. (Little) Martin. She was a graduate of Bellingham High School, Class of 1945. Beverly retired from Georgia Pacific in 1980. She served as recording secretary and Blood Bank chairperson with AWPPW Local #309. She was a resident of Lopez Island for over 12 years and served as an officer of the local water district North Lopez Services. In 1993, she returned to Bellingham and resided at the Willows until she moved to St. Francis Extended Health Care in June of 2000. Beverly was a member of King Mountain Church, formerly Calvary Temple of Bellingham. She is survived by her sisters Kay Quimby of Bellingham, Mary Lou of Edmonds and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Family graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial services will be held 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 24, 2002. Arrangements by: Westford Funeral Home.
MARTIN, Charity, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Martin passed away Thursday, February 16, (1967). She is also
survived by 6 sisters and 3 brothers. Graveside services will be conducted Saturday, February 18 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Father John O'Sullivan officiating. Interment in Lummi Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
MARTIN, Dean Henry - A funeral for Dean Henry "Moose" Martin of Lummi Reservation will start at 10 a.m. today at Wex Li Em community center. Burial will be in Lummi Nation Cemetery. Mr. Martin died Friday, April 27, 2001, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 47. Born Feb. 20, 1954, to Mary-Mary "Hey'u'q- uelh" and Roy "Henry" Martin of Lummi Reservation, he grew up on the reservation and was known as "Moose" by friends and family. His Lummi name was Tse7exw7ish. He lived in Alaska for a time with his wife, Chrissy, and children and helped clean up the Exxon Valdez oil spill. He also worked as a logger. Mr. Martin enjoyed fishing, hunting, clam digging, bowling, casino gambling, carving and baby-sitting his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, a brother, Roy C. Martin a son, Charles Desmond Johnson and grandparents Frank and Isabelle Martin, Clarence Wilson and August and Margaret Casimir. Survivors, all of Lummi
Reservation, include his father his wife sons Sidney, Henry Dean, Dean Benson, Ryan David and James Dean daughters Anita and Laura brothers Mark, Jay and Wendell sisters Marcella, Colleen, Margaret and Carmen one aunt three uncles many nieces and nephews 15 grandchildren and many adopted children and grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
MARTIN, Della B., 6179 Medcalf Road, a woman who cherished her friends and community, died Monday (July 6, 1987) in Bellingham at the age of 86. Mrs. Martin was born in Minnesota and moved to Whatcom County when she was 6 years old. She married Albert Martin Sept 2, 1922 in Ferndale. Mr. Martin died Dec. 12, 1985. Survivors include two sons Gerald Martin of Bellingham and Thomas Martin of Lynden; a daughter Donna Love of Seattle; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Ten Mile Cemetery. Visitation will be today from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Gillies Funeral Home. Memorials may be sent to Christian Rest Home, Lynden, WA.
MARTIN, Diane Leoan, age 52, formerly of Bellingham, passed away Tues., Sept. 23, 1997, at her home in Olympia. She was born July 7, 1945, in Bellingham to Darwin and Avon (Wehmeyer) Dickeson and graduated from Blaine High School and Washington State University. Diane was past president of D.U.P.I. Ferndale Garden Club, majority member and past board member of the International Order of Rainbow for Girls, member of the Cougar Club and W.S.U. Alumni Association, and a W.S.U. season ticket holder. She married Paul Martin on Aug. 27, 1966, in Blaine and had been a resident of Olympia since 1977. Diane was a co-owner of Southgate Drug in Tumwater, an avid and skilled gardener and floral arranger, and she developed a backyard bird sanctuary at her home. She was a wonderful wife of 31 years, a loving mother, and the recipient of the Rainbow Grand Cross of Color. She is survived by her husband Paul A. Martin of the family home in Olympia; daughter, Jennifer Martin & husband David Fanning of Olympia; son, Erik Martin & wife Britney of Albany, OR; mother, Avon Dickeson of Ferndale; sister, Darla Brickman & husband Bob of Portland, OR; one grandchild on the way; and 13 nephews and nieces. A Funeral Service will be held Sat., Sept. 27, 3:00 p.m. in St. Andrews United Methodist Church, Lacey, WA. A local Funeral Service will be held Sun., Sept. 28, 2:00 p.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, Ferndale, with Reverends Donald Walter and Ann Pearson Wahlers officiating. Interment Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Greenacres Funeral Home.
MARTIN, Elizabeth - Vigil services for Elizabeth Martin, Faith Martin and Mary Haugh will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, also at the neighborhood facility. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
MARTIN, Evelyn - A graveside service for Evelyn Waugaman Martin, formerly of Bellingham, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Washington Memorial Park in Sea Tac. Mrs. Martin died Wednesday, Feb. 5, 1997, at Hallmark Manor in Federal Way. She was 85. Born Nov. 23, 1911, to Ralph and Hannah Moorman in Coupeville, she graduated from Mount Baker High School in 1929. She married Bill Waugaman in 1929 in Mount Vernon. Mrs. Martin worked at the Downtowner sandwich shop and at Woolworth's department stores in Bellingham and Seattle. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, making ceramics, traveling and being with her cat. Survivors include sons Dean Waugaman of Bellingham and Darryl Waugaman of Auburn, brothers Lew Moorman of Seattle and Henry Moorman of Marysville, sister Joanne Ross of Redmond, one granddaughter and one great-granddaughter.
MARTIN, Frances H. of Lynden, WA, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2006. She was 76. She is survived by her children: 5 daughters, Laura Harding, Jody Baham, Fleta Dorning, Elizabeth Ann Nogle, Allison K. Dunn; and 2 sons, Brendan Martin and Bill Harding. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
MARTIN, Francis Henry, age 48 of 1139 Grant Street, Bellingham, passed away at home Monday, November 29, 1982. Mr. Martin is survived by 2 sons, Francis Henry Martin Jr. and Dave Anthony Martin, both of Bellingham; 3 daughters, Isabelle Gertrude Martin of Lummi; Nancy Marie Martin and Debbie Helen Martin, both of Bellingham; 1 brother, Roy H. Martin of Lummi. Arrangements are pending at Moles Funeral Home.
MARTIN, Harry C., age 76 years, who resided at 925 24th St., passed away suddenly at the residence Wednesday, Nov. 21, (1956). Mr. Martin had resided in Bellingham for the past 37 years, and leaves no known surviving relatives. Remains rest at the Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home where funeral arrangements are pending.
MARTIN, Jay R., Sr., age 43, of Bellingham, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2002 in Bellingham. Born Dec. 1st, 1958, to Roy H. & Mary V. (Wilson) Martin in Bellingham. He was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. Mr. Martin worked for various refineries in Whatcom & Skagit Counties. He loved fishing, & crabbing, casinos, playing Bingo, baseball, and watching Babe Ruth games. His mother, and two brothers: Roy C. Martin, and Dean Martin, preceded him in death. Survivors include: his mate, Tammy Tom of the family home two daughters: Jaycina Martin, and Mandy Martin both of Lummi four sons: Jay R. Martin, Jr., of Ferndale, Garrick Martin, Jaycob Martin, and Tyler Martin all of the family home two granddaughters: Alyssa and Montoya Martin, both of Lummi four sisters: Marcella Laclair, Colleen James, Margaret Martin, and Carmen Solomon all of Lummi two brothers: Mark Martin, and Wendell Martin both of Lummi his father, Roy Martin of Lummi numerous aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. The Prayer Vigil will be Sunday, 09/22, 7:00 p.m. with Mr. Vernon Lane officiating. The Funeral Service is Monday, 09/23, 10:00 a.m. Both services will be held at the Wex Li Em Community Center, 2300 Lummi View Dr., Bellingham. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MARTIN, Jack C., a lifelong resident of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2004, in Bellingham. He was 82, born May 30, 1922, to Anna (Cameron) and William Martin in Bellingham. Jack served in the U.S. Army during WWII. For 30 years, he owned and operated the Martin Plumbing Co. He married Christina Klein on February 28, 1947, in Bellingham. Jack's life was dedicated to his family, his church and his Lord. He was very active in church leadership and was a member of Immanuel Bible Church. Survivors include his wife Christina of Bellingham; son David and wife Connie Martin of Lakewood, CO; three daughters: Annette Baldwin of Bothell, Cathie Ott of Tumwater, and Janice and husband Paul Glazner of Sutherlin, OR; aunt Mae McGregor of Bellingham; and 11 grandchildren: Kristen and Jeff Baldwin; Andy, Brian and Christy Ott; Ben, Jared and Iain Martin; Megan, Jodi and Ronda Glazner. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, August 14th, and from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 16th, at Jones|Moles Funeral Home.
MARTIN, Jimmie E. age 72 went peacefully with the Lord on Friday, January 9th, (2009) surrounded by his family. Born
July 17, 1936 in St. Charles, Iowa. He moved with his family to Clipper, Wa. in 1942. He graduated from Nooksack Valley High in 1954. Jim married Marlene Kudsk on March 31,1962. They made their home in Custer. Jim was a working partner/owner of Bridgeview Auto Parts in Ferndale until he retired in 1998. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Russell and Clariece and brother Dean. He is survived by his wife, Marlene, daughters Anna (Murray) Folk and their children Matthew and Garrison, daughter Kerri (John) Holland and their children Hailey and Aleah and daughter Susan (Steve) Burgler and their children Hayden and Hannah, sister Phyllis (Earl) Quinn and brother Larry (MaryJo) Martin as well as many nieces and nephews. Jim loved good wine and lively conversation. In his memory sit with a loved one and share a story. Memorial services will be conducted by Pastor Dennis Wildermuth at Grace Lutheran Church, 702 G. Street, Blaine, WA on Friday, January 16th at 11 a.m. Jim's family would especially like to thank Hospice for their loving care and support throughout his illness. Services under direction of Valley Funeral Home and Crematorium.
MARTIN, John Denny, aged 10 years, beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack O. Martin, Mt. Baker highway, passed away Thursday, July 5, (1945) at Silver Lake, near Maple Falls, Wash. Denny was a pupil in the fourth grade at Harmony school. He leaves to survive, beside his parents, two brothers, Dick and Gerry at home; four grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ora Martin, Bow, Wash.; and Mr. and Mrs. George Calk, Mt. Vernon, Wash. also numerous other relatives. The remains are resting at the Bingham-Dahlquist funeral home. Funeral announcements later.
MARTIN, Jule Emil - Funeral service for Jule Emil Martin, age 88, of 409 York St., will be Tues. May 26, 1 p.m. Jones Funeral Home. Interment Lummi Island Cemetery. Mr. Martin passed away Thurs. May 21, 1987. A Whatcom County resident all of his life, he was a member of Sons of Norway; Alaska Fishermans Union; son of Emil & Sophia Martin, pioneer Lummi Island family, during the 1920's was Captain of the Ferry between the mainland & Lummi Island. He is survived by his son, Robert E. Martin of Silverdale; daughter, Grace E. Jensen of Seattle; 2 step-sons, Robert & Ron Ericksen, both of Ferndale; 2 nephews, Vincent & Kenneth Martin; niece Emily Smith. He was preceded in death by his brother William Martin & 2 wives, Edna Martin & Carrie Ericksen Martin.
MARTIN, Lena Louise (Cook) passed away peacefully on May 6, 2009. She was born to Johanna (Van Weerthuizen) and Leonard C. Cook on February 16, 1914, in Lynden, WA. After attending Lynden Schools, she went to secretary school and worked at a business in Seattle. In 1941, Lena moved to Washington, D.C. to work for the government. She moved back to Washington State in 1945 and worked with the Veteran's Administration. Lena met Verne Martin in 1946 when he worked as a carpenter and was hired to do remodeling in the office in which she worked. In the following year, Lena and Verne married and moved to Santa Ana, CA.
While there, Lena and Verne had three children: Anita Louise (Choisser), Joel Steven, and Gregory. In 1953 the family moved back to Lynden and then to Bellingham, WA, in 1954. Lena worked in real estate and taught piano for several years. She was a long time attendee of Broadway Presbyterian Church and then Grace Community Church, where she played the piano and organ for years. Lena loved God and family above all else. She also greatly enjoyed gardening, sweets, and cooking. Lena took pleasure in saying grace before meals and spent much of her time caring for her flowers in her yard and at the church, and practicing her songs for the Sunday church service. She was especially proud of being awarded an appreciation plaque upon her retirement
from her service to her church in 2005. In her later years, she enjoyed reading, playing board games, and visits/calls from family and friends. Lena was a unique and delightful person who will be remembered by many with "Lena stories." Lena was preceded in death by her son, Gregory; brothers, John, Marinus, William; sister, Gert, and her parents. She will be greatly missed by husband Verne Martin; daughter Anita and husband Bob Choisser of Vacaville, CA; son Joel and wife LeaAnn Martin of Bellingham; grandson Brady Martin of Vacaville, CA; granddaughters Jill and husband Lou Smith of Port Orchard, WA; Jana Martin of Reston, VA; and Janell Martin of Myrtle Beach, SC; great granddaughter Emma Briley Smith of Port Orchard, WA; and sister Johanna Pasma of Ripon, CA. Family and friends are invited to a memorial for Lena to be held at Grace Community Church 4454 Pacific Hwy., Bellingham on Saturday, May 9, from 2:00-4:00. Jerns Funeral Chapel Bellingham, WA.
MARTIN, Louise - A funeral for Louise Martin formerly of Bellingham, will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Cameron officiating. Burial will follow at Bayview Cemetery. Mrs. Martin died Tuesday, Dec. 15, 1998, in Silverdale. She was 78. Born March 28, 1920, to Ole and Anna Marie Hillessand Heggem in Velva, N.D., her family moved to Whatcom County in 1934. In 1995, Mrs. Martin moved to Bremerton to live near her daughter. She enjoyed knitting, sewing and crocheting and had a special interest in genealogy. A grandson, Keith Martin, preceded her in death. Survivors include husband Jack T. Martin, who she married in 1937; son John Martin of Bellingham; daughter Beverly Roe of Bremerton; sister Olga Newman of Velva; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many other relatives.
MARTIN, Mabel Valinda of Mount Vernon died at home Monday, Nov. 6, 1995. She was 80. No service will be held. Born July 30, 1915, to Frederick and Caroline Kirkeby Berg in Retlaw, Alberta, Canada, she moved to Bellingham as a child and attended Bellingham schools. She married Rex M. Martin on July 30, 1940 in Honolulu. They moved to Mount Vernon in 1975. A homemaker, Mrs. Martin enjoyed drawing, painting and sewing. She also loved animals. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1983. Survivors include numerous nieces and nephews in Canada and Seattle. Arrangements by Hulbush Funeral Home of Mount Vernon.
MARTIN, Marie M. - Services for Mrs. Marie M. Martin, 89, 1509 E. Victor St., were held Friday afternoon at Woodlawn Cemetery followed by cremation. A county resident for the past 34 years, Mrs. Martin died Wednesday (Dec. 11, 1974). She is survived by two sons, Jack Leech of Bellingham and Dale Leech of Lummi Island; 14 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. Jones Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
MARTIN, Mary Velma "Hey-u-queth" of Lummi Nation, a lifetime resident of Whatcom County, died on Wednesday, July 29, 1998. She was 68. On December 12, 1946 she married Roy Martin in Bellingham. For over twenty years she was a teacher and taught at Mountain View School in Ferndale, the Lummi Head Start Program, and Summer Work Study Group, and other Whatcom County schools. She coached Little League and was a member of St. Joachim Catholic Church. Some favorite pastimes included watching baseball on TV, playing Bingo, attending church gatherings, traveling, gather and make cedar baskets. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Martin is survived by her husband Roy Martin's daughters Marcella LaClair, Colleen James, Margaret Martin and Carmen Martin all of Lummi Nation; sons Dean Martin of Kake, AK, Mark Martin, Jay Martin, Wendel Martin; sisters Violet Adams, Florence Casimir; brothers Jim Wilson, Michael Wilson, and Gordon Wilson all of Lummi Nation; thirty-seven grandchildren; thirty-two great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A son Roy Martin preceded her in death in 1975. A Vigil Service will be Friday, July 31, 1998, 7 p.m. at Wexliem (Lummi Community Center). The Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, August 1, 1998, 10 a.m. also at Wexliem with The Reverend Pat Davis officiating. Graveside Service will follow at Lummi Nation Cemetery. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
MARTIN, Neil E. - A funeral service for Neil E. Martin of Ferndale will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Wex li em, with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. A graveside service will follow at Lummi Nation Cemetery. Mr. Martin died Thursday, Oct 22, 1998. He was 42. He was born Oct. 26, 1955, in Bellingham to Wesley and Elizabeth (Garipee) Martin. He worked his whole life as a commercial fisher. Mr. Martin enjoyed playing baseball and was committed to Lummi Nation as an active voting member. In his early years, he served as an altar boy. He was a member of St. Joachim Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Gregory Martin in 1978 and infants Wesley Martin and Brian Martin; and sisters Faith Martin in 1982 and infant Charity Martin. Survivors include his brother, August F. Martin of Bellingham; sisters Cassandra Misanes, Martine Martin, Josephine Martin, Emmeline Martin and Hope Martin, all of Ferndale; and one niece. A vigil will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Wex li em. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Ferndale.
MARTIN, Nida Helen - Former Bellingham resident Nida Helen Martin, 64, died April 16th, 1997 at Providence Alaska Medical Center, Anchorage Alaska. The funeral was held Monday April 21st at Witzleben's funeral home, with burial following at Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery. An Alaska native, Mrs. Martin was born Dec. 5, 1932, in King Cove, Alaska. Mrs. Martin is survived by her husband Gerald Martin of Anchorage; sons & daughters in-law Dennis & Penny Mack of Ferndale, WA and Carl & Debra Mack of Unalaska. Grandchildren Ryan, Melissa, Janey & Karla Mack all of WA, Carl & Judy Mack both of Anchorage, AK and Dolores Mack of Unalaska; great granddaughters Tracii (sic) Kohler & Justine Mack of Anchorage, AK; brother(s) Nels & Oscar Wilson both of King Cove, AK. Many nieces & nephews.
MARTIN, Rex M., 77, 2400 Donovan Ave, died Saturday (Oct. 15, 1983). He was born Nov. 17, 1905 and had been a Bellingham resident for the past 10 years. He is survived by his wife, Valinda M. Martin, and numerous nieces and nephews. At his request, no services will be held. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Jones Funeral Home.
MARTIN, Roy C. Jr. - A 27-year old Marietta man, Roy C. Martin Jr. died Thursday (Oct. 23, 1975) in a Seattle hospital from injuries he received when struck by a train in Bellingham on Sept 16. He was hit while walking along the tracks near Roeder Avenue and Seaview Drive, police reported. A lifetime resident of Whatcom County, Mr. Martin was a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church, where Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 a.m. Monday. He was a Navy veteran and served as a frogman with the carrier Yorktown during the Apollo splashdown. Survivors include his widow, Jackie; a son Randy and two daughters Raydean and Selina; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Martin Sr., of Lummi; four brothers, Dean, Mark, Jay and Wendell, all of Lummi; four sisters, Colleen James and Marcella, Margaret and Carmen Martin, all of Lummi; his grandmother, Elizabeth Martin, of Lummi, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Vigil prayer services will be conducted in Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale, at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Military honors and burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
MARTIN, Roy H., age 79, of Lummi Nation, passed away on Monday February 14, 2005. He was born on August 22, 1925 in Bellingham, WA to Francis and Isabelle Martin. He married Mary Wilson on December 12, 1946 in Bellingham. They were married for 53 years, until her death in 1998. Roy served in the U.S. Navy, as a WWII Veteran, in the South Pacific on the U.S.S. Citkoh Bay (CVE86). He was a member of the Lummi American Legion Post. Roy worked at Intalco for 10 years, as a logger for 17 years and he was a fisherman all of his life. He loved to fish, smoke salmon, and to carve. Roy was a huge Seattle Mariners fan and loved to watch baseball, but his favorite times were those spent with his wife and family. He loved being a grandpa and great-grandpa to his grandkids. His wife, Mary; and his sons, Roy, Dean and Jay Martin, preceded Roy in death. He is survived by daughters, Marcella LaClair, Colleen James, Margaret Martin and Carmen Martin, all of Lummi Nation; sons, Mark Martin, Wendell Martin; grandsons, Marcell and Shane Martin, who were raised as his sons; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. A Prayer Service is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., Thursday, February 17, 2005 at Wexliem Community Center. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 18, 2005 at Wexliem, with burial to follow at Lummi Cemetery.
MARTIN, Thomas, age 82 years, passed away at his home, 1207 1/2 State Street, Monday night, July 9, (1945). Mr. Martin had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 35 years. He is survived by a brother-in-law, Johan Olsen, of Tarzana, California. The remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where funeral announcements will be made later.
MARTIN, Thomas John of Lynden died Monday, Nov. 14, 1994 at Christian Rest Home in Lynden. He was 63. No services will be held. Burial will be in Ten Mile Cemetery. Born April 9, 1931 to Albert and Della Bossenbrock Martin in Bellingham, he grew up in the Ten Mile area. Survivors include sister Donna Love of Des Moines, brother Jerry Martin of Alaska and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
MARTIN, Verne Ralph (Age 88) passed away peacefully on November 19, 2009 in Bellingham, Washington. He was born to Charles Avery and Retta Staley Martin on October 20, 1921 in Ottawa, Kansas. After attending school in Kansas, Verne's family moved to Ontario, OR, Leavenworth, WA, and Everett, WA. While in Everett, Verne began work in construction and carpentry and was proud of being part of the crew that built the Skagit Bell Sternwheeler. Verne joined the Navy and served in the Seabees from 1943 to 1946 during World War II. He served in several camps in the U.S. and in the South Pacific, eventually working with his serviceman cousin, Roger, in Hawaii. In the service and as a civilian afterwards, Verne worked as a carpenter. He moved to
Bellingham in 1946 and continued working in the carpentry industry and recently receiving his 60 year pin. Verne met Lena Cook when he was hired to do remodeling in the office in which Lena worked. In 1947, Verne and Lena married and moved to Santa Ana, California. While there, Lena and Verne had three children: Anita Louise, Joel Steven, and Gregory Irl. In 1953 the family moved back to Lynden and then to Bellingham, Washington, in 1954. Verne continued to work as a carpenter for Overhead Door Company until retirement in 1985. Verne loved spending time with family, taking fishing trips with his friends, working on old cars, watching television, playing card games, and caring for his beloved cat, Mikey. Verne was preceded in death by his wife, Lena (who passed away in May of 2009), son Gregory, brothers Charles, Jack, Lawrence, and Irl, sisters Stella and Opal, and his parents. He will be greatly missed by daughter Anita and husband Bob Choisser of Vacaville, CA, son Joel and wife LeaAnn Martin of Bellingham, grandson Brady Martin of San Rafael, CA, granddaughters Jill and husband Lou Smith of Port Orchard, WA, Jana Martin of Reston, VA, and Janell Martin of Myrtle Beach, SC, great granddaughter Emma Briley Smith of Port Orchard, WA, brothers Delph of Baker City, OR and Doral of Sedro Woolley, WA, and one nephew and many nieces. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, November 27, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Jerns Funeral Chapel 800 E. Sunset Dr. Bellingham, WA. Family and friends are invited to a memorial for Verne to be held at Jerns Funeral Home on Saturday, November 28, at 3:00 p.m. A private family burial will be held. Jerns Funeral Chapel Bellingham, WA.
MARTINES, Leonor Graza of Saxon died Tuesday, Aug. 31, 1993, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 76. Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. today and 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday at Westford Funeral Home in Bellingham. A Christian prayer service will be said at 7 p.m. Thursday at Westford Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Saxon Cemetery with Sister Mary Thorne officiating. Born April 11, 1917 in Martindale, Texas, she married Pablo Martines in 1935. They moved in 1948 to Washington, where they were long-time residents of Saxon. Mrs. Martines was preceded in death by her husband and by a grandson, Tommy Martines, in 1991. Survivors include sons Joaquin Martines of Midland, Texas, Martin Martines of Saxon and Hipolito Martines of Bellingham; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
MARTINES, Pablo Marchan, 81, of 6044 Saxon Road, died Saturday (Aug. 9, 1980) at his home. A Whatcom County resident for 30 years, he was self-employed in agriculture. He was a veteran of the Mexican military. He is survived by his wife, Lenor, three sons, Martin Martines and Hipolito Martines, both of Acme; and Joaquin Martines of Texas; and five grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Saxon Cemetery. Arrangements are by Veroske, Jerns and LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
MARTINEZ, Edward Miguel of Bellingham, WA passed away on Monday, July 4, 2005 in Bellingham. He was 46, born in San Diego, CA on January 29, 1959, to Betty Lou (Lawson) and Manuel Joseph Martinez. Edward was a very intelligent man who loved history and had an extensive collection of military items. He was preceded in death by his mother, and he is survived by his wife of 30 years, Debora Martinez; son Alex Martinez, daughters Monica and Maria, loving granddaughter Aria Nguyen; brother Danny Martinez; and many other relatives. Edward was a very loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, and he will be greatly missed. A Graveside Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 8th, at Bayview Cemetery. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MARTINEZ, Richard, formerly of Ferndale, died Wednesday, June 18, 1997, at Surrey Memorial Hospital in British Columbia. He was 100. Mr. Martinez was born Feb. 7, 1897, in Guadalajara, Spain. An employee of Mobile Oil Co. since 1929, Mr. Martinez was transferred from New York to Ferndale, where he lived for many years. In 1989, he moved to Canada and spent his final years in the company of family and friends. A private memorial service was held Monday, June 23, 1997, at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale.
MARTINSON, Albert - A retired Deming farmer, Albert G. Martinson, 82, died Sunday (22 Oct 1963) in a Tacoma hospital after a long illness. He had lived in the Deming area for 31 years. Surviving are four sons, Anton of Kendall, Lawrence of Sedro Woolley, Elmer and Cleon, both of Bellingham; six daughters, Mrs. Helen Jacobus and Mrs. Laura Steiner of Vancouver; Mrs. Hazel Hitchcok of Everett, Mrs. Lecy (should be Lucy) Hamilton of Kendall, and Miss Alma Martinson and Mrs. Mary Hickok both of Bellingham, a sister, Mrs. Emma Christensen of Bellingham and 39 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Westford Funeral Home with Burial in Bay View Cemetery.
MARTINSON, Cleon "Pat" Howard Vernon Martinson passed away May 11, 2000, at Stevens Hospital in Edmonds, WA. He was 75. Cleon was born in Wilbur, WA December 8, 1924, to Albert and Ada (Caufield) Martinson. He moved with his family to Haynie, WA in 1930 and then to Deming, WA in 1932. He attended Deming Grade School and graduated from Mr. Baker High School in 1943. He was an avid baseball fan and also played in softball leagues. Cleon started working in the woods at age 17. In 1951 he and his brother Elmer started their own logging company. The Martinson Brothers, where they contracted the same company for 20 years. They then went to Alaska and mined for gold for two years. Cleon then joined the Pile Driver's Union and retired in 1986. Cleon loved his family, his big vegetable garden so he could share, he was thoughtful of everyone and he loved a good joke. Cleon's wife, Mary passed away in March, 2000, he was also preceded in death by three brothers, Lawrence, Tony and Elmer Martinson and to sisters, Helen Clements and Elma Martinson. He is survived by two sons, Vernon Martinson and Loren Martinson both of Bellingham; three daughters, Mary Porter of Belfair, WA, Molli Newton of Moses Lake and Carol Martinson McFarland of Bellingham; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four sisters, Hazel Cloninger of Everett, Lucy Hamilton of Deming, Laura Steiner and Mary Olivers of Bellingham. A Funeral Service will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 18, 2000, at the Deming Log Show Grounds followed burial in the Saxon Cemetery. The arrangements and services are under the direction of: The Jerns Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.
MARTINSON, David A. "Tony" Martinson, 77, 5644 Guide Meridian, Bellingham, died Dec. 12, 1990 in Bellingham. He was born Jan. 18, 1913 in Fleet, Alberta, Canada. He was a Whatcom County resident for 55 years, and a member of Gold Prospector's Ass'n of America. He was preceded in death by his wife Helen E. in February 1986. He owned and operated Martinson's Drive-in at Deming for 10 years, that is now Carol's Coffee Cup. He loved gardening. Survivors: Sons, Bob A. of Alaska, Bill A. and wife Connie of Bellingham, Him A. and Wife Debbie of Deming, Bud A and wife Betty of Everson, Ron A. of Bellingham, 12 grandchildren and four great grandchildren; brothers, Lawrence of Sedro Woolley, Elmer of Nome, Alaska, Cleon of Mountlake Terrace, WA; Sisters, Helen Clements of Vancouver, WA Hazel Cloninger of Everett, Lucy Hamilton of Kendall, Laura Steiner, Mary Olivers, Elma Martinson of Bellingham. Funeral Service will be held Monday, Dec. 17, 1:00 p.m. at Moles funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Rex Watt officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
MARTINSON, Donna Doreen, age 63, of Nome, Alaska, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 1995, at Providence Hospital, Anchorage, AK. Mrs. Martinson was born March 23, 1932, in Bellingham, WA and was the daughter of Harold and Zelpha (Hickok) Craig. She was raised in Bellingham and graduated from Bellingham High School in 1950. Donna moved to Nome, Alaska in 1975 where she married Elmer E. Martinson of the family home in Nome, AK; three sons, Doug Martinson, wife Judy, of Nome, AK, Mike Martinson, wife Gerrylynn, of Eagle River, Anchorage, AK and Danny, wife Patti of Bellingham, WA; five daughters, Cathy, husband Ward Nelson, of Bellingham, Cheryl, husband Jerry Kern, of Colville, WA, Tracie, husband Moe Moriarty of Nome, AK, Dawn Nation of Roanoke, VA and Dindy Benois of Belfair, Bellingham, WA; two brothers, Bob Craig, wife Pat and Jim Craig, all of (missing text); 19 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 27, 1995, with Rev. Richard Christensen officiating. Family and friends will be gathering at the Deming Logging Show Grounds following the services. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MARTINSON, Elma Lorraine, formerly of Deming died Monday, March 22, 1993, in a Bellingham Nursing Home. She was 59. Services will be held Thursday, March 25, 1993, at 2:00 p.m. at the Westford Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Larry Guderian officiating. She was born March 11, 1934, in Bellingham to Albert and Ada Caufield Martinson. She was a resident at Byside Care Center, formerly Needhams Rest Home since 1978 where she was loved by everyone. Elma dearly loved music all her life. Survivors include four sisters, Hazel Cloninger of Everett, Lucy Hamilton of Kendall, and Laura Steiner and Mary Olivers of Bellingham; Three brothers, Lawrence Martinson of Sedro Woolley, Elmer Martinson of Nome, Alaska and Cleon Martinson of Mountlake Terrace; numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MARTINSON, Elmer Emery, age 76 of Nome, Alaska died Wednesday, June 24, 1998, in Anchorage. He was born June 9, 1922, in Alberta, Canada, to Albert and Ada Martinson. He was a graduate of Mt. Baker High School in 1940 and was partners with his brother Cleon in Martinson Bros. Logging in Bellingham. Elmer moved to Alaska to gold mine and worked for Arctic Lighterage Barge Co. for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna in 1995; brothers Tony Martinson in 1990, Lawrence Martinson in 1993; sisters, Helen Clements in 1992 and Elma Martinson in 1993. He is survived by daughter Cathryn Nelson and Husband Ward of Bellingham; sons Douglas Martinson and wife Judy of Nome, Daniel Martinson and wife Patti of Bellingham, and Michael Martinson and wife Gerilynn of Eagle River, AK; brother Cleon Martinson of Mountlake Terrace, WA; sisters Hazel Cloninger of Everett, WA Lucy Hamilton of Kendall, WA; Laura Steiner of Bellingham, and Mary Olivers also of Bellingham; stepdaughters, Cheryl Kerns of Colville, WA, Tracy Moriarty of Nome, AK, Dawn Nation of Virginia, and Dirinda Benois of Belfair, WA; 13 grandchildren and 6 step-grandchildren. Elmer will be remembered for his tremendous sense of humor. He was a hard working, life-loving, happy and musical man. Visitation will be at Westford Funeral Home Sunday 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. funeral services will be held at the Deming Log Museum, 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 29, 1998. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MARTINSON, Esther - Visitation for Esther "Babe" (Ferngren) Martinson of Spokane, formerly of Whatcom County, will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Bayview Cemetery, followed by an 11:30 a.m. memorial service at Grace Baptist Church in Bellingham. A memorial service was held April 4 at Brighton Court Assisted Living in Spokane. Mrs. Martinson died Tuesday, April 3, 2001, in Spokane. She was 93. Born Sept. 11, 1907, to Andrew Alfred and Anna Nickolina (Knutzen) Ferngren in Custer, she attended Custer schools through grade 8 and then helped on the family farm and cared for her blind grandmother, Anna Josephina (Fjaervik) Knutzen. Mrs. Martinson attended Sunrise Baptist Sunday School and Church. In 1929, she moved with her family to Bellingham, where she married Lloyd G. Martinson. In 1993, she moved to Brighton Court Assisted Living in Spokane. Her husband of 58 years and brothers Albert "Bert" and Wilheim Gustav "Bill" Ferngren died previously. Survivors include daughters Charlotte Gay of Mill Creek, Carolyn Bren of Grandview, Jan Wesche of Liberty Lake and Lloydine Nordtvedt of Ketchikan, Alaska; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
MARTINSON, Helen Elizabeth, wife of Tony (David Anton) Martinson, of 5644 Guide Meridian Rd., Bellingham, Died Thursday, Feb. 20, after severe health problems. A service was held on Monday, Feb. 24, at Ferndale, with Rev. Neil Higbee officiating. Burial at Woodlawn Cemetery was followed by the gathering of friends and relatives at Deming Presbyterian Church. She was born to Adam and May Jackson on Oct. 10, 1918, at Delbourne, Alberta, Canada. When she was three years old, the Jacksons moved to Washington. She graduated from Meridian High School in 1937. (missing text) The couple honeymooned at Chelan, Wash., picking apples to pay their way. They then spent a severe winter in a cabin near Gifford, Wash., where Tony cut and delivered wood to make money in the Depression. They later moved to Cedonia, Wash., to help run an uncle's ranch, and also spent time in logging at Colville. The Martinsons eventually settled in Sedro Woolley. Helen helped start the well child clinic at Deming Grade School. She found clothing for underprivileged children and helped nurses give health checkups. She also enjoyed serving her friends and strangers for 11 years at Martinson's Drive-in. She was active in the Hopewell Homemakers Club. She is survived by her husband, Tony; five sons, Robert, William and wife Connie, James and wife Debbie, Marvin (Bud) and wife Betty and Ronald and wife Gloria; one brother Norman Jackson of Bellingham; three sisters, Mary Gaumer of Lompoc, Calif., Edith Haskell of Winnemucca, Nev., and Ann Tooker of Bellingham; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The sons all live in Whatcom and Skagit Counties, except Robert in Alaska.
MARTINSON, John J., age 61 of Bellingham, passed away Monday, December 26, 2005. He was born January 23, 1944, in Detroit, MI, to Ernest and Violet (McInnes) Martinson. John was a very generous man and his greatest pleasure in life was his kids and his grandkids. He also enjoyed boating, crabbing and camping. He held a number of jobs in logging, electronics repair, crude oil inspection and claims analysis. John is preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Robert Martinson. John is survived by children, David (wife Rebecca) of Mt. Vernon, WA, Todd Martinson and Heather (husband Donny) Sirmans, both of Bellingham, Kassey, Korry, Mariah and Marshall Martinson all of Sedro Woolley, WA; six grandchildren; and brother Danny (wife Madge) of Durand, MI. Graveside services will be held at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale on Wed., Jan. 4, 2006, at 1 p.m. Military Honors will be presented by American Legion Post #7.
MARTINSON, Lawrence O. 'Smokey' Martinson, 82, of 1959 Delvan Hill Road, Sedro Woolley, died Thursday, April 22, 1993. He was born Sept. 11, 1910 in Fleet, Alberta, to Albert and Ada Caulfield Martinson. He moved to Wilbur, Washing in 1924 and to Deming in 1932. Ten years later he moved to Sedro Woolley, where he had lived since.
MARTINSON, Myra L., age 67 of 815 32nd St., Bellingham, passed away April 10, 1990. She was born Sept. 13, 1922, in Kiana, Alaska, and she lived in Bellingham for the last 27 years. She was a long time Ferndale Post Office employee and after retirement, Mrs. Martinson enjoyed traveling, gardening, needlework and friends. She is survived by two sons, John McDonald of Bellingham and Tom McDonald of Alaska; a daughter, Carole J. Martinson of Bellingham; two sisters Clara Rotnan Salinas of Kotzebue, AK and May Berhadt of Alaska; and many relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held 11:30 a.m. Thursday, April 12, at Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel & Crematorium followed by burial at Greenacres Cemetery. Under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel & Crematorium.
MARTINSON, Vernon Lee, age 56, passed away June 16, 2002, from a massive heart attack. He was born August 29, 1945, to Cleon and Maxine (Hanson) Martinson. He graduated from Mt. Baker High School and worked for Milky Way and LTI. Vernon also served in the National Guard and enjoyed golfing and showing hot rods. Vernon was preceded by his father Cleon Martinson in 2000 and is survived by his mother and stepfather, Maxine M. and Brad N. Bishop; daughter Jody Watkins; sons Gary and Rod Soderquist; stepsons, Brian and Terry Carlson; brother, Loren Martinson; sisters Mary Lynn Porter and Molli Ann Newton; half sister, Carole McFarland; stepbrothers, Brad W., Brett, and Brian Bishop; eight grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Burial will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20th at Saxon Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 2:30 p.m. with food and friendship to follow at the Deming Log Show Grounds. Visitation hours will be from 9 a.m. to Noon on Thursday, June 20, at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Services are under the care of: Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.
MARTYNOV, Vladislav, age 50, of Ferndale, passed away March 15, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, March 21, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. at Good Shepherd Community Church, 1254 W. Smith Rd., Bellingham, WA, with Rev. Paul Eisentrager officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the church. Burial following the service will be at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale. Arrangements under the care of Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium.
MARVETZ, Harold Lester, born May 13, 1921 in Iowa, passed away April 5, 2009 in Bellingham, WA. He was preceded in death by his parents Lester and Anna (Bennett) Marvetz; and his wife Ester (Karb) Marvetz. Harold is survived by his son, Phillip Marvetz, Grandson Phillip Marvetz, Jr.; sisters Beulah Jaschke from Minnesota, Nellie Clemons from Bellingham, and Audrey Arnott from Nevada; granddaughter Chrystal Marvetz and 2 great grandsons. A graveside service will be held Thursday, April 9, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Saxon cemetery. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel – Bellingham.
MARVIN, Anne Mary, age 81 of Bellingham, died June 14, 1998 at Bellingham Health Care. She was born April 27, 1917 in Wadena, Saskatchewan, Canada to Ignatius and Mary (Yamnuik) Kwitkowski. Mrs. Marvin graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and completed her Registered Nurse schooling at St. Anthony Hospital "The Pas" in Manitoba, Saskatchewan. Anne married Daniel Marvin April 10, 1950 in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. They lived in Mount Vernon, WA, for 23 years and moved to Whatcom Co. in 1977. She was a member of the Assumption Church, St. Dominic's Circle, Catholic Daughters of American and Bellingham Senior Center. Preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Marvin; brother, Tom Kwitkowski; and sister, Kay Kuzyck. Survivors include her sons, David Marvin of Oceanside, CA, Douglas Marvin of Tokyo, Japan, John Marvin of Bellingham, WA; daughter, Susan Marvin of Glen Cove, NY; brothers, Nick Kwitkowski of Oliver, B.C., Ed Kwitkowski of Cranbrook, B.C.; a sister, Pearl Dobko of Vancouver, B.C.; one granddaughter, Deirdre Cody; one great-granddaughter, Jaselyn Cody; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. A prayer vigil will be held at Westford Funeral Home 7:00 p.m. Thursday and the Funeral Mass will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 19, 1998 at Church of the Assumption. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MASE, Betty Jo (age 82) entered into rest on July 3, 2009 in Bellingham, WA due to an extended illness. Betty Jo was born on May 25, 1927 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma to Foster Bell and Anne Mae (Elkins) Sharp. She graduated from high school in Bellingham in 1948. On June 1, 1950 in Bellingham, WA, Betty Jo married William Grover Mase. Through life, Betty Jo enjoyed many activities, some of which are sewing, quilting, knitting and loved to garden her flowers. She will be most remembered for being caring, loving and willing to help others at anytime. Betty Jo is survived by her sons, Lowell Mase of Ferndale, Alan Mase of Bellingham, James Mase of Ferndale; daughters, Annette Untalasco of Juneau, Alaska, Margaret Blair of Blaine, WA; sister, Mary Weston of Bellingham; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Grover Mase in 1968 and her brother Fenton Sharp. Memorial services will be held on July 22, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church 495 E. Bakerview in Bellingham. Jerns Funeral Chapel Bellingham, WA.
MASON, Edwin L. - A memorial service for Edwin L. Mason of Bellingham will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Bellingham Elks Club No. 194. Mr. Mason died Thursday, Feb. 24, 2000, in Bellingham. He was 77. Born June 2, 1922, to Edith B. (Scott) and Walter C. Mason in Troy, Mont., he graduated from Troy High School in 1940. Mr. Mason served in the U.S. Army during World War II. On Oct 21, 1948, he married Shirley J. Switzer in Libby, Mont. Mr. Mason worked in lumber sales for the St. Regis Paper Co. for 24 years and then worked as a general manager of Great Western Lumber of Everson until he retired. Mr. Mason was a former master and member of Troy Masonic Lodge No. 126. He also was a member of the Royal Arch Masonic Lodge, Chapter 33, of Libby, Mont; Lions Club of Libby; and Bellingham Paternal Order of Elks No. 194. He loved fishing, gardening, traveling and dancing. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, of the family home; daughters Marina Engels and Martha Mason, both of Bellingham; brothers Walter Mason of Libby and Byron Mason of Yerington, Nev.; two grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MASON, Lucile Roush, who grew up in Skagit County and became a noted botanist died Sunday (June 22, 1986) at a local hospital. She was 89. Born in Palo Alto, Calif. in 1896 and raised in Skagit County, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Roush of Mount Vernon. She graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1914 and attended Stanford University and the University of California-Berkeley. In 1931, she obtained a doctorate degree in botany, specializing in crustaceous coralline algae. She taught at Wellesley College, Berkeley, Friday Harbor, the University of California Medical School in San Francisco, and Mills College in Oakland, Calif. In the 1920s, she co-authored a widely used laboratory manual in botany. She retired in Bellingham in 1978 with her husband, Herbert, who survives her. Also surviving is her son David T. Mason. No services or memorial services will be held at her request. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Jones Funeral Home.
MASON, Seena S., age 90, lifetime resident of Whatcom Co., died May 29, 1997 at Bellingham Health Care. She was born Feb. 10, 1907 in Blaine, WA to Valdimar and Mary (Benjamin) Eiford. She later married Lawrence Mason and shared a life with him on their farm in Custer. Seena was an avid gardener. She enjoyed making ceramics and was an active member of the Haynie Grange, Cardinal Rebecca Lodge, and Jet Oldsters. In retirement, Seena was active in the Ferndale Senior Center and enjoyed traveling the Northwest. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Mason in 1985; a sister, Sigrid Chapman; brothers, Guy, John and Ben Eiford. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 3, 1997 at Enterprise Cemetery followed by a memorial service at First Christian Church, 11:30 a.m. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MASSIE, Belzora - The death of Mrs. R. H. (Belzora) Massie, 81, of Deming, occurred Friday morning (Dec. 21, 1951) in a local hospital. She was the mother of Miss Dorothy Massie, science teacher at Mount Baker high school, and was a long time resident of the Deming community, to which she came from Kansas. Besides her daughter, she is survived by two sisters, Mrs. J. E. Wegley, of Wichita, Kan., and Mrs. Eunice Nelson, of Stillwater, Okla, and a nephew, Austing Wegley, of Seattle. Services will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home, Rev. John E. Parrott officiating. The remains will be forwarded to Brewster, Wash., for burial.
MASTERMAN, Richard "Dick" age 86, of Birch Bay, passed away on May 16, 2006. Born in Walla Walla, WA, and raised in both Spokane and Portland, Dick was the ultimate member of the Greatest Generation. Living and working through the Depression, he joined the Navy at age 20, working his way from Enlisted man to gunner to bomber pilot on carrier ships. During flight training in Texas, he met and married the love of his life, Buffy. Together, they raised three children and taught them the value of hard work, a good education, a sense of adventure and fun, and the love of family. Dick loved the outdoors and spent much of his life camping with his wife and kids, fishing with his buddies, or hunting with his son. As a mechanical engineer at Boeing for 34 years, he was part of the Lunar Orbiter team which put the first unmanned ship into outerspace. Dick loved to work with his hands, creating artistic pieces of stained glass, metal-work, and furniture. For most of his life, his cars never saw the inside of a mechanics shop, always kept in meticulous shape by Dick. In the latter years of his life, he and Buffy traveled through the United States and Europe, spending many memorable winters down in Arizona. An integral part of both his children's and grandchildren's life, Dick attended birthday parties, graduations, concerts, and countless sporting events. In his eyes, his grandchildren "hung the moon." Dick will be remembered as a renaissance man who knew something about everything, a friend who loved to help others, a constant source of knowledge to those around him, an incredibly involved and loving father and grandfather, and a supremely beloved husband. He is survived by Buffy, his wife of 59 years, his daughters Carol Floyd and Laurie Mullarky, son-in-law Craig Mullarky, and grandchildren Daniel and Marc Floyd and Alex and Megan Mullarky.
MASTERS, Mary L., age 60 of 2148 Hudson Rd., Acme, WA, passed away April 28, 1993 at her home. She was born July 20, 1932 in Bellingham, WA to Elmer and Ruth Stark and has been an area lifetime resident. She is survived by her husband, Earl V. Masters of the family home; three sons, Roger L. Masters and Jim E. Masters and his wife, Leah, all of Bellingham and Don R. Masters and his wife Marilyn of Lynden; a daughter Susan E. Masters of Acme; her mother Ruth Wood of Centralia, WA; seven grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, May 3, 1993 at the Saxon Cemetery followed by a memorial service at the Acme Assembly of God Church at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor John Stewart officiating. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sun and Mon 9-12:30 p.m. The arrangements and services have been entrusted to the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and
Crematorium.
MASTIN, Ivan Ward passed away peacefully on Sunday Jan. 12th (1997) at the age of 89. He was born Dec. 1, 1907, to Bruce and Lulu Mastin in Linden, Indiana. After graduating from high school he came to the Northwest with fifty-three cents in a car he built. He held many jobs from trapper to miner to panner of gold. His own first business was the Union Gas Station in Old Fairhaven. He was well known for bringing the first drive-in restaurant to Bellingham. This being Mastin's Drive-In on Samish Way. He then opened Lakehaven Hunting and Fishing Resort in Canada. He managed the restaurant in the Capital Bldg. in Olympia for the House of Representatives! He was also manager of the Elks Club. He retired and lived in an apartment complex he built and lived in his condo until his death. A big highlight of his life was joining the JC's in the forties. He was a very active member and he had lots of fond memories. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jenny (Johnson) in 1973. Also preceded by his parents and three brothers and two sisters. He is survived by two daughters, JoAnn and her husband John Davis of Federal Way, and Myrna and her husband Michael Watson of Bellingham. Also survived by seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren, several relatives in Indiana and long-time friend Etoile "Cookie" Cook. At his request there will be no funeral services.
MATCHAM, Ethel, age 6_ years, 1116 Indian Street, passed away at a local hospital, Tuesday, October 26, (1948) after a brief illness. Miss Matcham had been a resident of Bellingham for the past thirty-two years and was well-known in musical circles. Surviving relatives include three brothers, Ned R., Matcham, Edmonds, Wash., H. W. Matcham, Seattle, and R. W. Matcham, Arroyo Grande, Calif.; also numerous other relatives. The remains are at the Bingham-Dahlquist & Jerns Funeral Home where funeral services will be conducted Saturday, October 30, at 2 p.m., with Rev. Robert T. McFarlane D.D., officiating. Interment at Bay View.
MATHER, Adrianna Alberta - Visitation for Adrianna Alberta Mather of Lynden will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be at 1:45 p.m. Thursday in Monumenta Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 2:30 p.m. at Gillies Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Tom Haan officiating. Mrs. Mather died Monday, Jan. 19, 1998. She was 82. Born Aug. 17, 1915, to Arie and Mattie Nieveen Zoet in Lynden, she graduated f rom Lynden High School and attended Bellingham Normal School. She married Fred Mather in 1943 in Texas. He died in 1958. Mars. Mather lived in Naperville, Ill., for 40 years and worked as an accountant at Marshall Fields and then at Florsheim Shoe Co. in Chicago for 30 years. She returned to Lynden in 1985. A member of Second Christian Reformed Church, she enjoyed quilting and volunteering at the Hope Chest in Lynden. Survivors include brothers Arnold Zoet of Bellingham and Harvey Zoet of Spokane, sister Mildred Likkel of Lynden and many nieces and nephews.
MATHERS, John Robert - A memorial service for John "Jack" Robert Mathers of Blaine will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Blaine Senior Activity Center, with the Rev. Donald E. Walter officiating. Mr. Mathers died from complications caused by cancer on Tuesday, June 27, 2000, at his home. He was 76. Born April 28, 1924, to Jock and Elizabath Mathers in New Westminster, B.C., he had been a local resident since 1955. Mr. Mathers attended school through the eighth grade. On May 27, 1944, he married Pearl Allan in New Westminster. She died in 1982. Mr. Mathers worked as an auto mechanic and was the owner and operator of Mathers Mower Service for 26 years. He enjoyed reading and playing crib. His passion was cooking. He also enjoyed digging for clams and cooking clam chowder. Survivors include son Wayne Mathers and daughter Penny Freeman, both of Blaine sister Jean Mathews of White Rock, B.C. six grandchildren six great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Valley Funeral and Cremation Service of Lynden.
MATHESON, Charles - Funeral services for Charles Matheson, aged 78 years, beloved husband of Mrs. Auta M. Matheson, 602 Girard street, who passed away Monday, July 3, (1933) will be held in the Cathedral chapel of the Homer Mark Mortuary Thursday afternoon, July 6, at 2 o'clock, with the Rev. James M. Wilson, pastor of St. James' Presbyterian church officiating. Interment will be made in the family plot in Bay View cemetery. Mr. Matheson was employed by the Bellingham water department at the time of his passing and was a pioneer resident of this city, residing here for the past forty years. Surviving relatives besides his widow, are two sons, George F. and Freeman W. Matheson, both residing at Juneau, Alaska; one sister, Mrs. Bessie Gough, New Castle, New Brunswick, several brothers, of whom Thomas Matheson resides at Bothell, and one grandchild. Bearers will be G. W. Reilly, E. E. Sherwood, L. M. Sweeney, W. R. McGinness, Hugh Eldridge and Lewis Stenger.
MATHESON, Jeanne Lynn - Visitation for Jeanne Lynn Matheson of Everson will be from noon to 8 p.m. today at Jerns Funeral Chapel. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Lynden with the Rev. Woody McCallister officiating. Burial will follow in Ten Mile Cemetery. Mrs. Matheson died of cancer Saturday, Aug. 22, 1998 at the University of Washington Medical Center. She was 45. Born July 6, 1953 to Leonard and Evelyn Warner in Bellingham, she graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1971 and from Central Washington University. She taught at North Bellingham Elementary School for 22 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jay, and by a sister, Kathleen M. Hoff. Survivors include son Brett Matheson of Everson; her parents; sisters Patricia Stone of Surrey, B.C. and Kimberly Webster of Mount Vernon; and several nieces and nephews.
MATHESON, Peter Jay, 30, 112 Blankers St., Everson, died Thursday (April 4, 1985) in a Seattle Hospital. He was born in Alaska
on Nov. 22, 1954, and lived in Everson all his life. He graduated from Nooksack Valley High School and attended Western Washington University. He attended St. John's Lutheran Church, Bellingham, and owned and operated Meridian Pre Fab Building Components. Surviving are his wife, Jeanne, and one son, Brent, of Everson; his parents, Peter and Pauline of Everson; two brothers, Jon Matheson of Bellingham and Marty Matheson of Everson; a sister Pam Judd of Ellensburg; grandmothers Sally Joneli of Everson and Hulda Matheson of Bellingham; a niece and a nephew. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. John's Lutheran Church, Cornwall Avenue. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Home. Burial will be in Ten Mile Cemetery.
MATHEWS, Gary H. - A memorial potluck for Gary Hugh Mathews of Bellingham will be held at 1 p.m. Oct. 9 at Hovander Homestead Park in Ferndale. Mr. Mathews died Sunday, Sept. 19, 1999, at Shuksan Health Care Center. He was 47. Born May 17, 1952, to Wayne and Gloria (Hovig) Mathews in Everett, he graduated from Sehome High School in 1970. In 1973, he married Linda Hirschkorn in Bellingham. Mr. Mathews worked for Uniflite, formerly United Boat Builders, of Bellingham for 18 years and later worked as a carpenter. Mr. Mathews enjoyed fishing and camping. Survivors include his wife, daughter Chelsea and son Parker, all of the family home mother of Bellingham brothers Todd Mathews of Bellingham, Steve Mathews of Ferndale and Scott Mathews of Everson sisters Lori LaCrosse of Nooksack and Karen Jabbora of Royal City and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
MATHISON, Jean F., age 88, passed away May 5, 2008 in Bellingham. She was born Nov. 7, 1919 in Stevens Point, WI. The love of Jean's life was her husband, Lee Mathison, who preceded her in death in 1984. Jean was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and Eastern Star. She worked for Whatcom Medical Bureau for over 25 years as a comptroller. After retiring, Jean and Lee traveled extensively. She enjoyed meeting weekly with the "lunch bunch," a group of Whatcom Medical retirees. Jean is survived by her daughter Darlene Cea (husband Gordy) and their daughters Dana, Darla and Jeanalee, niece Cheryl Mathison (husband Jim), sister Elizabeth Humphrey and numerous relatives and friends. A Celebration of Jean's Life will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Sat. May 10, 2008 at 10:30 a.m.
MATHISON, Lee Russell, 67, 628 Hemmi Road, died Wednesday in Palm Springs, Calif. He was born in Rosholt, Wisc. and had been a Whatcom County resident for about 30 years. He was a retired meatcutter, having been a butcher at Valley Market in Bellingham 25 years. He was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church; San Juan Lodge 175, F&AM, Friday Harbor; and Stroke Activity Center. He is survived by his wife Jean; two brothers; and a niece. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Martin Wells officiating. Burial will be in Ten Mile Cemetery.
MATHISON, Thurlow - Funeral services for Thurlow "Matt" Mathison, 628 E. Hemmi Road, will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in Hope Lutheran Church, Lynden. He died Friday in Palm Springs, Calif., at the age of 70. He was the former owner of Mathison's Mobile Home Ranch on the Guide Meridian, and he had been a Whatcom County resident for 17 years. He is survived by his wife Ann; a daughter and a brother. Visiting hours at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel are from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 8:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday. The Rev. David Hungerford will officiate at the service. Burial will follow in Ten Mile Cemetery.
MATILDA, Jasyn R. - A memorial service for Jasyn R. Matilda of Ferndale will begin at 10 a.m. Friday at the Unity Church of Bellingham with the Rev. Pete Rhea officiating. Mr. Matilda died as a result of a traffic accident Friday, July 18, 1997. He was 24. He was born June 4, 1973, to Robert and Margaret Sheffer Matilda in Vancouver, B.C. Mr. Matilda was preceded in death by a nephew. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Margaret and Lyle Perkins of Ferndale; his father, of Vancouver; son Jacob of Ferndale; brothers Joseph Peters of Port Alberni, B.C. and Mark Peters of Richmond, B.C.; stepbrother Jason Perkins of Marysville; sisters Glenda Chapman of Calgary, Alberta, Tracie Peters of Coquitlam, B.C. and Tonja Henderson of Burnaby, B.C.; and nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
MATTERSON, Helen Louise, 85, of Bellingham died on February 20, 2006. She was born August 22, 1920 to Jerome G. and Blanche D. Matterson in Yakima, Washington. An open house for all friends will be held in her honor noon to 4 p.m. on Wednesday March 1 at 115 E. North St.
MATTHEWS, Frank C., born April 4, 1912, passed through the Gates of Paradise at about 6:00 p.m., January 16, 1997. Surrounded by his children, he sat up and smiles, mouthed the words "I love you," and breathed his last. A memorial service will be held at Garden Street United Methodist Church, 3:00 p.m., Sunday, January 19. He is survived by his wife Helen, his sister Evelyn, his four children, Carol, Judy, Sam, and Geoff, and ten grandchildren and great-grandchildren. For over fifty years he was a minister in the United Methodist Church in Pennsylvania, Arizona, California, and Washington, and is deeply loved as a preacher, counselor, and friend by thousands of his parishioners. He was a man of simplicity, dignity, humility, strength, and spirit. He was a man of God. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MATTSON, Carl Engelbert, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on Dec. 26, 2002. Son of Carl E. & Thelma (Driggs) Mattson. He was born in Fairbanks, Alaska, Nov. 27, 1928. His memory is held dearly by his loving and patient wife, Lorraine "Honey" Mattson. Remembering him with love and humor are his children Carl E. Mattson III, Christina E. & Willie Adams, Cheryl E. & Robert Walker, Constance E. & Stu McKay, Corrine E. & Ron Unick, Cem E. and Terri Mattson. His stepsons Greg and George Bucholtz and his puppies Cassie and Teddy. Twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and his sisters Neva, Irene, and Maida. Dad was a true Alaskan and also a hunter, trapper, goldminer, mechanic, welder, lifeguard, diver, logger, tree topper, steeplejack, powder monkey, and blaster. In the Navy he was a plank owner on the Osbourne and later one of the first Navy Air Controlmen. He was a master cribbage player and a lucky one as well!! We're sure he is already "hauling timber" or "pegging out" on some poor soul. Dad loved to read and could make anyone laugh with his humorous insights and recitations of Robert Service. "There are strange things done in the midnight sun..." A Memorial Service will be held Sun., Dec. 29, 2:30 p.m. at Ferndale Moles Funeral Home with Reverend John Alwood officiating. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MATZ, Everett L., age 73, of Seattle, passed away Sun., July 2, 1978. Mr. Matz had been a resident of Ferndale and Marietta community until 1956 when he moved to Seattle. He is survived by 1 son, George Matz of Seattle and 3 grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted by Rev. Graham Hutchins, Thurs, July 6 at 11:30 a.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery. Burial under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
MAULER, Errol G., 71, of 4213 Wynn Road, died Saturday (June 12, 1982). Born Oct. 30, 1910, in Nebraska, he had been a local resident for 45 years. He was active in the Senior Activity Center. He was an avid baseball fan and enjoyed horseshoes, pool, training cats and dancing. He is survived by his wife Mary Ellen, two sons, three grandchildren, four brothers, three sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Cemetery, with the Rev. Richard Talley officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
MAULER, Heasel Clarence, died Feb. 2, 1997 at St. Francis Extended Health Care. Born in Kearney, Nebraska October 18, 1903 to Joseph and Ethol (Wheeler) Mauler, he was the oldest of twelve children. He was preceded in death by six brothers and two sisters. He worked in his father's bakery, Mauler's Bakery, owned a theater and was a switchboard operator in Nebraska. Moving to Bellingham in 1936 he became a gardener and landscaper. He served in WWII in the 126th Signal Radio Intelligence Co. based in Australia and was a past member of American Legion Post #7. Mr. Mauler had four loves - dancing, music, flowers and old time movies. Survivors include sisters Eloise and husband Gene Kayton, Viola Munger, and Evelyn Mauler, all of Bellingham, many other nieces and nephews and numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 6, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at Westford Funeral Home, Pastor David Erickson of Immanuel Bible Church officiating. Military flag presentation by American Legion Post #7. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MAULER, Helen Marie of Ferndale passed away on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004 in Bellingham. Helen was 87, born June 5, 1917 in Finland. She lived most of her life in Ferndale where she graduated from Ferndale High School. Helen loved to be busy doing her favorite things. She especially enjoyed her gardens, quilting and also loved going out to eat. Ice cream was her BIG favorite. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Wheeler Mauler and son, Robert Allen Mauler. Helen is survived by her daughters, Karen and husband Larry Redelf of Bonney Lake, Twyla and husband James Haynes of Bellingham; grandchildren, Randy Redelf, Sonja Mauler, Chris Heathers, Scott Heathers, Holly Heathers, Jeff Heathers; great-grandchildren, Zackary and Alexa Redelf. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 14, at 2:00 p.m. at Immanuel Bible Church, 2000 W. North St. in Bellingham, with Pastor Dave Erickson officiating. Burial to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home.
MAULER, Robert A. died of pancreatic cancer at home on Thurs., Feb. 28, 2002. He was 57. Mr. Mauler, an engineer, lived in Vancouver, WA for the past eight years. He was born Oct. 17, 1944 in Bellingham. Survivors include his wife of eight years, Kathy, at home his mother, Helen Mauler of Bellingham daughter, Sonya Hope of Phoenix stepdaughter, Gail Sprenger of Tampa, FL two sons, Craig Mauler of Phoenix and Gary Mauler of Indiana stepson, Shane Gardner of Vancouver, WA two sisters, Karen Redelf of Federal Way and Twyla Haynes of Bellingham and three grandchildren. Mr. Mauler, an Army veteran, served in Germany during the Vietnam War. He worked at Decorative Metals in Hazel Dell. He was a member of the 55+ group at Glad Tidings Church. He designed, built and flew model airplanes and enjoyed traveling. There will be a Remembrance of Robert's life for family and friends at 3919 Cliffside Dr from 2 to 4 p.m. Sat. March 9. Arrangements by Davies Cremation.
MAULER, Thurman J. - Funeral services for Ferndale dairy farmer Thurman J. "Dutch" Mauler, 81, will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Moles Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Harold Schroeder officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Mauler, 1625 E. Main St., died at his home Wednesday (July 17, 1991). He was born Oct. 5, 1908 in Ansley, Neb., and moved to Whatcom County in 1936. He worked as a dairy farmer on his farm at Cherry Point and for Gitts farm. He and Grace J. Pearson married on April 30, 1945 in Bellingham. Surviving are his wife of the family home; three sons, Kenneth Mauler of Post Falls, Idaho; Stephan Mauler of Marysville and Rick Mauler of Ferndale; 10 grandchildren; a brother, Heasel Mauler of Bellingham; and three sisters, Viola Munger, Eloise Kayton and Evelyn Mauler, all of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
MAULER, Wayne W., age 61, of 6215 North Star Rd., Ferndale, passed away Thurs., Aug. 24, 1978. He was a resident of Ferndale since 1936. Survived by his wife Helen M.; a son Bob of Ferndale; 2 daughters, Karen Redels of Auburn and Twyla Hethers of B'ham; 5 brothers, H. C. "Clarence" Mauler, Errol Mauler and Thurman Mauler all of B'ham, Huck Mauler of Hemet, CA and Ruemont Mauler of Ridgefield, WA; 3 sisters, Eloise Kayton, Evelyn Mauler both of B'ham and Viola Munger of Alliance, Neb.; 6 grandchildren and numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be Mon., Aug. 28 at 10:30 a.m. at Moles Funeral Chapel with Rev. Graham Hutchins officiating. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
MAXIM, Lewis Lenard, of Bellingham, WA passed away Tues., Feb. 2, 2002 in Bellingham. He was 74, born Dec. 20, 1927 in Parma, ID to Fred and Minerva (Rose) Maxim. Lewis is survived by his wife Rose, whom he married on Oct. 1, 1949 in Caldwell, ID; 3 children: William Maxim, Anthonette Rosholm, and Kathryn Renken; six grandchildren; and sister Irma Weick. A graveside service with honors by Albert J. Hamilton Post #7 was held at Greenacres Memorial Park. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 9, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2926 James St. Bellingham. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MAY, Harold Russell, age 80, of Mount Vernon, passed away early Sunday, December 14, 1997 in a local care center following a lengthy illness. He was born March 1, 1917 in Anacortes, Washington, the son of Caleb Jefferson May and Anna Amelia Hermann May. At age four, he moved with his family to North Whatcom County and later to Bellingham where he graduated from Whatcom High School. He worked for as an apprentice an Electrician with Ace Clark Electric in Bellingham. During World War Two, he served in the Navy Sea Bees. Following his discharge, he opened May Electric and Hardware in Bellingham. He married his wife Dorthea in Bellingham on May 30, 1956. The family moved to Mount Vernon in 1958. Mr. May was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers #191, Past Master of Bellingham Fairhaven Lodge #73, F. & A.M. and Mount Baker Lodge #36, F. & A.M. in Mount Vernon. Past Patron of Mount Baker Chapter #50, Order of the Eastern Star and a member of Court #28, Order of Amaranth. He was also a member of the B.P.O.E., #1604 in Mount Vernon. As a Larygectomee, Mr. May spoke to school children for several years in Skagit, Island and Whatcom Counties on the effects of smoking. He is survived by his wife Dorothea at the family home; son, Dr. Jerry May and his wife Carolyn of Reno, Nevada; daughter Leslie Morgan and her husband Carl of Bellingham; step-son Robert L. Taylor and his wife, Sandy of Oak Harbor; sister and brother-in-law, Thelma and Gordon Macmillan of Bellingham; six grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Bert, Delbert and Lloyd. Memorial services will be conducted on Wednesday, December 17, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. at the Kern Funeral Home, Mount Vernon with Mount Baker Lodge #36 F. & A.M. officiating. Cremation was held at Mount Vernon Crematory. Arrangements by Kern Funeral Home, Mount Vernon.
MAY, Mary Anne Davida of Custer, formerly of Blaine, passed away on Tuesday April 27, 2004, in Tacoma. She was 96, born March 21, 1908, to James W. and Mary Jane Robertson, in Orkney Island Scotland. Mary started school on Denman Island, and graduated high school in Victoria. After managing a hotel for several years, she attended the Moody Bible Institute for 3 years during which she met her husband Harry P. May and married in 1937 in Chicago, IL. After marrying, she worked for several dentists and opened her own X-ray office. She quit working when her only child Mary Velma Thomasina May was born in 1944. She and Harry moved to Blaine in 1974 because they liked the climate here. Some of her many activities included; being leader of Talented Teens and Girl Scout leader, member of the Surrey Lace Club and an avid traveler. She was also a very active member of the NW Community Church in Blaine, where she served in many capacities including Treasurer, President of the Women's group, Sunday school teacher and lay preacher. She is survived by her sister Lina Gammey, her daughter Mary (Bill) Soukup, grandsons Robert (Deeann) Kruse, David (Dana) Kruse and her great- grandchildren, Orie, Danica and Megan Kruse. A viewing will be held at Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel in Blaine on Sunday, May 2, from 1-4 p.m. On Monday, May 3, there will be a second viewing from 11:00 to 11:45 am and the funeral service will start at 12:00 p.m. at the NW Community Church on 5th and G Street in Blaine. A reception will follow shortly after the service in Custer at the United Methodist Church on Main Street and Bruce. Arrangements by Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel Blaine, WA.
MAYBERG, Marilynn, nee Fjellman, 81, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Wednesday, September 21, 2005. Born on April 9, 1924, in Evanston, Illinois, to Les and Elaine Fjellman, the family migrated to Lynden, Washington, where they took up farming at Wiser Lake. Beginning her school years in a little two-room school house at Wiser Lake, Marilynn was active in athletics and graduated from Meridian High School in 1942 as class salutatorian. After graduation, she worked at Paine Field during WWII. She gained a lifelong love of dancing by her involvement with the USO in the war years. She then worked for the Corps of Engineers in Seattle, where she was trained in accounting, followed by many years with the U.S. Customs. She ended her working career at the Boeing Company. It was a mutual love of dancing that brought Marilynn and her husband Charles (Chuck) Mayberg together and they enjoyed 30 years of married life. Along with dancing, Marilynn and Chuck also loved playing duplicate bridge at the Eastside Bridge Center. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her sisters Connie (Royal) Little of Yakima, Washington; Alyce (Al) Bedoian of Clovis, California; Maxine (the late Marvin) Beebe of Birch Bay, Washington; Janice Lind Sherman (Vaughn Sherman) of Edmonds, Washington; Judy Fjellman (Rusty) Crane of Sandy Point, Washington; and brother Robert Fjellman (Nancy) of Everett, Washington, along with many nieces and nephews. Other surviving family members from a previous marriage include Bill, Douglas, Jonathan, Trudy and Christine Brown and their spouses and children. At Marilynn's request there will be no funeral service. Instead, family and friends are invited to an event celebrating her life at a family home near Ferndale. This party will be held on Sunday, October 16, 2005 at 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.
MAYER, Claire P., age 56, of 424 Ridgeway Drive, B'ham. Passed away Jan. 29, 1986 in a Seattle hospital. She had been a secretary at WWU since 1975. She is survived by her husband Erwin, 2 daughters Rachel Ann Mayer and Lease Beth Mayer, both of B'ham, and 1 brother Herbert Phillips of Philadelphia. Private family services will be held Fri, Jan. 31, with burial at Beth Israel Cemetery. Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
MAYFIELD, Isaac Newton, age 56, passed away at the home of his sister, Mrs. George A. Johnson, of Ferndale, where he had resided for the past 10 years, Tuesday morning, November 14, (1944). Mr. Mayfield was a veteran of the U. S. Army in World War Number One. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. George A. Johnson, Ferndale, Mrs. W. H. Sweeney, Arcadia, California; also two brothers, M. W. Mayfield, Pasadena, California, and Ernest Mayfield, Fort Worth, Texas. The remains rest at the Monroe Funeral Home in Ferndale where funeral services will be conducted Saturday, November 18, at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. C. C. Hovda officiating. Interment Woodlawn.
MAYNICK, Edward, formerly of Renton, died Sunday, Jan. 5, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 88. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Raull-Renton Funeral Home with the Rev. David Hulland officiating. Born Oct. 13, 1908, to Valentine and Jennie Maynick in Golden, Colo., Mr. Maynick graduated from Renton High School. He lived in Bellingham for seven months. He enjoyed bowling, horseracing, golfing, crossword puzzles and trips to Reno, Nev. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MEAD, Eloise E. passed away on May 26, 2002. She was 81, born July 10, 1920 in Rumsey, Alberta, Canada, to Oren and Inez (Parcher) Shotwell. Eloise was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who dedicated her life to her babies and family. She had an open and giving heart, and loved everyone. Eloise is survived by her husband Wayne, whom she was married to for over 61 years her son, George and wife Diana Mead, daughter Freddie Ann and husband Kenny Moore, sisters Maxine Hanford, Elaine Blake; 6 grandchildren 6 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Private family graveside service will be Thursday, May 30 at Greenacres Cemetery. Memorial service will be Thursday, May 30, at 3:00 p.m., at Cornerstone Family Church in Cordata Mall Parkway. Greenacres | Moles Funeral Home.
MEADE, George William left this world on December 22nd, 1997. George Lived in Birch Bay with his wife Cate for the past year and a half. Prior to that he lived in Minneapolis, MN, and Wisconsin. He referred to his fight with cancer as being a soldier going to boot camp. His strength, courage and love helped him in his long battle with his very aggressive disease. George was born on March 8th, 1967 in Chippewa Falls. He was the youngest son of Pat and Bill Meade. He grew up in Eagan and enjoyed the outdoors of Northern Minnesota, playing soccer, hockey, skiing, mountain biking and anything that could get him outdoors. He attended Burnsville High School, University of Wisconsin-Madison and graduated in civil/environmental engineering from the University of Minnesota. He was an environmental engineer for Greengrove Corporation and felt strongly about our need to protect the earth from further destruction. He will be sadly missed by his devoted wife Cate (Cathy), his mother Pat Meade (Farmington, MN), his father Bill and wife Bobbie (Brooklyn Park, MN), siblings: Renee Meade (Dave) (Colorado,) Gary (Barnum, MN), and Gordy (Jill) (Rosemount, MN) and Sister In Law Lori Boyko (Garth Butcher), (Birtle, MB.) Mother and Father In Law, Vivian and Walter Boyko (Portage, MB), Nieces, Caroline, CEO and Haley. Nephews Zachary, Luke Joshua and Ethan. And numerous relatives and friends. He so touched the heart of those who met him. A Memorial Service will be held on January 2nd, 1998, at 2 p.m. at the United Church of Christ Congregational, 885 4th St., Blaine. Pastor Anne Pearson Whalers officiating.
MEDHURST, Mary, of 315 Grand avenue, widow of the late Al Medhurst, pioneer peace officer of Whatcom county, died Saturday (Mar. 18, 1944) at the age of 69 years. She had been a resident of the county fifty-two years. Surviving are one sister, Mrs. Alice Chisholm, and one brother, James Warwick, both of Bellingham; six nieces, Catherine Cole, of route 2, Lynden; Mrs. Arle Simmons, city; Mrs. Hannah Bollerud, Mrs. Alice Leek and Miss Alta Simmons, all of Everson, and Mrs. Beatrice McKenzie, of Pratt, Kansas; and one nephew, Eugene Warwick, city. Funeral arrangements will be made by Harlow-Hollingsworth.
MEDLIN, Robert D., of Ferndale, passed away Sat. Nov. 16, 2002 at a Care Facility in Bellingham. He was 89. Born to Robert & Lillian (Davis) Medlin, Feb. 16, 1914 in Cairo, IL. Mr. Medlin worked for several industrial painting companies in Whatcom County he worked as a Floor Supervisor for BF Goodrich for 18 years and owned & operated Clover Leaf Diner and also served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. In his youth, he worked as a golf caddy for the "Pros" in Akron, OH, and was an avid reader. Two brothers & a sister preceded him in death. Survivors include: former wife, Jean Medlin of Bellingham son, Ralph Brett Medlin of Bellingham numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A private family service will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MEE, Linda Katherine, age 58, was called home to her savior on October 11, 2005, after a courageous six-month battle with cancer. She was a loving wife, supportive mother, caring grandmother, and loyal friend who will be deeply missed by many people. Throughout her life, Linda was enthusiastically involved in many activities. She was a receptionist in a dental office for 15 years, a boutique owner, an avid bargain shopper, and a "mom" to many in her roles as high school youth group leader, preschool teacher, and foster parent. Her passion for life was an inspiration to all those around her and her unconditional love for her family and friends was unprecedented. She was a woman of great compassion - always putting the wellbeing of others before her own needs. Linda will be remembered for her loving spirit, energetic personality, positive attitude, contagious laugh and unrelenting faith in the Lord. She is survived by her husband, Ron Mee, of Bellingham; daughter Jeryn Zehnder of Sumas; daughter Stephanie Page of Bellingham; son Ryan Mee and wife Lisa of Bellingham; son Tony Verlasco and wife Rana of Lynden; father Jack Laing of Bellingham; brother Jack Laing and wife Debbie of Bellingham; nine grandchildren; two nephews; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins of Canada. She was preceded in death by her mother Katherine Laing. A memorial service will be held on October 22, 2005 at 2:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, corner of Texas and Dean in Bellingham.
MEEBOER, Sena, age 87, 919 Liberty St. Lynden, passed away Saturday, October 23, (1965). A resident of the Lynden area since 1921, she was a member of the Third Christian Reformed Church. Surviving are a son Neal and a daughter Mrs. Herman Stremler, both of Lynden. A brother Henry Hovinga, Holland, Michigan and a sister-in-law, Mrs. Elizabeth Neuwama, of Lynden. Also 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the Third Christian Reformed Church, Wednesday, October 27 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Donald Negen. Burial will follow in the Monumenta Cemetery under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home.
MEHLER, Katherine, 81, 2314 G. St. died in a local hospital Wednesday (Mar. 15, 1966). A resident here the past 25 years, she was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church. Surviving are three sons, George of Bellingham, Emanuel of Sacramento, Calif., and Reuben in the Air Force in Japan; two daughters, Mrs. Fred Lorenz and Mrs. Everett Sharp, both of Sacramento, and 29 grandchildren. Services are pending at Westford Funeral Home.
MEHRTENS, Doris R, age 75, of Glacier, passed away September 15, 2005, in Bellingham. She was born January 1, 1930, in Durant, OK, to William and Maureen Roberts. In 1968 she married John Mehrtens in Houston, TX. Doris was an Administrative Assistant for zoological research, retiring in 1990 and was a member of the Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County and the World Wildlife Federation. She was also an avid reader, prolific writer, art illustrator and had a keen interest in environmental and political issues. Doris loved the Mt. Baker area. Her home was a refuge for herself as well as various local wildlife. Doris had an inquisitive, thoughtful, energetic mind that anyone could appreciate and respect. She was dearly loved by her family, neighbors and friends and will be profoundly missed. Doris was preceded in death by her husband John in 1988. She is survived by her son Jeffrey Bates of Kirkland WA; stepson Wayne Mehrtens of Scottsdale, AZ and three grandchildren. No services will be held.
MEHUS, Edward R., 80, Winthrop, passed away March 17, 1994 in Wenatchee. Born Feb. 24, 1914 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada to Rena J. Martinson and Edward M. Mehus. He resided for many years in Bellingham and was partner Croy Construction Co. He retired in 1973. In 1941 he married Marjorie (Mikki) Jones in Kodiak, Alaska. Survivors include wife, at home; 3 daughters, Judy Gregg of Renton, Wendy Kenoyer of Lynden, Janet Mehus of Bremerton; son Michael Mehus, Lake Havasu, Arizona; sister Sybil Baker of Bellingham, 8 grandchildren. Preceded in death by infant son and one sister. Arrangements by Precht's Methow Valley Chapel.
MEIERS, Elsie W. of Blaine died Monday, July 12, 1993. She was 95. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale with the Rev. Dennis Wildermuth officiating. Born May 3, 1898, in St. Paul, Minn. to Otto and Ernestine Roeder Anacker, she married Ernest Meiers in 1924 in North Dakota. He preceded her in death. Mrs. Meiers moved to Whatcom County in 1935. She was a member of the Ruth Chapter of the Eastern Star and the Birch Bay Grange. Survivors include sons Clayton Meiers of Snohomish and Otto Meiers of Blaine; a daughter, Ardyth Gil of Mount Masa, Calif.; a sister Emile Pederson of Deluth, Minn.; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Jerns & McKinney Funeral Chapel in Blaine.
MEIERS, Otto Alan of Birch Bay, died of cancer at St. Joseph Hospital on Thursday, July 24, 1997. Born April 2, 1926 in Manitou, ND to Ernest and Elsie (Anacker) Meiers, he had lived in Whatcom County since 1935. He married Elaine L. Jones, May 6, 1950 at Zion Lutheran Church in Ferndale, and retired after 30 years from the Mobil Oil Ferndale Refinery as a Shift Superintendent. Since his retirement, he has resided in Peoria, AZ the greater part of each year enjoying his golf and the Mariner's Spring training games. He was a member of Kulshan Lodge F & AM, Ferndale Chapter O.E.S., Bellingham Elks Lodge #194 and Westbrook Village Golf and Country Club, Peoria, AZ. Preceded in death by a son Wayne Alan in 1979, he is survived by his wife, Elaine; son, Brian of Birch Bay; brother, Clayton Meiers and wife Pat of Snohomish, WA; sister Ardyth Gill of Lake Isabella, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 29, 1997, 2:00 p.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Don Walter officiating. Interment in Greenacres Memorial Park. Greenacres Funeral Home.
MELBER, Dauris M. of Sudden Valley died at home Sunday, April 13, 1997. She was 69. A memorial service will be held later. Born Sept. 7, 1927, to George and Stella Smith Pell in Fullerton, Penn., she lived in Bellingham since 1987. She married Fred Melber on Dec. 29, 1945, in Fullerton. Mrs. Melber moved to Royal Oak, Mich., in 1950. She was a member of Ladies Oriental Shrine, Za-Ha-Dir Court, Clown Unit of Michigan. Survivors include her husband of Bellingham, daughter Sheryl Melber of Maumee, Ohio, sister Evelyn Bixler of Catasauqua, Penn., one niece and one nephew. Arrangements are by Jones-Mole Funeral Home.
MELLEMA, Clarence - Visitation for Clarence Mellema of Lynden will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Friday at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be at 10:15 a.m. Saturday at Monumenta Cemetery, followed by a funeral at 11 a.m. at Second Christian Reformed Church with the Rev. Tom Haan officiating. Mr. Mellema died Tuesday, Feb. 11, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 85. Born March 11, in Sanborn, Iowa, to Samuel and Minnie Kuiper Mellema, he grew up in Iowa. He married Alice Eshuis in Ocheydan, Iowa, on Oct. 20, 1935. After leaving Iowa, the couple lived in Minnesota, the Yakima Valley and Colorado before settling in Lynden in 1951. Mr. Mellema worked for and was a shareholder of Mount Baker Plywood from 1951 until retirement in 1976. He belonged to Second Christian Reformed Church, where he served as elder and deacon. He also enjoyed growing roses. Mr. Mellema was preceded in death by a twin sister and two brothers. Survivors include his wife of Lynden; son Ronald Mellema of Bellingham and Sid Mellema of Birch Bay; daughters Marie "Toots" Heeringa and Jayne VanBeck, both of Lynden, and Betty Stremler of Sunnyside; brothers Ken Mellema of Denver, Sid Mellema of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Warren Mellema of Omaha, Neb.; sisters Leona Eshuis of Lynden, Dorothy VanDyke of Sheldon, Iowa, Jeanette Davids of Sibley, Iowa and Gertrude Bosma of Ocheydan; 21 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
MELLICK, Donna A., age 81, passed away January 26, 2006, in Mount Vernon. She was born September 6, 1924, in Bellingham to Donald and Shirley Sansregret. Donna loved kids and cherished being a mother, grandmother, and loving sister. She enjoyed listening to big band music, reading, crocheting, and china painting. Her favorite way to spend time was with her grandchildren. Donna was preceded in death by her daughter Patty and son Baby David. She is survived by children Kenny, Doug, Teresa, Laurie, Liane, Donnie, Jana, and Jennifer. Also survived by special grandchildren Angela, Nikki, Nina, Tony, Lisa, Marcie, Jacob, Michelle, Miranda, Jennifer, Joshua, Kenrissa, Rachel, Michael, Matthew, Allyson, and numerous other grand and great-grand-children. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Tues., Jan. 31, from 2 to 5 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Wed., Feb 1, at 1 p.m., followed by a reception across the street at Westford's Broadway Hall.
MELLOTT, Eugene "Gene" age 93, of Bellingham, WA passed away Thursday, March 27, 1997 in Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. Born December 11, 1903 in North Platte, Nebraska to Marion and Cora Lee (Huff) Mellott, he has been a resident of Whatcom County for 75 years. He began logging in the 1920's when trees were huge; owned and operated Time Oil service stations; as well as Ole's Resort on Lake Samish. Preceded in death by his wife, Rose (Gillis) Mellott; three daughters, Barbara Postlewait, Carol Monaghan and Coralie Kellas. Survived by daughter, Delores "Dee" and husband Phil Zimmerman, son, Duane and wife Jo Ann Mellott, all of Bellingham; 12 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; sister, Tempa Dodge of Anacortes, WA; numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside Service Monday, March 31, 1997, 11:30 a.m., Bayview Cemetery, with Reverend Al Currier officiating. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MELSETH, Hannah, age 73 years, a resident of Route 1, Blaine, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Olga Irwin, of Ferndale, Wednesday, December 19, (1951) after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Melseth had been a resident of the Whitehorn district for the past 43 years. She was a member of the Golgatha Lutheran Church of Whitehorn and is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Olga Irwin, of Ferndale, Mrs. Jennie Auraness, Mrs. Marie Markusen and Mrs. Emma Berge, all of the Whitehorn district; one son, Helmer, of Whitehorn; two brothers, Sivert Ramstad, of Duluth, Minn., and Karl Ramstad in Norway; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be conducted at the Monroe funeral home in Ferndale, Saturday, December 22, at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. Sylvester Rue officiating. Interment, Enterprise Cemetery.
MENDELSOHN, Candace Jeanne – A private service for Candace "Candi" Jeanne (Mitchell) Mendelsohn of Gardnerville, Nev., formerly of Bellingham, will be held with Richard Eldred officiating. Mrs. Mendelsohn died from complications caused by cancer on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2000, in Gardnerville. She was 51. Born Jan. 12, 1949 in Bellingham, she was adopted at birth by Donald and Marjorie Mitchell. In 1967 she graduated from Bellingham High School and then attended Bellingham Business College. Mrs. Mendelsohn was a partner in C. J. Construction and most recently worked as an inspector for the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Her parents and brother James Mitchell died previously. Survivors include daughter Sara Hyatt of Bellingham; sister Donna Eldred of Patterson, NY; and other relatives. Arrangements are by FitzHenry's Caron Valley Funeral Home of Gardnerville.
MENZE, George, aged 76 years, passed away in a Bellingham hospital Sunday evening, March 9, (1941). Mr. Menze had been a resident of Ferndale Route 3 for the past forty years. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon, March 12, at 2 p.m. from the Monroe Mortuary Chapel at Ferndale, conducted by Rev. J. N. Bridges. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery. Survivors include the widow Gertrude; two daughters, Mrs. Arthur Blackler, of Oroville, Wash., and Mrs. Ed Pomeroy of Ferndale; one son George, of Ferndale, and nine grandchildren.
MERCHANT, Henry - Former U.S. Forest Service employee Henry G. Merchant, 92, of 2726 Alderwood Ave., died Wednesday (Jan. 27, 1988) in a local nursing home. Mr. Merchant served in the U.S. Army during World War I and was employed by the U.S. Forest Service until his retirement. He is survived by a sister, Pearl Buckner of Spokane and one nephew. The body was cremated. Ashes will be placed in Woodlawn Cemetery. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Monday with the Rev. James Cabales officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
MERRELL, Emily Sue - A memorial service for homemaker E. Sue Merrell, 64, will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Westford Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Colin Campbell officiating. Mrs. Merrell of 702 32nd St. died April 5, (1991) at St. Joseph Hospital Main Campus after a long battle with cancer. She was born Emily Sue Defenbach in Lewiston, Idaho, on July 17, 1926 to Ralph and Gladys Defenbach. She married Dale E. Merrell in 1947 in Lewiston, Idaho. The couple lived in Clarkston for 13 years before moving to Whatcom County 25 years ago. Mr. Merrell liked poetry, needlework and charcoal drawing. She was an Episcopalian and a member of the Eastern Star. Her husband, former band director at Meridian High School, died in February 1970 in Bellingham. Survivors include two daughters, Sylvia Flynn of Deming and Nicki Merrell of Keizer, Ore.; a sister, Arden Anne Coski of Chowchilla, Calif.; three grandchildren; and many friends.
MERRITT, Eunice - A private memorial service will be held for Eunice Merritt of Bellingham, with burial at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. Mrs. Merritt died on Monday, Oct. 23, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 87. Born Oct. 1, 1913, in Ferndale to Alvin and Annie (Baer) Small, she was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County and a member of Garden Street Methodist Church. Survivors include daughter Kathleen S. Paul of Livermore, Calif., sister Ina Lee of Bellingham, brother Marvin Small of Ferndale, two grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Ferndale.
MERRITT, John - Graveside service for John "Johnny" Merritt, age 75, of 617 Virginia St., will be Wed., May 7, 1 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery with Reverend Edgar L. Starr, Pastor, Garden Street United Methodist Church, officiating. Mr. Merritt passed away Sat., May 3, 1986. A Bellingham resident most of his life, he was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church; American Legion, Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7; Musician's Protective Local No. 451. He is survived by his wife Eunice; daughter Kathleen S. Reeck; granddaughter, Kristin Nicole Reeck, both of City; brother, Abram B. Merritt of Ventura, Calif.; 1 niece, Martha Mutz of Los Angeles, Calif.; 2 nephews, Mark Merritt of San Francisco and Alan Merritt of Dallas, Texas; numerous other relatives.
MERVIN, Gladys C., 85, of Wapato, formerly of Ferndale, died suddenly Mon. (March 23, 1987) while visiting in Moses Lake. She
was born Aug. 25, 1901 in Ferndale to Edwin and Carried (Nelson) Peterson. She was raised and educated in Ferndale. She and Henry Mervin were married in June 1924 in Vancouver, B.C. Canada. The couple traveled to various areas of the United States while her husband worked on the construction of dams and reservoirs with Morrison Knudsen Construction Company. Her husband died in 1952. She moved to Wapato in 1958 to live with her sister. Mrs. Mervin was a 50 year member and former president of the Wapato American Legion Auxiliary; she was also a 50-year member of the Eastern Star and a member of Wapato Community
Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her sister, Ethel Johnson of Wapato and numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thurs., March 26 in Merritt Funeral Home in Wapato. Concluding services and burial will be at 3 p.m. Friday March 27 at the Woodlawn Cemetery.
MESFORD, Giles Terrance - A memorial service for Giles Terrance "Terry" Mesford, formerly of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Butterworth's Arthur A. Wright Funeral Home in Seattle. Mr. Mesford died Tuesday, Dec. 16, 1997, at his home in Seattle. He was 60. Born April 2, 1937, in Bellingham, he graduated from Bellingham High School in 1955. Mr. Mesford lived in Seattle for 42 years. He worked as a buyer for Trident Imports Inc. and retired in 1996. Survivors include his friend David Stiles;; mother, Edith Hanlon of Bellingham; sisters, Bev Haley of Bellingham and Darla O'Malley of Mount Vernon; and several nieces, nephews and relatives.
MESSER, Emily Irene was born and passed April 1, 2005, at University of Washington Medical Center. Emily is survived by her parents, Matthew and Karen Messer and brother Michael of Tacoma; grandparents Michael and Kerry Messer of Bellingham and Judy LaKose of Tacoma; great grandparents Clayton and Velma McDonald; and Auntie Eryn Messer of Bellingham, Uncle Jim and Aunt Tina Lakose; and cousins Aubree, Ashlee, Cassie and Madison of Tacoma.
MESSER, Marie - A memorial service for Marie Messer of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses with Mel Brown officiating. Ms. Messer died Friday, May 2, 1997. She was 84. Born Aug. 15, 1912, to Perry and Lillie Mae Satterfield Hill in Pittsburg City, Okla., she lived in Bellingham for five years. A member of Jehovah's Witnesses, she enjoyed quilting. Survivors include sister-in-law Josephine Hill of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews, including Sandy Jones of Blaine. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MESSICK, Dean E. passed away at home August 27, 1998 with his family at his side. Dean was born in Bellingham July 29, 1914 to Thomas D. and Martha (Swenson) Messick. The family moved to Seattle where he attended school, graduating from Cleveland High School in 1933. A World War II Veteran, he served as a Medic in Europe. He graduated from the Palmer Chiropractic School and retired from the Post Service in 1975. He then moved to Sequim, WA and resided there for 14 years. In 1980 he returned to Bellingham and resided with his cousin Doris Pilkey these last two years. He enjoyed taking walks when he could ad was an avid gardener who loved to work in his greenhouse starting plants for the yard. He is survived by many cousins and friends and will be greatly missed by all. A private family service will be held. The arrangements and services are under the direction of Jerns Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.
MESSICK, Roy William - A memorial for Roy William Messick will be held Saturday, February 8, 1997 at 2:00 at Sumas Fire Hall. Friends and family are invited to attend. Roy Messick died Wednesday, January 29, 1997 at St. Josephs Hospital. He was 55. Roy was born January 14, 1942 in Gregory, South Dakota. He moved to Seattle in 1961 and has been a resident of Whatcom County since 1972. An active community member, he served as a volunteer fireman, police officer, business owner and friend. He is survived by his mother Esther Messick, two brothers Rex Messick and Ken Messick, all of South Dakota, his sister Juanita Good of Olympia and his four children, Troy Messick and Kristine Messick of the Seattle area, an Bryan Messick and Tara Wright of Bellingham.
METHVEN, Helen - Ill for the past fourteen months, Mrs. Helen Herd Methven, aged 78 years, died at the family home, 2429 Elm street, Monday. She came to Bellingham twenty-one years ago. Surviving are a son, William, of Renton; two daughters, Mrs. Robert B. Welch and Mrs. Jean Mulvaney, of this city; a brother, William Herd, in Scotland, and eight grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home with the Rev. James M. Wilson officiating. Interment will be in Bay View cemetery. Image
METZNER, John Robin - A funeral for John Robin "Lil John" Metzner of 1400 12th St. will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. George Bedlion officiating. Burial will be in Bayiew Cemetery. Mr. Metzner died Saturday, April 20, 1996. He was 47. Born Oct. 11 1948 to John and June Sandness Metzner in Bellingham, he graduated from Bellingham High School in 1967. He worked as a disc jockey for KAGT radio station in Mount Vernon and KHSN radio station in Coos Bay, Ore., for a television station in Oakland, Calif. and for the Bend (Ore) Police Department. Survivors include his mother, sisters Arlene Brown and Rochelle Stewart, brothers Jack Smith and Howard Fleck and numerous nieces and nephews.
MEYER, Adele Ann - A memorial service for Adele Ann Meyer will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at St. James Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Meyer died Tuesday, Aug. 31, 1999, at Sehome Care Center. She was 91. Born Jan. 3, 1908, to Wilhelm and Margarethe (Sturke) von Hassel in Germany, she had been a Bellingham resident for about 27 years. Mrs. Meyer married Fred Meyer in Brooklyn, N.Y. He preceded her in death. She served as a "Pink Lady" volunteer at St. Luke's Hospital. Survivors include her sister, Tina von Bargen of Bellingham, and two nieces. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
MEYER, Christopher - Funeral services for Christopher Meyer, aged 74 years, beloved husband of Mrs. Amalie Meyer, 900 West Maryland street, who passed away Thursday, March 31, (1932) were held at the Homer Mark Mortuary at Cornwall avenue and Halleck street, this morning, Tuesday, April 26, at 10:30 o'clock, with George Martinich, of the International Bible Students association, officiating. Cremation followed at the Homer Mark Crematorium. Mr. Meyer was a member of the International Bible Students association and had resided in Bellingham for the past forty years. Surviving relatives besides his widow are two sons, Will J. Meyer, Los Angeles, Cal., and Henry F. Meyer, city; two brothers, Henry Meyer, Kendall, Wash., and Nicholas Meyer, Picklissen, Germany; five sisters, Mrs. Anna Marie Zender, Kendall; Mrs. Anna Theisen and Mrs. Tina Theisen, both residing at Columbia Valley, and two sisters residing in Germany; one grandchild, David Meyer, Los Angeles, Cal.
MEYER, Clancy - A memorial service for Clancy Meyer of Bellingham will be at 3:30 p.m. Thursday at Hillcrest Chapel with the Rev. Mitch McConkey officiating. Dr. Meyer died Monday, Feb. 24, 1997. He was 70. Born March 26, 1926, in Mossyrock, he served in the U.S. Air Force. An optometric physician, Dr. Meyer owned Clancy's New Health Center for many years. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
MEYER, Henry Fred, 81 years, 5428 Guide Meridian, Bellingham, passed away Sunday, March 22, 1992 at a Bellingham nursing home. He was born in Bellingham on May 21, 1910 to Christopher and Amelia (Kleuter) Meyer. He was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. Mr. Meyer worked as a plasterer in Whatcom and King Counties. He married Jane Millicent Haggith in Bellingham on August 10, 1934. He was a former president of the Plasterer's Union Local 77 and was a Sunday School superintendent of the former Evangelical United Brethren Church of Bellingham. Mr. Meyer was preceded in death by his daughter Jean Benson in January of 1966. Survivors include his wife Jane of the family home, a daughter Joann Murray and husband LeRoy of Antioch, CA; a son William Meyer of Bellingham; seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren; a brother, William J. Meyer of Flintridge, CA. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, March 26, 2 p.m. at Rome Community Bible Church with Rev. Paul Beck officiating. Cremation is by Greenacres Crematorium. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
MEYER, Howard, age 75 of Anacortes, WA, passed away July 23, 1997. Mr. Meyer was born March 10, 1922 in Oak Harbor, WA to John and Mamie (Fisk) Meyer. Howard attended school in Oak Harbor; served three years in the U.S. Coast Guard; worked at the Morrison Mill, Scott Paper Mill, Shell Oil co. and vaious construction companies including Snelson's. An outdoorsman, he received great enjoyment out of boating, fishing and hunting and playing cribbage. Howard was family oriented and valued the time they spent traveling, laughing and having a good time. He spent 15 winters in Arizona where he had many friends. His wife Rosemary passed away July 1995. He is survived by his son, Donald V. Meyers (sic) and his wife Maureen of Bellingham; his two daughters, Christine McGlen and her husband Mike of Bellingham and Elvy Schmoker and her husband Dave of Ataly, Alaska; his two brothers, Charlie Meyer of Lebanon, OR and Roland Meyer and his wife Jean of AZ; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 3:00 p.m. Monday, July 28, 1997 at the Grandview Cemetery in Anacortes officiated by Rev. Dwight Woodroof. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.
MEYER, Lois Kathryn, artist and long-time Bellingham resident, died Sept 23rd in Atascadero, CA. Born and raised in the Bellingham area, her younger years were spent at Lake Samish, where she became an avid swimmer and diver. Lois attended Bellingham High School, developing her interest in art and design, as well as music. She went on to study at Western Washington University and graduated with a degree in art. She worked for many years at the Whatcom County Library as a graphic artist, at the same time establishing her own artist's studio, where she produced her many paintings and prints. Always interested in promoting the arts locally, she helped begin and operate the non-profit Gallery 217, whose purpose was to exhibit Whatcom County artists' work. Her paintings and prints have been exhibited widely in the Pacific Northwest, in regional and national shows, and in permanent collections. After moving to California in 1981, she continued painting, experimenting with new forms and colorations, and in 2000 she had an exhibition of her later work at the Whatcom Museum of History & Art. She has been acknowledged for her accomplishments in the arts by her inclusion in recent editions of the "Who's Who of American Women." Besides her art, Lois was a dedicated environmentalist and a strong advocate for the preservation of the world's endangered wildlife. She is survived by a niece and sister-in-law in Bremerton, a nephew in Blue Lake, CA, and her many close friends.
MEYER, Raymond H., 2731 Yew street, vice-president and manager of the Western Woodworking company, passed away Sunday (July 12, 1942) in a Bellingham hospital at the age of 60 years. He is survived by his widow, Anna L.; three brothers, Will H., Albert and Frank E., city; and two nephews and one niece, Stanley and Robert Meyer and Marjorie Meyer. Funeral services will be conducted by the Revs. W. Carl Calhoun and James E. Milligan Tuesday at 3 p.m. in the Harlow-Hollingsworth chapel. Burial will follow in the Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Meyer had been associated with the woodworking company since his arrival here in 1907. He was a member of the Garden Street Methodist church and the Bellingham Breakfast group.
MEZO, James L., age 74 years, of Van Zandt, passed away at a local hospital Saturday morning, March 22, (1947). Mr. Mezo had resided in the Van Zandt district for the past 31 years, and was a member of the Church of the Nazarene in Van Zandt. The surviving relatives include his beloved wife, Gertie Mae; two sons, Lewis, of Route 3, Bellingham, and Lester, of Van Zandt; one daughter, Mrs. Carl Bergner, of Van Zandt; one brother, W. C. Bezo (sic), in Illinois, and 12 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, March 26, at 2 p.m. within the church of the Nazarine in Van Zandt, with the Rev. Rex Miller officiating, assisted by the Rev. Allen Jones. Interment in the Van Zandt cemetery under the direction of the Westford-Beck funeral home.
MEZO, Ruby Mae - Funeral services for Mrs. Ruby Mae Mezo, 33, Deming, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Veroske's Bellingham Funeral Home. Burial will follow in VanZandt Cemetery. Mrs. Mezo, who died Monday following a short illness, was a resident of Whatcom County for 14 years. She was a graduate of Western Washington State College and was employed as an elementary teacher at Maple Falls. She is survived by the husband, Thomas; two sons, Terry and Gregory; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Menzony of Port Townsend; a grandmother, Mrs. Mable Houston in Minnesota, and a brother, Thor Menzony of Port Townsend.
MICHENFELDER, Hazel J. of Bellingham died Friday, May 23, 1997. She was 84. Her ashes will be placed in Bayview Cemetery at a service at 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Ms. Michenfelder was born Jan. 13, 1913, in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
MICKELSON, Kenneth E., age 70 of Lynden, died at his home on Thursday, Nov 23, 2006. The son of Martin and Ida (Thompson) Mickelson, Ken was born in Fargo, North Dakota on July 3, 1936. The family moved to Seattle where Ken grew up and received his education. He was employed as a contractor both in the Seattle area and after moving to Lynden following his marriage to his wife Vickie in 1993. Ken and Vickie are members of Grace Baptist Fellowship in Lynden. He coached Little League Baseball programs in the Seattle area for many years. He was an outdoorsman and enjoyed woodworking. He is survived at home by his wife Vickie; children Mary Ann Hall of East Wenatchee, Deanna (Peter) Howell of Duvall, Teresa Duffin of Dripping Springs, TX, and Lenny (Debbie) Mickelson of Mukilteo; nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; brother Duane (Susie) Mickelson of Mill Creek; sisters Violet (Johnnie) Welton of Moorehead, MN, and Virginia Melary of Hillsboro, OR and other relatives. Memorial funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, Nov 29 at 11 a.m. in Grace Baptist Fellowship, Lynden, with Pastor Delaine Bailey officiating.
MIDDLETON, Elbert J., aged 66 years, beloved husband of Mrs. Lois E. Middleton, passed away at the family home, 1110 Forest street, Tuesday, December 5, (1933) after an illness of one month's duration. Mr. Middleton had been a resident of this community for the past sixteen years, and was an active member in the Garden Street Methodist church. Surviving relatives, besides his widow; are one daughter, Mrs. Nina M. Hayner, Seattle; a twin brother, E. H. Middleton, Blaine; one sister, Mrs. Charles Vaughn, National City, Cal.; and two grandchildren, Sherwood and Marjorie Hayner, Seattle. The body is being cared for at the Homer Mark Mortuary, Cornwall avenue at Halleck street and funeral services will be held in the Cathedral chapel Friday afternoon, December 8, at 2 o'clock, with the Rev. Thomas W. Jeffrey, pastor of the Garden Street Methodist church, officiating, Interment will be made in Greenacres Memorial Park.
MIELKE, Frances Young, age 96, passed away peacefully December 28, 2005, in Bellingham of natural causes. She died at home surrounded by her loving family and friends. She joined her beloved husband of 56 years, Marvin, to continue their lifelong dance. Frances was born April 8, 1909, in Portland, OR, to Isaac and Anna (O'Donnell) Young. She was very independent and active woman, whose friendships were very important. She had a great sense of humor and enjoyed needlepoint, bridge, and bowling. Frances retired in 1973 from Nalco Chemical Co. in Portland. She was a devout Catholic and kept a daily journal for the past 20 years. Frances was preceded in death by her husband Marvin Mielke. She is survived by her sister Marvis (husband Keith) Lutz of Portland and their children Alex and Anna; son Kelly (wife Muriel) Mielke of Bellingham and their children Wiley, Maria, and Shea. Mass will be held at Ascension Catholic Church, 7507 SE Yamhill, Portland, OR, on Thursday, January 5, at 11 a.m.
MIERS, Lucille N. West, age 76, of 5280 Northwest Road, Bellingham, passed away Friday, September 13, 1991. Born October 12, 1914 in Tacoma, WA to John and Inga West, she had been a resident of Whatcom County since 1916; graduated from Whatcom High School in 1935; member of Seventh-Day Adventist Church; married Henry J. Miers in 1962 and he preceded her in death in 1987. Survived by two brothers, Paul R. West and Albert M. West, both of Ferndale; many nieces and nephews; step-daughter Beatrice Kramer of Bellingham. Cremation. Inurnment Graveside service Monday, September 16, 3:30 p.m. at Bayview Cemetery with Pastor Ken Parker, Seventh-Day Adventist Church, officiating Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MIHALCEA, Bob, born December 19, 1964, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2006, in the arms of his loving and supportive family, at the age of 41. Bob fought a courageous fight against cancer. Though he was taken too soon, Bob was blessed with the joy of witnessing the birth of his daughter one month before his death. Bob is survived by his parents, Richard and Patricia Mihalcea of the family home in Ferndale, brother Todd Mihalcea and sister Ondrea Andersen (Scott) of Bellingham, also his loving partner, Darby Bruland, and treasured daughter, Katlyn Ondrea, nieces and numerous aunts, uncles and other close relatives. Bob will be remembered for his ability to tackle any job set forth and always the first to smile and say, "not to worry." We know now that he will be able to finish all the projects that he had dreamed about. The family would also like to give their heartfelt appreciation to Hospice. Thank you to nurse Cindy T., along with friend and caregiver Mary Bull for your loving support in guiding Bob through his journey. Bob's family would like to invite his many friends to the Mihalcea Farm to share their memories and celebrate his life. Please join us on Saturday, April 15 from 2 to 5 p.m.
MIHOVILOVICH, Joseph – Visitation for Joseph Mihovilovich of Bellingham will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A funeral service will be at St. Nicholas Cemetery in Komiza on Island Vis, Croatia. Mr. Mihovilovich died Monday, May 15, 2000 at St. Joseph Hospital after battling cancer for almost one year. He was 71. He was born Jan 28, 1929 to Joseph and Pava (Mazzoleni) Mihovilovich in Komiza. His was a Dalmatian Island family of farmers and fishermen. Mr. Mihovilovich survived the Fascist occupation of his homeland during World War II. He also was a refugee, sent from his homeland to the Sinai Desert in El Shatt until the end of the war. In 1947 he survived incarceration in the Communist Gulag (prisons and labor camps). Mr. Mihovilovich returned home in 1952. In 1954, he married Jelka Mardesic. Mr. Mihovilovich worked as a winemaker, farmer and fisherman. In 1969, he moved his family to San Pedro, Calif., where he became a fisher and shipyard worker. He fished from Bristol Bay, Alaska, to the Sea of Cortez in Mexico. In 1986, he retired from Todd Pacific Shipyard in San Pedro. Mr. Mihovilovich was a member of the Fishermans-Allied Workers Union and the Industrial Union of Marine and Shipbuilding Workers of America and American Federation of Labor-Congress of Industrial Organizations, Local 9. Following his retirement, he enjoyed visiting California and Washington and Komiza. He also enjoyed traveling and gardening. On Memorial Day, 1999, he was diagnosed with cancer and he traveled back and forth between St. Joseph Hospital and the Virginia Mason Clinic in Seattle where he received treatment. Survivors include his wife and son Nick Mihovilovich, both of Bellingham; daughter Pavica Erakovich of San Pedro; sister Katica Borcic of Croatia; brother Tonko Mihovilovich of Bellingham; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
MIKE, Rudy Lee, infant son of Michael S. Lane and Dineen J. Mike, died Wednesday, March 29, 2000, in Loma Linda, CA. He was twelve days old. Rudy was born March 17, 2000. He is survived by his parents of Palm Springs, CA; brothers Darrell J. Miller, and Darius J. Mike both of Palm Springs; sister Natalia A. Lane of Salem, OR; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Rudy was preceded in death by aunts Theresa A. Mike on September 17, 1997, Joanne M. Lane on July 6, 1996; cousin Christian Michael Lane on August 20, 1990. A prayer service will be held Wednesday, April 5, 2000, 7 p.m. at Wexliem (formerly the Lummi Community Center). A Funeral Liturgy will be Thursday, April 6, 2000, 10 a.m. with the priests of the St. Joachim Church officiating, also at Wexliem. Burial will follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
MIKE, Theresa Andrea, age 23 of Palm Springs, CA, died September 17, 1997. She is survived by her daughter Leanna Mike of Palm Springs; sisters, Melissa, Michelle and Dineen Mike all of Palm Springs, Mary Paull Solomon of Lummi; brothers, Robert Paull of Palm Springs, Reginald "Marley" Paull of Vancouver, B.C.; grandfather Earl Thomas Sr., of Bellingham; aunt June Mike of Palm Springs; one niece, four nephews. Theresa was born January 7, 1974, in Palm Springs to Dean and Theresa (Thomas) Mike. She attended Parkview Elementary School, Whatcom Middle School and was a 1992 graduate of Bellingham High School. She was a benefits administrator at the Spotlight 29, Casino of Indio, CA. A Prayer Service will be held Friday, September 26, 1997, 7:00 p.m. at Wexliem (Lummi Community Center), 2100 Lummi View Drive (near the Stommish Grounds), Lummi Nation. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, September 27, 1997, 9:00 a.m., at Wexliem, with the Reverend Tim Sauer, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Lummi Nation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 2039 Main St., Ferndale.
MILAM, Mark H. of 415 N. State St. died Sunday, March 28, 1993, at Highline Convalescent Center. He was 87. A private family service will be held before the memorial service, which will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at St. James Presbyterian Church with the Rev. John Trintenbach officiating. Born Oct. 8, 1905 in Ivan, Texas, to Walter and Ethel Milam, Mr. Milam graduated from San Diego Military Academy in San Diego. He later attended Arizona State University, where he played football. He married Virginia Reid in 1930. She died in 1959. Mr. Milam became personnel manager for Mobil Oil Co. in Ferndale in 1954. He married Ilene Hill seven years later. She died in 1989. Mr. Milam was a member of St. James Presbyterian Church, Bellingham Golf and
Country Club, and Elks Lodge No. 194. He enjoyed golfing and watching baseball and football. Survivors include sons Walter Milam of Los Angeles and Robert Milam of Kingsport, Tenn.; daughters Leila Terry and Anita Pierce, both of Bellingham; and 10 grandchildren. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MILBURN, Elbert Louis (Al), born January 17, 1933, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday May 24, 2006. Al was born in Hallock, MN and was raised in Duluth, MN and Fargo, ND. In 1954 Al married Joan Adele Larson at the First Methodist Church in Fargo, ND. Educational opportunities at the University of Washington brought Al and Joan out west and in 1960 Al and his family moved to Bellingham, WA where he accepted a teaching position at Bellingham High School. In 1966 Al transferred to the newly constructed Sehome High School where he continued to instruct and entertain for the next 22 years. Al loved the sea, good food and cloudy, rainy northwest weather. He was a curious person who loved languages, cooking and history. Upon
retiring in 1988 he spent many contented hours in his vegetable garden and darkroom. Al enjoyed taking trips to visit family and exploring Washington's out of the way places with his wife Joan. Al was an avid and talented photographer who encouraged all who agreed to be photographed by him to date and label the backs of their photographs and send a copy to their mother. Al's sense of humor was legendary and his concern and love for his friends and family was boundless. Al is survived by his loving wife of 52 years Joan, his daughter Julia Milburn and partner David Carlsen of Bellingham, WA, daughter Laura Milburn of Los Osos, CA, his sister Delores Coates and husband Glen Coates of Racine, WI, and numerous nephews and nieces. Al requested that there would be no service. Friends are invited to the Milburn home Sunday May 26 from 2 to 5 to share their stories and memories.
MILES, Caroline B. - A funeral Mass for Caroline B. Miles of Ferndale will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale, with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Miles died at home Monday, Feb. 16, 1998. She was 66. Born Jan. 4, 1932, to Clarence and Budion Dunkin Shelden in Douglas, Wyo., she lived in Whatcom County for 34 years. She married Wallace Miles June 1, 1948 in Deer Lodge, Mont. He died in 1996. Mrs. Miles enjoyed gardening, sewing and fishing. Survivors include daughters Margaret Gray, Debra Jonak, Kara Weber and Teddi Bryant, all of Ferndale; sons Paul Miles of Spokane and Lester Miles of Port Hadlock; brother D. J. Sheldon of Red Lodge, Mont.; sisters Nada Hendricks of Arizona and Teri Daily of Portland, Ore.; 19 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
MILES, Charles E. "Bud" of Clarkston died Sunday, Nov. 30, 1997, in Walla Walla. He was 76. A memorial service will be in Santa Rosa, Calif. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Oct. 13, 1921, in McIntosh, S.D., he grew up in Bellingham. He lived in Blaine for 24 years and Santa Rosa for 30 years before moving to Clarkston this year. Mr. Miles was a teacher at Bellingham Technical School. He retired in 1986. He was a member of Mount Jackson Masonic Lodge No. 295 and Vitruvious Masonic Lodge No. 145, both in California, Scottish Rites, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, The Commandry and International and Sonoma County Shrine Clowns. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Mary, of Clarkston; daughters Barbara Ives of Blaine, Sue Vanderpool of Fairfield, Calif., and Charlene Spratling of Santa Rosa; sisters Hazel Hoy of Clarkston and Betty Petersen of Wildemare, Calif.; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren.
MILLAY, Estella Wanda "Billy", 83, a Whatcom County resident for 56 years, died Friday at St. Luke's General Hospital following heart trouble. Mrs. Millay at 3548 Mack Road, Everson, was born March 18, 1906 in Columbus, Ohio. She moved to Whatcom County in 1933. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Auxiliary, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. She was well-liked by those who knew her. Survivors include three sons, Fred R. Millay, Darrell A. Millay, and Louis Millay, all of Everson; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Family services have been held. The body was cremated. Memorials may be made to the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Heart Fund.
MILLER, Albert John - 02/27/1929 - 09/05/2009 After a long struggle with cancer, Albert John Miller Jr. of Sumas, WA, age 80, died at his home on Saturday morning, September 5th, 2009 surrounded by family and friends. He was born in San Jose, CA on February 27, 1929. He was very successful in his professional life as an entrepreneur and inventor. Al is survived by his two sisters living in Arizona, two daughters, one step-daughter, one step-son, grandchildren, all living in California, and Alla Miller of Sumas, Washington , who loved and cared for him in his final moments. Services at Sumas Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Saturday 9/19. Celebration of Life immediately following at the Sumas Legion.
MILLER, Arthur H., age 81 of 2706 Ellis St., passed away at his home Monday evening, Dec. 22, (1975). He had been a resident for the past 75 years and was the retired owner of Miller & Sutherland Printing Co., longtime commissioner of the City Park Board, member of Whatcom Lodge No. 151 F&AM, Bellingham Central Lions Club and Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. Survived by his wife, Lenore Miller at home; 2 daughters, Mrs. DeLayne McCleod, Caldwell, Idaho, Mrs. Patsy Hosman of Omaha, Nebraska; 1 son, Donald Miller of Edmonds; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Mon., Dec. 29 at 1:30 p.m. within the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Duane Thompson officiating. Interment Bay View Cemetery.
MILLER, Barry L. – Barry L. Miller of Everson died Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2000, in Bellingham. He was 47. Mr. Miller was born Aug. 13, 1953, to Darrell and Florabelle (Dunnwoddie) Miller in Moses Lake. He worked as a contractor and was a member of Cornwall Park Church of God. A recovering alcoholic, he worked to help others stay clean and sober. He was preceded in death by his parents and by sister Cindy Miller. Survivors include brothers Gayle Miller of Springdale, Wash., Ed Miler of Redmond, Ore. and Kim Miller of Tacoma, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Cornwall Park Church of God. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Bellingham.
MILLER, Burleigh W., 59, Delta, B.C., Canada, passed away September 7, 1991 in Bellingham. He was born October 10, 1931 in St. Louis, Missouri. Survivors are his wife Cheryl Miller of Canada; sons, David Miller of Portland, OR, Ken and wife Connie and Dennis and wife Connie Miller of Bellingham, Burleigh Jr. and wife Linda of OR, Shayne and Ryan Miller of Delta, B.C.; brothers, Jerome and John S. Miller of CA; sisters, Geraldine Good and Mildred Miller of CA. Graveside service will be held 3:00 p.m. Friday, September 13, 1991 at Willamette National Cemetery, Portland, OR with full military honors. Local arrangements by Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.
MILLER, Dorothy C. "Dottie" age 68, a Sumas resident, passed away Friday, October 31, 1997 at her home after a long and courageous fight with cancer. Mrs. Miller was born on October 7, 1929 in Washington D.C. to Gibson and Flossie Hicks. The family lived in Washington D.C. for many years where she was raised. Dottie worked as a bookbinder for many years for several binderies in Maryland and Washington D.C. On March 15, 1948, she married Edward E. Miller, Sr. Together they lived and raised their children in Washington D.C., Maryland and for a few years in Virginia. After raising their children, Dottie and Eddie moved to Washington state in 1977 where they lived in Bellingham for 14 years before moving to Sumas. Dottie enjoyed playing Bingo, and spending time with her family and many friends, as well as helping others. She was always quick to offer a hand to anyone who needed it, such was her caring and loving nature. Relatives include her loving husband of 50 years, Edward E. Miller, Sr. of the family home; daughters Mary Williams and her husband Wilbur of Spotsylvania, VA, Sandy Seay and her husband Walter of Buena Park, CA; sons Edward E. Miller, Jr. and his wife Judy of Lynden, Bobby Miller of New York City, N.Y. and Michael D. Miller and his wife Melissa of Sumas, WA. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and her sister Flossie (Sis) Powers of Upper Marlboro, MD. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, James Carter Hicks and Gibson Ross Hicks. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 4, 1997 at Westford Funeral Home, 1301 Broadway, Bellingham. Burial will follow at Maple Falls Cemetery on the Silver Lake Road.
MILLER, Ethel M., 75, of 1756 E. Smith Road, died Monday (Feb. 25, 1980). She was born July 29, 1904 in Bellingham, and had lived in the Bellingham area most of her life. She was a charter member of the Folsom, Calif., Eagles auxiliary. Survivors
include her husband, M. J. Miller her mother, one brother, several cousins and nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Jones Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
MILLER, Frances Gragg - Private funeral services, followed by cremation, were held Monday at Jones Funeral Home for Mrs. Frances Gragg Miller, 822 Garden St., who died Saturday (Dec. 17, 1966)in Seattle. She was the widow of Edward H. Miller, longtime realtor here. A 60-year resident of Whatcom County, at one time she taught school in Custer. Mrs. Miller was a member of Sehome Chapter 17, O.E.S., and the First Church of Christ, Scientist, Bellingham, and the Mother Church in Boston. She is survived by two sons, John and Robert G., both of Bellingham; a daughter, Jean Miller, Seattle; five grandchildren, and three sisters, Miss Georgia P. Gragg, Bellingham, Miss Helen Gragg, Mercer Island, and Mrs. Frank Gilkey, Burlington.
MILLER, Helga, age 74 of Bellingham, WA died August 3, 1997 at Bellingham Health Care Center. She was born December 28, 1922 in Custer, WA, to Herman and Amanda (Wickland) Jern. Helga was a lifetime member of Whatcom Co. She attended Glen Echo Elementary School and graduated from Sumas-Nooksack High School in 1941. Helga married Ray Miller June 28, 1941 in Lynden, WA. She worked as a bookkeeper for Caroll Lindell and later for Shuksan Nursing Home, retirement in 1979. She was a member of the Elks Club and enjoyed fishing, RV camping and most of all her grandchildren. Preceded in death by her granddaughter, Laura Thelen in 1986; brothers, Eskil Jern and John Jern; and a sister, Alice Silves. Helga leaves to survive her husband, Ray Miller of Bellingham; daughter, Gloria Miller of Bellingham; grandson Troy Thelen of Woodburn, OR; great granddaughters, Amanda Busby of Snohomish, WA; sisters, Adelia Nielson and Clara Yonally of Bellingham; and a brother, Gunnar Jern of Alger, WA. Funeral services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel, 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 8, 1997. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MILLER, Henry Clair, 76, who came to Lynden in 1908 and lived here until he retired two years ago and moved to Bellingham died Tuesday (November 7, 1944) at a Bellingham hospital. He made his Bellingham home at 1023 Forest street. Mr. Miller was born at Carson City, Nevada, and lived for a time at Redding, Calif., before moving to Lynden. He is survived by the widow, Martha; two sons, Henry, of Glacier Star Route, and George D., of route 2, Lynden; four daughters, Mrs. Mabel Evelyn Welch, of Redmond, Ore.; Mrs. Edith Elizabeth Welch, of Snoqualmie; Mrs. Tillie Madeline Alison, of Oakland, and Mrs. Ora May Tennant, of Coquille, Ore.; two sisters, Mrs. Mary K. Legoe, of Oakland, formerly of Bellingham, and Mrs. Tena Duensin, of Magalia, Calif.; a half-brother in California and a half-sister in Alaska; nineteen grandchildren and thirty-two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m., at the Knapp & Knapp funeral home with interment following in Greenacres Memorial park.
MILLER, Hilda C., age 94, of 2726 Alderwood Ave., passed away in Bellingham, Tuesday, September 10, 1991. Born March 19, 1897 near Eau Claire, Wisconsin to Christian and Sophia Olsen; was a resident of Bellingham most of her life; employed at the Whatcom County Treasurer's Office for many years, starting with Treasurer Orland Iverson, Beulah Johnson, Hugh Cory and Landy Bowen, retiring several years ago. Member of Central Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by husband, Louis W. Miller in May, 1956 and son, Vernon L. Miller, October, 1983. Survived by 2 daughters: Dorothy and husband R. J. "Jim" Waters, Marilyn "Speedy" and husband Al Akins all of Bellingham; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Dora Holmes of Bellingham; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service Friday, September 13, 3:00 p.m. at Central Lutheran Church with Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MILLER, Jay B. passed away June 11, 2005 in Kennewick, WA. Jay was born Aug. 13, 1925 in Poteau, OK. He was one of 10 children. Jay moved to Washington in his late teens with his mother. He spent two years in the Navy and, on his return to Washington, found his love of cars. Jay spent the next 50-odd years in the service of automobiles. In 1958, he and his wife Margaret moved to Bellingham and bought a Texaco station across from Roeder School. In the late '60s, they sold that station and bought an ARCO station on Iowa street and kept it until the late '70s, when they sold it and took over A-1 Rentals on State Street. Jay was a member of the Moose Lodge, Eagles, Elks, Masonic Lodge, a patron for Eastern Star and a Father Advisor for Rainbow Girls. Jay was the president of the Evergreen Service Station Association and traveled all over the state during the gas wars of the '70s. Jay was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Margaret, in 1999. In 2001 he married Rita and found joy in her company until the last day of his life. Jay is survived by his son David Miller; daughters Kim Miller, Laurie Belanger, Sandra Broad, Jan Penny, Julie Crose; stepson Scott Calkins; stepdaughter Cherie Olson; his "unofficially adopted" son Bud Pritchard; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jay is also survived by his best friend, Frank "Tex" Sirmans. Jay was buried in Pueblo, CO, with Margaret. A memorial service will be held at the Bellingham Moose Lodge on July 9th from 1-4 p.m. at 1761 W. Bakerview Road.
MILLER, Joan Dale passed away on January 3, 2009. She was born on March 6, 1930 to James and Thora Whetter in Bottineau, North Dakota. Joan grew up around Bottineau and went to school in Gardena, ND until her freshman year. She attended Bottineau High school for one year. She spent her last years of high school and graduated in 1948 from Glenburn High. Joan attended Minot State Teachers College during the summer. Over the next few years, she taught at rural schools of Eckman, near Newburg, ND., and Clay Center, near Mohall, ND. She then went to Minot State for two years and was a member of the Tri Sigma sorority. Joan met her husband George, while teaching at Clay Center and they moved to Washington in 1953. She taught for the Blaine School District for one year in 1954-1955. She then got a teaching job at Nooksack Valley where she taught first grade from 1956 to 1979. Joan was an active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. She taught Sunday School and sang in the choir. Joan is survived of her husband of 54 years, George; son Sheldon of Ferndale, beloved grandsons Matthew and Andrew, and granddaughter Madison Miller of Blaine; sisters, Jean Vendsel of Minot, ND, Karen Whetter of Rolla, ND, and Mary Nordmark of Rolla, ND; brothers Donald Whetter of Antham, AZ, Jim Whetter of Bottineau, ND and Robert Whetter of Minot. Visitation will be held Thursday January 8th, from 1:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Moles Bayview Chapel at 2465 Lakeway Drive in Bellingham. A memorial service will be Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
MILLER, Leslie Ann Miller of Lynden passed away on Dec. 26, 2000. She was 38. Leslie was born in Bellingham to Jim Buckenmeyer and Linda Larsen on April 27, 1962. She moved with her family to Sitka, Alaska in 1968 and spent eight years in Alaska before moving to Deming in 1976. She graduated from Mount Baker High School in 1980. Afterward, she went on to earn an associate of arts degree at Skagit Valley College in 1982. She continued her life and career in Lynden. An animal and outdoors enthusiast, Leslie loved to take her children on camping, hiking and canoeing trips. She touched many lives through goodwill and charity. Survivors include three daughters of the family home, Jennifer Lynn Miller, and twins Briana Louise Whitman and Leah May Whitman; her parents Jim & Dawn Buckenmeyer and Swede and Linda Larsen; two sisters Jami Engholm and Anna Marie Ellis; and two nieces, Holly and Heather Engholm. Services were held Tuesday at the Faith Community Church on Birch Bay-Lynden Road. Graveside services and refreshments followed.
MILLER, Loretta Mae, beloved mother, grandmother, friend and neighbor passed on surrounded by the comforts of her longtime home the First Day of Winter, December 21, 2008. While born August 25, 1941 in Coos Bay, Oregon, Loretta grew up in Seattle swimming in Green Lake, eating at her favorite fish-n-chips place and making her way down to Dick's Drive-In to hang out with friends. Loretta started her life in Bellingham in 1965 at the corner house of Queen Street and Alabama, where she met Dennis, the father of her children Maria, Vernon and Denise. Another home on a corner became the family home in 1968. For 40 years, Loretta created a home for her children on Russell Street and West North that was full of love, laughter and the richness of life's wonders. Seldom without a cup of coffee and a book, Mom was a voracious reader who passed on her love of reading, inquisitive nature and sense of curiosity to her children. Creativity was nurtured as Mom explored everything from watercolors and ceramics to knitting and needlepoint to sewing and quilting. Mom was also proud that both of her girls cooked well and "could put a decent meal together." Whether out walking her dogs or working her gardens, Loretta was a familiar and friendly face to all with her inescapable spirit a welcoming fixture in the neighborhood. Being invited to children's birthday parties was great fun as she was a kind of surrogate grandma to many. She even earned the nickname "Letter Retta" from a then very little boy who is now a "tall very nice young man." One of the highlights of the year for Loretta was the Russell Street 4th of July Block Party were the streets were blocked off for children's parades, games, safe fireworks, potlucks and just plain conversation and togetherness. In keeping with Loretta's wishes "and not having a fuss at a funeral home," the Russell Street neighborhood she watched over for forty years will gather for a "Celebration of Loretta's Spirit" and invite family and friends to Laurel and Tim's home at 2622 Russell St., 3-5 p.m. on New Year's Day. Loretta is survived by her three children, Maria, Vernon and Denise, a grandson R. J. and a friendly ex-husband Dennis. Longtime friend Loretta Mae will also be holding her memory dear.
MILLER, Lynn, age 81, 2510 Lakeway Drive, passed away at home Thursday, August 29, (1963). Mr. Miller was employed by the Columbia Valley Lumber Co. prior to his retirement; was a member of the Congregational Church; Lumber and Sawmill Workers' Union, Local No. 2667; the 20th Century Club and the Library Forum. Survivors are his widow, Mayme O., at home; two sons, Lynn B., Bellevue; Alan O. of Eugene, Oregon; three grandchildren; three brothers, Lewis A. Miller, Nooksack; Dr. Hugh Miller, New York City, N.Y.; Dr. Carey Miller, Harrisburg, Pa.; sisters, Mrs. George Betts, Kelowna, B.C.; Mrs. Will E. Froude, Seattle and a cousin, Claude Miller at Glacier. The remains rest at the Jones Funeral Home where services will be conducted by Rev. Don Lamka Tuesday, September 3 at 3:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park.
MILLER, Mame A., age 88 of 1515 Austin Lane, passed away Friday Jan. 27, (1978). A Bellingham resident for 45 years, she was a member of Skykomish Chapter Order of Eastern Star. She is survived by her husband, Chester, 2 brothers, Webster Allen and Steinman Allen both of Wenatchee; 1 sister, Lorena Peck of Arcada, Calif., 17 nieces and nephews; 30 grandnieces & nephews; 6 great-grandnieces & nephews. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Grant Whipple, Wed. Feb. 1 at 1 p.m. at the Geneva Community Church. Private family entombment service will follow at Greenacres Mausoleum. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
Miller, Matthew Jim, 91, 1756 East Smith Road, died Tuesday (Nov. 5, 1985) at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. Mr. Miller was born Feb. 28, 1894 in Whatcom County. He moved to Alaska in 1923 and for many years was chief engineer at a frozen fish plant in Pelican. He returned to Whatcom County in 1960. A veteran of U.S. Army service in World War I, Mr. Miller was also a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local No. 843. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Cemetery with the Rev. Ben Pruett officiating.
MILLER, Michael L., 54, of Deming, Washington, formerly of Kevin, Montana died Wednesday, Aug 1, 2007 in Seattle due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. His funeral will be 11 a.m. Thursday August 9 at the Sunburst Methodist Church in Sunburst, MT. Visitation will be 1-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Whitted Funeral Chapel in Shelby, MT. Survivors include his wife Mary Miller of Deming; his mother and step-father Leroy and Myrtle Meyer of Sunburst; his children Mark (Marcie) Kuhl of Ferndale, WA, Josh (Darcy) Miller of Nooksack, WA, and Hunter Miller of Deming; his brothers Sidney Miller of San Jose, CA, Alton Miller of Rawlins, WY, Harvey Miller of Wall, SD, Rodney Miller of Kalispell, MT, and Kenny Miller of Great Falls, MT and a sister Shirley Miller of Sweet Grass, MT. Also surviving are his grandchildren Sarah Jacobs of Great Falls, MT, Jocelyn and Derek Kuhl of Ferndale, WA and Michael L. Miller of Nooksack, WA. He also is survived by Michael Hesla, James Czech and Jason Miller whom he treated like his sons. He was preceded in death by his father Leonard Miller and a brother Larry Miller. He was born Oct 26, 1952 in Shelby to Leonard and Myrtle (Lunda) Miller. He attended schools in Sunburst and Sweet Grass and served in U.S. Army during Vietnam. After his discharge from the service he returned to Sunburst and worked in the oil fields. He married Mary Wolf on August 16, 1978 in Dodge City, Kansas. They settled in Kevin where he continued to work in the oil patch. In 2002 they moved to Phoenix and in 2003 to Deming, Washington, where he worked as a truck driver and
heavy equipment operator and so he could be closer to his sons as well. He was a member of H.O.G., the N.R.A., the Mt. Baker Motorcycle Club, A.M.A., and the Pac-West C.M.C. He enjoyed hunting, motocross, shrimping, working in his shop and riding his Harley. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
MILLER, Nancy Lee - A memorial service for Nancy Lee Miller of 1233 Humboldt St. will be at 4 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with Bruce Miller officiating. Her ashes will be placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Ms. Miller died at home Tuesday, June 10, 1997. She was 51. Born June 20, 1945, to Elwood and Barbara Vance Miller in Rock Island, Ill., she graduated from Springdale High School in 1964. A sergeant in the Army in Colorado Springs, Colorado, she worked in data processing. Ms. Miller lived in Whatcom County for 20 years. Survivors include her mother of Ferndale; sisters Dorothy Bryan of Waitts Lake, Marjorie Miller of Tacoma, Ramona Morgan of Ferndale, Julie Rothwell of Blaine and Angela Boyer of Ferndale; brothers Bruce Miller of Tacoma and Brian Miller of Bellingham; and numerous other relatives.
MILLER, Paul J. of Bellingham died Tuesday, June 20, 2000. He was 77. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Birchwood Presbyterian Church. Mr. Miller was born in Los Angeles on Jan 26, 1923 to Paul C. and Florence Miller, the oldest of three sons. He married Betty Jane Everett in 1943, then served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II as a personal aide to Commodore Britain. After the war, Mr. Miller took over California Floral Co. in Los Angeles, a business his father founded in 1914. He served as president of the Southern California Floral Association and was involved in the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena, Calif. He also served as president of University Park Kiwanis Club. After his years in the floral industry, he became active in the boating industry in Long Beach, Calif. In 1980, he moved to Bellingham where he opened Paul Miller Sailboats in Squalicum Harbor. Mr. Miller was involved with Northwest Baptist Church, Geneva Community Church and Birchwood Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his wife; son David Paul Miller of Denver; daughter Christie Miller of Bellingham; brothers Stan Miller of La Quinta, Calif., and James Miller of Palm Desert, Calif.; two granddaughters; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.
MILLER, Raymond W., age 74, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away Monday, December 29, 2008, in Bellingham, WA. Ray was born on April 30, 1934, in Ferndale, Washington, to Ray and Ruby (Youngdyke) Miller. Ray graduated from Meridian High School in 1952. He served in the U.S. Air Force for 20 years. He served in the Vietnam War and received the Distinguished Flying Cross. He was a Flight Engineer and Instructor, retiring in 1973 as a Master Sergeant. Ray married his high school sweetheart, Sandra McCann, in Sacramento, CA. Ray worked in the maintenance department at St. Joseph Hospital for 5 years. He traveled to the Virgin Islands for American Airlines as maintenance chief then spent time as maintenance director in Fairbanks, AK; Burbank, CA; Tucson, AZ; then finally in Washington State for various airlines. His hobbies included classic cars, love of music, air shows, spending time outdoors, and his number one love - spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Dallas and Allan. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sandra; daughters, Sue (Tom) Holland, and Nancy (Bill) Garr; grandchildren, Raymond
and Christy Holland, Rob and Ryan Garr, and Shannon (Anthony) Gardiner; sisters, Linda (Allen) Pedersen, and Debbie (Kelly) Rorvig; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Visitation will be begin at 11:30 a.m., Monday, January 5, 2009, at Moles Family Funeral Home in Ferndale, 2039 Main St. with a funeral service to follow at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be at Enterprise Cemetery. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory – Ferndale.
MILLER, Theodora K., age 73 of Lynden passed away Saturday, July 19, (1969) in a local hospital. She is survived by her two sons, Eugene of Lynden, Neal of Puyallup; two step-sons, Walter George of Aberdeen and Cecil of Nevada; two daughters, Mrs. Kathleen Hall of Burns Lake, B.C., and Mrs. Marjorie Whittier of Kent and a step-daughter, Mrs. Florence O'Malley of Bellingham;; two brothers, William and Henry Ripperda of Lynden; five sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Bengston of Seattle, Mrs. Grace Dekker and Mrs. Augusta Strecker both of California, Mrs. Josephine Medcalf and Mrs. Virginia Crain, both of Bellingham; 16 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, July 24 at 2:00 p.m. in Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Lynden Cemetery.
MILLER, Vernon F. (Baney), age 85 of Bellingham, died Monday, December 22, 1997. He was born October 18, 1912 in Ferndale to Claude and Maude (Anderson) Miller. Mr. Miller, a lifetime Whatcom County resident, owned and operated Pioneer Tavern for twenty-five years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, card playing, gardening, and spending time with his family. Mr. Miller is survived by his wife, Josephine (Youngedyk) Miller; daughters Marlene and husband Robert Jackson of Bellingham, Beverly Hartley of Bellingham; sons LeRoy and wife Audrey Miller of Hobson, MT, Dennis Mill of Bellingham; sister-in-law Ruby Miller of Bellingham; fifteen grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter Laurie Jackson York in 1991. Visitation will be Friday, December 26, 1997, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, December 29, 1997, 1:00 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery with Pastor Al Currier officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MILLER, Winston C. - There will be no local service for Winston C. Miller of Sedro-Woolley. Mr. Miller died Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2001, at Life Care Center of Skagit Valley in Sedro-Woolley. He was 85. Born Sept. 11, 1915, to Clifford S. and Dora M. (Conrad) Miller in Ferndale, he lived in Whatcom County most of his life until moving nine years ago to Sedro-Woolley. Mr. Miller married Esther Krenz. Mr. Miller was a farmer. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping. Survivors include his wife of Sedro-Woolley, sisters Audrey Poirier of Sedro-Woolley and Merle Brown of Marysville and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are byWhatcom Cremation & Burial.
MILLMORE, Helen Mae Norman of Bellingham died at home Wednesday, Jan. 15, 1997. She was 76. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Mrs. Millmore was born May 27, 1920, to Roy R. and May Garrow Norman in New York City. An employee of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Service, she also was a volunteer medical worker and a Sunday school teacher. She moved to Bellingham two and a half years ago. she went to Bellingham Senior Activity Center and enjoyed walking, bingo, gardening, traveling and reading. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Millmore, in 1992. Survivors include sons Roger Combs of Aberdeen and Fletcher Combs Jr. of Pennsylvania; daughters Carolyn Combs of Guam, Linda Combs of Farmersville, Ohio, and Cynthia Sofka of Bellingham; sister Dorothy Cruse of California; two grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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MILLS, Joseph Paul (Joe, JP) died at home August 12, 2003. Born April 29, 1928 to Joseph and Oberia Mills of Ridge, MT, Joe moved to Washington State in 1935. He attended school in Blaine, then moved to Seattle and drove city bus in the 40's and 50's. He came back to Blaine in 1958 and did various jobs until 1971 when he was hired at Intalco Aluminum Corporation in Ferndale, until he retired in 1990. Joe is survived by his wife Ramona Mills of the family home in Blaine, two sons: David Humbert of Ferndale and Dallas Mills of Blaine, and five daughters: Wendy Brann of Lynden, Paula Ammons of Blaine, Tamara Smith of Lynden, Kimberly Buckley of California and Karla Eames of Bellingham numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Open house and memory sharing will be September 5th, 2:00 p.m. at the Blaine Senior Center.
MILLSPAUGH, Charles Richard passed away Wednesday, August 27, 1997, peacefully in his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 65. Charles was born December 20, 1931, in Keokuk, Iowa, to Russell and Bernice (Dodge) Millspaugh. He joined the Navy in 1950 and was stationed in Alaska and Whidbey Island, he met and married Donna Quanz on April 16, 1954, and decided that Washington was the place to settle because he enjoyed the rain and the natural beauty. He was discharged from the Navy in May 1954 and started working for Georgia Pacific in June of 1954, retiring in 1993. A devoted sports fan from childhood to his final days, Charlies will be remembered for his undying love for his wife Donna and his unconditional love for his children. Many friends and family members will remember him for his generosity. Survivors include his wife Donna of 43 years; daughters, Debra Britt and husband Jim of Laurel, Cindy Lawrence and husband Ken of Acme, Kelly Gollen and husband Russell of Nagoya, Japan; son Mark Millspaugh and Shelley Osborn of Bellingham; eleven deeply loved grandchildren; brother Russell Millspaugh and wife Jeanne of Florida; sister Elaine Adams and husband Bill of Keokuk, Iowa; Uncle Clifford Millspaugh and wife Millie of Florida; Aunt Elizabeth Millspaugh of Keokuk; numerous nieces and nephews and in-laws. He was preceded in death by both parents and younger sister, Clarine Roxlav. All friends and family are invited for a gathering at Charles and Donna Millspaugh's home from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 2 1997. Visitation Monday, September 1, 1997, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Tuesday, September 2, 1997, 10:00 a.m. to noon at Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
MILLSPAUGH, Donna Doreen passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 17, 2007, in the comfort of her home after a long courageous battle with osteoporosis. She was 73, born in Speed, Kansas on October 18, 1933, to Howard and Lola Seeger Quanz. Donna was the second of seven children and is the first sibling to join her parents in eternal peace. The family moved from Kansas to Washington State when Donna was in the sixth grade. She graduated from Bellingham High School in 1951. She worked at the Leopold Hotel and Sears. Donna met Charles Millspaugh by accident, when he arrived for a blind date with her roommate Pat. Charles and Donna began dating while Charles was stationed at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station. They dated only six
months. Their courtship resulted in marriage on April 16, 1954. Donna desperately missed her husband Charles who preceded her in death by ten years. Donna will be remembered as a feisty woman of small stature who could out work most of her peers. Her devotion and love for her family gave her strength and pleasure. Donna is survived by her four children: Debbi (Jim) Britt, Cindy (Ken) Lawrence Kelly (Russ) Golen, and Mark Millspaugh; grandchildren Zack (Casey) Lawrence, Scott (Michelle) Britt, Glori (Erik) Sleveland, Janell (Craig) Swanson, Jeff (Aubree) Lawrence, Kelsie (Andy) Eberli, Carri Gollen, Jasmine Lawrence, Russell Gollen, Dakota Millspaugh, and Angella Millspaugh; great-grandchildren Kaylea Sleveland, Kamryn Lawrence, Gabriel Lawrence, Tanner Sleveland, Ashlynn Avance, Morgan Britt and Vance Lawrence; and six siblings: sisters Leita Beth (Bill) Nieshe, Perlene (Darrell) Johnson, Billey and (Al) Force, brother John (Cathy) Quanz, and sisters Sally (Sam) Siverson, and Dina (Larry) Woracek. Donna will be remembered by her in-laws: Russell and Jeanne Millspaugh, Bill Roxlau, Elaine Leu, and Jean Quanz. Her family invites you to come and celebrate her life at the James Street Estates Clubhouse at 3802 James Street on Saturday, August 25 from 1 to 5 p.m. "We Love You Mom" "I love you too, baby"
MILNE, Earl W., age 87, of Bellingham, WA passed away Monday, March 3, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. Born February 8, 1910 in Bellingham to Emery and Zelia (Frisbie) Milne, he was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. In 1927 he secured a book binding company, working there for many years. After WWII he was employed by Union Printing Company. In 1970 he went to work for W.W.U. in the library where he mended & restored books until 1993. A member of the Book Binders Union where he served as president for many years. He married Helen Belkie in Bellingham on November 28, 1932. On their last anniversary, they confirmed their vows with a ring exchange. Mr. Milne was a wonderful father and husband. Survived by his wife Helen; daughter, Jeanne Nelson, son, Duane Milne; brother, Clarence Milne, all of Bellingham [and] grandson Travis Nelson of Tacoma; many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service Friday, March 7, 1997, 2:00 p.m. Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Private family burial in Bayview Cemetery.
MINGE, Marvin J. - Visitation for Marvin J. Minge of Bellingham will from 1 to 5 pm Sunday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, David Crook Officiating, followed by burial in Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Minge died Wednesday, Aug. 25, 1999, in Bellingham. He was 91. Born June 23, 1908, to John and Mary (Pederson) Minge in Fergus Falls, Minn., he had been a Bellingham resident for 83 years. He loved traveling, playing cribbage and pinochle and listening to music. His first wife, Bertha (Unick), and daughter, Marna Montoure, died previously. Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Bernice (Hamilton) Minge, of the family home; sons John Minge of Bellingham, Michael Ryan-Minge of California and Ron Minge of New York; stepsons Kenneth Campbell of Washington, Scott and Cameron Campbell, both of Alaska, and Lorn Campbell of North Dakota; 21 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
MINGEE, Antoinette L. "Toni", age 51 of Blaine, WA, passed away at her home Tuesday, April 25, (2006). Toni was born on April 18, 1955 and is survived by her loving husband, Robert; daughter Marlaand and husband David; grandkids William and Kimi; mother Augusta Strickland and husband Edward; father Emilio DeLucia and wife Delores; seven brothers; and numerous other relatives and friends. No services will be held at her request.
MINNINGER, Matt of Bellingham, born February 26, 1927, in New York City, passed away on July 20, 2007, at his home at the age of 80. Matt is survived by his lovely wife, Lynne, and two wonderful children, Heidi Rasmussen, Seattle, and Mike Minninger, Bellingham, and four cute grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers, Bob and Tom Minninger of Michigan. He was preceded in death by his marvelous parents, Frank and Evelyn Minninger, who lived in Sun City Center, Florida. Together with his wife, Lynne, they founded and built the billboard advertising firm Dynamic Sign Company from which they retired in 2000 after 18 successful years. Matt was also a real estate broker and owned Matthew Realty Company. Matt served two years in the U.S. Navy during WWII, attended Michigan State University, was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Bellingham Elks Lodge #194, and Bellingham Dixieland Jazz Society in which he was quite active. Matt enjoyed playing with his four precious grandchildren, and he also enjoyed dancing to Dixieland Jazz music with his wonder dance and life-partner, his wife, Lynne. Private family graveside services were held at Woodlawn Cemetery.
MIREAU, Dwight James, 21, of Marietta was killed Saturday (Aug. 8, 1964) morning when he was run over by an eastbound
vehicle on Lummi Shore Road about a quarter mile west of Marietta. The State Patrol said Mireau was lying in the eastbound lane of traffic on the highway when he was hit by a 1955 sedan driven by Clyde Jones, 22, of Marietta. It was Whatcom County's 10th traffic fatality in 1964. The Patrol was continuing investigation. The accident occurred about 4:30 a.m., according to the Patrol. He is survived by his mother, Rose Mary Placid, of Marietta; a brother, Phillip, in San Francisco, and one sister, Mrs. Toby Cummings, of San Francisco. Mireau was a student at the Institute of American Indian Arts at Santa Fe, N. Mex. Holy Mass will be offered by Father Kevin Coyle in St. Joachim's Catholic Church at 9:30 a.m. Monday. Interment will follow in the Lummi Cemetery under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
MISANES, Inauncio Ordonio - Custer farmer - An evening service for Inauncio Ordonio "Benny" Misanes of Custer will be 7 tonight at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Lummi Neighborhood Facility. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery. The Revs. Vincent Misanes and Gerald Misanes will officiate at both services. Mr. Misanes of 3051 Main Street died Saturday, March 19, 1994, at his home. He was 84. Born Jan. 7, 1910, to Ordonio and Carlata Misanes in Pangasinan, Philippines, he moved to California in 1929, where he worked as a railroad builder and as a farm worker in vegetable fields, berry fields and fruit orchards. Mr. Misanes moved to Whatcom County 43 years ago and farmed on the Lummi Reservation for years. He bought farmland in Custer in 1968 and continued to raise fruit, berries and vegetables. He also worked at Joe's Garden in Bellingham and assisted other farmers, including D. Illman and Steve Hovander in Ferndale. He married Virginia Hermoso on April 8, 1975, in Manila, Philippines. Mr. Misanes did volunteer work, bagging sand and helping when the Nooksack River threatened to flood, and volunteered goods and time to community needs and his church. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons David Misanes, Vince Misanes, Henry Misanes and Gerald Misanes, all of Lummi, and Ray Misanes of Darrington; daughters Linda Paul and Janice Shanburn of Lummi; a brother and sisters in the Philippines; 19 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and other relatives. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale.
MITCHELL, Donald Dean of Bellingham died Monday, Feb. 24, 1997, St. Joseph Hospital. He was 75. At his request, no service will be held. Born Nov. 4, 1921, to George and Blanche Abbott Mitchell in O'Neill, Neb., he moved to Whatcom County in 1940. Mr. Mitchell served in the Merchant Marines during World War II as a cook. He worked as a manager for J. C. Penney, Kale Cannery, Lynden Berry Growers, Bellingham Frozen Foods, San Juan Seafoods and as a cook for the Leopold Hotel. Mr. Mitchell perfected a three-bean salad sauce in the 1960s used by the major canners. During the 1980s, he became well-respected internationally, with clients in Europe and along the Pacific Rim, including Japan. Mr. Mitchell was preceded in death by first wife, Marjorie, in 1974. Survivors include his wife, Clara, of Bellingham, daughters Donna and Candi, son James, sister Phyllis Thorp of Bellingham, brother Bob Mitchell of Sumas, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
MITCHELL, Ilene May (Collins) passed on August 29th, 2009, of cancer. Born June 14, 1929, to George and Delia Duffey, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her death was her husband Mike Collins, daughter Barbara Ingram, grandson Miquel Palma. Survived by daughters Margie (Art) Johnson, Lorri (Randy) Postlewait, special grandson Caesar Palma and other grandchildren and great-grandchild, her brother Patrick (Claudia) Duffey, sister Georgia Bowman and many nieces and nephews, and a very special friend, Wally Bastian. Ilene requested there be no services, but the immediate family invites relatives and their close friends who knew Ilene to celebrate her life from 1-4:00 p.m. on September 12th at Lorri's house.
MITCHELL, Joseph H. - Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel for Joseph H. Mitchell, a lifetime resident of Deming. Burial will be at Saxon Cemetery, with a reception to follow at Deming Presbyterian Church. Visitation is scheduled for 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. today, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Mitchell died Thursday (May 4, 1989) in Bellingham. He was 94. Born June 10, 1894 in Deming, he was a World War I veteran, a member of Acme American Legion Post No. 226 and a 50-year member of Operating Engineers and Carpenters Union, Local 302. Mitchell enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends. He was a member of Deming Presbyterian Church, Broadway United Presbyterian Church and also attended Bellingham Church of God. Mitchell was preceded in death by his wife
of 49 years, Jessie; a sister, Margaret Carlson of Los Angeles and a daughter, Josephine Mitchell of Deming. He is survived by two sons, James C. Mitchell of Deming and J. Patrick Mitchell of Kirkland; a sister, Sadie Foss of Los Angeles; and seven grandchildren.
MITCHELL, Joyce Irene - No public services will be held at this time for Joyce Irene (Messick) Mitchell of Bellingham. Mrs. Mitchell died Monday, Sept. 25, 2000, at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle. She was 67. Born Sept. 14, 1933, to Charles Robert and Ida Olga (Stenerson) Messick in Bellingham, she was raised here and graduated from Bellingham High School. Mrs. Mitchell was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1881 in Cheyenne, Wyo. She enjoyed gardening. Her brother Charles "Buzz" Messick died previously.
Survivors include daughters Pamela J. Mitchell of Seattle and Debra Lee O'Grady of Missouri sisters Doris Pilkey and Sylvia Ostrander, both of Bellingham and three grandchildren. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
MITCHELL, Merle W. "Pat", age 54 of Everson, passed away suddenly on Tues., July 19, (1977) . Born in O'Neill, Nebraska, Mr. Mitchell moved to Everson from Burlington and for the past 16 years, owned and operated the Everson Drug. Mr. Mitchell, who was family and community service oriented, had studied pre-med in Tuscaloosa, Alabama where he met his wife, Pauline. They were married in Seattle, Oct. 8, 1946. He was also a veteran of WWII and in 1948 graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in pharmacy. Mr. Mitchell had been very active in the Pioneer Athletic Club. Besides his wife, Pauline, he is survived by 3 sons, Jeffrey and his wife, Nadine in Eugene, Ore., Mark in Bellingham and Michael at home; 3 grandsons, Aaron, Matthew and Nicholas Mitchell; 2 brothers, Don Mitchell of Bellingham and Robert A. Mitchell of Sumas; 2 sisters, Mrs. Phyllis Thorp of Bellingham and Mrs. Margaret Hill of Burlington; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, July 22 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden with Rev.'s David Mann and Neil Higbee officiating. Burial will follow in Nooksack Cemetery. Friends wishing may call at the Gillies Funeral Home until 9 p.m. Thursday or from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Friday.
MITCHELL, Moses A., age 81 of Bellingham, died January 10, 1998 at Harbor View Medical Center, Seattle, WA, following an auto accident. He was born September 1, 1916 in Orchard, Nebraska to Allen and Annie (Powers) Mitchell. Mr. Mitchell served in the U.S. Army 1942-1945 and was a WWII Veteran. He married Francis E. Wuscher in 1942 in Mt. Vernon, WA. Mr. Mitchell worked in the Bloedel Donovan saw mill for 20 years. He was a member of the Puget Sound Lumberman's Assoc. and past member of V.F.W. Mr. Mitchell was an avid Bellingham Semi Pro Baseball fan missing only one game in 45 years. He also enjoyed fishing and playing cards. Preceded in death by his wife Francis Mitchell in 1966. He leaves to survive his son, Allen Mitchell and wife Angelika of Everett, WA; a brother, Robert Mitchell of Loveland, CO; sisters, Beulah Dickinson and Nevia Henry both of Sedro Woolley, WA. Funeral services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel 11:30 a.m. Thursday, January 15 1997 (sic). Westford Funeral Home.
MITCHELL, Powell William of Bellingham died Sunday, Jan. 5, 1997. He was 83. A memorial service will be held in Packwood. Born April 12, 1913, to John and Elfie Mitchell in Japton, Ark., he married Ruth Peterson on Dec. 8, 1939, in Lewiston, Idaho. Mr. Mitchell lived in Bellingham for four years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and mushrooming. Survivors include his wife; sons Lloyd Mitchell and Michael Mitchell, both of Snoqualmie; daughters Pamela McLean of Bellingham and Tamara Bradford of Kirkland; sister Rowena Duncan; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MITCHELL, Richard C. – At the request of his family, there will be no services for Richard Charles "Dick" Mitchell of Blaine. Mr. Mitchell died Thursday, May 11, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 74. Born June 26, 1925 to Otto O. and Elsie (Birr) Mitchell in Detroit, he had been a Whatcom County resident for 12 years. Mr. Mitchell served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Vietnam War and retired as a commander from the U.S. Naval Reserve. On April 13, 1951, he married Pat Warner in San Diego. In 1987, he retired from Santa Clara County, Calif., where he had served as an emergency services coordinator, and moved to Whatcom County. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughters Katie Anear of LaJolla, Calif.; Maggie Mitchell of Santa Barbara, Calif.; and Suzy Williams, of Gilbert, Ariz.; son Charlie Mitchell of New York; and sister Eve Hern of Foster City, Calif. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
MITCHELL, Terrance "Terry," age 65 of Bellingham, passed away Oct 18, 2006 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born Mar 13, 1941 in Chicago, IL to Robert and Ellen Mitchell. In his early years he enjoyed sports cars, boating and playing golf. Terry's interest in Spanish Exploration and legends such as the Sasquatch brought him to the Pacific Northwest. Terry was a historian, toy inventor, property manager, artist and entrepreneur. Some of his notable inventions include the "Slurp" rated Toy of the Year in 1966 and the Rocketbal/GoFrrr Ball. The family wishes to thank the Whatcom Hospice staff and his close friends for their loving care and support during the last few months. Terry was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Bob. He is survived by his brother Dennis (wife Bonnie) Mitchell of New Brighton, MN, brother Jim (wife Marsha) Mitchell of Vadnais Heights, MN, sister-in-law Grace Mitchell of Shoreview, MN, aunt Eleanor Boyle of Lansing, IL and nieces Kristin, Michelle, Christine and Kelly. Family Services were held.
MITZELFELDT, James, age 45 of Bellingham, passed away Thursday, April 26, 1984. He is survived by his wife, Marlene of Bellingham; sons, Christopher (Kit) of Vancouver, Wa., Eric of Lynden, Mark of Bellingham; 5 daughters, Theresa Hilton and husband Randy of Oregon, Tina Abbink, and husband Walter of Brewster, WA., Athena Weimer and husband Lane of Maple Falls, twins, Christina and Carlena Mitzelfeldt of Bellingham; father Roland W. Mitzelfeldt Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin; mother, Doris Lawrence of Perris, Calif.; grandmother, Hilda Lawrence, Oregon; 3 grandchildren; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces & nephews. He attended and was an elder of Lynden Gospel Hall, was a past Cub & Scout leader of Mt. Baker Dist., was a truck driver of Bornstein Seafoods for 25 years. Services will be held Tuesday afternoon. Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
MITZELFELDT, Jeremiah Benjamin, 3, son of Eric and Carol Mitzelfeldt, of Omak, Wash., died Saturday, Sept. 26, 1992 at
Harborview Medical Center in Seattle following an accident at the family home. The family was packing to move back to Lynden. Services are pending at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden.
MOE, Donna E., 71, of 409 York St., died Tuesday (Dec. 29, 1987) of cancer. She was born Sept. 18, 1916 in Washington, and lived in Bellingham for 18 years. Survivors include two sons, Leigh Niblock of Bellingham and Lynn Wanzak of Kodiak Alaska; a daughter, Lissa Coffelt of Custer; a stepsister, Catherine Rollins of Bellingham; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two nieces. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Cemetery with the Rev. Tim Johnson of Sunrise Baptist Church officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
MOA, Linda Louise - A funeral for Linda Louise Moa of Lynden will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Mrs. Moa died Friday, Oct. 31, 1997, in Lynden. Born July 5, 1956, to Herbert and Hanna Pantzar Manuel in Burnaby, B.C., she enjoyed baseball, gardening and helping people. Survivors include her husband, Randy, her parents, sister Liisa Szczotko, brother Dennis Manuel, two nephews and one niece.
MOBERG, Donald A. - Visitation for Donald A. Moberg of Bellingham will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will start at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Nooksack Cemetery, with military honors by American Legion Post No. 7 of Bellingham. A memorial gathering will follow at 1 p.m. at the post, 1688 W. Bakerview Road. Clayton Gorrie will officiate. Mr. Moberg died Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2000, in Bellingham. He was 73. Born Dec. 8, 1927, in Bellingham to Harry and Althea (Jones) Moberg, Mr. Moberg served in the U.S. Army. He married Betty Anne Graham on Sept. 12, 1950, in Bellingham. Mr. Moberg worked at Sanitary Meat, owned and operated Marine Drive Hardware and Supply and worked for Whatcom County's road department for 20 years. He was a volunteer firefighter in Marietta. He loved working with wood, telling stories and visiting friends. Survivors include his wife, of Bellingham daughter Marylee Moberg-White of Bellingham sons Michael Moberg and Frederick Moberg, both of Bellingham sister Mary Ann Walker of Mount Vernon his mother, of Bellingham a granddaughter and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
MOBERG, Kristina M., a Bellingham resident since 1948, passed away June 8, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. Born September 30, 1904 in Floen, Sweden to Staffan and Anna Berglund. She immigrated to Canada in 1928, where she met and married Charlie Moberg in Edmonton, Alberta, a union that would last over 64 years. She was preceded in death by Charlie in November 1994. She is survived by her sons and spouses: Tom and Lee of Renton; Rae and Jean of Sedro Woolley; six grandchildren: Lisa, Cory, Linda, Tami, Deborah and Connie; eleven great-grandchildren: Sean, Anthony, Ryan, Cory, Jason, Logan, Julia, Jenell, Jennifer, Lacie and Carley. She is also survived by sisters and brothers in Sweden: Wivi Eden of Stockholm, Lage Berglund of Langa, and Karl Berglund of Alvdalsasen. Her happy and full life was spent being a wife, mother, and grandparent. There in no one in the family, including many friends, who does not have something that was knitted, sewn, crocheted or embroidered by her, be it wool socks or slippers. In later years all the grandchildren have received knitted blankets. She surely will be missed by all who knew her. She was a member of two Swedish organizations, the Harjedalens' Gillet and vasa Lodge #396. Visitation will be Wednesday 9-5 and Thursday, June 12, in the chapel of Westford Funeral Home. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MOCK, Dawn Elizabeth, aged 47 years, passed away at a local hospital, Saturday, September 27, (1941) following a long illness. Mrs. Mock had resided here for forty years and was a member of the Garden Street Methodist Church. Surviving relatives are her husband, Clarence A., one son, Richard, and one daughter, Kathleen, all at home; her father, Thomas Jennings of this city, and one sister, Mary Prichard, at Oakland, Calif. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. James E. Milligan, Tuesday, September 30, at 3 p.m. Cremation.
MODICA, Mary Elma Pemberton Byers, age 91 of Bellevue, passed away January 17, 1998 at the Mercer Island Care Center after a short illness. Mrs. Byers was born to William and Loucella Pemberton in Bellingham, WA on March 6, 1906. Her father was a Superior Court Judge in Whatcom County and she grew up in Bellingham spending summers on Lake Whatcom where the family had a cabin in Geneva on the water. When the Judge was elected to the Supreme Court the family, including her brothers Joseph and William, and her sister Katherine, moved to Olympia where Mary graduated from High School in 1924. She attended Bellingham Normal School (now WWU) and got a job in Seattle at the old Broadway High School where she met her first husband, Norris (Sonny) Byers. They lived on Mercer Island for many years raising three children and vacationing in the summers at a small cabin on Birch Bay. After her first husband died, she married Vincent Modica when she was 80 years old. They enjoyed going to the Opera and traveling to Italy where Mr. Modica was born and raised. After Mr. Modica's death, she moved to Bellevue, residing at the Crossroads Retirement Center for the last 4 years until her recent illness. Preceded in death by her older brother Joseph and her younger sister Katherine, she is survived by her younger brother Dr. William Pemberton of Mill Valley, CA. Surviving children include her daughter, Sydnia Kanitz of Lake Oswego, OR; daughter Karen Evanson and her husband Ben of Bellingham; son William Byers and his wife Charlotte of Lancashire, England; 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. A private service will be held Saturday, January 31, 1998 at Washelli cemetery, followed by a family get-together at a local restaurant to celebrate Mary's life.
MOEHN, Calvin Mark - A Celebration of the Life of Calvin Mark Conrad Moehn will take place on Sunday, February 27th at 3:00 at the First Congregational Church of Bellingham at 2401 Cornwall Ave. There will be a visitation beginning at 2:00 in the church chapel and a reception following the 3:00 Celebration Service. A graveside service will be held on Monday, February 28th at 10:00 a.m. at the Lummi Island Cemetery. Calvin was born on April 19, 1996 in Anchorage, Alaska. He and his family have lived in Bellingham for the past few years. Calvin was a student at Silver Beach Elementary School in Mrs. Walcker's 3rd grade class. Calvin died at Children's Hospital in Seattle on Tuesday, February 22, 2005 after a devastating brief illness. We are profoundly blessed by the time we had with him and we are heartbroken to have lost his physical presence with us. He will be with us in so many ways forever. He lived a big life and shared his enthusiasm for many things with many people. We hope Calvin's friends of all ages will join us as we honor him. We especially encourage Calvin's friends to bring a poem, written memory, or drawing about the friendship they shared with Calvin. Calvin is
survived by his parents: Mark and Sue Moehn of Bellingham; Grandparents: Larry and Suzanne Conrad of Blaine, WA, and Marie Moehn of Jacksonville, IL; Great Uncle: Charles Conrad of Polk City, FL; Aunts and Uncles: James and Michelle (Moehn) Conant of Kirkland, WA; Mark and Ginny Conrad of Silver Spring, MD; Rick and Melinda (Moehn) Halberg of Heyworth, IL; Jack and Laura Conant of Deer Harbor, WA; David and Candy Conrad of Chatham, IL; Jeff and Cheryl Cobb of Bellingham; Amy Suter of Dallas, TX; and Jody Suter of Dallas, TX; Cousins: Lukas Conant, Katya Conrad, Dakota Conrad, Keegan and Kenneth Cobb, Carly, Cressie, and Erik Halberg. Other family members include Lee Ann, Larry and Matthew Coleman and Lavern Rust all of Heyworth, IL; Jan, Marty, and Lindsey Njaa of Maple Valley, WA. He was preceded in death by his
Grandmother, Charlaine (Jo) Rose Conrad, and his Grandfather, Dr. Loren Moehn.
MOENA, Budd W. Sr., age 75 of 409 York St. passed away Wed., Nov. 7, 1979. A lifetime Bellingham resident, he was a member of Plumbers & Pipefitters Local No. 40, charter member of Plantation Riflemen; Modern Woodmen of America and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by 6 sons, Harvey L. Moena, Budd W. Moena Jr., Howard C. Moena, Marvin K. Moena, Melvin F. Moena and Larry L. Moena, all of Bellingham; 14 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Services Mon. Nov. 12, 10:30 a.m., Jones Funeral Home, with Rev. Edgar L. Starr officiating. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
MOLBY, Patricia V., age 29 years, of 2300 I Street, and infant son, passed away at a local hospital Thursday morning, June 20, (1946). Mrs. Molby had been a resident of this community during her entire life and was a member of the Church of the Assumption. Immediate surviving relatives include the husband and father, Richard W. Molby, and one son, Richard James Molby, of the home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. Penry, of Bellingham; the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Molby, of Enumclaw; two brothers, James Penry, of the U.S. navy, stationed at Pensacola, Fla., and Vincent Penry, of Bellingham; one sister, Catherine Penry, of San Diego, Calif.; many other relatives and friends. Rosary was said for the repose of the soul Monday, June 24, at 7:30 p.m., within the Church of the Assumption. Requiem high mass was sung Tuesday, June 25, at 9 a.m. with Rt. Rev. Msgr. J. G. Stafford, celebrant. Interment Bay View Cemetery under the direction of the Westford-Beck Funeral Home.
MOLDENHAUER, Debby Jane - Ferndale resident Debby Jane Moldenhauer died Wednesday, Dec. 30, 1992. She was 31. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. today at Woodlyn Community Chapel, Northwest Rd., in Ferndale with the Rev. Dennis Hartman officiating. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. She was born Dec. 1, 1961, in Bellingham to Dean and Donna Lamb Herrin. A lifelong resident of Whatcom County, she was a member of Christian Womens Club Ferndale Chapter and a member of the Woodlyn Community Chapel in Ferndale. She loved to share the gospel with people that she met. She married James Moldenhauer on Jan. 2, 1982 in Laurel. Survivors include her husband James; daughters Laura and Renee; son Lewis, all of the family home; parents Dean and Donna Herrin of Ferndale; and numerous other relatives and friends. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.
MOLES, Flossie, age 86 of Ferndale, passed away at home Tuesday, June 26, 1984. Mrs. Moles had been a resident of the Ferndale community and a member of the United Church (formerly The Methodist Church) for nearly 80 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Moles in 1964, and was a member of the Kulshan Unit, American Legion Aux.; Ferndale Chapter, Order of Eastern Star; Ferndale Garden Club; Jet Oldsters of Ferndale. She is survived by 2 daughters, Betty McConnaughey and her husband Norman of Camano Island; Marilyn Bezona and her husband Glenn in Saudi Arabia; 2 sons, Bob and his wife Dorothy of
Sandy Point; Donald and his wife Sally of Rockport; 1 sister, Ora Young and her husband Richard of Bellingham; 11 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be conducted by Reverend Graham Hutchins, Friday June 29 at 1:30 pm in Moles Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery.
MOLES, Helen - A graveside service for Helen Vogt Moles of Sedro Woolley will be at 3 p.m. at Maple Leaf Cemetery in Oak Harbor with Rev. Ross Regtig officiating. Mrs. Moles died Friday, March 7,1997, in Sedro Woolley. She was 66. She was born July 20, 1930 to Leonard and Grace Moody Vogt in Bellingham. She was raised on Whidbey Island and in Kalama, where she graduated from high school. Mrs. Moles lived in Juneau, Alaska, from 1948 to 1970, when she moved to Seattle. She moved to Sedro Woolley one year ago. She enjoyed making crafts and selling them at the Pike Place Market in Seattle. Mrs. Moles was preceded in death by a son, Steve, in 1995. Survivors include her husband, Don, of Sedro Woolley, son Adam Moles of Juneau, sister Ethyl Backart of Kelso, and other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
MONAGHAN, Alice (Hoag) of Sultan died in Monroe on January 5, 2002. She was born September 12, 1914 in Deming to James Hoag and Miriam (Longden) Hoag. Alice graduated from Mt. Baker High School in Deming in 1933. On September 2, 1933 she married Irvin Monaghan and they moved to Grand Coulee, WA while Irvin worked on the Grand Coulee Dam. The couple resided in the Deming are for many years while Irvin owned and operated the Monaghan Logging Co. They moved to Skykomish where Irvin continued his logging operation then resided in Sultan for 25 years. Alice spent her last two years living in Bothell with her grandson Chad and granddaughter-in-law Kathy who provided her with loving care. Gardening, reading, playing bingo, dancing and family outings at Birch Bay were her favorite pastimes. Alice was preceded in death by her loving husband Irvin; two brothers Harry and Jim; two sisters Edna and Fay; and grandson Kevin Monaghan. Surviving Alice is son Jim (Diana) of Startup, son Michael (Cathy) of Sultan, daughter Janice Ondreako of Killeen, TX, ten grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Private family gravside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 12, 2002 at the Sultan Cemetery, under the care of Solie Funeral Home. A celebration of Alice's life will be held at the Jim Monaghan home in Startup at 2:00 p.m. for family and friends. Visitation will be at Solie Funeral Home, Friday January 11, 2002 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
MONAGHAN, Archie R. - A memorial service for Archie R. Monaghan of Deming will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Mr. Monaghan died at home Sunday, Nov. 2, 1997. He was 78. A veteran of World War II, he was decorated for valor in action in France and Germany and awarded the Purple Heart. Mr. Monaghan worked as a tree faller in the timber industry for 50 years and was an avid outdoorsman until his death. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Marian; daughters Robin Wheeler of Chattaroy, Sharleen Scholten of Everson and Rita Stephens of Bellingham; son Archie Monaghan Jr. of Bellingham; sister Georgia Ridenhour of Mount Vernon; brothers Robert Monaghan of Deming and Richard Monaghan of Bellingham; 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
MONAGHAN, Betty Lorraine - A memorial service for Betty Lorraine (Ridenhour) Monaghan of Sedro-Woolley, formerly of Whatcom County, will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at George Baldridge Post No. 43, American Legion, in Sedro-Woolley. Mrs. Monaghan died at home Sunday, Aug. 13, 2000, of complications of cancer. She was 76. Born March 3, 1924, to Grace and William Ridenhour in Bellingham, she graduated from Mount Baker High School. On July 24, 1942, she married John Patrick Monaghan in Seattle. He died in 1996. Mrs. Monaghan worked as a Skykomish city clerk and owned Cascadia Hotel Restaurant & Lounge. She was a
member of American Legion Auxiliary, Eagles and Eastern Star, and she enjoyed bingo and cards. A brother, Red Ridenhour, also died previously. Survivors include daughters Linda Lee Monaghan of Sedro-Woolley and Beverly Jean Eyler of Burlington, brother William Ridenhour of Everson, four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Valley Funeral & Cremation Service of Lynden.
MONAGHAN, Carol G., 52, 4824 Deming Road, Deming, died Friday (March 18, 1983) at home after a long illness. She was born July 20, 1930 in Bellingham and was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. She had attended Mount Baker and Bellingham Public schools. She is survived by her husband, Richard L. Monaghan; two sons Richard A. Monaghan and Douglas Lee Monaghan, both of Deming; two daughters Deborah Mattingley, and Teresa Monaghan of Deming; her parents Gene and Rose Mellott of Bellingham; 1 brother Duane Mellott of Bellingham; two sisters Deloris Zimmerman of Bellingham, Barbara Postlewait of Ferndale; and six
grandchildren; numerous other relatives. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Saxon Cemetery, the Rev. Harley Goodwin officiating. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
MONAGHAN, Maxine Colleen - A graveside service for Maxine Colleen Monaghan of Deming will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Saxon Cemetery near Wickersham. Following the service, all are invited to join the family at 4824 Deming Road. Mrs. Monaghan died Thursday, April 13, 2000, at her home. She was 71. Born Aug. 14, 1928, in Bellingham, she graduated from Mount Baker High School in 1946. On Oct. 29, 1946, she married Robert J. Monaghan in Bellingham. Her hobbies included fishing, hunting deer and grouse, clam digging and crocheting and knitting. Survivors include her husband, of Christian Health Care Center son Ernest Monaghan of Snohomish daughters Rena Blonden of Bellingham and Bonnie McCausland of Skykomish five grandchildren one great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Valley Funeral & Cremation Service of Lynden.
MONAGHAN, Robert James - A graveside service for Robert James Monaghan of Deming will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in Saxton Cemetery near Wickersham. After the service, people are invited to join the family at the home of Debbie and Larry Mattingly. Mr. Monaghan died Friday, May 5, 2000, at Christian Health Care Center in Lynden. He was 79. Born Feb. 28, 1921, in Tacoma, he graduated from Mount Baker High School. He married Maxine Colleen Evenson in Bellingham on Oct. 29, 1946. A retired heavy equipment operator, he enjoyed golf, hunting and fishing. Survivors include daughters Rena L. Blonden of Bellingham and Bonnie
McClausland of Skykomish, son Ernest C. Monaghan of Snohomish, five grandchildren, one great-grandchild and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Valley Funeral and Cremation Service of Lynden.
MONDRAGON, Noel Sr. – A memorial service for Noel Mondragon Sr. of Everson will be at 6 pm Sunday at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Everson, with the Rev. Stanley Jacobson officiating. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Aputzio, Mexico. Mr. Mondragon died as the result of a vehicle accident Thursday, March 23, 2000 in Whatcom County. He was 31. Mr. Mondragon was born Feb 22, 1969 to Lindoro and Oliva (Villareal) Mondragon in Aputzio. On Jan 13, 1994, he married Rebeca Orozco in Bellingham. Mr. Mondragon worked for Townline Growers of Whatcom County for six years. He attended Immanuel Lutheran Church of Everson. Survivors include his wife, daughter Abigail and son Noel Jr., all of the family home; his parents of Mexico; brother Lindoro Mondragon and sisters Anain Mondragon and Velia Estrada, all of Everson; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MONROE, Billie Lee – A family memorial service for Billie Lee Monroe of Edmonds, formerly of Bellingham, was held at Beck's Funeral Home in Edmonds. Mrs. Monroe died Friday, July 28, 2000 at Washington Hospital in Edmonds. She was 85. Born May 17, 1915 in Council Bluffs, Iowa, she lived in Bellingham for 54 years. Mrs. Monroe was a member of Fourth Corner Community Church and Women's Christian Bible Studies. Her son James D. Monroe died previously. Survivors include daughters Jeanette Faren of Keizer, Ore., and Pamela Lee Bailey of Fairbanks, Alaska, and son Rocky Monroe of Edmonds.
MONSEN, Mabel A, age 83 of 4123 Deming Rd., Everson, passed away Tues., Nov. 7, 1978. Mrs. Monsen was a 75 year resident of this community and a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hjalmer in 1970. She is survived by a son, Loren; a daughter Mrs. Lorraine Reed, both of Everson, 5 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren. Services Thurs. Nov. 9 at 1 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Lawrence. Interment Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
MONTAG, Roland Michael - Stricken suddenly Roland Michael (Rollie) Montag, aged 43 years, passed away at a Seattle hospital Monday, (Aug. 11, 1941). He had entered the hospital Saturday for observation and his condition took a turn for the worse Sunday. Montag was a former well known Bellingham resident and a veteran of the last World war. He was a carrier for The Herald as a boy and learned the stereotyping trade here, leaving about 1924 to make his home in Seattle. For the past several years he has been a sterotyper on the Seattle Star. Immediate survivors include the widow and daughter in Seattle; a sister, Mrs. Gene Cordry, Seattle; and two brothers, Roy Montag, of Bellingham, Herald Pressman and Dr. Phillip Montag, of Aberdeen. Funeral services will be held at St. Benedict's church in Seattle at 10 o'clock Thursday morning with interment following in the Calvary cemetery under the direction of the Collins Funeral Home, Seattle.
MONTELLI, Alphonse Albert of Ferndale died Monday, Oct. 20, 1997, at Doctor's Medical Center in Modesto, Calif. He was 81. He was born June 16, 1916, in Jeanette, Pa. A veteran of World War II, Mr. Montelli worked for General Motors Corp. in California for 25 years. He enjoyed mall-walking with friends. Mr. Montelli was preceded in death by his wife, Fran. Survivors include sister Connie Domenick of Los Angeles and other relatives.
MONTGOMERY, Adeline passed away February 9, 2007. She is survived by husband Wilber, daughter Janice of Portland, OR, sons Darrell of Mojave, CA and Randy of Council Bluffs, IA and grandson Shawn of Portland, OR. At her request there will be no services.
MONTGOMERY, Edie Marie, 18, 1942 Trigg Road, a lifetime Ferndale resident, died Thursday (Jan. 9, 1980). She attended Ferndale schools and is survived by her husband Alvis; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Archie Clark; three brothers; three sisters, and her grandparents. Graveside services will be 3:30 p.m. Monday in Woodlawn Cemetery. Burial will be under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
MONTGOMERY, Elizabeth Kelly died June 5, 1997 at home in San Diego, CA. Betty was born to Carolyn Haskew Dykstra and Garrett Dykstra November 27, 1912 in Bellingham, WA, and graduated from Bellingham High School in 1930. She worked for Aubert Drug, Newton's, The Circus Shop Children's store, and Wahl's Department Store in Bellingham, and owned Kelly's of Cherry Creek in Denver, Colorado in the 1960's and 1970's. She was a resident of San Diego since 1981, where she continued her successful career in the fashion business, and volunteered working with children at the YMCA. Betty loved gardening, her pets, and spending time with friends and family. She is survived by her adopted family Mrs. William D. Hansen and Heidi Suni of Bellingham, Glenna Hansen of Phoenix, AZ, Julie Hansen of Monterey, CA, and her loving caregiver Carol Taylor of San Diego. Private services and interment will be at Greenacres at a later date.
MOODY, Virginia Alzinia of 409 York St. died Saturday, Sept. 11, 1993. She was 81. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at Jones-Moles Funeral Home in Bellingham. A funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. Bob Mordhorst officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. Born Sept. 8, 1912 in Bellingham to George and Edith Clevish, she worked for the Salvation Army for several years. Mrs. Moody was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Moody, on April 1, 1961. Survivors include daughter Erma Hill of Clinton, MO; adopted daughter Betty Haughney of Bellingham; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
MOON, Mary Anna, age 74, passed away at the family home, 800 Laurel Street, Tuesday, April 4, (1950). Mrs. Moon was the widow of the late George H. Moon, well-known building contractor, and had resided in this community for the past 49 years. Surviving relatives are one son, Clarence G.; one daughter, Mrs. George Graham; one grandson, Warren S., of Pullman, and one granddaughter, Miss Joan Graham, also of Bellingham. The Remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. James Martyn Wilson, Saturday, April 8 at 3 p.m. Final resting place, Woodlawn Cemetery.
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MOON, Wilma F., age 68 of Bellingham, WA passed away Monday, Nov. 3, 2003 in Bellingham. She was born June 4, 1935 in Loyall, KY to Edgar and Della Moore. Wilma was raised in Loyall, KY and graduated from Loyall High School. She enjoyed waitressing for many years. In later years she loved playing bingo and gambling at casinos. She enjoyed embroidery, traveling to Hawaii and Reno and was quite a country music fan. She especially liked Elvis. Wilma was a real people person and she cared about everyone. She was preceded in death by husband Dwayne Moon in 1999, daughter Vicky Tucker in 1997, brother Bob Moore and her parents. She is survived by her son James Tucker Jr. and Debbie of Idaho, daughters Connie Hickman of Bellingham, Debbie Tucker of Monroe, Stacy Henson and Tracy Feri of CA, 19 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, and her sister Ruth Simmons. Memorial services will be held Saturday, Nov. 8, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at Westford Funeral Home.
MOORE, Ann L., 87, (of) 2726 Alderwood Ave., died Friday (November 2, 1984). Born No. 6, 1896, in Tacoma, she had lived in Bellingham since 1923. She was retired from the Bon Marche. She was a member of Birchwood Presbyterian Church and Adda Knox Auxiliary to St. Luke's General Hospital. She is survived by a son, two daughters, six grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Birchwood Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Tim Lann officiating. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
MOORE, Anna, beloved wife of William Moore, mother of Luella, Thelma and William; daughter of Mrs. Daisy Maulsnburg, and sister of Mrs. Frank Smith, Mrs. D. Soloman, Mrs. A. Jefferson, Mrs. Victor Jones, Alfred Lane and Frank Lane, passed away at a local hospital Wednesday evening, January 11, (1928) after an illness of a few weeks. Funeral services will be held at the Harlow Mortuary Home Friday, January 13, at 11 o'clock, and interment made in the family plot in Lummi cemetery.
MOORE, Eliza J. passed away at her home in Bellingham on Fri., July 4, 1997. The beloved center of a large and extended family, Eliza will be sorely missed by her family, friends and neighbors. She was born March 24, 1916, in Rock Springs, WY to Emmanuel and Mary (Loss) Santuary and was the second of five daughters. In 1934, she graduated from Rock Springs High School. She married Samuel L. Moore in 1937 in Superior, Wyoming and in 1941, they moved to Bellingham. She was a faithful servant of the Lord and an active participant in her church. Eliza enjoyed music and dancing and was a lifetime member of the Lewis-Pacific Swiss Society in Frances, WA. Eliza was preceded in death by her husband in 1987, and by three of her sisters. Survived by her children: Darryl Moore & wife Doris of Bellingham, Ruthie Moore Buckner & husband Gary of Ferndale, Linda Moore Muller & Ken Marshall of Centralia; grandchildren: Anneliese, C. J., Nina, and John Muller, Dick & Regina Karuza, Cheri Swanson and fiancee, Cliff Christian, John Karuza, Rick & Ann Moore, Kevin Moore, Carin Moore, Daniel & Brenda Moore; sister, Grace Riccardo of Centralia; sister-in-law, Lois Gorden & husband Norman of California; brother-in-law, Clyde Moore & wife Mary of Ferndale; sister-in-law Ruth Sleep of South Dakota; 6 great-grandchildren; and dearest friend, Annie Remitz of California. Visitation will be held Fri., July 11, 9:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Fri., July 11, 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Bob Anderson and Miss Mary Hasper officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home.
MOORE, Elizabeth Daugert of Corbett, Ore., died of leukemia Monday, Jan. 6, 1997, at Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center in Clackamas, Ore. She was 42. Mrs. Moore was raised in Bellingham and attended Western Washington University and graduated from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. She worked for the Multnomah Parks Department, taught classes in wildlife behavior and was skilled in trackingg animals. She also was an accomplished classical guitarist. Survivors include her husband, Walter Moore, of Corbett; her father, Stanley Daugert, of Bellingham; brothers Larry Daugert and Fred Daugert, both of Bellingham, and Steve Daugert of Humboldt, Calif.; one niece; and one nephew.
MOORE, Ernestine H. - A memorial gathering for Ernestine H. Moore of Bellingham will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday at the home of Pat Jensen, 2331 Franklin St. Mrs. Moore died Monday, Aug. 11, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 60. Born Feb. 21, 1937, to Ernest and Helen McLaughlin Domenici in Santa Cruz, Calif., she lived in Bellingham since 1969. Mrs. Moore worked as a beautician for Bellingham Cold Storage for 13 years. Survivors include daughter Marla Moore of Santa Cruz, sisters Pat Jensen of Bellingham and Martha Miller of Stockton, Calif., one grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MOORE, James T. - Visitation for James Taylor Moore of Bellingham will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at Jerns Funeral Chapel. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral chapel with the Rev. Allan Porterfield officiating. Mr. Moore died Saturday, Jan 29, 2000 at his home. He was 62. Born May 26, 1936, to Harry and Nan A. (Taylor) Moore in Anaheim, Calif, he had a lifetime involvement in the vending and entertainment industry. Mr. Moore married Bettie L. Alexander. Before moving to Whatcom County in 1979, he was president of Rowe Service Company in Southern California for many years. From 1982 to 1999, he was the owner and operator of Raintree Car Wash of Bellingham and Gemini Enterprises. An avid golfer, he enjoyed his Sudden Valley home and view of Lake Whatcom and the golf course. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Eric S. Moore of Seattle, Jeffrey and Brian Moore, both of California, Mark D. Moore of Georgia and Blaine A. Moore of Florida; daughter Sheryl L. Herberston of Georgia; his mother of California; and 11 grandchildren.
MOORE, Joan Faye – Visitation for Joan Faye Moore of Sumas will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Funeral Home. A memorial service will be at noon Saturday at Living Water Fellowship in Bellingham with the Rev. Ronnie Davis officiating. Mrs. Moore died Saturday, March 18, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 57. Born July 4, 1942, in Cincinnati to Clifton and Catherine (Foster) Clowers, she moved to Whatcom County in March 1997 from Ringgold, GA. She married Edward M. Moore on July 10, 1999 in Bellingham. A member of Living Water Fellowship, she enjoyed dancing, camping and flower gardening. Survivors include her husband; daughter Jewel Goodman of Sumas; son James Pyles of Aynor, SC; stepson Terry Moore of Sumas; stepdaughters Lori Moore and Tammy Meier, both of Ferndale, and Patricia Moore of Utah; sisters Julia Stevens of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Hilda Clowers of Florida; brother Freddie Clowers of Chattanooga; and 23 grandchildren.
MOORE, Joseph A., DMD, age 89, of Bellingham, died January 21, 1998 at St. Francis Extended Care Center in Bellingham. Dr. Moore was born on January 18, 1909 in Bristow, Nebraska to parents James Kennedy Moore and Alice (Hitchcock) Moore. He was raised in Eugene, Oregon and graduated from the University of Oregon Medical School in 1935. In 1936, he came to Bellingham where he began his practice. At the onset of World War II, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served until 1945 as Lt. Commander in the Medical Corps. After WWII, he located in Seattle and later Bremerton. After his retirement he lived in Bellingham and Palm Desert, CA. Dr. Moore was a member of the American Dental Association, the Washington Dental Association, the Bellingham Yacht Club, Delta Upsilon Fraternity, the Elks Club and the Bellingham Golf & Country Club. Relatives include his daughters, Margaret Brennan of San Francisco, California and Susan Walters of San Carlos, California. The extended family includes grandchildren, Padraic Joseph Brennan and Erin Moore Breenan both of San Francisco; nieces Jean Pearson of Greenville, SC and Gail Wright of Spokane, WA and nephew James Kennedy Moore of Incline Village, NV. Dr. Moore was preceded in death by his wife Ella Mae (Jerns) Moore and brothers Vice Admiral French R. Moore of Irvine, CA and Dr. Harry N. Moore of Seattle. A memorial gathering will be at the home of Dr. Moore at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, February 1, 1998. Arrangements are under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.
MOORE, Michael G., of Ferndale died at home of cancer Monday, April 7, 1997. He was 47. A memorial gathering will be announced. Born April 12, 1949, to Logan and Loraine Littig Moore in Long Beach, Calif., he lived in Whatcom County for 17 years. Mr. Moore graduated from Sonoma State University in Rohnert Park, Calif., and from Cal-Western Law School in San Diego. He was executive director of Whatcom Self-Help Homes in Bellingham. He enjoyed kayaking, Tibetan Buddhism and discussing social and political issues. Survivors include his parents of Oceanside, Calif., brother Scott Moore of Fountain Valley, Calif., and three nieces. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
MOORE, Ron, of Bellingham, WA, left his earthly home and entered Heaven on December 29, 2004, after suffering a massive heart attack on December 20. We rejoice that his faith has become sight and that he is in the presence of Jesus Christ. Ron was born in Bellingham on April 18, 1945, to Tom and Esther Moore, both of whom preceded him in death, as well as two nephews, Kevin Monaghan and Troy Moore. Ron graduated from Mt. Baker High School. After serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, he married Diane Hammer on May 15, 1964. They celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with dear friends, Luke and Elaine Nims, on a seven-week road trip this summer. Ron was a loving and faithful husband, committed father, and dedicated grandfather who spent countless hours with those he loved. He was always willing to help wherever he could and had a "Mr. Fix-it" reputation with his close family. Ron drove truck for 36 years, owned and operated Northwoods Trucking, Inc. He was an active member of Silver Beach Community Church, where he served in many capacities. Ron's absence will be deeply felt by the love of his life, Diane; daughter Marti and her husband Garth, grandchildren: Jessica, Cody and Kelsey Kneer; son Tyler, grandchildren Kyle, Alan, Amanda, and Scott Moore; daughter-in-law Kathy and husband Brian, grandson Gabe Morris; parents-in-law Bill and Evelyn Hammer; brother Jim Moore and wife Penny; sister Beverly and husband Al Holdt; extended family and dear friends.
MOORE, Thomas Patrick - A memorial service for Thomas Patrick Moore of Blaine was held Tuesday at Northwood Allicance Church with the Revs. Becky Lipton and Larry Reynolds officiating. Mr. Moore died Saturday, Feb. 8, 1997, in Blaine. He was 60. Born Aug. 30, 1936, in Anderson, Ind., to Paul and Boots Shore Moore, he moved to Blaine in May 1993. A member of Northwood Alliance Church, he owned and operated ATM Eagle Banking Machine. He also worked for "giving trees" at Christmas time and for the Back-To-School supply drive, and enjoyed traveling to Mount Baker. Survivors include his wife, Lynda Moore of the family home; sons David P. Moore of Indiana and Kelly Vargo and David Vargo, both of Blaine; daughter Jennifer Vargo of Blaine; and three grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns McKinney Funeral Chapel.
MOORE, Walter E., formerly of Bellingham, died of Cancer Thursday, Sept. 4, 1997, in Aberdeen. He was 70. A private service was held. Born Jan. 31, 1927, to Walter and Rose Moore in Picher, Okla., he served in the U.S. Army in Korea. Mr. Moore owned the Charolais Motel in Nampa, Idaho, and the Walt Moore insurance agency. He also sold stocks, cars and advertising. Active in league bowling in the 1950s and 1960s in Bellingham, he also enjoyed painting, gardening, storytelling, trivia and fishing the lake and rivers of Idaho. Mr. Moore was preceded in death by a sister, Clara Ventura. Survivors include his wife, Mary, of the family home; daughters Cheryl McBride, Stacey Moore, Kym Goes Behind and Suzanne Uhrig; brother Ernie Moore of Ocean Shores, sister Virginia Moore of California; and eight grandchildren.
MOORS, Catherine J., age 85 years, Route 3, Bellingham, passed away (March 30, 1946) at the home of her daughter, Mrs. May E. Cannon, 708 Carolina Street, following a lingering illness. Mrs Moors had been a resident of Whatcom County for the past 44 years and was a member of the Methodist Church, Boston, N. Dakota; of the Ladies' Aid at Rome Dairymen's Association. Surviving relatives include two son's. Clarence D. Moors, Bow, Wash., Claude, of Route 3, Bellingham; two daughters, Mrs. Gertrude Campbell and Mrs., May E. Cannon, both of Bellingham; one sister Mrs J. A. Godkin, of Calgary, Alberta; two brothers, Wilson and Fred Kellar, both of Ontario, Canada; sixteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren; also numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home at 1:30 PM, Tuesday, April 2. Ritualistic services of the Rome Grange were be held at the graveside in Hopewell Cemetery.
MOORS, Clarence, 82, a resident of Bow, died Tuesday, July 2, 1974 at United General Hospital. He Was born April 28, 1892, in Barton, ND and came to Washington in 1900. He was married to Ida Mae Bridges on Jan. 31, 1924 in New Westminster, B.C. The couple resided in Bow for the past 50 year. Mr. Moors was an Army Veteran of World War I. He was a retired shingle sawyer. He was a member of Shingle Weavers Local 2580 in Everett, and a charter member of Burlington Lodge 254, Free and Accepted Masons. Survivors include his widow, Ida Mae of Bow; three sons, Burton and Robert, both of Bow and Cecil Raper of Bellingham; one daughter, Mrs. Harold (Kathryn) Severson of Mount Vernon; 11 grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one sister, Gertrude Campbell of Bellingham; and one brother, Claude Moors of Rome, Whatcom County. Funeral services for Clarence Moors will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday July 6, 1974 at Hulbush chapel with George Wiseman of the Bow Church of Christ officiating. Interment will follow in the Bow Cemetery.
MOORS, David, aged 82 years, Route 3, city (Bellingham) passed away in a Bellingham hospital (Feb. 3, 1941) after an illness of several months. He had resided in Whatcom county thirty-nine years and was a member of the Methodist Church, Barton, N. Dakota; and the Rome Grange and Whatcom County Dairymen's Association. Survivors are the widow, Catherine; two daughters, Mrs. Gertrude Campbell and Mrs. May E. Connors, Route 3, city; two sons. Clarence D. Moors of Bow, Claude, Route 3, city; seventeen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are being completed at the Bingham-Dahlquist funeral home.
MOORS, Ida May, age 92 of Bow died Tues, Sept 10,1985 in a Burlington nursing home. She was born Nov 1, 1892 in Gower, MO. Her marriage to George Raper took place Aug 23, 1911 in Bellingham. Mr Raper died in 1921. She was married to Clarence D. Moors on Jan 31, 1924 in New Westminster, B. C. Mr. Moors died in 1974. Mrs. Moors cane to the Rome area of Whatcom County in 1906 with her parents, the late John and Ellen Bridges. She had made her home at Bow since 1924. She was a member of the Bow Church of Christ and the Bow Women's Club. Surviving are 1 daughter and son-in-law Kathryn and Harold Severson, Mt. Vernon; 3 sons and daughters-in-law, Cecil and Ruth Raper, B'ham, Burton and Mona Moors, Holland, MI and Robert D. and Norma Moors, Bow: 11 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and 1 brother and sister-in-law, Ellis and Belle Bridges, Wilmington, NC. She was preceded in death by 1 daughter Dorothy Raper and 1 brother, Elmer Bridges. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Sat., at the Bow Cemetery, George Wiseman of the Bow Church of Christ will officiate. Friends may call at Hulbush Funeral Home. Burlington until 12 noon Saturday.
MOQUIN, Kay Healy (August 16, 1937-December 28, 2006) 69, died surrounded by her family at her Chuckanut Mountain home in Bellingham, WA, on Thursday, December 28, 2006. A virus following cancer treatments caused her death. To the end, Kay had an open, soaring spirit that lifted all around her. Following her 1937 birth in Detroit to Byron and Dorothy Carse, Kay was raised in Michigan where she graduated from Kingswood High School and earned a BA in History of Art from the University of Michigan in 1959. She earned an AA degree at Bennet Junior College in NY. At each institution, Kay was a student leader. Encouraged by her Father, Kay traveled solo around the world before leaving college. The adventure heightened her social consciousness and self-reliance. After marrying Robert H. Healy in 1960 and moving to Grosse Pointe where they raised their two children, Kay served as the President of the Junior League of Detroit and as a Director of The Association of the Junior Leagues of America. Following a period of racial violence in Detroit, Kay helped drive redevelopment projects in the city. She married D. Andrew Moquin in 1986, and they traveled extensively abroad. In 1990, the couple relocated to Washington State for its natural splendor. Andrew and Kay helped found the Bellingham Festival of Music amongst their other community and philanthropic roles. Kay's work with the Bellingham Arts Commission earned her the Mayor's Arts Award. Her own art will be exhibited in Bellingham on January 30 and 31. Having owned and run thriving interior design businesses in Grosse Pointe and Bellingham, Kay demonstrated that she was both creative and productive. Her publicly recognized residential work improved hundreds of lives. Kay will be remembered for colorfully celebrating any and every occasion with a child's enthusiasm. The variety and longevity of her many friendships is a testament to her unbounded love of people and life itself. Kay is survived by her husband, D. Andrew Moquin; daughter Julia Healy; son Robert (Amy) Healy; and grandchildren Wren and Ann, all of Bellingham; and sister Barbara (Frank) Seichter of Rochester Hills, Michigan. A Memorial Service will be held at 4 p.m. on Friday, January 12 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
MORALL, John Morall, age 75 years, passed away at his residence, 1220 High Street, Wednesday, October 10, (1945) following a lingering illness. Mr. Morall had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 32 years. He was a member of the Lutheran Church in Sweden, where all his surviving relatives reside. Funeral services will be held at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home, Saturday, October 13 at 1:30 p.m., conducted by Rev. Clarence Haugen. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.
MORALL, Pete Morall, aged 73, 907 Otis Street, a resident of Bellingham for the past thirty-two years, passed away at a local hospital, Monday, May 22, (1944) after an illness of two months. He is survived by one brother, John, of Bellingham; a sister and numerous other relatives in Sweden. The remains rest at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home.
MOREAU, Arthur III - Former Washington State representative, Arthur Moreau III, died Easter Sunday, April 16,
2006, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Art, the son of Arthur Moreau, Jr., and Mercedes Park Moreau,
was born December 3, 1936, in Bellingham, Washington. Graduating from Ferndale High School, he went on to serve in the United States Air Force. Art retired in 2001 after working for Georgia-Pacific for 42 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Donald Tesdall, Robert Tesdall and Richard Tesdall. Art is survived by his wife of 26 years, Dorothy of the family home; his children, Suzanne Moreau, Kimberlee Mead (Lindsay), Cindy Brewer, Randy Brewer (Julie), Lora Dowd (Jim), Tony Brewer; as well as grandchildren Jessica Mead, Tim White, Ryan Mead, Tessa Brewer, Alexis Fenton, Treven Brewer, Taran Brewer, Chandler Dowd and Stephen Arthur Moreau. Sister-in-law Ruby Tesdal, niece Teri Sartori-Tesdall, and nephew Paul Tesdall also survive him. A prayer service will be held Thursday, April 20, 2006, 7 pm at Jerns Funeral Chapel, Bellingham, Washington. A funeral mass will be held at 12 noon, Friday, April 21, 2006 at Sacred Heart Parish, Bellingham, Washington.
MOREAU, Mercedes - Services for Mercedes Moreau, 81, Bellingham, will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Sacred Heart Church, the Rev. Pat Ritter officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. She died Monday (Aug. 23, 1982) in a local nursing home. A local resident most of her life, she was born Aug. 2, 1901, in North Dakota. She attended the Catholic Church. She was a well-known pianist in Bellingham and Whatcom County and was a charter member of Musicians Union Local 451. Survivors include two sons, four grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.
MORGAN, Elizabeth F., age 79, a recent resident of Everson, WA, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, November 1, 2005. Elizabeth was born July 7, 1926, in Bridgend, South Wales, to Rudolph and Beatrice Winn. Elizabeth married John Jenkins in 1948 and was widowed in 1951. She attended teaching school and taught domestic science for several years in Great Britain. In October 1953, she married Frank "Tony" Morgan, the love of her life. Elizabeth and Tony lived in Malaysia for 23 years until his death in 1976. She then lived in Bath, England and retired on the Isle of Man. Elizabeth recently immigrated to live with her daughter and son-in-law in Everson. Elizabeth loved life and was devoted to her family. She had many hobbies and talents, including sewing, painting, spinning, cooking and singing. She traveled the world and loved to spend time with her family in Whatcom County. She made many friends in the area during her visits over the years and while attending Nooksack Valley Baptist Church during the last several months. Elizabeth is survived by her son Paul Morgan and his wife Nancy in Kissimmee, FL; her daughter Linda Prichard and husband William of Everson; her granddaughters Rachel and Lydia; and her beloved cat Rosie. Elizabeth was a spirited and courageous lady who faced hardships with a smile on her face. Those of us who had the privilege of knowing Elizbeth will greatly miss her and will cherish the memories of the special times we spent with such an extraordinary lady. A
memorial service will be conducted on Monday, November 7 at 2 p.m. at Nooksack Valley Baptist Church.
MORGAN, Nicholas (Nick), age 57, passed away suddenly at his home in Bellingham on April 12, 2005. He was born December 9, 1947, in Bremerton, WA. Nick worked all over the US in the construction trade as an ironworker. He was always a free spirit who loved the outdoors. After high school, he played semi-pro baseball for a time. He enjoyed playing pool, watched all sports, and was ecstatic when Boston won the World Series. He was preceded in death by his mother Nancy Marshall and is survived by John Marshall. He is also survived by his children, Nichole McKernan and Robert (Kristi) Ladd; brother Howard (Sue) Morgan of Bellingham; sister Vickie (Bob) Wooten of Wetumpka, AL; brothers Steve (Kaye) Marshall of Bellingham and James (Elizabeth) Marshall of Keizer, OR. Nick was very proud of his eight grandchildren who were always happy to find cookies in his house. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews. He remained close with extended family in Boston, California, Arizona, and Washington. He will be greatly missed by all his friends and family – forever. A celebration of Nick's life will be held at Steve Marshall's home at 12 Noon on Tuesday, April 19, 2005.
MORGENTHALER, Carrie Estella, age 91, of Bellingham, passed away Tues., Mar. 7, 2000, at St. Francis Extended Health Care. She was born Sept. 23, 1908, in Van Zandt to Alexander and Lillie (Allen) Hamilton, one of seven children: Russell, Ora, Ellis, Donald, Kenneth, Evelyn and Bernice. She lived most of her life in Whatcom County. Carrie married Fanton Floyd Morgenthaler and he preceded her in death on Aug. 27, 1971. She was a hard worker her entire life. In addition to "housewife" duties, she helped on the farm and picked ferns for floral use. In later life, she volunteered a the Bellingham Senior Center, Wise Buys, and most recently by sewing labels for project "Warm Up." She is survived by her son, Ronald Morgenthaler of Camano Island; granddaughter, Kathryn Highlander of Friday Harbor; great grandson, Eric Frazier of Bellingham; sister, Bernice Minge of Bellingham; brother Kenneth Hamilton of Bellingham and numerous other family members. A memorial service will be held Tues., Mar. 14, 10:30 a.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Rex Watt officiating. Inurnment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Greenacres Funeral Home
MORISSET, Camille J., age 84 of Ferndale, passed away in Bellingham, Tuesday, January 13, 2009. He was born May 5, 1924 in Quebec, Canada to parents, Jules J. and Marie L. (Roy) Morisset. After graduation from High School Camille moved to British Columbia and eventually to the United States were he traveled all over with his wife Eileen to various Commercial Construction Jobs Retiring in 1984. Camille had been an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale since 1984, and was the Church custodian for many years and was active in the Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his wife M. Eileen, sisters in Canada and nieces and nephews in Canada and the United States. A funeral mass will be held Saturday, January 17, 2009, 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 5781 Hendrickson Ave., Ferndale with Fr. Tim Sauer and Khanh Nguyen Celebrants. Inurnment at a later date in Enterprise Cemetery, Ferndale. Arrangements under the care of Valley Funeral & Cremation Service, Guide Meridian and King Tut Roads.
MORISSET, Maura Eileen, age 92 of Ferndale, passed away in Bellingham, Wednesday, July 29, 2009. She was born June 7, 1917 in Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada to parents Alexander L. and Florence (Magee) McDermot. After graduating from High School Maura worked for the Hudson Bay Company for several years. She met and married Camille Joseph Morisset in 1955 and they were together for 53 years. Maura loved traveling with her husband all over the United States with his Job, she would volunteer in the various cities were they lived. They retired to Ferndale in 1984 and were active members of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters for 47 years. Maura was preceded in death by her husband Camille in January of 2009. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews in the United States and Canada. A
Memorial Mass will be offered by Father Pat Davis, Celebrant, Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 11:00 a.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 5781 Hendrickson Ave., Ferndale. Inurnment to follow at Enterprise Cemetery, Ferndale. Arrangements are under the care of Valley Funeral & Cremation Service, Guide Meridian and King Tut Roads.
MORRIS, George - Rosary will be recited Monday at 7 p.m. for George Morris of Marietta at the Monroe Funeral Home, Ferndale. The Rev. Joseph Dakin will offer mass at 9 a.m. Tuesday in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will be in Lummi Cemetery. Mr. Morris, who died Wednesday, is survived by his wife, Sophie, and a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth John.
MORRIS, Ian Colby – A celebration of life for Ian "Colby" Morris of Bellingham will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday at South Bay Bed and Breakfast. Mr. Morris died Saturday, Aug 19, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 30. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MORRIS, James, 85, resident of the Lummi Indian reservation at Marietta his entire lifetime, passed away Tuesday (May 22, 1951) in a local hospital. He is survived by a son, Ray, of Lake Errock, B.C. and five grandchildren. Services will be conducted in St. Joachim's Catholic church on the reservation at 10 a.m. Friday by the Rev. Fr. James Buck, with burial in the Lummi cemetery under the direction of the Monroe mortuary of Ferndale.
MORRIS, Jesse Wade, 66 years old, was laid to rest in Lynden Cemetery Saturday (Oct 18, 1944), following services at the Knapp and Knapp Chapel in Lynden. The services were read by Mrs. Marie Berthusen. The Lynden district resident passed away at a Bellingham hospital Wednesday, after a long illness. He lived on Rt. 1, Ferndale. Mr. Morris was born in Linden, Kansas , August 27, 1878. He grew to manhood in Kansas and on June 7, 1902 he married Mabel I. Root, at Kansas City, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Morris lived in Kansas for a while and came West in March, 1912, settling at Pacific, Wash. They moved to Whatcom County in 1918 and have lived in this community ever since. Survivors include his widow and two sisters, Mrs. Inez Chamberlin of Los Angeles, and Mrs. Minnie Russel of Kansas City. Pall bearers at the funeral were Mr. Bliven, Jim Bovendam, Tom Burnham, Ray Bailey, H. H. Sturtz and Henry Weidkamp.
MORRIS, Juanita, 51, of 2241 Hawthorne Lane, Ferndale, died Monday (Sept. 8, 1986) at St. Joseph Hospital after a long illness. She was born Sept. 13, 1934 in Bellingham and had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mrs. Morris was
a member of St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband Leo Morris of the family home; four sons, Robert, Cyril and Frank of Ferndale and Tom Morris Jr. of Bellingham; five daughters, Jeanne McGovern of Tigard, Ore., and Thresa Charles, Cheri Noland, Sandra Morris and Evelyn Hillaire of Bellingham; 12 grandchildren; one sister Shirley Placid Rivas of Los Angeles; an aunt Ethelyn Placid of Los Angeles; and an uncle, Kenneth Placid of Bellingham. Vigil prayer services will be at 6:30 p.m. today at Moles Funeral Home chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Joachim's Catholic Church on the Lummi Indian Reservation. the Rev. Jack Buckalew will officiate. Burial will follow in the Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
MORRIS, Leo, Sr., (Snaaimkin), age 80, of Lummi, died Sunday, January 17, 1999 in Bellingham. He was born September 4, 1918, in Deroche, B.C. on the Lakahahmen Reserve to Raphael Morris and Mary Anne Kelly. He married Anna Miller and lived in British Columbia where their children Elinore, Joan and Shirley were born. From 1943-1946 Leo served in the Canadian Armed Forces after which he moved to the U.S. He married Dorothy Jefferson and resided in Irondale, WA where he managed the Cascade Cedar Company shake mill for 15 years. He retired from Intalco Refinery in 1984 where he worked as a bricklayer. At age 73, Leo worked 5 years for the Lummi Casino. He had also worked in fishing, black smithing and logging. After working at the Casino, he worked 2 or 3 sessions each day at bingo. Leo was a member of Lummi American Legion Post #33, a clean and sober 24 year member of A.A. in Bellingham and the Healing Circle of Lummi. Survivors include daughters, Elinore Gainer of Port Townsend, WA; Joan Munroe of Harrison, B.C.; Shirley Anne Powers of Mt. Lehman, B.C.; son Joseph K. Morris of Marietta, WA; Leo Morris, Jr. and Frank Dion Morris both of Lummi; brothers Ronald, Thomas and Raphael Morris, all of Lummi; sister Ruth Solomon of Lummi; step-children Threasa Jones, Robert Morris, Cheri Morris, Tom Morris Jr. and Sandra Morris, all of Lummi, and Cyril Morris of Bellingham; former wife Dorothy (Jefferson) Morris; 16 grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Anna Morris and longtime partner Juanita (Placid) Morris. A Prayer Service will be lead by Mr. Vernon Lane on Wednesday Jan 20th at 7 p.m. at Wexliem. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, January 20th (sic) at 10 a.m. at Wexliem with Fr. Patrick Twohy officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Nation Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by
American Legion Post #33. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
MORRIS, Leslie Everett passed quietly into the hands of the Lord on May 11, 2004. His loving family was at his side. Les was born in Centralia, WA on October 25, 1926. He moved to Bellingham as a child and attended Bellingham High School. He joined the Navy and served his country in WWII. Les spent many years in retail and owned Gage's Clothing Store. He had a passion for the outdoor life and loved hunting and fishing. Les is survived by his beloved wife Bonnie, daughter Mary Ann Metcalfe of Spokane, son Michael and wife Karen of Sandy Point, daughter Marcia Kinder of Mt. Lake Terrace, three grandsons, one great-granddaughter and one sister Marge Rankin and husband John. Les was preceded in death by his parents, Elgie and Mabel Morris. Special thanks to Hospice, Visiting Angels and Blaine Fire Department. A Service of Remembrance will be held Friday, May 14, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. at Jerns Funeral Chapel with Chaplin Glenn Newton officiating. Arrangements by Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium.
MORRIS, Mary Ann, age 77, of Mission, B.C., passed away Thurs. Feb. 2, (1978). Mrs. Morris had been a resident of Lummi Reservation and Derosche, B.C. her entire life time. She is survived by 4 sons, Leo, Ronald, Thomas and Ray all of Lummi; 2 daughters, Ruth Solomon and Marian Jefferson both of Lummi; 2 brothers, 7 sisters 47 grandchildren, 55 great grandchildren, numerous other relatives. Vigil prayer services will be conducted in Moles Funeral Home, Sun., Feb. 5 at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. Peter Duggan, Mon., Feb. 6 at 10 a.m. in St. Joachim's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
MORRIS, Raphael Joseph, 57, a former Marietta resident, died Wednesday (July 27, 1955) at Lake Errock, B.C., as a result of a drowning accident. Besides his widow, Mary Ann, Mr. Morris is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Dewey Soloman of Beach Star Route; four sons, Leo of Port Townsend, Ronald and Tom of Bellingham, and Ray of Deming; 17 grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Monday in the Monroe Funeral Chapel in Ferndale. Funeral services will be conducted at 9 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joachim's Church in Marietta, the Rev. Father Joseph Dakin officiating. Interment will follow in the Lummi Reservation Cemetery.
MORRIS, Ronald Patrick, Sr., "Thul-Thol-Its-Kanim", age 80 of Lummi, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2002, in Bellingham. He was born, Oct. 15, 1921 to Raphael & Maryann (Kelly) Morris in Deroche, B.C. Mr. Morris was a member of the 1910 Shaker Indian Church of Lummi where he was a Minister and was also a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Deroche, B.C. He was a Tribal Judge for the Lummi Nation and Chief of Lakahahmen Reserve at Deroche, B.C., Canada. Mr. Morris had worked as a Foreman at Intalco Aluminum in Ferndale for 17 years, and had also owned & operated a Shake Mill on Bennett Dr. in Bellingham. He loved the outdoors especially hunting for deer and ducks. Preceding him in death were his brother, Leo Morris sister, Marian Jefferson son, James Morris grandson, Michael Jefferson and great granddaughter, Kadeja Hawk. Survivors include: five daughters: Sharon James of Tulalip, Merri Morris of Lummi, Patricia M. Morris of
Lummi, Marilyn Morris of Tulalip Ronalda Jean Morris of Lummi son: Ronald P. Morris, Jr. of Lummi Special Friend and mother of his children: Cecilia Morris 16 grandchildren 26 great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter sister: Ruth Solomon of Lummi two brothers: Thomas J. Morris and Rayfield Morris both of Lummi numerous nieces, nephews & other relatives. A Vigil Service is scheduled for Wednesday, June 5,2002, at 7:00 p.m., with Mr. Vernon Lane officiating. Funeral Mass will be Thursday, June 6, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., with Father Patrick Twohy, S.J. officiating. Both services are being held at the Wex Li Em Community Center, at Lummi. Burial will follow at the Lummi Cemetery.
MORRIS, Thomas James, Sr., was born July 4, 1923, in Lummi, Washington. He was the son of Maryanne and Raphael Morris. Thomas passed on November 24, 2007 at his residence on the Lummi Reservation. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he was honorably discharged as a 5th Grade Technician Radio Operator. Thomas was the former CAP Director and AA Counselor for the Lummi Nation, and for Matsqui Prison in Canada. He was also a commercial fisherman, and he worked for American Friends in Seattle to advocate for Native American issues. He is preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, James Morris and Elizabeth Kinley; brothers Ted and Leo Morris; wives Gloria Morris and Juanita Morris; cousin, Marion Jefferson; son James Morris, Sr.; grandson Jayson Morris, Sr. and great-grandson, Jayson Morris, Jr. He is survived by brother, Ray Morris, Sr.; sister Ruth Solomon; sons Robert, Thomas, Cyril and Frank Morris; daughters Threasa Jones, Cheri Morris, and Sandra Morris all of the Lummi Nation, and other daughters, Evelyn Jefferson, Martina Placid; stepchildren Liz and Vicki, Randy Turner and Mike Hunter; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Prayer services were held Monday, November 26, 2007 at 6 p.m. at the Wexliem. Funeral services
will be Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 10 a.m. also at the Wexliem.
MORRISON, Arthur J., age 83 years, of 2000 J Street, passed away at his home, Wednesday, December 3, (1947). Mr. Morrison was a retired express agent from Helena, Montana, and had resided here the past twenty-five years; deceased was an attendant at the First Presbyterian Church and leaves the following survivors; The widow, Elizabeth, at home; one son, Charles A., of this city; one grandchild, and three great grandchildren. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth, where services will be conducted by Dr. R. T. McFarlane, Saturday, December 6, at 10:30 a.m. Final resting place Bay View.
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MORRISON, Charles A., age 74, 504 W. Holly, passed away in a local hospital Wednesday, July 28, (1965). Mr. Morrison was a resident of Bellingham for the past 35 years and was a retired railroad man. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 30, at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Myron Hilty officiating. Internment Greenacres.
MORRISON, Elizabeth M., age 85, of 200 J St, passed away in a local hospital Thursday, March 29, (1951). Mrs. Morrison had resided here for the past 29 years and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Helena, Mont. Surviving relatives are one son, Charles A. Morrison, of this city; four grandchildren; four sisters, Mrs., W. J. Trezise, Mrs. Marion Bruce, and Mrs. Mert Riddle, of this city, and Mrs. Charles Sawday, of Vancouver, Wash. The remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where private services will be conducted by the Rev. James M. Wilson, Saturday, March 31, at 10 a.m. Cremation.
MORRISON, Elsie M. of Bellingham died Monday, Jan. 5, 1998, at St. Francis Extended Health Care. She was 96. At her request, no service will be held. Born May 5, 1901, to John and Odille Tessier LaChance in Red Lake Falls, Minn., she lived in Whatcom County for six years. Survivors include her daughter, Joan Meshwa of Ferndale; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
MORRISON, James, age 82, of San Diego, California, passed away at his home there, Tuesday, November 7, (1944). Mr. Morrison is survived by the widow, Mary Anne; one son, Kenneth C. Morrison, of Blaine; two sisters, Katherine Johnston, Seattle; Mrs. Christine Riddle, San Diego; two grandchildren, James McPhail and Marjorie Ann Morrison, of Blaine, and several nieces and nephews. The body will lie in state at the McKinney Funeral Home in Blaine until Thursday, November 16, when graveside services will be conducted at the Woodlawn Cemetery at 3 p.m. with Rev. Emrys Thomas, of Blaine, officiating. Pallbearers will be Willard Clarkson, of Ferndale; Walter E. Clarkson, Tonasket, Wash.; Fraser Morrison, T. B. Morrison, W. J. Morrison and R. G. Morrison, all of Anacortes.
MORRISON, Lillian - A resident of this community for the past 45 years, Lillian Cramer Morrison, passed away at the family home at 2422 D St., on Friday. She was 74. Mrs. Morrison was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. For a half century she had been a member of the Sehome Chapter, No. 17, OES. She was a Past Matron of the Galva, Kans., Chapter, OES. Surviving relatives include two daughters, Mrs. Margaret L. Klein of Edmonds and Miss Eilene M. Morrison of Aberdeen; two grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Maude B. Smith of Little River, Kans., Miss Clara M. Cramer and Mrs. Myrtle C. Dunsford, both of Bellingham, and numerous nieces and nephews. Remains rest at the Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home, where services will be conducted by the Rev. Harold E. Penhalurick at 3 p.m. Monday. Interment will be in Bay View.
MORRISSEY, Mary M., age 87, a lifetime resident of Bellingham, died July 21, 1997 at Mt. Baker Care Center in Bellingham. Mrs. Morrissey was born in Bellingham on June 16, 1910 to parents Stephen and Katherine Bodlos. She attended local schools including Lowell Grade School and Fairhaven High School. She was a life member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Survivors include a son John Morrissey and his wife Dolores; daughters Patricia and her husband Jerry Hurlbert and Marilyn and her husband Randy Lampman, all of Bellingham; grandchildren Jean, Janice, Kay, Guy, Becky and Bill; and one great grandchild, Jordan. The extended family includes many nieces and nephews. A vigil service will be at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 24, 1997 at Westford Funeral. The funeral mass will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday, July 25, 1997 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Bayview Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.
MORTON, Margo C. - A private family gathering for Margo C. Morton of Bellingham will be held at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Morton died Tuesday, Oct. 5, 1999, at the Mount Baker Care Center. She was 85. Born March 30, 1914, to Ambrose and Josephine (Comeau) Bourneuf in Melrose, Mass., she was a longtime resident of Plaistow and Rochester, N.H., before moving to Whatcom County three years ago. During World War II, Mrs. Morton served as a U.S. Army nurse in the South Pacific. Mrs. Morton worked at Hale Hospital in Haverhill, Mass., for many years. Her husband, William B. Morton, preceded her in death. Survivors include daughters Sandra Walker of Ferndale and Sue Bourn of Stratham, N.H.; son Robert Morton of Barrington, N.H.; sister Mary Patrona of Framingham, Mass.; two grandchildren; and four nephews. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
MOSES, Dalene H. of Deer Park died Friday, Sept. 10, 1999, at age 51. Mrs. Moses grew up in Bellingham and was a 1966 graduate of Bellingham High School. She was an active member of the Chattaroy Community Church and the church's bible study group. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Richard Moses of Deer Park children Koby Moses of Spokane, Gabe Moses of Elk and Cade Moses of Deer Park sisters Charlene Carr and Margie Bakker of Bellingham and Vivian Wilkinson of Ferndale a brother, Carl Weston of Bellingham a grandchild, Ceryna Moses and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Memorial services for Mrs. Moses will be held at the Chattaroy Community Church at 3 p.m. Sept. 18, 1999.
MOSHER, Helen M. age 83 of Bellingham, passed away at her home Monday, February 12, 2007. She was born October 26, 1923 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, the third oldest of nine children born to Mary (O'Connell) and Frank McDougall. The family moved to Brooklyn, New York when she was young. After graduation from Fordham University, she worked as a Social Worker for Catholic Charities in Brooklyn and Cincinnati, Ohio where she met and married Gene Mosher. The family moved to the Northwest in 1965 and lived in Edmonds before moving to Bellingham in 1977. She is survived by her husband Gene of the family home, children: Amy of Kirkland, WA, Gregory and his wife Barbara of Wasilla, AK and Rodney and his wife Nina of Duvall, WA, and grandchildren Gavin and Nathan. A Memorial Mass will be offered by Father Qui Thae Nguyen, Celebrant, Friday, February 16, 2007, 12:10 pm, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with a reception following in the Parish Hall.
MOSIER, Dianne Hawley, born July 9, 1957, died peacefully at home on December 12, 2002. Dianne's husband George was at her side as he had been throughout their 13 years of marriage. Dianne is survived by her father Dick Hawley and wife Liz, sister Tami Eiford and husband Greg, brothers Bob and wife Shannon, Brian and Jennifer; stepfather Tom Hooper and countless aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Mosier is also survived by Debbie Rehburger, her soul sister and lifetime friend, whose constant love, care and presence will bond them eternally. Dianne was preceded in death by her mother, Marlys Tieman Hooper. George brought to Dianne an adoring family that ranges from the Pacific Northwest to Tennessee and Alabama. Together they added to their Ohana while living on the island of Hawaii. Dianne lived, loved and traveled through her life with stoic grace, subtle passion, and humor. She found her greatest joy when she was with her friends and family. Her warmth, compassion and acceptance of life offers lessons for all that knew her. She will continue to be an inspiration. Mahalo, our dearest Di, and Aloha until we meet again. The family wishes to thank Lori Smith Venners and all of those special people whose love and generosity helped and comforted Dianne and George through a most difficult time. A private family service will be held on Orcas Island.
MOSNESS, Peter died peacefully and surrounded by family, October 30, 1997. Born in Norway October 10, 1909, he came to the U.S. in 1926. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Katherine (Tink) of Shoreline, daughters Karen Bevry of Seattle, Anne Mosness of Bellingham and Gail Hanson, Brownsville, Texas, grandson Peter Girvan, Bellingham/Salt Lake City, four other grandchildren and family in Washington, Texas and Norway. Peter was a gold miner, shipwright and fisherman and a longtime political activist on behalf of the commercial fishing industry. He was an officer of the Puget Sound Gillnetter's Association, Alaska Independent Fishermen's Marketing Association, on Governor Evans' Fisheries Advisory Board and in many other organizations. He will be remembered for his courage, integrity and strength. Burial will be November 2, at 3:00 at Evergreen-Washelli, 11111 Aurora Ave. N. and memorial at 4:00 at St. Dunstan's, 1722 N. 145th, Seattle.
MOSS, Ira Alexander was born on November 21, 1937, to Ira E. and Pearl Moss in Kelsey, TX, and passed away on February 2, 2006, in Bellingham, WA. He spent most of his childhood years growing up in Bingham Canyon, UT, and graduated high school at Bingham Canyon High. While serving in the Navy on the USS Burton Island, he traveled both to the North and South poles. While stationed in Seattle, WA, he met Carolyn Gene Linde. Carolyn and Ira were married April 30, 1959, in Salt Lake City, UT, and soon thereafter moved to Custer, WA, where they raised their three sons. Ira was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He was also a member of the National Rifle Assoc. and the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way. Ira loved to work in his flowerbeds and raise irises. His other favorite pastimes were hunting and dancing. After retiring from the railroad, where he worked for Burlington Northern for 35 years, Ira and Carolyn served a CES mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints for two years at the Bellingham Institute of Religion. Ira was a loving husband, father and grandfather of 12, who loved to teach his grandkids how to dance. At the time of his passing, he was involved in a multi-regional Dance Festival that included 1,400 teenage youth from all over the Puget Sound area. Ira was very involved with the youth of the church. Ira is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn, and his three sons, Evan, Jerry and Will. Visitation is scheduled for Sunday, February 5, 2006, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Moles Funeral Home - Main Street, Ferndale Chapel. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, February 6, 2006, at 12:00 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2550 Thornton Rd., Ferndale, WA. Moles Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MOSSIGE, Louise K. - A graveside service for Louise K. (Gerner) Mossige of Bellingham will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale, with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Mrs. Mossige died Thursday, April 5, 2001, in Bellingham. She was 90. Born Jan. 10, 1911, to Nicholas and Katherine (Goetz) Gerner in Bellingham, she was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. On Sept. 6, 1935, she married Ing Mossige in Bellingham. Mrs. Mossige was a member of a local card club. An avid gardener, she also enjoyed reading and playing cards, pinochle, cribbage and pool at the Bellingham Senior Activity Center. Her son Eugene F. Mossige died in 1948. Survivors include her husband of Rosewood Villa; sister Elsie Kohler and brothers Walter and Elmer Gerner, all of Bellingham; and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MORVEE, William Dale, age 64, of 1452 King St., passed away Thursday, September 19, 1991 in Bellingham. Born July 18, 1927 in South Dakota, he was a Bellingham area resident for 40 years; retired from Dahl's Sea-Pac after 25 years of service; he then worked in construction in Seattle. Married Helen Graf March 17, 1955; she preceded him in death in 1988. U.S. Army veteran; member of American Legion Post #86, Blaine; enjoyed hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. Survived by two sons, William D. Morvee, Jr. of Longview, WA and Kenney E. Morvee of Ferndale, WA; daughter, Anna Kassner of Everson, WA; sister Eula Mosteller of Kelso, WA; 6 grandchildren. Graveside Service Tuesday, September 24, 1 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MOTE, Josephine H., of 613 Gladstone Street, passed away in a local hospital Wednesday, December 19, (1951). Mrs. Mote had resided in this community for the past 49 years and was a member of the First Church of Christ Scientist. Surviving relatives are her husband, Roy, at home; three sisters, Mrs. Ida Holmes, of Mount Vernon, Mrs. Bess Carlson, of Yakima, and Mrs. Tilda Waller, of Seattle, also many nieces and nephews. The remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where Christian Science services will be read Saturday, December 22, at 10:30 a.m. Final resting place, Greenacres Memorial Park.
MOWAT, Lillian I. - Visitation for Lillian I. (Knutzen) Mowat of Bellingham will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday at Hulbush Funeral Home in Burlington. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hulbush Funeral Home. Interment will follow at the Burlington Cemetery. Mrs. Mowat died Saturday, June 7, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. She was 74. Born June 12, 1922, in Gastonia, N.C., to Leo and Margaret (Hoffman) Davis, Mrs. Mowat was raised in North Carolina and moved to Big Lake as a teen-ager. After graduation from Sedro Woolley High School, she married Erwin Knutzen in 1940. The couple operated a dairy farm on Bayview Hill in Burlington. Mrs. Mowat enjoyed playing cards - particularly pinochle and cribbage - with friends. In 1965, she moved to the Bellingham area, where she married Frank Mowat. Survivors include her mother, Margaret Lowe, of Sedro-Woolley; two sons, Raymond Knutzen of Everett and Ronald Knutzen of Bellingham; one daughter, Vicki Mackey of Bellingham; two brothers, Roy Davis of Bow and Ray Davis of Cashmere; two grandsons; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
MOWREY, Fred Sr. – A memorial service for Fred Mowrey Sr. of Bellingham will be at 7 p.m. Nov. 8 at Silver Beach Church, with the Rev. Steve Balvanz officiating. Mr. Mowrey died Sunday, Oct. 22, 2000 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 74. Born Aug. 11, 1926 to Ernest and Rose Mowrey in Salt Lake City, he attended a two-year community college in San Francisco. Mr. Mowrey served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean War. He was retired from hotel management and had lived in Whatcom County for three years Mr. Mowrey was a member of Silver Beach Church. His interests included reading and Bible study. Survivors include sons Dave Mowrey and Fred Mowrey Jr., daughter Karen Malloy, sister Thelma Loo of Salt Lake City and three
grandchildren. Arrangements are by American Mortuary Services of Renton.
MOZELEWSKI, Laura Lynn – A Celebration of Life Mass for Laura Lynn Wojnar Mozelewski of Bellingham will be celebrated at Assumption Catholic Church in Bellingham, followed by a gathering of family and friends in the church. Mrs. Mozelewski died at home in the presence of family on Friday, Dec. 22, 2000 after a nine-year battle with cancer. She was 41. Born Aug. 12, 1959 in New Castle, Pa., to Louis W. and JoAnne Chrobak Wojnar, she grew up in New Castle, graduated from Union Area High School, attended Clarion State College and graduated with a degree in social work from Gannon College in Erie, Pa. She met Michael Mozelewski at Gannon College and they married in 1982, living in Idaho for two years before settling in Bellingham. Mrs. Mozelewski had worked as a case manager for Big Brothers/Big Sisters and the Opportunity Council and as an advocate for domestic-violence victims and case coordinator for the city of Bellingham. She enjoyed her friends and family. She was preceded in death by her father on Dec. 1. Survivors include her husband; her mother of New Castle, Pa.; and sisters Susan M. Wojnar of Struthers, Ohio and Carole W. Peter of Minneapolis. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
MUENCH, Lillian G., age 74, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Thursday, June 19, 1997 at home surrounded by family. She was born March 20, 1923, in Seattle, WA to Nelse and Amelie (Larsen) Christensen. Mrs. Muench was a resident of Bellingham for 30 years, and a hairdresser for the elderly in local care facilities for 25 years. Mrs. Muench was preceded in death by her sister Garnet Madsen, brother Martin Christensen, and nephew Gary Madsen. She is survived by 2 sons, Paul and wife Kate Leckman, Herb and wife Shirley Leckman, all of Seattle; daughter, Judy Leckman of Bellingham; 7 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and close friend, Carol Collander. There will be a memorial service on Thursday, June 26, 1997, at 2:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MUENSCHER, Frederick Otto passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 15, 2014 in the comfort of his beautiful home on the Ten Mile Rd. He was born to Fritz and Neldia Muenscher on Nov. 16, 1933 in Bellingham, WA. He graduated from Lynden High School where he played football, basketball, and baseball. He went on to play football and basketball at Pacific Lutheran University and continued playing sports in the Army at Fort Sam Houston. Fred loved sports and was an avid WSU Cougars fan. He was a successful businessman, opening 26 Shakey's Pizza Parlors throughout Washington and Canada. Along with the pizza business, he enjoyed owning and operating Hinote's Corner for 38 years. He also owned several athletic clubs where he played handball with his family and friends for over 30 years. His golden years of "retirement" were filled with road trips with his bride, trips to Mexico, fishing and crabbing in the San Juans, and watching his grandkids grow. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, papa, and friend. His contagious laughter brightened the lives of everyone he came into contact with and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Esther; his children: Julie, Terri (Guy), Holli, Candys Plagerman (Dwayne), and Fritz; his grandchildren: Leo, Taylor, Danielle (Caleb), Cailey, Jacob, Joshua and Joseph; and his three sisters: Bernita (Pete) Zuidmeer, Isabel (Vail) Palmer and Elinor (Lonnie) Montgomery. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, January 21st, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Ten Mile Cemetery, with a memorial service following at 1:00 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church - 2530 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham, WA 98225.
MUENSCHER-TARR, Irene died Tuesday, April 27, 1993, in Lynden. She was 93. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Hope Lutheran Church in Lynden with the Rev. Wesley Howell officiating. Burial will precede in Ten Mile Cemetery. She was born Jan. 26, 1900, in Ontario, Canada, to Israel and Paulina Thompson Hallman. The family moved to Whatcom County in 1911. She attended Ten Mile School and married Carl Muenscher in 1918. Her preceded her in death in 1951. She married Stephen Tarr in 1968. He died in February
1992. A homemaker, she was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and attended Ten Mile Chapel. Mrs. Muenscher-Tarr also was preceded in death by a daughter, Eleanor Jansen, and a grandson, Rodney Muenscher. Arrangements by Gillies Funeral Home.
MUIR, Campbell - Funeral services for Campbell Muir, 35, have been scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday at the First Baptist Church in Ferndale. Mr. Muir, 1148 Everson-Goshen Road, died Thursday (Nov. 6, 1969) in a traffic accident. He was a resident here for three years and was a member of the Grandview Golf Club. He worked at Intalco Aluminum Co. Survivors are the wife Helen; two daughters, Kay and Julie, both at home, and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Muir of Howwood, Scotland. The Rev. William Shroyer will officiate the services. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of the Moles Funeral Home.
MUIR, Robert Archibald, age 79, of Sumas, passed away at his home Tuesday, July 27, (1948) following a brief illness. He was born in Ontario, Canada, and had resided in Whatcom County for 21 years. Surviving are the wife, Ellen, Sumas; six daughters, Edna Tribe, Elva Myers, Ida Read, Loreena Bonnycastle, Norma Perry, all of British Columbia, Clara Miller, Sumas; three sons, Wilfred, Vancouver, B.C., Thomas, Sumas, Robert, Morton, Washington; five step-daughters, Gladys Palmer, Centralia, Ethel Tillotson, White Salmon, Washington, Blanche Lusnesden, Pearl Farmer, Pansy Martin, all of Hoquiam; 21 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at Gillies Chapel in Sumas, Friday, July 30, 2 p.m., standard time. Rev. George Cooprider, of Bellingham, and Rev. Robert Robison, of Sumas, officiating. Final resting place, Sumas Cemetery.
MULCAHY, Rena Susan was born on May 31, 1939 in Cordova, Alaska. She died of Cancer on February 2, 2007 at her home in Bellingham, Washington. Rena's childhood was spent in Kodiak, Alaska. Following college at Seattle University, she returned to Alaska and resided in Anchorage for over 35 years. In 1997, she retired from the University of Alaska at Anchorage as a Full Professor. She was an active member of Natives of Kodiak and worked with the educational board of Koniag, Inc. In 2002, Rena and her partner, Lois Chanslor, moved to Bellingham, Washington. Rena is survived by her partner Lois of 16 years, her son Patrick of Anchorage, Alaska, and her daughter Mara, her son-in-law Russell Milham of Seattle, Washington, her two grandchildren Lila and Samuel, sister Mary Kauffmann, former husband Edward Mulcahy of Anchorage, and by many many
friends. She was preceded in death by her brother Barney Corgetelli. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2007 at 2 p.m. at the Lairmont Manor in Bellingham.
MULDER, Alvin, age 86 of Sumas, was taken to be with his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at St. Joseph Hospital. A lifetime Sumas area resident, he was the son of Albert and Elizabeth (Dyksterhuis) Mulder and was born on September 2, 1920. He attended Lynden schools and married Alyda Kaemingk on October 8, 1948. Together they operated a dairy farm on the Halverstick Road and later he worked for the Sumas Water Association. Alvin was a charter member of the Sumas Christian Reformed Church where he had also served as an Elder. He was active at the Nooksack-Everson Food Bank and enjoyed fishing and working on hand craft projects. A social person, Alvin delighted in spending time with friends and family; which brought him much joy. Mr. Mulder is survived at home by his wife, Alyda; children, Joanne (Mike) Forthun of Mt. Vernon, Butch (Joyce) Mulder of Lynden, Betsy (Darrel) VanWeerdhuizen and Edith (Terry) Burke of Everson; ten grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; sisters, Hilda Kornelis and Marian Stremler of Lynden and Gladys (Marion) Haveman of Maple Falls and numerous other relatives. Besides his parents, Alvin was preceded in death by daughter Glenda Mulder, granddaughter Heather Mullenix and great-granddaughter Tylee Altona.
MULKA, John C., age 54, 2394 Lewis St., Long Beach, Calif., passed away in that city Sunday, Aug. 1, (1976). A former resident of Sumas, Mr. Mulka had resided in Long Beach for the past 15 years. He was a WWII Army veteran and a retired seaman for the Matson Lines. He is survived by 1 son, John C. Mulka; 4 brothers Harry, Robert of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Donald of Sumas and Victor of Bellingham; also numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be conducted Tuesday, Aug. 10 at 2 p.m. in the Sumas Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.
MULLEN, June Beverly - A memorial service for June Beverly Mullen of Lyman will be at 5:30 p.m. today at the Masonic Lodge in Sedro-Woolley. Mrs. Mullen died Wednesday, May 7, 1997, at United General Hospital. She was 75. Born Nov. 24, 1921, to Osmond and Ethel Harnden Bridge in Ferndale, she was raised in Hamilton. A graduate of Hamilton High School, she attended Western Washington University. She married Dennis Mullen on Dec. 6, 1941, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. After World War II, Mrs. Mullen returned to Washington and lived in Lyman for more than 40 years. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, camping, hiking, working crossword puzzles, reading and traveling. Survivors include her husband of the family home, sons Kevin Mullen of Lyman and Terry Mullen of Gunnison, Colo., one brother, seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Lemley Chapel in Sedro-Woolley.
MULLENS, Constance - Services for Constance Mullens, 99, will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. Dick Mattila officiating. Mrs. Mullens, of 3035 Grandview Road, died Wednesday (Aug. 21, 1991) at her home. She was born Constance Hestad, on Dec. 9, 1891, in Christensen, Norway, to Ole and Jesine Olson Hestad. She came to this country alone at the age of 18. She worked for 46 years as a seamstress, bake and live-in companion to two older cousins who ran tea rooms in New York, and owned a farm in Connecticut. She married Stephen J. Mullens on Sept. 11, 1943, in Westport, Conn. The couple and Mrs. Mullens two elderly cousins moved to Sylmar, Calif. in the 1950s. The farm was turned into a historical park. Mrs. Mullens moved with her husband to Ferndale in 1973, where she enjoyed her hobbies of gardening, baking and painting. Survivors include her husband, Stephen, of the family home; her sister Kazia Vettrus of Ferndale; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
MULLER, Walter passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 22, at his home. Walter was born April 26, 1928 in Frankfurt, Germany. He lived for the past 20 years in Bellingham. He is survived by his wife Karin, his son Barry E. Muller (wife Amy), grandchildren Kurt and Erica, his son Donald W. Muller (wife Jin) and grandchildren Kristina and Peter. He has a sister, brother-in-law and several cousins living in Germany. There will be a gathering of family and friends in his memory on Thursday, July 26, between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. at Anthony's Restaurant in Bellingham.
MULLINS, Carol J. (Murray) died Easter Sunday March 30, (1997). She was 48. She attended Mt. Baker and was a Bellingham High graduate. Survivors include mother Ella Bottiger; brothers Neil Murray, Fred Murray & Frank Bottiger; sister Lurene Mensch, Patty Murray and Fran Bottiger & numerous other relatives. Private services.
MULVANEY, Jean W., 2704 Peabody St., died Monday. Born in Scotland, she had been a Bellingham resident for 48 years. She is survived by a daughter in California and a sister in Bellingham. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Jones Funeral Home, with Joseph Scott officiating. Burial will be in Bayview Cemetery.
MUMM, Carol Marie (Bates), age 59, passed away on June 7, 2002. She was born in Seattle, WA on March 15, 1943 to Francis and Lillian (Norby) Bates. Carol graduated from Bellingham High School in 1961, then married Brian Mumm in 1963. She enjoyed gardening, reading, quilting, sewing, and making photo albums. Carol also enjoyed camping, crafts, and especially enjoyed spending time with her granddaughters. She was preceded in death by her mother Lillian Bates and sister Karen Bates Turk. Carol is survived by her husband Brian Mumm of Bellingham, daughter Bryana Mumm and husband Jeremy Corley of Woodinville, daughter Laurie Mumm and granddaughters Caitlin and Althea (Tia) Mumm of Bellingham, father Francis (Frank) Bates of Bellingham, brothers Bruce Bates of Everett, Eric and wife Kathy Bates of Randolph, WI, Michael (Mike) and wife Diane Bates of Bellingham, sister Heather Koppenheffer of Sedro-Woolley, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Richard (Dick) and Sue Mumm of Bellingham and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Laurel Community Baptist Church. Burial will be at Enterprise Cemetery.
MUMM, Eloise F. of Bellingham died Saturday, Dec. 23, 2000, in Bellingham. She was 90. A graveside service will start at 1 p.m. Friday in Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Born Nov. 11, 1910, to Perry and Lillian (Fairbanks) McGrew in Fidalgo, she was co-owner and operator of Mumm Mower Service of Bellingham. She enjoyed gardening, bird feeding, camping and rock hunting, and she was active at Bellingham Senior Activity Center. Mrs. Mumm was preceded in death by her husband, Leslie W. Mumm, on Sept. 20, 1972. Survivors include sons Richard Mumm and Brian Mumm, both of Bellingham, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MUNDAY, Jill Marie, age 46, lifetime resident of Whatcom Co. died May 18, 1997 at Highland Conv. Center after a long battle with cancer which she fought courageously. She was born April 16, 1951 in Bellingham, Wa., to Bruce and Joan (Eaton) Geleynse. Jill was a 1969 graduate of Meridian High School. She enjoyed horse back riding and Bible Study. Jill was a faithful servant of Christ, she brought love and joy and hope to many. She leaves to survive her dear family all of Bellingham, WA. Daughter Tina Huff; son Ryan Munday; parents, Bruce and Joan Geleynse; sister, Jan Rambo; brothers, Jeff and Bruce Geleynse; grandchildren, Danielle and Jordan Huff; numerous other relatives and many close friends. A private family burial will be held followed by a memorial service at Calvary Temple, 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 22, 1997. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MUNGARRO, Ignacia, age 42, of Ferndale passed away Sunday, February 15, 2004. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale and enjoyed her faith as a Catholic by helping other people. She is survived by her mother, Consuelo Mungarro; daughter, Maria Mungarro; brothers Pablo and Luis Mungarro; sister, Maria Garcia and nieces, Cindy and Jessica. A rosary will be held Wednesday, February 19th at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale with Father Timothy Sauer officiating. Internment will follow at Enterprise Cemetery. Arrangements by Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium.
MUNGER, Kathryn J., 37, of Bellingham died Friday, June 13, 1997, in a construction accident in the Birch Bay area. She was born May 13, 1960 in Duluth, Minn., to Dr. James and Peggy Munger. She lived in Whatcom County for more than 13 years and worked as a heavy-equipment operator for Wilder Construction Co. She also was a welding artist. She volunteered with many community groups and was an outdoor enthusiast. Her hobbies included boating, water skiing, camping and hiking, hockey and spending time with her dogs Lego, Bear and Messy Buckethead. Ms. Munger was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Munger of Duluth, and special friend Blake Grinstein of Bellingham. Survivors include her parents of Duluth; her partner Jennifer Willner of Bellingham; one brother, Dr. William Munger of Boston, Mass.; an uncle, Garet Munger of Seattle; one nephew and numerous friends. A memorial service is pending.
MUNSON, Elvira E., age 71, 2501 E. St., passed away Wed., Feb. 2, (1977). Mrs. Munson had been a resident of Bellingham for many years and was a member of the Free Methodist Church. She leaves to survive 2 sons, Douglas Munson of this city and Dennis Susdorf of Seattle; 5 grandchildren, 2 brothers, Clarence Anderson of Ferndale and Leonard Anderson of this city; 2 sisters, Edna Markwood of City and Judy Tradal of Seattle, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 4 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Archie Rumppe officiating. Interment Woodlawn.
MUNROE, Douglas D. of Bellingham, WA, a lifetime county resident, passed away Friday, October 31, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 74. Mr. Munroe was born January 26, 1923 in Bellingham to Wyldes L. and Margaret (Dotson) Munroe. On June 26, 1977, he married Wilda Blair Nichols in Everett. He worked in auto-body repair in local dealerships, including Dewey Griffin and Hilliards, among others, retiring from Brien Ford in Everett in 1986. Mr. Munroe loved sports, fishing, and raising poodles, and he was known for his fondness for coffee. Survivors include wife Wilda; daughters, Judy and husband Stan Bechtol of Arlington, Patti Munroe of Olympia, Beverly and husband Lowell Jonson of Mount Vernon, Melva and husband Randy Clemenson of Bellingham; sister Margaret Lack of Gresham, OR; grandchildren, Kathy Bechtol of Bellingham, Dan and wife Connie Bechtol of Redmond, Michael and wife Trish Bechtol of Denver, Randi and Daniel Clemenson of Bellingham, Michael and John Jonson of Mount Vernon, Scott Bierne of Bellingham, (who cared for his grandfather for the past few years); and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, November 8, at Jones-Moles Funeral Chapel. Visitation is Friday, November 7, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 8, noon to 2 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
MURA, Edward, age 74, of 2100 Young St., passed away Thurs. Oct. 10, (1985) at his residence. He was a member of the U.S. Marine Corp for 4 years, with the Coast Guard for 4 years during WWII, retired from the Border Patrol, spent 8 years with the Whatcom County Sheriff's Dept., member of Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7 American Legion, Assumption Church, Assumption Parrish Council, Senior Citizens. Survived by his wife Mary; 2 sons, Steve Mura of Bellingham, Merek Edward Mura, Port Protection, Alaska; 2 daughters, Merial E. Lepera of Calif., Louann Culbreth of Summerville, Oregon; 1 sister, Ann Carr, Soap Lake, Wash.; 8 grandchildren; numerous other relatives. Arrangements by the Westford Funeral Home.
MURA, Mary K., age 93, died peacefully with family at her side on October 10, 2004 at the Ridgemont Adult Family Home in Bellingham. She was born Mary Kathleen McDonald to her parents John D. and Edith McDonald on June 10, 1911 in her family home on Meridian Street. A lifelong resident of Bellingham, she began first grade at Assumption Catholic School in 1917, graduating in 1925. She attended Whatcom High School, graduating with the class of 1929. Mary then pursued her lifelong passion to be a teacher at Bellingham Normal School (now Western Washington University) where she was elected student body vice president. She began her teaching career in Shelton, Washington where, in 1938, she became reacquainted with her former 8th grade classmate, Edward S. Mura, upon his return from serving with the U.S. Marine Corps in China. They were married on June 25, 1938 at Assumption Church. She taught at Assumption school for a time and also in Melrose Park, Illinois while her family lived there on government assignment for 4 years. She returned to Bellingham in 1960 where she worked for and retired from the Bellingham School District. Her greatest joys in teaching were the many years she taught special education at Shuksan and then Fairhaven Junior High Schools. At age 15 she wrote and starred in her own weekly radio show at KVOS radio (now KGMI). She was a charter member of the Bellingham Theater Guild and had a life long love for the theater, poetry and reading. She was a lifelong member of the Catholic Daughters of America, serving a term as state regent; served on the board, and was president of the Bellingham YWCA; and was a member of, and served a term as president of Church Women United of Bellingham. Mary's life was one filled with joy, happiness optimism and faith. Her family never knew her to ever say an unkind word about any person. She was the emotional rock for the family she raised. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Edward Mura in 1985, and her daughter Meriel E. Lepera on May 20th of this year. She is survived by her son Merek Mura and his wife Elizabeth of Hawaii; her son Steven Mura and his wife Chris of Bellingham; and daughter Louann Culbreth of Bellingham. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Our mother's passing will leave a large void in our lives, but we take comfort in knowing that she lived such a full and happy life. May God grant Mom all the joy she so generously shared with all the lives she so lovingly touched. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, October 18 at 7 p.m. at Assumption Church.
MURA, Sarah Regina, age 81, of Clipper, passed away Monday, August 16, (1954) following a lingering illness. Mrs. Mura had resided in that district for the past 51 years and was a member of the St. Joseph's Catholic Church and the Altar Society. She is survived by one son, Edward S., of this city; two daughters, Mrs. Clara H. Alaways of Sedro Woolley, Mrs. Ann M. Carr of Shelton; 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; one brother, Charles Mikawa of Fairchild, Wis. Rosary will be said Thursday, August 19, at 7:30 p.m. within the cathedral chapel of the Westford Funeral Home, requiem mass will be read Friday, August 20, at 10:30 a.m. within the St. Joseph's Catholic Church of Clipper with Rev. Fr. M. P. Murray officiating. Interment Clipper Cemetery.
MURDZIA, Helen J. - Visitation for Helen J. (Grega) Murdzia of Ferndale will be held from noon to 7 tonight at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. A vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at the church, with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. Mrs. Murdzia died Sunday, Dec. 5, 1999 at St Joseph Hospital. Born Oct. 13, 1919 to John and Mary Grega in Olean, NY she was one of 13 siblings and had been a Whatcom County resident for 45 years. On July 28, 1937, she married John C. Murdzia in Olean and they moved to Ferndale in 1954. He died in 1983. Mrs. Murdzia was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, where she served as a Eucharistic minister and was a member of the Altar Society, St. Anne Guild, Sacristan. She also was a member of the Moose, Eagle and Elks lodges of Bellingham. She enjoyed league bowling in Ferndale, gardening, knitting, hiking, cooking and listening and dancing to polka music. Her daughter Janice Marie Murdzia, 12 siblings and 3 grandchildren preceded her in death. Survivors include daughters Marianne Knifong of Bremerton, Judith Rohrs of Tacoma and Marcia Bauer of Puyallup, and sons Donald J. Murdzia of Bellingham, John J. Murdzia of Ferndale and Frank C. Murdzia of Anacortes.
MURDZIA, Janice M. - A vigil service for Janice M. Murdzia of Lynnwood will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at Moles Funeral Home with Deacon George Flicken officiating. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Ms. Murdzia died Wednesday, Dec. 18, 1996, in Edmonds. She was 55. Born May 30, 1941, to John and Helen Grega Murdzia in Olean, N.Y., she moved to Whatcom County in 1954. A graduate of Ferndale High School and Shaw Business College in Bellingham, she worked in civil service for the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Coast Guard and the federal government. A member of St. Pious Catholic Church in Lynnwood, she enjoyed bowling, golfing and playing softball. Survivors include her mother of Ferndale; sisters Marianne Knifong of Bremerton, Judith Rohrs of Tacoma and Marcia Bauer of Puyallup; brothers Don Murdzia and Frank Murdzia, both of Bellingham, and John Murdzia of Ferndale; and numerous other relatives.
MURDZIA, John C., 65, 1966 Willard St., Ferndale, died Wednesday (March 15, 1983) in a Bellingham nursing home. He was born Feb. 10, 1918 at Olean, NY. He was a Ferndale resident since 1954. He was a retired employee of the Mobil Oil Corp. Refinery and a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Ferndale. He had been a member of the Moose, Eagles and Elks lodges of Bellingham. He is survived by his widow, Helen J. Murdzia, three sons, four daughters, his mother, a sister and 18 grandchildren. Rosary-vigil services will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral Home. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery.
MURDZIA, John J. passed away at his home on Sun. Feb. 2, 2003. Memorial graveside services will be held Sat., Feb. 8th, at Woodlawn Cemetery, Ferndale. John was born in Olean, New York to John C. and Helen J. (Grega) Murdzia. John was a 1969 Graduate of Ferndale High School. He worked in various refinery's doing metal and insulation maintenance, and also worked as a carpenter, fishermen and logger. John played slow pitch softball and had a real love for scuba diving around the Northwest and Mexico. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MURK, Merton G. - A family, graveside service for Merton G. Murk of Leavenworth, formerly of Bellingham, will be at 2 p.m. July 13 in Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale, with Lyndon Murk officiating. Mr. Murk died from complications caused by heart failure on Thursday, June 22, 2000, at his home. He was 83. Born Oct. 27, 1917, to Gilbert and Mable (Lean) Murk in Amor, Minn., he graduated from high school and completed a teachers training program. Mr. Murk served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was later honorably discharged from the service. In 1937, he married Evelyn Jorstad in Fergus Falls, Minn., and they moved to Bellingham. She died in 1991. Mr. Murk worked as a line foreman for Puget Power and Light. Mr. Murk lived in Bellingham for 63 years before moving to Leavenworth about 10 years ago. Mr. Murk was a member of the Electrical Workers Union. He also was affiliated with the Lutheran church. His hobbies included gardening, working on computers, reading and writing. Survivors include son Merwyn G. Murk of Bellingham and Keith A. Murk of Albany, Ore.; daughters Armiene C. Brooks of Leavenworth and Sonja R. Seldomridge of Lacy; brother Lyndon Murk of Tacoma; sisters Arline Meyer of Bellingham and Mavis Bjorklund of Gig Harbor; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Ward's Funeral Chapel of Leavenworth.
MURPHY, Wanetia E. passed away December 18, 2005 at Skagit Valley Hospital at the age of 86. She was born March 8, 1919 at Waterloo, Iowa to Oliver Wilkinson and Frances Garrett. She was married to Keith Murphy at Butte, Montana in 1936. In 1939, she and Keith moved to Alger and built their home where Wanetia continued to live until March of 2005 when she moved to Mira Vista in Mount Vernon. In addition to caring for Keith after he was injured in a logging accident, she was mother to their son, Pat, and worked as floor supervisor at the National Foods cannery. She was also employed at Stokley-VanCamp, Norm Nelson Potatoes, and Cascade Cannery. Wanetia was a longtime member of the Alger Improvement Club, the Skagit Valley Eagles, the Silver Run Grange, and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program. For many years she was a dedicated volunteer with the Alger Food Bank. Preceding her in death was her husband, Keith Murphy. She is survived by her son Patrick and wife Peggy of Wasilla, Alaska; her stepdaughter, Shirley Lawrence and husband Stan of Whitehall, Montana; and by many nieces and nephews. The family thanks the many friends and extended family who visited and sent cards to Wanetia this past year. The staff and caregivers of Mira Vista Care Center are also thanked for their kindness to both Wanetia and her family. To celebrate Wanetia's life, a potluck luncheon will be held at the Alger Community Hall in Alger on Saturday, January 21, 2006 at 1 p.m.
MURRAY, Edward F., age 67 of Bellingham died January 9, 1998 at his residence. He was born October 28, 1930, in Philadelphia, PA, to Edward and Madeline (Michel) Murray. He was raised in Philadelphia where he graduated from High School. Mr. Murray served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict and completed college in Great Falls, Montana before returning to Philadelphia. He came to Bellingham in 1984 and was an entrepreneur. Survived by his sons, Patrick Michael Murray and wife Christine of Bellingham and Edward Francis Murray III of Bellingham; sisters, Mary Hassett of Walkersville, MD, Lynn Mautz of Clifton Heights, PA, and Betty Jane Hirschmann of Jamison, PA; two grandchildren, Chelsea Murray and Shaena Murray of Bellingham; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel 7:30 p.m. Thursday, January 15, 1998. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MURRAY, Flora C., of 1509 E. Victor St., died Monday (July 5, 1982). She had been a resident of Bellingham for 62 years. She
was a member of the Leisure Time Club. She is survived by a brother, a niece and seven nephews. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
MURRAY, Gordon Earl, age 77, passed away peacefully at his home in Bellingham on January 9, 2002. He was born in Bellingham on January 26, 1924 to George and Zetta Murray. Gordon attended schools in Whatcom County and then proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. He married Lois Lehmann in 1947. Gordon held various positions in Bellingham until retiring from The Bellingham Herald. He was a longtime member of the American Legion Post #7 and Elks Lodge #194. Known by his friends as "Ole Gord", he loved to tell a good story and could always find something to be glad about. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, and his second wife Grace Tisdale Murray. Survivors include his brother Don Davis and wife Mary of Millcreek, WA; son Michael Murray and wife Pam of Birch Bay; daughter Shiela Murray Cernich and husband Jerry of Anchorage, AK; granddaughter Trisha Wright and great-grandson Tyler Wright of Wetumpka, AL; grandson Christopher Lewis of Alaska; and dear friend Lavern Rice of Bellingham. At Gordon's request, no services will be held. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
MURRAY, Isabel E. - Services for registered nurse Isabel E. Murray, 83, will be at 1:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Charles Carlson officiating. Miss Murry, formerly of 901 N. Forest St., died Sunday (Sept. 30, 1990) at Alderwood Park Convalescent and Retirement Center in Bellingham. She was born Jan. 28, 1907 in Basswood, Manitoba, and had lived in Bellingham since 1939. Miss Murray earned a degree in nursing in Winnipeg, Manitoba, in 1928. She was a register nurse, first in Chicago, then in Dayton, Ohio. In Bellingham, she worked at St. Luke's General Hospital for seven years and at the Bellingham clinic of Dr. Howard Keyes for 30 years. She retired in 1975. Miss Murray continued some nursing as a volunteer for senior citizen centers and for Whatcom County residents needing help at home. In the late 1970s, she told a Herald reporter "I like doing things for people, and this is one of the things I can do. I've always liked helping people when they are sick or hurt. It's just something that is inside of me." She was a member of the Aftermath Club, Soroptimist Club, Washington Nurses Association and First Presbyterian Church, where she also was a deacon. Survivors include a sister, Christie Richmyre of Surrey, B.C., and several nieces and nephews.
MURRAY, L. Eleanor - A graveside service for L. Eleanor Murray of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Woodlawn Cemetery with the Rev. Ed Taves officiating. Mrs. Murray died Tuesday, April 8, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 95. Born Oct. 13, 1901, to Warren and Lelia Rogers Clough in Snohomish, she lived in Whatcom County most of her life. She attended Calvary Temple. Mrs. Murray was preceded in death by her first husband, Albert Chudleigh, in 1958; her second husband, Norman Murray Sr., in 1990; and a grandson, Philip Tinker, in 1982. Survivors include daughter Dorothy Tinker of Bellingham, step-daughters Geraldine Zaremba and Neva Smith, both of Bellingham, stepson Norman Murray Jr. and Bill Murray, both of Eugene, Ore., and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MURRAY, Michael "Mick" R., born Jan. 27, 1947, passed away Sept. 17, 2001 following a brief illness. Survived by sister Lynne (Steve) Ince of Stanwood brother Joel (Diane) of Colville numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, all of who he held in high regard. Family services are pending. Moles Funeral Home Ferndale.
MURRAY, Norman E. - Private family services for Norman E. Murray, Sr., 94 of 409 York St., will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Murray died Saturday (April 14, 1990) at St. Joseph Hospital, South Campus. He was born Dec. 24, 1895 in Empire, Ohio. He lived in Washington and Oregon for most of his life, and moved to Bellingham in 1978. Mr. Murray was preceded in death by his first wife, Nettie Murray, in 1960. Mr. Murray was a member of Calvary Temple. Survivors include his wife, Eleanor Murray of the family home; two sons, Norman E. Murray, Jr., of Eugene, Ore., and Bill B. Murray of Springfield, Ore; two daughters, Geraldine Zaremba of Bellingham and Neva Smith of Eugene, Ore.; one stepdaughter, Dorothy Tinker of Bellingham; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home.
MURRAY, Sean Timothy was born in Port Angeles, January 31, 1959 and passed away in Bellingham, August 30, 2001 at the age of 42. Survived by two sons, Timothy and Jeremiah mother, Barbara Buckley and husband Robert Buckley father, Henry Murray three brothers, Brian, Terry and Patrick Murray three sisters, Colleen Gulbranson, Barbara Goode and Cathy Murphy several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Sean had a multitude of Do-It-Yourself hobbies and his favorite sport of deep sea fishing. Sean, had a sense of humor that could put a smile on anyone's face on any given day. He was always there to give a helping hand and an ear to bend. Sean is loved by all and will be deeply missed.
MUSLAND, Laila of Edmonds died Thursday, Dec. 23, 1993, at home of cancer. She was 29. Funeral services will be Tuesday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. David R. Christenson officiating. Burial will be in Saxon Cemetery. Ms. Musland was born Jan. 4, 1964 to Pete and Terry Sinnes Musland in Ballard. Survivors include her parents of Edmonds; sister Greta Musland of Seattle; fiance Darin Schnee of Bothell; and other relatives.
MUSSETTER, Anita Irene Leyba of Ferndale died of cancer Tuesday, March 10, 1998 in Bellingham. She was 78. A private service will be held. Born June 16, 1919, in Yakima, she was a local resident since 1978. She married Lee Mussetter Jan. 15, 1968 in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. A homemaker, Mrs. Mussetter enjoyed ceramics and bowling. She was preceded in death by a son, Edward Holm. Survivors include her husband of Ferndale, daughters Carol Thompson of Keyport, Lillian Sooter of Thompson Falls, Mont., and Cathy Marshall of Coeur d'Alene; son Jerry Mussetter of Burlington; 5 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
MUSSETTER, John Lee, age 62, died at his home on route two, last Thursday. Death was attributed to a sudden heart attack. He had been a resident of the Blaine district for the past 28 years. Among those surviving are his widow, Lilly Carolyn; three sons, Lyle, of Yakima, Lee William, of Sedro Woolley, and Vernice, at home; a daughter, Mrs. Carolyn Martin, of Seattle; three granddaughters and two grandsons; a sister, Mrs. Myrtle Woodward, of Forks, a brother, Herbert, of Sisseton, S.D., and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday in the McKinney funeral home with the Rev James Warne Sanders officiating. Interment in Blaine Cemetery.
MUSSETTER, Lee W. - At his request, there will be no service for Lee W. Mussetter of Bellingham. A celebration of his life gathering will be announced at a later date. Mr. Mussetter died Thursday, June 15, 2000, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 82. Mr. Mussetter was born March 2, 1918, to John Lee and Caroline Lillian (Larson) Mussetter in Stanford, Mont. Mr. Mussetter served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He worked as a pattern maker for many years. Mr. Mussetter played the organ and enjoyed bowling and dancing. Survivors include his wife, Geneva (Fryer) Mussetter, of the family home son Jerry Mussetter of Burlington daughter Elaine Dohn of Everett stepdaughters Harriet Nelson of Seattle, Vivian Hatherell of Kent and Carol Thompson of Keyport stepsons Larry and Jerry Manthey, both of Bellingham brothers Vern Mussetter of Bellingham and Lyle Mussetter of Point-No-Point sister Caroline Martin of Seattle and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
MUSTACICH, Roberta Joanna DeMuth, formerly of Bellingham, died Thursday, July 31, 1997, in Santa Barbara, Calif. She was 70. A service will be held today in California. Born March 8, 1927, to Francis and Lillian DeMuth in Elm Creek, Neb., she moved to Washington in 1942. She married Vincent Mustacich in 1949 in Bellingham. Mrs. Mustacich moved to Santa Barbara in 1984. She taught piano and organ for many years and was a published creative writer. Mr. Mustacich was a member of Santa Barbara Art Club and Goleta Valley Club and held numerous positions during her 45-year membership in Catholic Daughters of America. Survivors include her husband; sons Robert Mustacich of Santa Barbara and Nicholas Mustacich of Bellevue; brother Lawrence DeMuth of Bellingham; sisters Eileen Loney and Adrianne Bielaski, both of Bellingham, and Lorraine Brunt of Bellevue; six grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
MUSTAPPA, Catherine Irene, age 84, passed away April 4, 2005 at her home in Bellingham. Irene was born August 13, 1920 in Miller, South Dakota to Frank & Mary Ellen (O'Hara) Moore. She was the 6th of 10 children. She graduated from St. Mary's High School in Eugene, OR. Irene moved to Bellingham to study in the nursing program at the old St. Joseph Hospital. She married Nicholas Mustappa on April 29, 1943 at Sacred Heart Church in Bellingham. Preceded in death by husband Nicholas and daughter Mary Ellen Gordon. Irene is survived by her two sons Joe and Frank Mustappa and wife Anne, of Bellingham; grandchildren Mary and husband Jeff Dudas of Connecticut, Jeff Mustappa, and Nicole Mustappa, of Bellingham; and great-grandchildren Jade and Tyler Mustappa, and Connor Dudas. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Thurs., April 7 from 1 - 6 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Fri., April 8 at 12:10 p.m. with Fr. David Mulholland officiating. Interment will follow by a reception at Westford's Broadway Hall, 1300 Broadway. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Service Broadway at Eldridge.
MUTCH, James Philip - Graveside services for James Philip Mutch, 94, 3700 Haynie Road, Blaine, will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Haynie Cemetery, with the Rev. Don Walter officiating. Mr. Mutch died Monday (June 30, 1986) in Blaine. He was born March 19, 1892, in Pisligo, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. He left Scotland at the age of 18 and went to Canada, where he surveyed for the Canadian railroads. He served with the U.S. Army in France in World War I. Mr. Mutch married Agnes Stromme in 1925. He farmed in South Dakota until 1937 when he came to Whatcom County and bought a farm on Haynie Road. He retired from farming in the 1960s and was active in the Haynie Grange for 20 years. Survivors include three daughters, Jennie Nipges of Lynden, Glori Eastman of Blaine and Carolyn Fielding of Seattle; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews in Scotland and Canada. Another daughter, Doris Burton, died in 1970. Two infant sons also preceded him in death. His wife Agnes died in 1973. Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel.
MYATT, Maudine P. - On December 25, 2008 at 1:21 p.m. we lost a dear friend, Mother, Nana, and Aunt. Maudine P. Myatt (Muddy) gave up her battle with pancreatic cancer and went home to be with our family in heaven. She resided in Bellingham, Washington. Maudine took great pride in her work as a bookkeeper for Luke & Crews and the Bellingham Elks Lodge. Maudine loved to clown around and was a proud member of The Bellingham Tall Elks Clowns as Raggedy Anne. The clowns would visit and bring joy to the children at the childrens' hospitals after they walked the annual parade. She is survived by her daughter Sandra Little and her husband Greg; her son Darryl Pewitt and his wife Rhonda; and her grandchildren Jeramy Pewitt, Jordan Pewitt, Lauren Little Fitch and her husband Jeremy. We will all miss her and cherish our memories. It gave us joy knowing that she was with Jesus on his birthday. Graveside service will be held in Bellingham, WA at Bayview Cemetery on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. A reception will follow at the Bellingham Elks Lodge. Everyone who loved her is welcome and encouraged to join us. Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory Bayview Chapel-Bellingham.
MYERS, Charles R. - Family services for Charles R. Myers Sr. will be held at Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Mr. Myers, a resident of the Bellingham area since May last year, died Wednesday (April 10, 1991) at St. Joseph Hospital South Campus. He was 80. Born Dec. 8, 1910, to Milton and Ida (Long) Myers, he was a machinist in the tool-and-die industry. Mr. Myers worked for Aeronca Manufacturing, an aerospace firm making parts for Apollo spacecraft and Air Force jets. A member of the AFL-CIO, he also was fire chief of the South Madison Township Fire Department, in southwest Ohio. Mr. Myers married his wife, Ethel Hill, in February, 1939, in Indiana. Survivors include his wife; three sons, Jonathan, Charles and Michael Myers, all of Middletown, Ohio; 10 daughters, Janet Collins of Virginia Beach, Va., Judith Ahern of Redmond, Helen McClain, Joyce Myers and Michelle VanWinkle, all of Franklin, Ohio, Charlene Myers of Cincinnati, Paula Dubey of Trenton, Ohio and Dorothy Moreau, Mabel Logan and Gail Hollon, all of Bellingham; 34 grandchildren;; and eight great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.
MYERS, Dorothy E., age 81 of Bellingham passed away November 12, 1997 at Alderwood Park Care Center. She was born May 2, 1916 in Great Falls, Montana. Soon after birth Dorothy was adopted by Mamie and James West. The family moved to Bellingham in 1928 and she graduated from Bellingham High School in 1933. She married Arnold R. Myers July 2, 1938 in Bellingham. Dorothy received her Beauticians license in 1934 & taught hair styling at McDonald's Beauty Salon for several years. She worked in beauty salons at Wahl's & the Bon Marche before opening her own salon in her home in 1966. Dorothy loved her work, she retired in 1995 due to illness. Her favorite pastime was going to Fitzgeralds Casino in Reno to play Keno. She leaves to survive her husband, Arnold R. Myers of the family home; sister-in-law; Ardra and husband Richard Molby of Seattle; and brother-in-law Gordon Myers and wife Mildred of Bellingham. Preceded in death by her only son, Robert Myers in 1983. Private family services will be held. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
MYERS, Effie A. of 2500 S. Samish Way died Thursday, Aug 26, 1993. She was 63. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. Born Dec. 7, 1929 in Bellingham to Joseph and Effie LaPlante, she was a lifelong Bellingham resident. Survivors include son Jim Myers of Blaine; daughter Doreen Miller of Blaine; brothers John LaPlante of Everett and Donald LaPlante of Bellingham; sisters Alice Senechal of Lynnwood and Emma Ramey of Seattle; two grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
MYERS - Elsie Martha, age 82, formerly of 408 York St., passed away Sat. Sept 25, (1976). A resident of this community for the past 78 years, Mrs. Myers was a member of Unity Church of Truth. Surviving 2 sons, Harold, City, Lawrence C., San Pedro, Calif., 2 brothers, William Waschke and Henry Waschke, both city, 2 (sic) sisters, Mrs. Marie Myers, City, Mrs. Ida Swartz, Everson, Mrs. Bertha Olsen, Wenatchee, 2 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren. Graveside services Tuesday Sept. 28, 2 p.m., Greenacres Memorial Park, with Rev. Howard Armstrong officiating. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
MYERS, George A., of Bellingham, died at home on Friday, April 9, 1993. He was 71. A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Jones-Moles Funeral Chapel with Pastor Richard Strum officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery with military honors provided by the Albert J. Hamilton Post 7, American Legion. Visitation will be at Jones-Moles from until 5 pm today and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday. Mr. Myers was born on August 16, 1921 in Bellingham to Frank and Helga (Peterson) Myers. On May 9, 1942, he married Harriett Linder in Bellingham. He and his wife owned and operated the Myers Market for 20 years. He also worked for Georgia Pacific and retired from there after 37 years. Mr. Myers was a drummer and played with country western bands for more than 30 years. He served in the Navy during World War II. He was a member of the William Matthews Post 1585 VFW and the Albert J. Hamilton Post 7, American Legion. He was also a lifetime member of the YMCA and worked out there regularly. Survivors include his wife Harriett, of the family home; daughters Jeanette Williams and Shirley Euper, both of Bellingham; son Jim Myers of Bellingham; and numerous grandchildren and other relatives. Arrangements by Jones Moles Funeral Home.
MYERS, George F., 74, of 3212 Northwest Ave., died Dec. 12, 1991, in Bellingham. He was born Aug. 27, 1917 in Bellingham to Otto and Stella Myers. He lived all his life in Whatcom County. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and received the Silver Star medal for gallantry in action in French Morocco, the Good Conduct Medal, and the European African Middle Eastern Theater ribbon with one star. He married Effee LaPlante. She survives him at the family home. A member of Teamsters' Local No. 231, Mr. Myers was employed for 25 years with Bellingham Builders, Inc. Other survivors include his son, Jim Myers of Blaine; daughter Doreen Myers of Bellingham; brothers Russell Myers of Mount Vernon, Robert Myers of Bellingham, Bill Carter of Seattle, and Jack Myers of Auburn; sisters Rita Charles of Waldron, Leola Berryn of Lynnwood, and Grace Smith of Hoquiam; two grandsons; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Woodlawn Cemetery. The Rev. Lawrence Guderian will officiate. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Home.
MYERS, Georgia Frances, age 89, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Friday, May 2, 1997 in Bellingham. Born April 29, 1908 in Bellingham to Charles H. & Frances (Banks) Shepardson. A life resident of Whatcom County, at age 15 she graduated from Whatcom High School. Mrs. Myers began working at Wahl's Department Store where she worked for 35 yrs. and then later worked as a sales agent for Carter's Real Estate. Mrs. Myers was preceded in death by husbands, Theodore M. Thorsen, Lloyd Davis and John Myers; brother Charles Shepardson and granddaughter, Susan Fackler. Survived by sons, Kenneth & wife Lee Thorsen of Cumberland, RI, Theodore L. & wife Joan Thorsen of Arnold, CA; daughters, Eunice & husband Gary Bennett of San Francisco, CA, Georgia T. & husband Albert Hunt of Bellingham; 16 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, 1 great great-grandson; sisters, Lorraine & husband William Brandt and Mary Johnson all of Bellingham; several nieces & nephews. A memorial service will be held, Tuesday, May 6, 1997, 10:30 a.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Rev. Harvey Peterson, officiating. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
MYERS, Harriet - Visitation for Harriet Linder Myers of Bellingham will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, with the Rev. Richard Strum officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Myers died Monday, April 5, 1999 in Bellingham. She was 76. Born May 5, 1922 to Hjalmer and Ellen Hanson Linder in Bellingham, she grew up in Salt Lake City and graduated from Bellingham High School. On May 9, 1942 she married George Myers. She and her husband owned and operated Myers Marker for 20 years. She retired from Water District No. 2. Mrs. Myers was a member of the Sweet Adelines. Her husband died in 1993. Survivors include daughters Jeanette Eiriksson and Shirley Euper, both of Bellingham; son Jim Myers of Bellingham; brothers Stanley Linder of Bellingham, Ken Linder of Hoquiam and Don Linder of Hunters; sisters Bernice Manning of Bellingham and Marjorie Johnson of Everson; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
MYERS, Hilda, 87, died Friday (Sept. 5, 1975). She was a member of two pioneer families, the Tawes and the Mormons (sic-
Mohrmann), and was a member of the Ferndale United Church. She had resided in Ferndale most of her life. She is survived by a niece and six nephews. Funeral arrangements are pending at Moles Funeral Home.
MYERS, Joe August, age 75, of 716 16th St., passed away Sunday July 20, (1969). Mr. Myers was a 62 year resident of this community and a retired salesman for National Grocery Co. Survivors are his wife, Ina, at home; one daughter, Mrs. John Gooch, City; one grandson, one sister, Mrs. Mae Madsen, City; and three nieces. Graveside services will be conducted by Rev. John B. Winn, Tuesday, July 22, at 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home.
MYERS, John Wayne – A memorial service for John Wayne Myers of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Rome
Grange. Mr. Myers died of complications caused by cancer Sunday, March 19, 2000 at his home. He was 54. Born Oct 13, 1945, to Kenneth and Maxine Myers in Everett, he had been a local resident since 1979. Mr. Myers graduated from Nampa High School in Nampa, Idaho, in 1965. On Dec 12, 1983, he married Janet "Jan" Holen in Bellingham. Mr. Myers was a dairy farmer until 1990 and then went to work for other dairies in the county. In 1994, he started his own lawncare business. He enjoyed camping and riding horses. He was preceded in death by his father and brother Donald Myers. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Justin and Tim Myers, both of the family home, and Dary Myers of Phoenix; daughter Barb Myers of Bellingham; mother Maxine Lattimer of Caldwell, Idaho; brothers Richard Myers of Anchorage, Alaska, Ricky Myers of Boise, Idaho, and LeRoy Myers of Colorado Springs, Colo; sisters Sandy Harwell of Juneau, Alaska; Elaine Meyer of Nampa, Idaho; and Karen Skoye of Meridian, Idaho; and two grandchildren.
MYERS - Lawrence C. Myers, 2717 Humboldt Street, age 84, passed away Monday, December 26, (1966). A sixty-six-year resident of this city, Mr. Myers was a retired millwright, and was a member of Unity Church of Truth. Survivors are his widow, Elsie M., at home; two sons, Harold, of this city, and Lawrence C. of San Pedro, Calif.; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two brothers, Fred Myers of Red Bluff, Calif., and Earl Myers of Auburn, Calif. Services will be conducted by Miss Dorothy Paul Thursday, December 29 at 10:30 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home followed by burial in Greenacres Memorial Park.
MYERS, Russell M. & Emma O. - Russell M. Myers, 87, of Bellingham, passed away July 9, 1997 at St. Francis Extended Health Care. Emma O. Myers age 83, his wife, passed away July 23, 1997 at St. Francis Extended Health Care. Russell was born to Otto and Stella Myers on April 3, 1910 in Becker, MN. His family came to Whatcom County in 1912. Emma was born to William and Elsie rode on April 8, 1914 in Crossfield, Alberta, Canada. Her family came to Whatcom County in 1920. Russell worked as a warehouseman for Lee Grocery and was a member of the Teamsters Union, Local #231. He and Emma were married in 1931 and enjoyed 66 years together. Emma was a homemaker and enjoyed knitting, crocheting, gardening and her grandchildren. Russell enjoyed rock collecting, traveling, Arizona and the grandchildren.
MYHRE, Arthur T., age 76, passed away Thursday (Jan. 29, 1976) in a Seattle Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife Jenny. Also his children, June Roats, Laila Myhre, all of Seattle; Lillian Neff of Marysville, and Curt Myhre of Sedro Woolley, and 8 grandchildren. Private memorial services were held at the Bleitz Funeral Home.
MYHRE, Jenny F., age 88, of Marysville, died Dec. 10, 1985. Mrs. Myhre was born Dec. 27, 1897 in Stavenger, Norway and had been a longtime resident of Whatcom County. She had lived in the Marysville area for the past 3 years and attended the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Survived by a son Curt Myhre, Eugene, Oregon; 2 sisters, Lillian Neff, Marysville, June Sumpter of Seattle; a sister in Norway; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband Arthur and a daughter Laila. Graveside services 2 p.m. Mon. Dec. 16 in Saxon Cemetery, Pastor Luther Gabrielsen officiating. Flowers are welcome or memorials suggested to Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home, Marysville.
MYHRE, John A., aged 66 years, passed away at the family home, 2818 Cedarwood, Thursday evening, January 11, (1945). Mr. Myhre had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 23 years and attended the American Central Lutheran Church. He was a member of the Washington Co-operative Association and the Whatcom County Dairymen's Association. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Christine H. Myhre of the home; one nephew, Harold Olsen, of Vallejo, California; one niece, Mrs. Alice Haugdahl, of Seattle. Funeral services will be conducted from the Cathedral Chapel of the Westford-Beck Funeral Home Tuesday, January 16, at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Earl Soiland of the American Central Lutheran Church, officiating. Interment, Bay View.
MYLES, John Malcom - A memorial service for John Malcolm Myles Jr., 72, of 4140 Ankar Park Drive, No. 10, will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Garden Street United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Frank Mathews officiating. Mr. Myles died Sunday (June 9, 1991) at home. He was born on June 11, 1918, in Harrison, N. J., and lived most of his life in Kearny, N.J., and North Arlington, N.J. He moved to Whatcom County in 1979. Mr. Myles was a retired co-owner of Myles Electric Inc., and electrical contractor of Kearny, N.J. He was a World War II veteran. He was a member of Masonic Lodge 271 of North Arlington, N.J., and a member of Grace Methodist Church of Kearny, N.J. Survivors include his wife, Jean Rae Myles of Bellingham; a son, John Malcolm Myles II of Snohomish; a daughter Margaret Rae Clements of Bellingham; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
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Jack loved to fish, hunt and camp with his family, and he had a beautiful garden that he tended every year. Some of his best memories were those of the times he spent traveling the U. S. in his trailer and spending quality time with his children and grandchildren. He also loved to work for the Lord and was very active in his church. Jack never knew a stranger.
His parents and two brothers preceded Jack in death. He is survived by his wife, Rose of the family home; son, Jim (Annette) Monroe [sic] of Sumas; daughters, Vicki (Jim) Stuff of Port Orchard, and Deanna (Doug) Bagge of Cortez, CO; 8 grandchildren; sister, Helen of Boise, ID; brother Chris of Ontario, OR; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation is scheduled for Friday, December 16, 2005 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Moles Family Funeral Home, Lynden. A Celebration of Jack's life will be held at Viewcrest Assembly, 830 N. 16th St., Mt. Vernon, WA on Saturday, December 17, 2005 at 1:00 p.m., with a Graveside Service on Monday, December 19, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. at Lakeside Cemetery in Lynden.
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Mr. Martinson worked for many years as a logger and a truck driver. He also maintained a small farm, where he grew fruits and vegetables, which he enjoyed giving to people. He was preceded in death by his first wife, a daughter, a brother and two sisters. He is survived by his wife Dorothy of the family home; son Larry Martinson of Burlington; daughters Nancy Lauderback of Aloha, Ore. and Judy Oliver of Hoonah, Alaska; brothers Elmer Martinson of Nome, Alaska, and Cleon Martinson of Mountlake Terrace; sisters Hazel Cloninger of Everett, Lucy Hamilton of Kendall and Laura Steiner and Mary Olivers of Bellingham; numerous grandchildren; and other relatives. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Lemley Funeral Chapel in Sedro Woolley with burial in Sedro Woolley Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Lemley Funeral Chapel in Sedro Woolley.
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Island Resident Dies of Injuries
The sands of time ran out, early Monday afternoon (June 13, 1949), for a critically injured Orcas island war veteran, despite a dramatic flight to Bellingham for emergency treatment. Bertram Morrison, 29, died of injuries received when a log stuck him about the middle of the body. He had lost much blood. Death apparently came as the young veteran arrived at St. Luke's hospital. He was taken there by air ambulance, which met an Island Skyways plane piloted by Bob Schoen. Morrison was working for the Ritchie Logging Company when the accident occurred. He died about 1:15 p.m. A resident of Olga, he was a member of the East Sound American Legion post. Besides his wife, Jane, four children survive at their home. They are Robert, Mary Anne, Douglas and Stephen. His mother, Mrs. William Moore, Lives at Olga, and the father, Charles Morrison, Bellingham, also survives. The remains were taken to Bingham – Dahlquist & Jerns funeral home but were to be returned to Olga for services at the Community clubhouse there at 12:30 (DST) Friday, the Rev., Mr. Holt officiating. Burial will be in Olga cemetery.
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Survivors include their children; Pauline Kline and husband Jim of Oak Harbor, WA, Marilyn Bell and husband Howard of Bellingham; 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Russell is also survived by three brother, Robert and wife Faye of Bellingham, Bill and wife Pat of Sea-Tac, Jack and wife Diane of Shelton; three sisters, Leola Berry of Lynnwood, WA, Rita Waldron of Eugene, OR, Grace Smith of Hoquiam. Emma was preceded in death by her three brothers, August, Fred and Gilbert Rode. A memorial service will be held Friday, August 1, 1997, 2:00 p.m. in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Al Currier officiating. Interment in Greenacres Memorial Park. Local arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
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