MARY JANE GINNETT Mary Jane Ginnett, 64, died peacefully, surrounded by family, at Island Hospital, Anacortes, WA on November 22, 1999 following a long, hard fought battle. She was born at her family home in Anacortes on August 25, 1935 to Antonio and Mae (Sher-man) Campano. She met Arthur "Gene" Ginnett in Anacortes and was married in Anacortes on Febru-ary 21, 1953. Mrs. Ginnett moved to Oak Harbor with her husband in 1955. She was a member of the Oak Har-bor Lutheran Church and was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary #7392 of Oak Harbor and the American Legion, George Morris Post #129 of Oak Harbor. Mrs. Ginnett is survived by her husband, Arthur "Gene" Gin-nett; two daughters: Linda Rhodes and her husband Donald "Dusty", and Kathleen Polubinski; four grandchildren: Dawn and Christie Rhodes and Anthony "Ace" and Amber Polubinski; sister and brother-in-law Antionette "Toni" and Milton Wahl, all of Oak Har-bor. Many nieces, nephews, cou-sins and friends also survive her. The youngest of eleven child-ren, Mrs. Ginnett was preceded in death by her parents; seven broth-ers: Roy, John, Robert, Marvin, and Philip Allen, and Elmer and Wilmer Pope; and two sisters: Ollie Allen Gillette and Clara Allen Tavitoff. Graveside services will be held at the Grandview Cemetery, Anacortes, WA on Monday, No-vember 29, 1999 at 11:00 am. Memorial services will follow at the Oak Harbor Lutheran Church, Oak Harbor, WA on Monday, No-vember 29 at 1:00 PM. The Rev. Jerry Buss will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of the Burley Funeral Chapel, Oak Harbor, WA. Pallbearers are Steve Beck, Anthony Polubinski, Richard De-vitte, T.J. Allen, Anthony New-bauer, and Jeff Beck. Remembrances may be made to the Oak Harbor Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or to your favorite charity. HELEN I. OLSON  Mrs. Helen I. Olson, 92, a life long resident of Mount Vernon, died at a local Mount Vernon care center Wednesday, November 24, 1999. She was born in Mount Vernon, October 29, 1907 the daughter of William E. and Mary Emma Pryor Hayton. She was educated in Mount Vernon and married Alfred O. Olson in Everett May 5, 1934. The picture in her obituary was taken at that time. The couple had resided in Mount Vernon since their marriage and Mr. Olson preceded her in death in 1994. She was a member of the Skagit Golf and Country Club. Survivors are: 1 son and daughter-in-law, William A. and Ardith Olson of Mount Vernon; 2 grandsons, Edwin A. Olson of Arlington and Michael H. and his wife Genevieve Olson of Bellingham; 1 niece, Barbara Norgard of Anacortes; 2 nephews, Richard Brannon of Edmonds and Dr. Lloyd Anderson of California; and a close friend, Nettie Pettijohn of Mount Vernon. At the request of the deceased there will be no funeral services. Cremation has been held at the Mount Vernon Crematory under the direction of the Kern Funeral Home of Mount Vernon. Inurnment will follow at a later date in the Mount Vernon Cemetery. Memorials may be given to a favorite charity. DEBORAH ANN CHITTENDEN BENNINGFIELD Deborah Ann Chittenden Benningfield, born November 24, 1940 in Seattle to Tom & Beth Chittenden, passed away November 19, 1999. She is survived by her hus-band, Les; children, Michael Canfield & wife Kate, Mary Canfield and Tianna Laird & husband Jamie, Puyallup; also Tom, Tracy & Troy Benningfield & Toni Norton; 11 grandchildren; sisters, Sue Hathaway & Peggy Wahlberg & their families. She was preceded in death by her parents & a special "Granny", Edith Chittenden. She leaves a wide circle of friends she touched throughout her life. Debbie was raised in Bellevue, graduating from Bellevue High in 1959. She was employed at Jen-sen Price Surveys, Bellevue, for 30 years, most recently as Office Manager. She enjoyed playing with her grandkids & spending quiet time gardening at her river home in Concrete, WA. Deb's great sense of humor, "down to earth" personality & deep caring of others will be missed by all that were lucky enough to know her. Even as her cancer progressed she was more concerned about others. She was deeply loved & will be greatly missed. Committal service will be at 2:00pm, Monday, November 29, 1999 at Sunset Hills Memorial Park in Bellevue. Arrangements by Green Funeral Home, Bellevue, WA. GRANT HOWARD TORREY Grant Howard Torrey passed away Tuesday, November 23, 1999 at his home in Clear Lake at the age of 65 years. He was born June 23, 1934 in Lansing, Michigan. Grant was a 27 year veteran of the US Navy retiring as a Master Chief in 1979. During his service he flew reconnaissance in Vietnam, served on the USS Nimitz and he was a hurricane hunter flying into hurricanes. After his discharge from the service, Grant resided in Moses Lake, WA where he attended Big Bend Community College and graduated with an Associates Degree in Agriculture later working as the seed plant manager for Columbia Basin Seed. He later was a radio station manager in Lewiston, Idaho, and he also managed the Warden Golf Course for one year. For the past 10 years, he had resided at Clear Lake. Grant enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golf, as well as his family and being a grandfather. He became a Christian this past year and attended Good Shepherd Church in Portland, OR and Christ the King Community Church in Bellingham. Survivors include: daughter, Tammy Torrey of Clear Lake; 4 sons: Grant Torrey Jr of Moses Lake, Rich and his wife Michele Torrey of Mt. Vernon, Gary and his wife Shelly Torrey of Portland, OR, and Greg and his wife Kim Torrey of Burlington; 9 grandchildren; a sister in Florida. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation and arrangements under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. MATILDA G. "STU-BLAH" CAYOU Matilda G. "Stu-Blau" Cayou passed away Thursday, November 25, 1999 in Anacortes, WA at the age of 65 years. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 29, 1999 at 9:00 AM at the Swinomish Tribal Center in LaConner with Father Pat Twohy officiating. Burial will be in the Swinomish Indian Cemetery. Services and arrangements under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. WILLIAM ANDREW WEBB "BILL" January 6, 1913-January 15, 2000 William A. Webb, age 87, was born to William and Eva (Spaulding) Webb on January 6, 1913 in Everett, Washington, and entered into rest on January 15, 2000 in Mount Vernon, Washington after a brief illness. Bill entered into marriage with Meta R. Kuchenbecker on December 15, 1934 in Bellingham. Bill worked at a number of professions. Bill and Meta moved to the Skagit Valley area in 1950, and relocated to Raymond, Washington in 1958. In 1962 Bill was appointed Justice of the Peace for Pacific County, Deputy Sheriff in 1963, and elected in 1966 and serving 3 terms as County Sheriff for Pacific County. Bill was appointed as the 1st Executive Secretary of the Washington Association of Sheriff and Police Chiefs for four years until his retirement in 1979. Bill and Meta returned to the Skagit Valley area in 1981 where they had lived since. Bill was known for his humor, quick wit, and "telling it like it is". Bill is survived by daughters: Karen Coselman and her husband Gary of Burlington, Nancy Erickson and her husband Jerry of Oak Harbor; son Andy Webb of Honolulu, Hawaii; grandchildren: Dan Coselman and his wife Dorothy, Gretchen Thomas and her husband Mark, Don Barnett, Roxanne Bennett and her husband Mark, Lance Nelson, L'Andy Webb, Scott Webb; 8 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife of over 64 years Meta; daughter Bonnie Drake; and granddaughter, Robin Drake; 2 sisters, Cleo Winkler, Evelyn Torgeson; and brother Oliver Webb. Open visitation will be conducted for Bill on Wednesday, January 19, 2000 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Hawthorne Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, Washington, with chapel service to follow on Thursday, January 20, 2000 at 11:00 AM at Hawthorne Funeral Home, Mount Vernon, Washington. Private burial to follow. In lieu of floral tributes, memorials may be made in Bill's name to the Lion's Eye Bank. Full funeral and cemetery arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hawthorne Funeral Home and Memorial Park, Mount Vernon, Washington. RANDY LEE RILEY Randy Lee Riley went to join his Lord on Saturday, January 15, 2000. Born September 23, 1951 in McAllen, Texas, the son of Victor Riley and Ruth (Warner) Riley. He worked in the Gulf of Mexico for Star Drilling as a young man and came to Washington in 1969. He had worked for Washington Energy Services for the past ten years. He was an avid fisherman and camper. Some of his hobbies included riding Harley Davidson motorcycles, bowling, and story telling. Survivors include: his loving wife Sidney of Mount Vernon; his parents Ruth and Victor Riley of Port Lavaca, Texas; one brother and sister-in-law Travis and Glenda Riley of Bay City, Texas; two sisters and two brothers-in-law, Johnnie Ruth and James Benton of Kirkland, Viki and Robert Jackson of San Antonio, Texas; two brothersin-law and their wives, Rick and Cyndie DeRemer of Mount Vernon, David and Lisa DeRemer of Burien; two sisters-in-law and their husbands, Leslie and Kent Rice of Bellevue, Lindsey and Dean Hayes, Sr. of Mount Vernon; many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, upon whom he looked as his own children. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 pm, Wednesday, January 19, 2000 at Hulbush Funeral Home, in Burlington. Interment will follow at Hawthorne Memorial Park, Mount Vernon. Remembrances are suggested to Skagit Hospice, 1971 Hwy 20, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284. Arrangements are under the direction of Hulbush Funeral Home. WILLIAM N. ALVORD, JR. Mr. William N. Alvord, Jr., 65, a life long resident of La Conner passed away in a Seattle Hospital due to an automobile accident earlier. He was born in La Conner August 19, 1934 the son of William N. and Florence Otis Alvord, Sr. He was educated in La Conner graduating from the La Conner High School with the class of 1953. Following his schooling he worked at the Shell Refinery at Anacortes. He joined the United State Army serving at Point Barrow in the Alaska Communications System. He was in the area when Alaska became the state in 1959. He later fished at Kodiak Island. In 1967 he returned to La Conner and began working as truck driver for Moore-Clarke there. He worked there for 27 years retiring in 1994. Mr. Alvord enjoyed the outdoors in fishing, hunting and was well known for his cooking at the fire hall and bar-b-ques. He had been active as a La Conner Volunteer Fireman for the past 25 years. He was baptized in the Methodist Church, a member of the La Conner High School Booster Club, a member of the La Conner Junior Chamber of Commerce, he was active in youth organizations and coached Little League. Survivors are his father William N. Alvord, Sr. of La Conner; 3 brothers and 2 sisters-in-law: David and Joan Alvord, Richard and Trudy Alvord and Larry Alvord, all of Mount Vernon; 3 sisters and 2 brothers-in-law: Mary Ellen and Walter Dellinger of Quincy, Shirley Helsel of La Conner and Carol and Jerry Levy of Everett; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preced- ed in death by his mother, and a brother Allen. The funeral procession will begin at the La Conner High School aboard the La Conner fire truck at 1:30 PM Wednesday, January 19, 2000 processing through La Conner and on to the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery where graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM. Mr. Alvord will lie in state for viewing at the Kern Funeral Chapel, Mount Vernon from 9 AM to 5 PM Tuesday and from 9 AM to noon on Wednesday. Memorials may be made to the La Conner Volunteer Fireman's Association, P.O. Box 581, La Conner, Washington 98257 or the La Conner High School Scholarship Program, P.O. Box 1123, La Conner, Washington 98257. ROBERT KEITH EDGETT Robert Keith Edgett, 82, of Anacortes, died January 13, 2000 at home. He was born May 24, 1917 in Chelsea, MA. At 6 months of age he moved with his family to New Brunswick, Canada where he was raised. In 1935 he moved back to the U.S.A. and joined the US Navy in 1939. After 22 years of service, he retired in 1961. Mr. Edgett was married to Donna Hadsell on August 23, 1940 in Boston, MA and in 1954 they made their home in Anacortes. He was a shareholder in Anacortes Veneer, Inc. until 1969. In 1971 he began working for N.A.S. Whidbey Special Services, retiring in 1981. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna, in 1994. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Sara & Gary Falkner of Anacortes; his son and daughter-in-law, Robert & Sarah Edgett of Mt. Vernon; 3 grandchildren, Jason Falkner, Eliza Van Pelt and Laura Edgett; 1 great-grandson, Murl Vincent Van Pelt, IV; and a nephew, Norman Chantler of New Brunswick, Canada. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Histiocytosis Assoc. of America, 302 N. Broadway, Pitman, NJ, 08071; or to Virginia Mason Foundation (for R.N.D.), P.O. Box 900, Seattle, WA 98111. At this time, no services are planned. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes. TOMAS HOINES Tomas Hoines of Stanwood passed away on January 14, 2000 after a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at Freeborn Lutheran Church at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 18, 2000 following a family graveside service. He was born in Skudeness Haven, Norway on January 19, 1910 to Johan & Anna Hoines. He came to Stanwood in 1929. He met and married Helen Soderlind on October 20, 1934. She preceded him in death in November 1965. Tom was an active member of the Freeborn Lutheran Church and served on the church council for many years. He founded the Perpetual Care Fund for the Freeborn Lutheran Cemetery from memorials received upon his son John's death. Some of his various occupations included commercial fishing in Alaska and Puget Sound, logging, school bus driver, processing specialized cheese, and farming. In 1966 he met a wonderful lady from Texas, Coela Hommel, who he married in 1967. Survivors include his wife, Coela; daughters Marie (John) Simonseth, Susan (Russell) Wykoff; son, Dennis (Siegred) Hoines; stepchildren, Shirley Robinson, Siegred (Dennis) Hoines, Sherry (Harvey) Fort, Tony (Janet) Lovette; numerous grandchildren; greatgrandchildren; and one brother, Karl Hoines. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Freeborn Cemetery Perpetual Fund or the Freeborn Church. Arrangements are entrusted to Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood. M. BLANCHE PARKER M. Blanche Parker, age 89, a resident of Mount Vernon, passed away Friday, January 14, 2000 in Mount Vernon. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kern Funeral Home of Mount Vernon. Vivian L. Mondhan Vivian L. Mondhan of Turner, Ore., died May 20, 2002, at the age of 79. She was born in Anacortes on July 16, 1922, to Ashley Mondhan and Leona McDanel. She grew up in Anacortes and went to school here. She graduated from Northwest Christian College in 1946, and served as a Christian Education minister in Tillamook, Ore., for 18 years. She also worked for Christian Missionary Fellowship in resource development for three years; at St. John's Christian Church in Portland as a Christian educator for six years and as assistant administrator for Turner Retirement Homes for nine years. She loved people and enjoyed books and collecting dishes. She was a member of Turner Christian Church. Ms. Mondhan was preceded in death by a brother, Stanley Mondhan, and by a nephew, Bill Mondhan. She is survived by two brothers, Pat Mondhan of Anacortes and Terry Mondhan of Seattle. A memorial service was held at Turner Christian Church in Turner. A graveside interment service was held at Tillamook IOOF Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Turner Retirement Homes, P.O. Box 58, Turner, OR, 97392. Althea Dwiligh Pretti Althea Dwiligh Pretti, 80, a lifelong resident of Anacortes, died Sunday, May 19, 2002, in Anacortes, following a brief illness. She was born May 17, 1922, in Monticello, Minn., to Carl Frank and Elsie Alvina (Kurtz) Welk. Althea married Leon Charles Pretti on Jan. 5, 1944, in Anacortes. They were dedicated lovers of the Anacortes community and St. Mary Catholic Church. Althea owned and operated Montague's Dress Apparel in Anacortes for 17 years. Her family and business life were her calling and she truly enjoyed her many customers. Althea also was a lifetime member of the Soroptimists Club. As well, she enjoyed spending time doing yard work or fishing. Althea also enjoyed her many Reno trips, Bingo nights, card games and bowling tournaments with her close circle of friends. Our mother, Althea, loved life and had a big heart. Her passion for life and her humor were enjoyed by many. The family would like to thank the staff at San Juan Rehab and Care Center for the loving care that Althea received. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Duane Welk, of Riverside, Calif. Althea is survived by her husband of 58 years, Leon C. Pretti of Anacortes; her son, Greg L. Pretti of Sacramento, Calif.; her daughters and sons-in-law, Cheryl and Dean Stewart and Jo Lynne and Greg Metz of Mount Vernon; seven grandchildren, Chris, Stephanie and Brent Brooks, Josh, Nicole and Jameson Pretti and Mary Ann Skei; one great-grandchild, Andrew Skei of Everett; and her brother, Wallace Welk of Everett. A Vigil Service took place May 22 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Anacortes.  A Mass of Christian Burial was May 23, also at St. Mary, followed by burial at Grand View Cemetery. Mary Louise Luker Mary Louise Luker, 84, formerly of Anacortes, died Thursday, May 16, 2002, in Everett. Mary lived in Anacortes  from the mid-1970s to the mid-1990s. She was born Dec. 8, 1917, in Kamsack, Saskatchewan, Canada, to William and Marion (Dixon) Tran. In 1934, she graduated from Franklin High School in Seattle. A homemaker, Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar William Luker, in 1992, and her daughter, Carol (Luker) Houck. She is survived by her son, William Luker of Sedro-Woolley; brothers, Leonard Tran of Puyallup and Raymond Tran of Nevada; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. At the family's request, please send no flowers. Memorials are suggested, in Mary's name, to a charity or cause of choice. A private memorial gathering at Purdy & Walters with Cassidy Funeral Home is planned. Marjorie Jean Stiegele Marjorie Jean Stiegele, 72, formerly of Anacortes, died Thursday, May 23, 2002, in Issaquah. She was a resident of Issaquah. She was born Jan. 6, 1930, in Peoria, Ill. Marjorie was raised in Peoria and graduated from Peoria High School. On Nov. 23, 1950, she married Charles Stiegele in Illinois. She lived in Anchorage, Alaska, for 35 years prior to moving to Anacortes in 1990. They lived in Anacortes until 1994, then moved to Issaquah. Marjorie retired in 2002 as an administrative secretary for the Department of Housing and Urban Development, after 20 years of service. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi and St. Joseph Catholic Church of Issaquah. Marjorie also enjoyed sailing, gardening and volunteering at the local elementary school. She was preceded in death by her husband in 2001. Marjorie is survived by her daughter, Cynthia A. Stiegele of Anchorage; two sons, John Stiegele of Temecula, Calif., and Steven Stiegele of Issaquah; and 10 grandchildren. Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church or a charity of choice. At her request, no services are scheduled. Arrangements were under the direction of Flintoft's Issaquah Funeral Home. William 'Bill' Raymond Beck William "Bill" R. Beck, 72, of Anacortes died Monday, July 15, 2002, at Alliance Living Center in Anacortes. He was born March 19, 1930, in Portland, Ore., to Carl August and Muriel Ione (Harris) Beck. Bill grew up in Charleston, Ore., and was a 1948 graduate of North Bend High School in North Bend, Ore. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, at which time he attained the rank of corporal. After the war, he attended Oregon State College. He graduated in 1957 with a bachelor of science degree. On June 6, 1959, Bill married Doris Marie Annis in Reno, Nev. They were married 43 years. In 1981, the family moved to Washington state, then on to Anacortes in 1984. Bill was a fisherman in Bristol Bay, Alaska, for 35 years. He also worked as a shipwright for Lovric Seacraft for 17 years. Bill is survived by his wife, Doris, at the family home; three sons, Tom Beck of Arlington and Jim Beck and Ray Beck of Anacortes; one daughter, Lisa O'Connor of Anacortes; one stepdaughter, Marie Connor of Harrisburg, Ore.; a sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Mickie Jones of Everett; five grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. No services are planned at this time. A Celebration of Life will take place in September, during which time the cremated remains will be scattered on the Ugashik River in Alaska. Local arrangements were under the direction of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. Merton E. 'Red' Liston Jr. Merton E. "Red" Liston Jr., 74, formerly of Anacortes, died Monday, July 22, 2002, in Gig Harbor. He was a resident of Gig Harbor. Red was born Dec. 29, 1927, in Alliance, Neb., to Merton E. and Emma E. (Carroll) Liston. He graduated from Helena High School in Helena, Mont., in 1947. On Jan. 8, 1948, he married Joyce M. Slanger. Red worked as an electronic technician for several Texaco refineries, including the one in Anacortes. He worked and lived here from 1958 to 1990, when he retired after 42 years with Texaco. His hobbies and interests included woodcrafting, the Eagles RV Club and time with his friends and family. Red was preceded in death by two infant sons, Michael David Liston and Timothy George Liston; and an infant granddaughter, Sarah Curow. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; two sons, Joseph M. Liston (Beth) of Mount Vernon and Jonn P. Liston of Anacortes; two daughters, Christine M. Curow (Cal) of Lacey and Nancy L. Howard (Fred) of Gig Harbor; 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Memorials are suggested to the Franciscan Hospice, POB 1502, Tacoma, Wa., 98401-9836. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Red's life at a potluck at 4 p.m. Aug. 3 in Mount Vernon, at the home of Joe and Beth Liston. Arrangements were under the direction of Pendleton-Gilchrist Funeral Home at Rill Chapel, Port Orchard. David O'Neel Taggart David O'Neel Taggart, 88, formerly of Anacortes, died June 23, 2002 after a courageous battle with lung cancer, and with his wife at his side. He was a resident of Kent. David was born May 17, 1914, and grew up in Seattle's Mount Baker neighborhood. He served as a machinist's mate, first class, in the 54th (SeaBees) Construction Battalion, U.S. Navy. He was honorably discharged June 21, 1945. David had a brief opportunity to mine for gold in Montana. He then moved to Anacortes and began work in the landscape, rock and construction field. He owned the Island Frontier Landscape and Construction Co. and continued to work until age 77. Much of David's rock art still can be seen on Fidalgo Island, near and around Anacortes, as well as on Whidbey Island. David enjoyed and was active in several jazz societies. He belonged to The Puget Sound Traditional Jazz Society for 19 years and recently became a member of the Bellingham Jazz Society, which kept him busy traveling all over to different festivals. He wanted it known he truly appreciated all of his family and friends throughout the years. David also wanted to thank everyone who took him in for the night when he was traveling on his many road trips. Those trips kept him active and alive. David is survived by his wife, Ivy Taggart of Kent; daughters, Louise Mauk (Bob) and Mari Morrison; stepdaughter, Katy Roveto (Gary); stepson, Bruce Brown (Lorraine); five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Some of David's ashes were scattered on his beloved Fidalgo Island, at the Green Rock quarry where he lived and worked and over the bluffs of Deception Pass. His remaining ashes are laid to rest at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent. Arrangements were under the direction of Bleitz Funeral Home of Seattle. DONALD LESTER GANSKE Donald Lester Ganske, 73, a longtime Sedro-Woolley resident passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2000 at Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon. Don was born on February 23, 1927 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of John & Vesper Shaffer Ganske. He was raised and attended school in North Dakota and Oregon. He served in the Merchant Marines for a time then enlisted in the U.S. Army during WW II. He was united in marriage to Florence Rutledge in Vancouver, WA in 1948 and they made their home in Oregon until coming to Sedro-Woolley in 1950. Don worked as an auto mechanic for Berglund Motors in Sedro-Woolley for 11 years. He also worked as a heavy equipment master mechanic for Snelson's for over 20 years, and as a mechanic in Alaska for several different companies until his retirement in 1987. He belonged to several civic organizations, including United Lodge #93 F&AM where he was a 32nd degree Mason, the Shrine, Elks Lodge #1604 in Mount Vernon, the Moose Lodge in Petersberg, AK, the Eagles Aerie 2069, Knights of Phythias and the George Baldridge Post #43 American Legion. Don loved to collect old tools and spending time with his granddaughters. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Florence, at the family home in Sedro-Woolley; 1 daughter, Donna Ganske of San Diego, CA; 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Cliff & Debra Ganske and Brian & Joanie Ganske, all of Sedro-Woolley; 3 granddaughters, Sabrina, Nicole & Amelia Ganske; 2 brothers, Jacque Ganske of Sedro-Woolley and Gene Ganske of McMinnville, Oregon; a brother-in-law, Larry Hale of Sedro-Woolley; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Joan Hale and an infant brother. Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 4, 2000 at 2:00 PM at Lemley Chapel in Sedro-Woolley. Members of the United Lodge #93 F & AM officiating. Cremation and arrangements under direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. DENNIS PATRICK KENNY Dennis Patrick Kenny, 50, of Anacortes, died in a local convalescent center, Friday, February 25, 2000. He was born in Seattle, Washington, September 24, 1949 the son of Thomas and Mary (Mill- er) Kenny. He attended Lincoln High School in Seattle and served in the Army during the Vietnam War, be-ing honorably discharged in 1969. As a Native American, he was proud of his heritage and of being a member of the Lummi Indian Tribe. Dennis loved gardening, traveling, and all outdoor activities. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas J. Kenny, Sr. and a brother, Phillip Anthony Kenny and is survived by his mother, Mary Donnelly, of Anacortes; 4 brothers, Michael Kenny of Lynnwood, WA, John Kenny of Everett, WA, Timothy Kenny of Seattle, WA, Thomas Kenny, Jr. of Shoreline, WA; as well as 5 sisters: Julieanna Bell, of Redmond, WA, Elenore Perry, of Seattle, WA, Mary Theresa Goldstein, of Seattle, WA, Susan Maxine Salih, of Fremont, CA, and Arlene Joy Talley of Goldsboro, NC; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church. Please call Evans Funeral as to the day and time of service. Arrangements under the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes, WA. EDNA L. BIGHAM Edna L. Bigham, 90, of Stanwood died Saturday, February 26, 2000. She was born January 30, 1910 in Missouri. She married Clarence Bigham on July 18, 1932. Edna was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence; also four brothers and one sister. Beloved mother of Charles Bigham of Seattle, Art (Margret) Bigham of Michigan, Dee Ann Grieff of CA, Donna (Don) Shannon of Stanwood; beloved grandmother of David C. Hughs, Dee Shishido, Art Bigham Jr., Dan Bigham, Larry Bigham, Aaron Grieff and numerous great-grandchildren; and special friend, Audrey Knorr. At her request no services will be held at this time, a memorial service will be held at a later date. No flowers please, memorials may be made to the Cedarhome Baptist Church or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood. IRENE MARY NELSON Irene Mary Nelson, 85, formerly of Mount Vernon, died Monday, February 28, 2000 at Josephine Sunset Home, following an extended illness. She was born June 28, 1914 in Gromwell, MN, the daughter of Ernest and Roseanna (Crotteau) Demers. Irene married Glenn Victor Nelson August 16, 1939, in Cloquet, MN where she was raised. Glenn preceded her in death in 1995. They moved to Mount Vernon in 1941 and lived in Friday Harbor from 1947 until 1955 when moving back to Mount Vernon. Irene worked for Jerry's Grocery from 1962-1975 and for Lincoln Grocery from 1975-1984. Memorials are suggested to Immaculate-Conception Catholic School, 1321 E. Division, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. She is survived by 3 sons and 1 daughter-in-law, Mike Nelson of Edmonds, David Nelson of Cheney and Mark and Kitty Nelson of Mount Vernon; a daughter and son-in-law, Glenda and Dan Roehl of Edmonds; 2 sisters-in-law, Hulda Nelson of Mount Vernon and Rachal Nelson of Sun Lakes, AZ; 5 grandchildren: Jeanette Fleetwood of Everett, Brian Nelson of Powell River, BC Canada, Tracy Ruchty of Edmonds and Dan Roehl of Mukilteo and Christina Nelson at Wellesley College in Mass.; 7 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Julie, in 1942. BETTY L. JOHNSON Betty Louise Johnson passed away Thursday, May 25, 2000 at United General Hospital in SedroWoolley, WA to be with her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. She was 77. She fought bravely against Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma for several months but God had other plans for her. Betty was born in Ironwood, Michigan on February 25, 1923 to John Gunnar Johnson and Jennie K. (Holten) Johnson. She grew up in Ironwood with her sister and her three brothers. She treasured her early years and especially her Swedish and Norwegian heritages. Betty attended the University of Michigan where she earned her master's degree in mathematics. She taught high school and junior college before going on to work for the CIA in Washington, D.C. She retired in 1978. While she was working, Betty opened her home to her mother, her sister Irene Shewbridge and Irene's three children. She was generous with her time and her resources and was always there for her extended family. She liked to travel to visit family and took many camping trips to state and national parks. Her favorite park was Yellowstone National. She also traveled to Sweden, Norway, Japan and China. She was preceded in death by her parents, by two brothers and her sister. She is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Bruce and Lorraine Johnson of Lombard, Illinois, by her niece Betty Marsh and husband Alan Marsh of Camano Island, by her niece Barbara Satori of Hamamatsu, Japan, by her nephew James Shewbridge and his wife Joan Kowalski of Oroville, California, and by eight other nieces and nephews and several grandnieces and grandnephews, all of whom she loved dearly. A memorial service was held at Central United Methodist Church in Sedro-Woolley on May 30, 2000. Her family suggests memorial donations be made to her church, to Friendship House in Mount Vernon, or to a cancer research institute. DONALD L. "DON" McKIBBEN Donald L. "Don" McKibben, 83, life-long resident of the Skagit Valley, died Saturday, June 17, 2000 at his home in Burlington. Born February 16, 1917 in Burlington, he was a son of Ralph and Izola (Rhodes) McKibben. Raised in West Mount Vernon, he graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1935. On February 20, 1939, he married Ruth Vercoe in Olympia. The couple made their home in Mount Vernon until 1944, when they moved to Bur-lington. He was a long-time member of Emmanual Baptist Church in Mount Vernon, where he served on the Board of Trustees, and as chairman of the ushers; and a member of the National Rifle Association. A self-employed ornamental iron fabricator, he had also worked as a dairy farmer, for All-West Breeders in the early 1950's; and as a carpenter. His interests included hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Ruth at home; his son & daughterin-law, Larry & Susan McKibben of Burlington; two brothers-in-law, Claire Vercoe & his wife Leal of Burbank, WA and C.S. Reichel of Kennewick; and numerous nieces and nephews. His parents and one sister, Doris Vercoe preceded him in death. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. through Thursday, June 22, 2000 at Hulbush Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, June 23, 2000 at the Burlington Cemetery. Pastor Robert L. Weltz of Emmanuel Baptist Church will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Hulbush Funeral Home, Burlington. A time of fellowship will follow at the Emmanuel Baptist Church. Remembrances are suggested to the Emmanuel Baptist Church Building Fund, 1515 East College Way, Mount Vernon, WA 98273.   MAUDE AGNES "PAT" SKONORD Maude Agnes "Pat" Skonord, 86, Mt. Vernon, WA, formerly of Friendship Village, Waterloo, IA and Camano Island, WA, died May 18, 2000 of a lengthy illness. She was born on August 25, 1913, in Butte, MT, to Scott Arlington Millis and Alice Martin Millis. As a youngster she lived in Iowa, Oklahoma, California and Montana. (Her mother managed the Younkers dry goods department in Des Moines, IA, in the 1920's). She married Rudolph Hjalmer Skonord in Joplin, MT on January 23, 1934. Besides creating a home and raising 4 children, she spent several years working as an Executive Secretary for the Ft. Reade Army Engineers In Trinidad, B.W.I. and the Joint Construction Agency in Orleans and Paris, France. She was also the Office Manager from 19591961 for Pacifica Architects and Engineers (prime contractor for the US Eighth Army and Korea Military Advisory Group). She finished her working career as a realtor in Covina, CA, after her husband retired. She is survived by one daughter, Sonia Johannsen, Waterloo, IA; three sons: Larry of Bremerton, WA, Douglas of Pewaukee, WI, and Rudy Jr. of Mt. Vernon, WA; also, one sister, Virginia Millis of Bellevue, WA; two sisters-in-law, Beth Skonord and Alma Hadley, both of Chester, MT; 16 grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; one son, Martin Steece; 2 brothers; 1 sister; 2 nieces; and 2 nephews. Memorial services were held at her home in Mt. Vernon with Pastor Lowell Stordahl from Stanwood, WA, presiding. (Pastor Stordahl interned at Zion Lutheran Church in Waterloo, IA). Memorials may be sent to Rudy Skonord, JR., 4213 Montgomery Place, Mt. Vernon, WA, or to the Friendship Village Auxiliary, 600 Park Lane, Waterloo, IA. ORVILLE "O.W." WAYNE KELLEY Orville "O.W." Wayne Kelley, 79, of Mount Vernon, died Sunday, June 18, 2000 at Mira Vista Care Center. He was born April 21, 1921 in Elk City, Kansas the son of Roscoe L. and Rose Mae (Cole) Kelley. Kelley graduated from Arkansas City High School in 1939. He then served in the US Army during WWII. During the war is where he met his future bride. He married Marjorie D. Hobbs of London, England, September 6, 1948 in Wood River, Illinois. She preceded him in death in 1963. Kelley worked as an Electrician at Texaco Refinery until his retirement in 1981. He then worked part time at Skagit County Compactor, at Clear Lake, until 1996. He also helped many of his friends with their electrical problems as well as servicing many of Mount Vernon Electric's customers. He is survived by a daughter, Olivia (Susie) Kelley of Mount Vernon; 2 sons and daughters-inlaw, Tim and Camille Kelley of Manassas, Virginia, and Malcolm and Kim Kelley of Powhaten, Virginia; 2 grandchildren, Crystal and Ian Kelley of Powhaten; numerous nieces and nephews in the United States and England as well as a special nephew, Alan Goodridge and his wife Marian of Southampton, England. He was predeceased by a daughter, Heather Kelley in 1958. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association, 6315 A Fleming, Everett, WA 98203-4506. A celebration of his life will be July 1, 2000 at 11:00 AM at Church of Christ, 215 South Gardner Road, Burlington, WA. Internment will be at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery at a later date. Cremation was conducted at Hawthorne Memorial Park under the direction of Hawthorne Funeral Home. MAX A. JENSEN Max A. Jensen, age 84, passed away peacefully and went to a better place on Friday, June 16, 2000 in Mount Vernon. He was born on March 31, 1916 in La Conner, the son of Morris and Alice Brown Jensen. Max worked many years for the Moore Clark Company in La Conner. He enjoyed socializing with many of his long-time friends in the Skagit Valley. He was a former member of the La Conner Volunteer Fire Dept. He will be greatly missed by all of those that knew him. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Mary Jensen and daughter, Linda Oliver; his sister, Mary Hope; grand-daughter, Racie McKee; grandsons: Jimmy Knudson, Sean and Chris Jensen; great-grandchildren, Lani and Luke McKee; and step-daughter, Linda Gilbert. He was preceded in death in death by his long-time companion, Toni Leigh and his parents, Morris and Alice Jensen. Memorials may be given to the La Conner Volunteer Fire Dept., P.O. Box 581, La Conner, WA 98257. At Max's request, there will not be any services. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kern Funeral Home of Mount Vernon. JOANN B. KRAMARCZYK Joann B. Kramarczyk, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2000 to be in the presence of God and her much-loved husband Walter after a courageous battle with cancer and strokes. She was born on January 4, 1918 in Chicago to immigrant parents, Joseph and Stefania Skolozynski. Raised in Chicago and inspired by her parent's value in an education, she was the first in her family to attain a college degree from Chicago Teacher's College (now Chicago State University) and taught in Chicago Public Schools and Catholic parish school of Queen of All Saints. She married her beloved Walter, a pharmacist, on June 21, 1947. They made their home on the NW side of Chicago in the Forest Glen area and raised two children - James P. Kramarczyk and Alice M. (Kramarczyk) Hendricks. She spent most of her life in Chicago, but moved to Mount Vernon in 1984 to be near her daughter and family. She enjoyed travel with her husband (including 2 trips to Poland), ballroom dancing, sewing, flowers and reading, her family and especially granddaughter, Sara. She is survived by daughter, Alice; son-in-law, R. Lee Hendricks; granddaughter, Sara; grandsons: Adam and Nicholas Kramarczyk and their mother Karen (wife of James); nephew, Brian Skol; niece, Barbara Torres and her special caregiver of the last year, Louise LaFreniere, as well and numerous cousins and friends. Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Walter; son, James; grandson, John Walter Hendricks; brother, Casmer Skolozynski; and close cousin, Chester Skolorzynski. A short visitation & prayers will be held at Kern Funeral Home on June 21, 2000 at 4:00 PM before removal to Chicago Catholic Mass and burial. Memorials suggested to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, North Puget Oncology or the local Sadie Fund for needy pets. HELEN A. OSSEWARDE Helen A. Ossewarde, a lifetime resident of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2000, in Bellingham. She was 96, born June 29, 1903, to Fred and Eva (Reasoner) Siemons in Bellingham. Helen graduated from Whatcom High School and Whatcom Business School. Helen worked in various business occupations, including Real Estate Agent for L.J. Pinkey Real Estate Sales. She was a member of the ESO Book Club, The Thursday Club, the Episcopal Church's Daughters of the King, and the Daughters of the Pioneers. She was very active in the Daughters of the Pioneers and cared especially about the preservation of the Pickett House in Bellingham. For many years, Helen resided in her home along the shores of south Lake Whatcom, on property that has been in her family since the late 1800's. She married Lewis C. Ossewarde in Bellingham in 1926; he preceded her in death on March 12, 1969. Survivors include her son Fred and wife Joann Ossewarde of La Conner; grandchildren: Erin Ossewarde of Santa Barbara, CA, Wendy and husband Ernie Bulhoes of Sacramento, CA; step-grandchildren: Robert and wife Jacque Beamer of Mount Vernon, Kathleen Beamer and husband Clifford Portman of Seattle; step-great-granddaughter, Lena Louise Beamer of Mount Vernon; cousins: Henry and Melbourne Reasoner of Bellingham, Eleanor Zimmerly of Portland, OR, Cheryl and husband Lyle Bickford of Seattle, Don Smith of Seattle; numerous nieces, nephews; and many wonderful friends. The family requests that memorials be made to The Daughters of the Pioneers-Pickett House Fund, c/o Jean Fralick, 5127 LaBounty Road, Ferndale, WA 98248. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, June 22, 2000, at Bayview Cemetery. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 2465 Lakeway Drive at Yew Street. HAROLD JENSEN Harold Jensen, age 85, and a resident of Mount Vernon, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2000 in a local care center. Arrangements are pending with Kern Funeral Home, Mount Vernon. BETTY LORRAINE MONAGHAN March 3, 1924- Aug. 13, 2000 Betty Lorraine Monaghan, 76, was born to William and Grace Ridenhour on March 3, 1924 in Bellingham and passed away peacefully at home with her family around her on Sunday, August 13, 2000 in Sedro-Woolley. She was raised in Wickersham with two of her older brothers, William and Robert Ridenhour. Betty graduated from Mount Baker High School in Deming in 1942. Betty and John Patrick Monaghan were married on July 24, 1942 in Seattle, at the home of her aunt. After the end of World War II, they had two children, Beverly and Linda. They were blessed with a beautiful and loving marriage. They were always together and lived each day to the fullest. The couple spent several years in Skykomish where they owned and operated The Cascadia Hotel, Restaurant and Lounge. Betty and her husband, Pat, enjoyed fishing, hunting, card games and family outings. Betty was a member of American Legion Auxiliary, the Fraternal Order of Eagles, and Eastern Star. In her later years, she was an avid bingo player, making many lasting friendships with fellow players. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Grace Ridenhour; her husband, Pat; her brothers, Walt Ridenhour and Robert "Red" Ridenhour; and her grandson, Douglas James Carlson Steele. Betty is survived by her two daughters, Beverly Jean Eyler and husband Mike of Burlington and Linda Lee Monaghan and her companion Jerry Dixon of Sedro-Woolley; brother and sister-in-law, William and Barbara Ridenhour of Everson; sister-in-law, Georgie Ridenhour of Bellingham; sister-in-law, Alice Monaghan of Sultan; sisterin-law, Marion Monaghan of Deming; brother-in-law, Richard Monaghan and wife Nola of Bellingham; four grandchildren: Lorraine Marie Potts and partner Ken Leeper of Burlington, Patrick E. Mezo and wife Brenda Jewel of Woodinville, Steven G. Steele and wife Tarina of Ephrata and Becky Lee Feehan and husband Jim of Sedro-Woolley; six great-grandchildren: Steven Richard Potts of Burlington, Jesse Dwayne Leeper of Burlington, Brock Allen, Samantha Marie, and Austin Lee Steele of Ephrata and Max Mezo of Woodinville, and numerous nieces and nephews. A wake will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, August 17, 2000 at George Baldridge American Legion Post No. 43, 701 Murdock St., in Sedro-Woolley. Memorials may be made to Skagit Home Health Skagit Hospice, or the George Baldridge American Legion Auxiliary of SedroWoolley. ALMA IRENE DODSON Alma Irene Dodson, 74, of Anacortes, died Thursday, August 10, 2000 at Island Hospital in Ana cortes. She was born October 2, 1925 in Lake Forest, Illinois, the daughter of Andrew and Alma (Clausen) Eide. After graduation from Lake Forest High School in 1943, Irene helped produce medicines for the war at Abbott Laboratories in Chicago. In 1944, Irene met and mar ried Navy Gunners Mate 2nd Class, Vernon "Tex" Dodson in Walla Walla, WA. Irene and Vernon lived in San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, and Freewater, OR before moving to Anacortes in 1951. Irene loved doing craftwork, especially making and repairing dolls. From 1962-1984, Irene (a.k.a. The Doll Lady) operated Re nies Doll Hospital from several lo cations in Anacortes, including the Fisherman's World Market. Irene continued working on craft projects until the day before she passed away. Irene was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her brother, Ralph Eide; and her sister, Violet Narki. She is survived by 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Bill & Jeanette Dodson of Edna Bay, Alaska, Michael & Linda Dodson of Ana cortes; a daughter, Patti Mann of Anacortes; 6 grandchildren: April Dodson, John Dodson, Jessica Dod son, Russell Dodson, Jason Mann, Adrienne Mann; and numerous cou sins, nieces and nephews; also, extended family George Mann, Martin & Terry Maybe, Salvation Army Homemakers and Tops Club of Ana cortes. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army, 3001 R Ave nue, Anacortes, WA 98221 or the American Diabetes Association, 3615 Fleming, Everett WA 98203. A celebration of Irene's life will be at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Au gust 19, 2000 at the Salvation Army in Anacortes, 3001 R Ave nue. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes, WA. C. T. (PETE) LUNDBERG C.T. (Pete) Lundberg passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2000 at the age of 90. Pete, the son of Charlotte and Gustaf Lundberg, was born in Ana-cortes in 1909 and made Anacortes his home his entire life. During his adult life he fished commercially in southeast Alaska, owned and operated a ginseng gar-den, and retired from the Scott Paper Company in Anacortes after 25 years of service. Favorite pastimes included reading, traveling, gardening, woodworking and caring for his pets. Surviving relatives include his wife, Joyce Lundberg of Anacortes; sisters: Ruth Gardner of Everett, Evelyn Thompson of Silverdale; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Diane Lundberg of Anacortes. A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 19, 2000 at Evans Funeral Chapel in Anacortes. Private interment will be at Grand View Cemetery in Ana-cortes. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes, WA. MICHAEL H. LEAMER Public inurnment services will be held in the family plot at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery for Mr. Leamer Friday, August 18, 2000 at 2:30 PM. Mike passed away July 26, 2000 in Seattle. Following the inurnment service the family would like to have you join them at the La Conner Civic Garden Club in La Conner. Kern Funeral Home of Mount Vernon is in charge of arrangements. HAL McGOWAN Hal McGowan, age 67, died Wednesday, October 4, 2000 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. He was born June 10, 1933 in Seattle. Graduated from Ballard High School. He served in the US Army, worked for AT&T "Ma" Bell for 25 years. He was united in marriage to Liz Bowhall on February 18, 1972. He was a member of Burlington Masonic Lodge No. 254, where he held several positions and was Worshipful Master in 2000, member of Scottish Rite in Bellingham, Holly Chapter No. 199 O.E.S. in Burlington, member of the Nile temple of Seattle, Past President of the Skagit County Shrine Club, Shrine Wagon master. He was a Past Exhalted Ruler of Elks Lodge No. 1604 in Mt. Vernon. His hobbies were camping, fishing and traveling. Surviving are his wife Liz at home; children: Scott McGowan at Renton; Dr. Debra Worley and husband David in Terre Haute, Indiana; Cindy Finney and husband Martin and granddaughter Adina in Midland, Michigan; Sue Eckroft and grandson Colin in Olympia; Dick Bowhall and wife Elaine and grandson Doug and great-granddaughter Kaleena in Lynnwood; Jerry Bowhalland wife Sue and randsons Jamie, Justin, Jessie and David in Seattle; Elwood and wife Laverne in Everett; Larry and wife Becky and granddaughter Nicole in Everett; sister Kay Babin in Snohomish; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father and mother Harold and Angus McGowan. A memorial will be held at Burlington Masonic Lodge No. 254, 608 East Fairhaven Ave., in Burlington on October 14, 2000 at 1:00 PM, Saturday. This will be a celebration of Hal's life and words from his many friends. ||There will be refreshments. FRANCES ELIZABETH MULLEN SWAPP Frances Elizabeth Mullen Swapp, 90, of Anacortes, died Wednesday, November 29, 2000. Frances was a devoted family member and teacher of 37 years who was loved by all who knew her. Frances was born November 30, 1909, in Lyman, Washington to Henry and Virginia Mullen. She graduated from Bellingham High School at the age of 16 and from Bellingham Normal School, from which she obtained her teaching certification, at the age of 18. Shortly thereafter she began teaching in a one-room schoolhouse in the community of Hoogdal. She then taught at schoolhouses in Hamilton and Rosario, and following her marriage to Edmund Swapp on June 18, 1937, she continued teaching in the Anacortes School District until the mid-1970's. Frances was a musician who played the violin and piano entertaining not only at granges throughout Skagit County during her youth, but to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren as well. Frances was active in the Skagit County Historical Society and the Rosario School Historical Society. She yearly hosted groups of school children at the one-room Rosario school until 1999. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edmund in 1971, and a brother, Bob. She is survived by her children: Ginger Bostian of Coupeville, Tom Swapp and his wife Peggy of Anacortes, Marianne and her husband Tim Tobiason of Lyman, Katy Prevedell of Hamilton, and John Swapp and his wife Kelly of Clear Lake; grandchildren include: Patrick Swapp and his wife Melanie of Mount Vernon, Francine Bostian of Mount Vernon, Suzanne Bostian of Anacortes, and Eric, Jessica and Jackie Swapp of Clear Lake. Frances is also survived by one greatgranddaughter, Lauren Boston of Mount Vernon. Her surviving siblings are: Roger Mullen and his wife Jean of Bellingham, Doris Campbell of Sedro-Woolley, Dennis Mullen of Lyman, Jack Mullen and his wife Helen; and a sister-inlaw, Irene Mullen of Burlington. A graveside committal service will be held 12 Noon, Monday, December 4, 2000 at Grand View Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 1PM at Anacortes First Baptist Church, 29th & J Avenue, reception following. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes. JAMES F. LYNCH March 14, 1926-November 30, 2000 James F. Lynch of Shelter Bay, was born to Harry C. and Mable F. (Johnson) Lynch on March 14, 1926, in Ottumwa Iowa, and entered into rest in Mount Vernon, Washington on November 30, 2000. Jim entered into marriage with Marilyn "Jo" Wernentin 51 years ago. Jim saw military service in WWII as an Army Air Corps. cadet. For many years Jim was active in the Boy Scouts of America, earning the Silver Beaver Award. Jim earned his Bachelors of Science Degree from Iowa State University in Civil Engineering. Jim was instrumental in the design of the Metro Sanitary Treatment System for King County. Jim was affiliated with American Society of Civil Engineers, and Society of American Value Engineers. Jim is survived by his loving wife and partner of 51 years Jo at the family home, son, Kevin Lynch of Seattle, daughter Kerri Lynch McLucas of Sumner, 4 grandsons, and his special buddy "Skagit". At Jim's request there will be no public services. Memorials may be made in Jim's name to the Cancer Care Fund, Skagit Valley Hospital Foundation, PO Box 1376, Mount Vernon, Wa 98273. Full arrangements have been entrusted to Hawthorne Funeral Home and Memorial Park, Mount Vernon, Washington.   ONNALEE JANETTE WOIWOD Onnalee Janette Woiwod, 76, of Big Lake, entered into rest with her Lord and Savior "Jesus Christ", Wednesday, November 29, 2000 at United General Hospital, following a brief hospitalization. She was born June 12, 1924 in Wright, Iowa the daughter of Bert and Dora (Jacobs) Fjetland. Onnalee graduated from Belmond High School in Belmond, Iowa. She then graduated from St. Joseph College of Nursing. She then moved to Fairbanks, Alaska and practiced as a nurse. Onnalee married Marvin Ronald Woiwod February 1, 1948. They moved to Washington in 1942 and to Big Lake in 1955. He preceded her in death in 1998. After the birth of their first child, she became a full-time mother and was known as "mom and nurse" to many of the Big Lake children. Onnalee was actively involved in the Big Lake Schools, lifetime member of Trinity Lutheran Church as well as other community and civic projects. She was an avid reader, doll and antique collector, enjoyed craft projects and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be missed by her family and many friends. Memorials in her memory may be sent to Trinity Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or Dora Jacobs Pin Fund (Displaced Homemakers Fund) c/o Skagit Valley College. She is survived by her children: Tim and his wife Linda of Mount Vernon, Mark "Kip" and his wife Barbara of Sedro-Woolley, Joe and his wife Darlene of Big Lake, Jonathon "Jay" and his wife Trish of Sedro-Woolley, Denton "Denny" and his wife Lisa of Burlington; daughter, Jan LaDue and her husband Don of Sighisoara, Romania; 15 grandchildren; and numerous cousins in Iowa. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Imogene Fjetland; and a brother, Orville "Bud" Fjetland. Cremation and inurnment was conducted at Hawthorne Memorial Park under the direction of Hawthorne Funeral Home. A celebration of Onnalee's Life will be Monday, December 4, 2000 at 11:00AM at Trinity Lutheran Church. Reverend Bob Bendick will be officiating. MARIAN WILLIAM KING Marian William King, 90, longtime resident of Anacortes died in peace and met his savior on November 30, 2000. He was born in Buffalo, North Dakota on March 15, 1910 and moved to Washington at 18 months old. He married Aldena May Stuart on June 15, 1933. Marian was a long time employee of Scott Paper, retiring in 1972. In his youth he loved hunting and fishing and more recently loved caring for his rose buses. He was a Salvation Army Volunteer and won the volunteer award in 1999. Marian has been a member of the First Assembly of God since 1933. He was well known and loved in his community as he was by his family. Marian was preceded in death by his first wife, Aldena in 1987 after 53 years of marriage. He is survived by his 2 daughters: Ileta Johnson and Carolyn Craig and their husbands; his wife Geneva King; four grandchildren: Paul Johnson, Jeff Johnson, DeLynn Todaro, and DeYonne Tegman; five great-grandchildren; two nieces and a nephew. Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 5, 2000 at the Anacortes First Assembly of God with the Rev. Les Welk officiating. Interment will be at Fern Hill Cemetery. Viewing will be from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, and 12-5 p.m. on Monday. Memorials are suggested to the Anacortes First Assembly of God. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes. CHARLES G. PARKER Charles "Charlie" Parker, 98, died 15 December 2000 at Mt. Vernon Care Center. Born 2 June 1902 at Tacoma, WA: Charles was the eldest son of Bertha M. (Josephson) and Merwin W. Parker. Charlie's childhood and early education was at Bellingham, WA. As a young man he worked in the timber industry in Whatcom Co. and later moved north to work at Valdez, Alaska. In 1924 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served as an aviation machinist's mate on board the USS Tennessee. Following his discharge he then enlisted in the US Coast Guard; serving aboard the patrol craft Redwing out of Anacortes WA. He married in 1929 and had two children. In the decade prior to WWII Charlie was employed as a truck driver and driver for the Mt. Vernon - Anacortes stage line. At that time he became a member of the Masonic Order. (Fidalgo Lodge No. 77) was a Sea Scout Skipper (Ship 81, Anacortes) and was active in the Teamsters union. In 1941 Charlie returned to the sea as Chief Engineer on PB108, a tug with the US Engineering Dept. off Adak in the Aleutian Islands, Alaska. He survived after the ship struck a reef and capsized. He later served with the Army Transport Corps in the South Pacific Theater. He again survived when the troop transport he was serving aboard was torpedoed and sunk. Charlie returned to Bellingham in 1945 and worked as a truck driver in the timber industry. In 1946 he married Ada Smith and built a home at Geneva near Lake Whatcom. He ended his working career with the Whatcom Co. Road Department. He retired in 1967. Several years later Charles and Ada moved to Mt. Vernon to a new home on Anderson Road. Charlie loved to fish and rarely missed an opportunity to fish the Nooksack or Skagit Rivers. He earned the honorary title "Mayor of Youngs Bar", having fished that popular spot for over 30 years. Of cheerful disposition Charlie loved life and was rewarded with many good and happy years. He will be missed by those whose life he touched. Charles is survived by Ada, his wife of 54 years; son Charles T. Parker, daughter Joan and her husband Melvin Ketchersid all of Clarkston, Idaho. Other survivors include stepson Douglas Smith and wife Karen of 100 Mile House, B.C., stepdaughter Denneen and husband Wilfred Leger of Mt. Vernon. Charlie had 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. At Charlies request there will be no funeral service. A simple memorial gathering will be held in March 2001. Local arrangements are under the direction of the Kern Funeral Home of Mount Vernon. MARGARET "MARGE" MARIE SILVES Margaret "Marge" Marie Silves, 83, a longtime Sedro-Woolley resident passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2000 at Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon. She was born on March 18, 1917 in Riverside, CA, the daughter of Harrison & Ruth Alumbaugh Mestmaker. Marge grew up and attended school in Long Beach, CA and there met William "Bill" Silves. They were married in Las Vegas, NV in 1944, but with Bill being in the Navy during WWII Marge moved to Sedro-Woolley to be near his family until his return. She was active in her children's lives by being a Cub Scout den mother for 8 years. She assisted Bill with Little League, Pony League and Babe Ruth baseball for 15 years. During the 1950's & 60's several law enforcement officers and firemen could be found taking a "pie break" in the Silves kitchen, due to Marge's baking talents. She was also the "den mother" for hundreds of steelhead fishermen, opening her kitchen to hungry steelheaders who fished with Bill and their son, Kirk, to close to 40 years. She also found time for other activities. She worked at the Courier Times for 14 years, retiring in 1980, was a member of the Rebekah Lodge, the Emblem Club, and a women's bowling league. She is survived by her son Kirk and "daughter" Janell Silves of Sedro-Woolley and their children, Misty Silves and companion Kalvin Burger, Clint Silves, Roy and Norman Swihart, and the apple of her eye, great-grandson Jay Burger; daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Malloy Rowland of Birdsview; son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Chris Silves of Clear Lake; and numerous other grand and great-grandchildren; 1 sister-in-law, Helen La Marsh of Mount Vernon. She was preceded in death by her father in 1979, her mother in 1990 and husband Bill in 1993. Private interment was at Sedro-Woolley Union Cemetery. Memorials to the Skagit County United Way are suggested. Arrangements were under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. VERNON "VERN" J. MATHIS Vernon "Vern" J. Mathis, 81, died Sunday, December 17, 2000 at Warm Beach Health Care Center following an extended illness. He was born December 5, 1919, in Chaney, Oklahoma, the son of Henry and Ora Mae (Sumpter) Mathis. The family moved to SedroWoolley in 1934 and Vernon graduated from Sedro-Woolley High School in 1938. Vernon served in the U.S. Army Air Corp, in France, during WWII. Vernon was decorated with the Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Service Medal and the Purple Heart. He married Norma L. Koller June 9, 1946 in Sedro-Woolley. They lived in Seattle from 1946 through 1959 and Vernon worked for Kuker-Ranken, Inc. of Seattle and the Boeing Co. They then moved to San Jose, CA and he operated Mathis Instrument Company until his retirement in 1984. They moved to Everett in 1988 where they were a member of the Free Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife Norma at the family home; 2 sons, Kenneth Mathis and his wife Becki of Montery, CA and Leonard Mathis of Everett, WA; 3 daughters: Katherine Mathis of Everett, WA; Joy Klein and her husband Terry of Rifle, CO and Patricia Arnquist and her husband Greg of Issaquah, WA; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; a brother Virgil Mathis and his wife Leona of Mount Vernon, WA. He was preceded in death by 4 brothers: Eryl, Lonnie, Kenneth and Lee Mathis. Memorials are suggested to The Gideons, P.O. Box 152, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 or the Parkinson's Disease Foundation. Burial will be at Hawthorne Memorial Park. Memorial service for Vernon will be Wednesday, December 20, 2000 at 2:00 PM at Warm Beach Beachwood Center. Reverend Jim Sanders will be officiating. Visitation will be at Hawthorne Funeral Chapel, Tuesday, December 19, 2000 from noon until 5:00 PM. VELTA M. "JOHNNIE" JOHNSON Velta M. "Johnnie" Johnson passed away Sunday, December 17, 2000 at the Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon, WA at the age of 75 years. She was born September 12, 1925 in Senia, North Carolina the daughter of Robert E. and Lula B. Jones Burleson. Velta was a resident of SedroWoolley for the past 54 years coming here from Avery County, NC. She was married to Mack Johnson in Anacortes, WA in 1946. Velta worked at Northern State Hospital for 27 years retiring in 1973. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, photography, writing and poetry. Survivors include: husband, Mack W. Johnson of the family home in Sedro-Woolley; brothers and sisters-in-law: Mack R.E. and Patty Burleson of Sedro-Woolley and James and Tina English Jones of Forks, WA; sister and brother-inlaw, Elsie and Tom Fladebo of Sedro-Woolley; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Graveside services will be Friday, December 22, 2000 at at 2:00 PM at the Sedro-Woolley Union Cemetery with Pastor Roger Jones officiating. Memorials are suggested to the American Lung Association or American Heart Association. Arrangements and services under the care of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. THELMA A. GRAY Thelma A. Gray, a former Sedro-Woolley resident, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2000 at the Linden Grove Nursing Center in Puyallup, WA at the age of 89 years. She was born November 24, 1911 in Boise, Idaho. Thelma was married to Roy Gray in 1952 in Everett, WA and he preceded her in death on December 24, 1981. She resided in SedroWoolley years ago while working at Northern State Hospital and she later moved to Puyallup, WA where she worked at Western State Hospital in Steilacoom, WA until her retirement in the 1970's. Thelma lived at the San Soucci Adult Mobile Home Court on the South Hill where she enjoyed bingo, cards, and being active in the retirement court activities. She is survived by her adopted family Alice Sanderson and Frank Roush and their families, all of the Tacoma area. At Thelma's request, there are to be no services with private interment at the Sedro-Woolley Union Cemetery. Arrangements under the care of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. KENNETH "KEN" CHESTER NELSON Kenneth "Ken" Chester Nelson, 72, of Sedro-Woolley, died Monday, December 19, 2000 at Skagit Valley Hospital. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hawthorne Funeral Home. Thomas Gordon Thompson Jr. Thomas Gordon Thompson Jr., 75,  dreamer, builder, and president of the Anacortes Railway, passed away Jan. 23, 1999 at his home in Anacortes. He was born in Seattle Oct. 3, 1923, the son of Dr. Thomas G. Thompson and Harriet Galbraith Thompson. Following graduation from Lincoln High School in 1942, he worked for the Northern Pacific Railway in a variety of engine-tending jobs at the Seattle roundhouse. He served as an Army railroad engineer in Iran during World War II. After his discharge he completed his degree in mechanical engineering at the University of Washington on the G.I. Bill.  Thomas spent two-and-a-half years building a family home in the San Juans from beachcombed materials. His 26-foot driftwood-fired steamboat, the "Fire Canoe," was a common sight in the islands. On April 10, 1955, he married Anne Whiting Gunby of Seattle. They moved to Anacortes and built a home overlooking Lake Campbell. He held a variety of engineering positions at the Shell Refinery in Anacortes from 1955 until his retirement in 1984. He served as a member of the Skagit County Planning Commission for 12 years and was active in making Skagit County the first to take advantage of the Open Space Program. He participated frequently in local community meetings. With a childlike curiosity in a wide variety of subjects, he studied painting, drawing, blacksmithing, foundry work, machine shop practices, computers, architecture, writing, and most recently alternative medicine. Tommy loved working on projects in his home shop. His chief interest from childhood remained steam railroading. He built a 9-inch gauge railroad at his vacation home, volunteered on the Lake Whatcom Steam Railway, and served on the Skagit River Railway board of directors.    For the last 18 years he operated the Anacortes Railway. With a 4-1/2 ton 18-inch narrow gauge steam locomotive and three meticulously detailed passenger cars,this railway delighted thousands of  riders -- especially children. He was in the midst of clearing and re-gauging 2.6 miles of railroad track from the Anacortes Depot to Weaverling Spit. He enjoyed traveling, especially by train. Remaining behind are his wife Anne of 43 years; six children, Andrew, Headen, Katy, Bradford, Sydney, Ethan; a brother, John S. Thompson of  Mount Vernon; a sister, Harriet Thompson of Seattle; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He has donated his body to the University of Washington Medical School for the study of bone marrow-related illnesses. A celebration of his life will be held at the Anacortes Depot this spring. Ray W. Scribner Ray W. Scribner, 98, died quietly Jan. 23, 1999, at Sunrise Care Center surrounded by his family. One of 12 children, he was born Nov. 12, 1900, at Mitchell Bay on San Juan Island to Alice (Malcolm) and Edward Scribner. He moved to Anacortes at 18 and began a boxing career at the local Elks Club. He boxed professionally for four years from 1919 through 1923. When he put away his boxing gloves, he had a record of 55-1. He married Thelma Minck in 1923 and later took up his second career as a meatcutter for Lyle's Grocery in Anacortes. He leaves a son, Malcolm Scribner, and daughter-in-law, Marjorie, of Anacortes; two grandsons, Sam Scribner of Bayview and Mike Scribner and wife Glory of Bothell. His youngest sister resides at Alliance Care Center, Anacortes. He was a lifetime Elks member as well as a lifetime Mason. Irene Laura Smith Irene Laura Smith, 88, died Saturday, Jan. 23, 1999, at Skagit Valley Hospital. She was born Dec. 21, 1910, at Summit Park/March's Point, the daughter of Byron and Jessie Macomber Smith. She married Wayne I. Smith on July 1, 1929, in Seattle, and they lived in the Anacortes area for many years. During the Depression, Irene picked shrimp, and during World War II she pulled lumber at the E.K. Wood Lumber Co., located at what is now Skyline Marina. She and her husband loved to fish, hunt and camp along with their many friends from Anacortes. Mrs. Smith had been a Sedro-Woolley resident since 1947, and for the past seven months had lived at Country Acres in the Sterling area. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Ralph Smith; and her husband, Wayne, on March 6, 1994. Surviving are daughter and son-in-law, Ardelle and Mike Cook of Sedro-Woolley; two granddaughters, Jackie Claywood of Arlington and Teresa (and Randy) Letellier of Hamilton; grandson, Robert Wayne London of Sedro-Woolley; six great-granchildren, Tanya Kononen of Concrete, Dusty London of Sedro-Woolley, Shannon Tucker of Liberty Hill, Texas, Toni Ambros of Smokey Point, and Ryan and Danielle Letellier of Hamilton; four great-great-grandchildren, Bethany, Emily and Alex Tucker of Liberty Hill and Hanna Kononen of Concrete. At her request, there are no services. Inurnment is in Sedro-Woolley Union Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the oncology department of United General Hospital. The family thanks the Country Acres staff for the kind and excellent care given their mother/grandmother. Edmund J. Brooks Edmund John Brooks, 95, died Jan. 2, 1999, at Heritage Place Assisted Living Facility in Bandon, Ore. He was born Oct. 27, 1903, in Muskegon, Mich., but lived most of his adult life in Western Washington, with 30 years in the Anacortes and Lopez Island areas. Mr. Brooks and his late wife, Millie, were long-time residents of Lopez and Anacortes before moving to Hemet, Calif., in 1986. Both had been active in Lopez and Similk Beach golf clubs and were charter members of the Anacortes-based Fidalgo Fogcutters Square Dance Club. They also were active in the Skyline Beach Club. Ed and Millie were owners of the Lopez Lass gillnetter and fished for more than 20 years in the Strait of Juan de Fuca. When Ed was in his early 80s, he and Millie retired and traveled in their motorhome, eventually settling in Hemet. Millie died of cancer in 1988 and Ed relocated to Oregon to be near his two daughters and sons-in-law. After suffering a stroke in 1993, Ed gave up the motorhome and moved to the assisted living facility in Bandon. He leaves two daughters and sons-in-law, Joyce B and Leon Nichols, formerly of Anacortes, now residing in Lake Havasu City, Ariz., and Nancy J. and Charles Salinas of Brookings, Ore.; four grandchildren, Christopher Nichols of Anacortes, Cynthia (Nichols) Biringer of Arlington, Eric A. Jackson of Seattle and Jennifer L. Amundson of Edmonds; five great-granchildren, Thomas and Cheryl Nichols of Anacortes, Bobbie Jean Manning of Mount Vernon and Jessica and Justin Biringer of Arlington; and two great-great-grandchildren, Caitlyn and Corey Nichols of Fargo, N.D. June Gates  June Gates, 71, of Anacortes, died Tuesday, April 13, 1999.  She was born May 4, 1927, in Anacortes, the daughter of Harry and Lila (Holton) Hoskins.  After graduating from Anacortes High School in 1945, she attend Washington State University and in 1947 went to work at the Anacortes Branch of Peoples National Bank.  On Oct. 2, 1954, she and Bill Gates were married. They lived in New Mexico where their daughter, Susan, was born. The family later returned to Anacortes where she again was employed by Peoples National Bank as a bookkeeper, retiring after 37 years of service, working in her last years of employment in the positions of assistant manager and vice president.  After her retirement, she and Bill traveled throughout the United States with the AnaSam's Travel Club. June was an accomplished investor, a collector of antiques and was involved in many community activities and charities. She loved to travel, but always liked coming home the most.  Her family always included her beloved pets. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Virginia, and her brother, Jack.  She is survived by her husband, Bill, at the family home; her daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Richard Harms of Newcastle, Wash., grandson, Spencer Harms; brother-in-law, Frank Bassett of Oregon; and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.  Memorials are suggested to the Arthritis Foundation, 809 E. Chestnut, Bellingham, 98225. Eugene George Hogan  Eugene George Hogan, 80, of Anacortes, died Thursday, April 15, 1999. A complete obituary will follow in next week's newspaper. Arrangements are under the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes. Norman Sturdevant  Norman Thomas Sturdevant, co-owner of Watermark Book Company in Anacortes, died Sept. 24, 1999, after a courageous two-and-a-half-year battle with cancer. He was 51.  Norman was born March 31, 1948, in Tacoma to Thomas and Alice Lucille Sturdevant. He earned his bachelor of arts from San Francisco State College and his master of arts in English literature from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.  For seven years he taught drama and English in California, where he met his wife and business partner, Patti Pattee.  Moving to Washington in 1979, Norman and Patti operated the Wind & Tide Bookshop in Oak Harbor. Then, in November of 1989, they opened Watermark Book Co. Norman especially enjoyed introducing others to the wonder and power of books.  A longtime member of the American Booksellers Association, Norman was on faculty at the association bookseller schools. For the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association, he served as vice president and chairman of the Free Speech committee. A member of the American Civil Liberties Union, he was a passionate defender of the First Amendment all his life.  Norman is survived by his wife, Patti, and his mother, Lucille. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas, and brother, Stephen.  Remembrances may be made to the Anacortes Community Forest Lands Conservation Easement Program, P.O. Box 547, Anacortes, 98221. Faye Krebs  Faye Krebs died Sept. 21, 1999, at a nursing home in Anacortes.  She was born May 22, 1922, in Randle, Wash. On July 28, 1945, she married Robert O. Krebs, and they soon made their home in Anacortes, where they lived out their lives.  Faye was known as a spirited soul who lived her life with passion. In addition to being a loving wife and mother, she was a talented seamstress, gardener and avid bird watcher. She enjoyed crocheting, reading and listening to music. She had a wise and intuitive way with animals and humans alike. In her later years, her sage spiritual counseling touched many people's lives in remarkable ways.  Preceded her in death was her husband, Robert O. Krebs; sisters, Ethel Taylor, Virgie Battle and Lois Barwick; brothers, Bill Thompson and George Thompson; sister-in-law, Lucy McNeil; brother-in-law, Bill Krebs; nephews, Chub Richards, Don Thompson and Ralph Krebs.  Mrs. Krebs is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Bobbi Krebs-McMullen and Pat McMullen of Mount Vernon; granddaughter, Traci Friedl of Seattle; sisters, Opal Maloney of Tacoma; brother, Nelson Thompson of Port Angeles, sister-in-law, Mildred Steinhardt of Rogue River; brothers-in-law, Paul Krebs of Sedro-Woolley and Jack Krebs and his wife Norma of Sedro-Woolley; and many nieces, nephews and cherished friends.  Services were Saturday afternoon, Sept. 25, 1999, at Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes. Memorials may be made to Washington Talking Books and Braille Library, 2021 Ninth Ave., Seattle, 98121. Gladys M. Smith  Gladys M. Smith, 82, of Anacortes, died Wednesday, Sept. 22, 1999, at Alliance Living Community, Anacortes.  She was born May 28, 1917, in Burlington, the daughter of Anton and Anna (Bensen) Hanstead. Raised and educated in Burlington, she graduated from Burlington High School in 1935.  She moved to Anacortes in 1937 and on June 10, 1938, she married Dwinal Smith in Mount Vernon. They made their home and raised their family in Anacortes. When the children were older, Gladys went to work for West Coast Phone and later for the Anacortes School District as a part-time secretary. Gladys was a member of Anacortes First Baptist Church for many years and held various positions in the church. She enjoyed reading, but most of all enjoyed her faith and her family. She will be greatly missed.  Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her husband, Dwinal, in 1995.  She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Bob Whitney of Anacortes; son and daughter-in-law, Doug and Sharon Smith of Rohnert Park, Calif.; sister, Jean Small of Burlington; three grandchildren, Kevin Smith, Aaron and Kelly Whitney; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends.  Memorials are suggested to First Baptist Church, 2217 J. Ave., Anacortes, 98221. Memorial services were Monday morning, Sept. 27, at Anacortes First Baptist Church with the Rev. Duane Eastman officiating. Interment is at Fernhill. Melvin P. Larsen Sr.  Melvin Peter Larsen Sr., 71, of Anacortes, died Friday, Sept. 24, 1999, at SunBridge Care Center in Anacortes.  He was born Oct. 8, 1927, in Antigo, Wis., the son of James and Elma (Durnberger) Larsen. Melvin moved with his family to Portland, Ore., in 1941, and later to Guemes Island in 1945.  He entered the Army during World War 11 and was honorably discharged in September 1946. After the war he returned to his family in Anacortes and worked various jobs. He met and later married Mildred L. Wedlund on June 6, 1958, in Anacortes.  Mr. Larsen worked on the Guemes Ferry from 1954 until 1968 when he went to work for P.M. Northwest at the oil refineries. He retired in 1986. He enjoyed woodworking, working with his hands, making lamps and gardening.  He was preceded in death by a sister, Bonnie Seamon, in 1979, and is survived by his wife, Mildred, of Anacortes; two sons and their wives, Melvin and Peggy Larsen of Oak Harbor and Russell and Paula Larsen of Darrington; two daughters and their husbands, Arby and Robert Norwood of Coupeville and Kathryn and Robert Hartley of Newport, Wash.; one sister, Dolly Kager of Anacortes; three brothers, Elwin and Charles Larsen of Anacortes and James Larsen of Marysville; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.  Memorials may be sent to a charity of the donor's choice. Memorial services were Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 28, at Evans Funeral Chapel. Interment is at Grandview Cemetery. Charles Myers Jr.  Charles Albert Myers, 63, of Egegik, Alaska, died Sept. 26, 1999, at Alaska Native Medical Center in Anchorage.  He was born Feb. 7, 1936, in Herenden Bay and worked as a hunting guide and a commercial fisherman in Bristol Bay. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, flying, cooking and storytelling.  He is survived by his mother, Marion Myers of Anacortes; aunt, Nancy Shetler of Anacortes; son and daughter-in-law, James and Teresa Myers; daughter, Timi Myers; brother, Bob Myers; grandchildren, Aurora Prosch, Brunon, Chelann, Tawnie Myers and Melissa and Jaime Myers; sister-in-law, Alpha Myers; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.  Memorials may be made to the Alaska Native Medical Center, 4315 Diplomacy Dr., Anchorage, Alaska, 99508. Betty Edler  Betty J. Edler, 71, of Anacortes, died Oct. 10, 1999. Interment was at Calvary Cemetery, Seattle  She was born June 17, 1928, in Noonan, N.D., the daughter of John and Beatrice Bowler. She was raised in South Dakota, but became a loyal northwesterner.  In 1957, Betty married Owen H. Edler of Mount Vernon.  Betty was extremely proud of her Irish ancestry, celebrating St. Patrick's Day with gusto. She was a regular attender at St. Mary Catholic Church in Anacortes.  Surviving are her sister, Meredith Morrison of Nampa, Idaho; two nieces, Ellen Piro and Susie Heithecker; and nephew, Mike Morrison.  "She loved to laugh. Hope she found a gang of angels with a good joke book. Be at rest, Betty." Harold Yeoman  Harold M. Yeoman, 84, of Anacortes, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 1999, in a local care center.  He was born April 11, 1915, in Fremont, Iowa, the son of Floyd R., Sr., and Blanche M. Yeoman.  Harold was a journeyman plumber, completing his apprenticeship before enlisting in the Navy in 1942 for the duration of World War II. He returned to Bellingham upon his discharge in December 1945.  He and Margaret M. Bergsma were married Dec. 29, 1945, in Bellingham, residing there until 1955 when they moved to Fidalgo Island and later to Anacortes.  Harold worked at the Shell Refinery for 13 years, a member of OCAW Local 1-591, before returning to work in construction out of Local UA40 (now 265) of Bellingham until retirement.  His daughter, Karen Ann, preceded him in death in 1965. Also preceding him in death were his parents and siblings, Floyd R., Jr. in infancy, Mary Frances Branham and Betty Ann Hoffman.  Mr. Yeoman is survived by his wife, Margaret; daughters, Sue of Miami, Fla., Evan Gwen Christel of Durango, Colo.; granddaughter, Jordana Kai Dunton of Anacortes; siblings, Katharyn (Ralph) Rees, Floyd R., Jr., of Bellingham and Larry F. of Camano Island and their families; and special friends, Don Morrow of Ferndale and Gene Derig of Anacortes.  No funeral services will be held. Private interment is in Fernhill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Friends of the Anacortes Library building fund. Thomas Scoggins  Thomas J. Scoggins, 77, of Anacortes, died unexpectedly at home on Friday, Oct. 22, 1999.  He was born Oct. 12, 1922, in Electra, Texas, the son of Lee and Mattie (Rice) Scoggins. He was a graduate of Wichita Falls High School, Texas, and also studied at the Wichita Engineering School and worked over two years at Consolidated Aircraft in San Diego, Calif.  On July 11, 1941, he married Valeire L. Turner, his high school sweetheart. They had 58 memorable years together.  Tom enlisted in the Air Force on Dec. 31, 1943, and served in World War II as a navigator. He earned an award for Meritorious Service, Good Conduct Medal, American Service Medal, Victory Medal and on Sept. 19, 1945, earned his wings.  Tom loved to travel and worked construction jobs for many years, traveling the United States with his family. He chose the Pacific Northwest in which to settle and in July 1958 began working for the Texaco Refinery, retiring in 1978.  Tom loved people and never met a stranger. He always made friends and was willing to give a helping hand to anyone who needed one. He loved to stream fish, go camping and was an avid pilot. He liked to "tinker" with broken machinery and could fix anything.  He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Dorothy Lee.  Surviving are his wife, Val; two daughters, Linda Sinclair and her husband Robert of Anacortes and Sandra Thomas of Lake Stevens; three grandchildren and their spouses, Tommie Wynn and her husband, Kelly, of Anacortes, L. Jon Crosby and his wife, Khisti, of Nashville, Tenn., and Rick Galinson and his wife, Geanie, of Studio City, Calif.; 14 great-grandchildren; and his special friend, Bill Wooding.  Memorials in his name may be made to a favorite charity. Roberta Mejlaender  Well-known local pianist Roberta Marion Westmoreland Mejlaender, 70, of La Conner, died Sunday, Oct. 24, 1999.  She was born and raised in Everett and graduated in 1951 from the University of Puget Sound, Tacoma. She retired in 1987 after 30 years of teaching elementary special education in the Renton School District, where she lived and raised her four children.  A world traveler, Roberta retired to Shelter Bay in La Conner and remained active in the community until her passing.  Music being dear to her heart, Roberta was active musically in Skagit County. She was choir accompanist and organist at La Conner and Anacortes-Bayview Methodist churches, was rehearsal pianist and orchestra member for the La Conner Schools-Community Theater productions and accompanied the Banjo Band, Skagit Valley Chorale and Shelter Bay Chorus.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any special contributions be made to "Roberta's Music Fund" at the La Conner branch of Bank of America. Funds will be donated in her memory to support music programs for children in La Conner.  Surviving are her sister, Caryl; brother-in-law, Vern; nephews, Steve and Russell Gay; her four children, Greg, John, Ivar and Sonja Mejlaender; daughters-in-law, Vicki and Mary Mejlaender; and grandchildren, Sten, Kelsey and Bjorn Mejlaender. Leonard Moore  Longtime Anacortes resident Harry Leonard Moore, 91, died Saturday, Feb. 19, 2000, at Island Hospital, Anacortes.  He was born Oct. 7, 1908, in Villisca, Iowa, the oldest son of Harry Elmer Moore and Eva Gourley Moore.  Leonard graduated from Villisca High School in 1926 and moved with his family to Anacortes, where he got his first job at the Anacortes Lumber and Box Factory, working for his future father-in-law, Charles J. Deane.  He enrolled at Washington State University in 1928, left a year later to work, returning in 1930 to finish his sophomore year in chemistry before the Great Depression forced him to quit. He was a member of Theta Xi Fraternity and both the boxing and wrestling teams, ending as the 129-pound wrestling champion for the states of Washington, Oregon and Idaho. He remained an avid Cougar fan for the rest of his life. (Later, he also was a great fan of Anacortes High School athletes.)  He returned to Anacortes and met Margaret J. Deane at an Eagles Club dance, where she asked her older brother if it was OK to let Leonard drive her home. Fortunately, he said yes.  On Sept. 5, 1936, Leonard and Margaret were married in the Christian Church at 10th Street and M Avenue, which is now the Anacortes Community Theatre. They made their first home at 2014 O Ave., next to the present-day Lutheran Church. Gilbert Leonard Moore was born there in 1938 and Kenneth Charles Moore in 1942. In 1946, they moved to 1203 20th St., where they lived for the next 43 years. Debra Jan Moore was born there in 1955. In 1989, the Moores moved to their current home on Seventh Street.  Leonard worked for the Washington State Welfare Department as a visitor, making home visits in the Upper Skagit area from 1936 to 1941. He began work at the Anacortes Coos Bay Pulp Mill in 1941, but the mill shut down during the war. From 1942 to 1945, he worked as a U.S. Customs agent, returning to the mill when it reopened after the war as Scott Paper Co. He began as a cook's helper in the digester and worked his way up to production manager, hiring many, many Anacortes kids during his career before he retired at the age of 64 in 1972. He then picked up his U.S. Customs career again in 1973 and worked until retiring in 1994 at the age of 85.  He interrupted his Customs career a second time to join his wife in Washington, D.C., for a two-year stint in the office of U.S. Senator Henry M. Jackson, a lifelong friend of the family. Leonard was a lifelong liberal Democrat who got great joy out of haranguing some of his conservative friends and who also cast his last absentee ballot shortly before he died.  Just to stay busy, he also got in about 40 years as a volunteer fireman for the Anacortes Fire Department from 1934 to 1973 -- community service for which he was very proud.  Leonard and Margaret were married for 63 wonderful years. Leonard's greatest love was for his wife and family. He always talked about what a great family he had.  Until his death, Leonard enjoyed attending activities at the Anacortes Senior Center. He was a regular there Monday through Friday with the "lunch bunch," and danced with Margaret on every occasion there was danceable music. He loved attending the birthday parties on the last Friday of each month and appreciated the wonderful music of Don McDugle's Melodians.  He loved life, he loved his family and friends. He loved the community of Anacortes, his home for 74 years. He loved the mountains, the trees and his view of Guemes Channel.  Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Eva Moore; his brother, Clark C. Moore; his brother-in-law, Gilbert Deane; and his sister-in-law, Phyllis Deane Wylie.  He is survived at home by his wife, Margaret, and he leaves the following families: Gib and Judy Moore and their families, Kim and Rick Back and sons, Mac and Tyler, Kent and Christine Moore and son, Jacob, and Kirk and Kelly Moore and son, Eli; Ken and Ann Moore and son, Ryan; Debby and Dave Morrison and daughter, Tillie; and numerous other relatives and friends.  Donations in Mr. Moore's name may be made to Anacortes Senior Center or Anacortes Public Library Foundation.  <I>Leonard Moore was featured in a story in the <I>Anacortes American<I> in January 1998 on the occasion of the Washington State University Cougar football team's Rose Bowl appearance. Moore, a WSU letterman in 1928 and 1929 in boxing and wrestling, lent his letterman's sweater to his son, Gib, who wore his father's sweater to the 1998 Rose Bowl game.<I> Gary K. Wiggins Jr.  Gary K. Wiggins Jr., 43, of Anacortes, died Thursday, Feb. 17, 2000, in a Bellingham hospital.  He was born Nov. 16, 1956, in Moscow, Idaho, the son of Gary and Jackie (Nicoll) Wiggins, who were living in Pullman and attending Washington State University. Gary was raised in Anacortes and Kodiak, Alaska.  A lifelong commercial fisherman, Gary worked as a captain of king crab vessels out of Kodiak to the Bering Sea.  He was a member of Anacortes Elks Lodge 1204, the Alaska Fishermen's Union and the National Corvette Club.  A loving and caring person, he will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.  Surviving are his father and his father's wife, Gary and Jan Wiggins of Anacortes; his mother, Jackie Nicoll of Anacortes; his sister and brother-in-law, Kim and Mike Thompson of Seattle; his sister, Jennifer Forney of Anacortes; two nephews, Michael Thompson Jr. and Bronson Forney; two nieces, Nicoll and Sheena Ferrari; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and his dog, "Killer."  Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association, 3615 Fleming, Everett, 98203. Nelle Creel  Former Anacortes resident Nelle A. "Ma" (Alexander) Creel, 95, died Thursday, Feb. 17, 2000, at her home in Texas.  She was born Aug. 4, 1904, in Blakely, Ga.  Her husband, Harold Creel, was the manager of the Texaco refinery in Anacortes from 1959 to 1969 and they lived at 2804 Oakes Ave. until 1977. "Pa" Creel preceded her in death.  A homemaker and a world traveler, Mrs. Creel was known for her many types of needlework. "Ma" was a true southern lady -- friendly, kind, gracious, elegant. She was a longtime member of PEO sorority and Windrest UMC (Roots). She will be greatly missed.  Also preceding her in death is a daughter, Carolyn Soderberg.  Surviving are a daughter, Alexandra Bakarich of Ramona, Calif.; a son, Preston Creel of Woodbury Heights, N.J.; seven grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 227 Lewis St., San Antonio, Texas, 78212.  Memorial services were Monday, Feb. 21, at Windrest Methodist Church with interment at Sunset Memorial Park, San Antonio. Josephine A. Sullivan  Josephine A. Sullivan, 84, lifelong Bow resident, died unexpectedly Monday, April 3, 2000, at Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon.   Born Feb. 27, 1916, at Edison, she was a daughter of Alfred J. and Alice E. (Schumaker) Hoffman. She was educated at Edison, where she graduated from Edison High School in 1934.  During World War II, she worked for the Boeing Company on B-17 aircraft assembly.  On Sept. 29, 1950, she married E. Harvey "Mike" Sullivan in Mount Vernon. The couple made their home at Bow, where they owned and operated a dairy and crop farm. Mr. Sullivan died in 1991.  She was a member of Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Edison and also attended Saint Charles Catholic Church in Burlington. Mrs. Sullivan was also a member of the Sunset Orthopedic Guild; Territorial Daughters, Chapter 2; and the Skagit Valley Historical Society.  Her interests included flower and vegetable gardening, canning, cooking, a love of pets, and remembering and caring for her many relatives and friends.  Survivors include her daughter, Lynn Diak of Bow; three sons, Richard Sullivan of Bow, James Sullivan of Bow, and Kelly Sullivan and Christina Dykstra of Samish Island; four grandchildren, Vanessa Diak, Mike Sullivan, Jill Sullivan and Carly Sullivan; two sisters, Helen Weinz and Winifred "Winnie" Houser; one brother, Charles Hoffman; and numerous nieces and nephews.  Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband Harvey "Mike" Sullivan; infant grandchild, Sarah Jean; sister, Frances Costanti; and two brothers, Lawrence Hoffman and Claude Hoffman.  Visitation was at Hulbush Funeral Home in Burlington. Graveside services were Friday, April 7, at Bow Cemetery.  Remembrances are suggested to Edison Volunteer Fire Department, 5837 Chuckanut Dr., Bow, 98232, or your favorite charity. Betty Langdon Steadman  Betty Langdon Steadman, 75, died March 28, 2000, in Auburn, Wash.  She was born in Sumas on Sept. 1, 1924, to George and Margaret Langdon. She lived in Anacortes for 40 years, and graduated from Anacortes High School in 1943.  She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Ray Steadman. She is survived by two sons, Robert and Dennis Alexander; a daughter, Susan Adkins; a sister, Mabel (Loren) Lambert; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.  At her request, no services or memorial was held. Colleen Joyce Warren  Colleen J. Warren, 69, of Anacortes, died Thursday, April 6, 2000 in Anacortes.  She was born Dec. 29, 1930 in Astoria, Ore., the daughter of James and Kathleen (Ammerman) Graves. She was raised and received her schooling in Astoria, graduating from Astoria High School. Colleen then completed her nurse's training in Portland, Ore.  She married Leslie D. Warren on Sept. 27, 1965 in Reno, Nev. They lived nine years in Astoria and three years in Alaska before moving to Anacortes in 1976. While in Anacortes, Colleen spent 17 years working as a medical secretary.  She is survived by her husband, Leslie D. Warren of Anacortes; a daughter, Kathleen Marie Russell of Astoria; two stepsons, Leslie James Warren of Anacortes and Richard Allen Warren of Boise, Idaho; a sister, Elizabeth Price of California; four step-grandchildren and four step-great-grandchildren.  A memorial service was April 11 at Anacortes First Baptist Church with the Rev. Duane Eastman officiating. Memorials are suggested to Anacortes First Baptist Church. Will 'Bill' P. Lowman  Will "Bill" P. Lowman, 84, a lifelong Anacortes resident, died Wednesday, April 26, 2000, at his home.  He was born Aug. 25, 1915, in Anacortes, the son of Raymond and Jean (Perry) Lowman.  As a young boy he helped tend the family fish traps at Henry Island and Burrows Bay, worked on cannery tenders for his grandfather, and in his early teens he and a younger brother were responsible for a trap south of the Skyline Marina near Biz Point.  In the late 1940s, he bought and converted a minesweeper to a freight boat, which he named the "Vindicator," and carried freight between Seattle and Alaska. After the "Vindicator," he bought a 25-foot gillnetter named the "Try Again," and a short time later acquired the gillnetter he named "Zig Zag," which he on Dec. 20, 1999, donated to the Anacortes Museum. It was placed next to the museum to be used as a central piece in the study of the fishing and canning industries in Anacortes.  Mr. Lowman had an outgoing and friendly personality and acquired many friends from all walks of life. He will be greatly missed by his family and his friends.  Bill is survived by his two daughters and sons-in-law, Sue and Carl Pedersen of Bainbridge Island and Claudia and Sterling Miles of Houston, Texas; a brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Elsie Lowman of Mercer Island; his sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Neil Carey of Sand Spit, Queen Charlotte Islands; sister-in-law, Margaret Lowman of Anacortes; five grandchildren, Kris Zommers and her husband Andrejs, Brian Morelan and his wife Michelle, Rick Morelan, Jeff Morelan and Don Hoots; two great-grandchildren, Katrianna and Talis Zommers; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, as well as his faithful dog, Lill.  Memorials are suggested to the Zig Zag Preservation Fund at the Anacortes Museum, 1305 Eighth St., or Skagit Hospice, 1971 Highway 20, Sedro-Woolley, 98284. Edith S. Wicksell  Edith S. Wicksell, 87, of Guemes Island, died Thursday, April 20, 2000, in Anacortes.  She was born April 28, 1912, in Seattle.  Edith worked as a secretary in the banking industry.  She is survived by her longtime friend, Robert E. Clark, of Guemes Island.  At this time, no services are planned. May O. Carpenter  May Olive Carpenter, 76, died at home on Saturday, April 28, 2000, surrounded by her family.  She was born Dec. 21, 1923, in Anacortes, to Axel and Anna Horn of Lake Campbell. She was educated at Dewey School and graduated from Anacortes High School in 1941.  One day, while May was working at the Anacortes J.C. Penney store, Alfred Carpenter visited the store to make a purchase. She must have been a charming salesperson because the two were married a short time later on Dec. 5, 1942, in a double wedding ceremony at Anacortes Lutheran Church along with Irv and LaVerne Rydberg, also of Anacortes. With the exception of the war years, the couples celebrated each anniversary together.  May and Al owned and operated Carpenter's Insurance Agency and South Side Realty in the Snelson Building. In 1977, they built the existing South Side Realty, which they operated until their retirement in 1989. May was voted Skagit County Realtor of the Year in 1983.  She served in many capacities at Anacortes Lutheran Church, including Sunday school superintendent, president of ALCW and various committees, but her favorite was as Sunday school teacher.  May was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred, on Jan. 26, 2000.  She is survived by her son, Raymond, of Concrete, and his friend, Val; daughter, Cheryl Hall of Mead; and daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Eric Moe of Anacortes. Her grandchildren were a great joy to her. They are Beth Carpenter, Brenda Carpenter and Todd Carpenter, Aaron Strickert, and Heather Moe and Andrew Moe, along with four great-grandchildren. Her family is very grateful to her loving caregivers, Susie Patterson, Kay Robinson, LeeAnn Kinney and Nelda Anderson.  Memorials are suggested to Anacortes Lutheran Church or Skagit Hospice. Doris M. Adams  Doris May Adams, 78, of Anacortes, died Friday, April 28, 2000, at a local care center.  She was born Feb. 21, 1922, in Seattle, the daughter of Walter and Local (Edwards) Beach. Doris was raised and educated in Seattle. She graduated as salutatorian from Lincoln High School in 1939. Doris also attended the University of Washington, graduating with a bachelor of arts degree in 1943.  On Jan. 7, 1944, Doris Beach and Richard Adams were married. They made their home in Richmond Beach. Doris worked for several years as a bond underwriter for Stanley T. Scott Insurance Co. in Seattle and retired in 1989.  Doris and Richard moved to Mount Vernon and then in 1990 to Anacortes, where they built their home.  Doris enjoyed gardening, music, painting, drawing, camping and traveling. She also volunteered at Anacortes Chamber of Commerce and was active in the Skyline Beach Club.  She is survived by her loving husband, Richard, at the family home; son, Guy, of Lynnwood; brother and his wife, Allen and Mary Beach of Seattle; sister-in-law, Sylvia Adams of Seattle; several nieces and nephews; and many good friends.  Memorials may be made to to a charity of the donor's choice. June Bullock  Helen June Bullock, 65, died May 27, 2000, at her home in Anacortes with her loving family by her side after a long and courageous battle with Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS).  She was born in LaMont, Alberta, Canada, June 11, 1934, to John and Helen Wiens. At age 9 she moved to Kelowna, B. C., where she excelled in swimming, participating in synchronized water ballet and performing in water shows. She swam competitively and attained the bronze medallion for lifesaving.  From the age of 7, she had a desire to become a nurse, and after graduating from Kelowna High School with honors, she then moved to the United States to attend a five-year nursing program at Portland (Oregon) Adventist Hospital School of Nursing and Walla Walla College School of Nursing. June graduated with honors with a bachelor's degree in nursing education from Walla Walla College in 1956.  She returned to Canada briefly, returning to Seattle by sea from Victoria, B. C., aboard the Princess Marguerite. One of her proud accomplishments was when she became a U. S. citizen in 1974.  She moved to Skagit County in 1957 and started nursing at Skagit Valley Hospital the day it opened in 1958. She worked there for eight years, the last four as director of nursing. She then moved to Anacortes where she worked for 10 years as director of nursing at Island Hospital. During this time, she also worked as nursing consultant, establishing the nursing department at Whidbey General Hospital in Coupeville.  She married Tom Bullock on November 30, 1963, in Anacortes. They were sealed on June 10, 1983, for time and all eternity in the Hawaiian Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. They raised five children, enjoying boating around the San Juan Islands and spending time at their cabin on Cypress Island. Her family and friends will always remember her last voyage to the island.  June particularly had fond memories of time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Every year, during the month of December, it was a family tradition to go to Grandma's house for the "Christmas Cookie Bake," where the kids could bake and create their own plate of cookies.  She enjoyed cooking, gardening, reading, fishing, and entertaining her family and many friends. After a serious back injury, June continued her education and became a registered counselor, opening a private practice called "Life Skills Counseling." Her classes, "Parenting with Common Sense," were attended by more than 500 parents throughout Skagit County. She also taught through Skagit Valley College at the Anacortes Senior Center "Communicating with Understanding," and through Northwest Indian College for eight tribes.  She was a member of Anacortes Community Health Council and held the office of president for two years. She received the "Very Important Preventative Person" award from the Skagit County Prevention Council in 1996 and the "Woman of Distinction" award from Soroptimist International in 1997.  June was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and was very active in Relief Society. She had a strong faith that gave her comfort during her illness.  She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Tom; her five children, daughter, Sherri (Bullock) Galvez, son, Scott Bullock and his wife Melanie, daughter, Elizabeth (Bullock) Luke, son, Ken Bullock and his partner Laura Curley, all of Anacortes, daughter, Marsha (Bullock) Flowers and her husband John of La Conner; her 10 grandchildren, Chelsie Fancher, Jacyln Fancher, Lonnie, Krysta and Dylan Bullock, Bryce Luke, Art Bullock and his wife Jennifer, Brande Bullock, Miley Flowers, Jason Flowers; and two great-grandchildren, Devonne Marie Bullock and Christian Alexander Fancher.  She is also survived by her mother, Helen Wiens of Kelowna, B. C.; sister, Justine Allstadt of Penticton, B.C.; three brothers, David Wiens and his wife Sally of West Vancouver, B.C., Ernie Wiens and his wife Dea of Kelowna, John Wiens and his wife Irene of Seshelt, B.C.; and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her father, John J. Wiens in 1975.  June was blessed with an abundance of wonderful, caring friends that helped her to cope with the trails she endured due to her illness; their kindness was a strength she appreciated. June would wish to give thanks to everyone in the community who gave so much love and support to her and her family during her last few years. She would wish for us not mourn, but to rejoice.  Donations in remembrance of June may be made to either the Muscular Dystrophy Association on behalf of ALS (Lour Gehrig's Disease) to the attention of Carol Miller, Northwest Washington District, 701 Dexter Avenue North, Suite 106, Seattle, 98109, or to the Anacortes Kiwanis Noon Club or Soroptimists International of Anacortes. Harry Lee McAlister  Harry Lee McAlister, 72, died of natural causes at Island Hospital on Monday afternoon, May 22, 2000 with his beloved wife, Gayl, at his side.  He was born in Tulsa, Okla., on April 21, 1928, the son of Harvey T. and Iona G. McAlister. He attended local Tulsa schools and graduated from Daniel Webster High School in 1946. He then enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving with the occupation forces in Japan and other duty stations until 1948. Harry then served in the U.S. Navy Reserves until 1950, making tours of duty in the Caribbean and South Pacific.  Harry then traveled to Saudi Arabia for a refinery job with the Arabian American Oil Company (Aramco) in 1951. He met Gayl there, and they were married in 1952 at nearby Bahrain Island. In 1953, he returned to the states for college at Oklahoma State University, graduating in 1956 with a bachelor of science degree in geology and receiving the William A. Tarr Geology Honors Award. After company training in New York and Lebanon, he then began his career in Saudi Arabia in 1957 as an exploration geologist for Aramco, retiring in 1984.  As a young man his job took him to remote regions in the Empty Quarter of Saudi Arabia, traveling in the dessert for long distances on exploration surveys and to work at drilling rigs. Later he filled senior management positions in the exploration department and also three years as manager of Aramco storehouses, retiring as special geological consultant. He enjoyed his work and developed lasting relationships with his co-workers and other friends in Saudi Arabia that spanned many decades.  Harry coached Little League for 11 years and was an avid golfer. During their overseas life, Harry and Gayl traveled extensively throughout the world and made many trips to Anacortes which they considered their home in the United States.  After retirement, Harry and Gayl settled in Anacortes, making many dear friends, and were active in the Fidalgo Yacht Club. Harry was elected commodore in 1993. They truly loved long cruises north in their trawler, Eagle Bay and attending yacht club functions with their friends. Harry was a member of the Elks Lodge and the Eagles.  Harry was known as a trusted friend and a devoted husband, brother, father and grandfather who placed his love for his family above all. He is survived by his wife, Gayl; sister, Margi Bradfield of Santa Barbara; daughters, Andrea McAlister of Anacortes, Megan Rudholm of Twisp and Sara Letellier of Marysville; and son, Kelley McAlister of LaGrande, Ore.  Harry also has nine grandchildren who will dearly miss him. They are Jeremy McKinley of Seattle, Tilden and Leyland Rudholm of Twisp, Max, Adam and Mason Brisben of Marysville, and Hilary, Stuart and Martha McAlister of LaGrande. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Beaulah Kelley of Anacortes; sister and brother-in-law, Kathy and Bill Fast of Anacortes; brother and sister-in-law, Patrick and Joanna Kelley of Everett; and many nieces and nephews.  Funeral services were Friday, May 26, at Anacortes First Baptist Church with burial following at Fernhill Cemetery.  Memorials may be made in Harry's name to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 600 Third, New York, N.Y. ,10016, or to a charity of the donor's choice. Donna Jean Nations  Donna Jean Nations, 56, died on May 26, 2000, at her home.  She was born in Auburn, grew up in Skagit County and raised her family in Seattle before retiring to Anacortes three years ago.  Donna will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and true and valued friend. She touched many lives. She will be deeply missed, forever loved and always in the hearts of her loved ones. Her kindness, caring and humorous ways will always be remembered.  She is survived by her husband of nearly 40 years, Ray; four children, Keith, Linnea, Suzette and Joel; mother, Jean; brother, James; sister, Penny; grandchildren, Nathan, Ashley, Spencer, Mikinsey, Kendall and Hunter; and numerous extended family members.  Remembrances and memorials in lieu of flowers can be made in her name to American Cancer Society, 2120 First Ave. North, Seattle, Wash., 98109-2301. Julius "Jack" Spaulding  Julius "Jack" Spaulding, 79, died May 19, 2000, at his home in Anacortes.  He was born June 5, 1920, to Warren Blaine and Cecil J. (Smith) Spaulding in Vale, Ore. He lived his early years on a cattle ranch in Malheur County, Eastern Oregon, later Baker City, Ore., and the Snake River Grand Canyon. The family then moved to the Silver Valley in Northern Idaho where he grew up. In his late teens, he spent a year in California where he worked for at the World's Fair on Treasure Island where he enjoyed the big bands of the era.  Jack married Velma Turner in 1940 and fathered three sons. He worked for Bunker Hill Co. as an apprentice carpenter/millwright and then as a mechanic. He was also a foreman in the Forest Service. In the mid-1950s, he moved his family to the Seattle area, then in Kirkland building a home with his own hands. For 26 years he was the superintendent of Broadmore Golf Course in Seattle.  Jack married Romall Stoddard in 1974. They bought property in Anacortes before his retirement in 1984.  Jack was honored publicly for his faithful volunteer work for "Meals on Wheels." He was touched by this honor. He loved the water, fishing, hunting and his many friends. He was a member of the Kirkland and Anacortes Eagles, and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.  Jack is survived by his sister, Dolly Calkins; nieces and nephews, James, Jeffrey and Jeremy Calkins, Jennifer Nielson and Julie Dunn of Silver Valley, and their families.  His three sons, Rodney, Forrest and Delbert; wives, Velma and Romall; and beloved companion, Jo, preceded him in death. Fern Isabella Covich  Fern Isabella (Muffle) Covich died in Seattle, Nov. 24, 1999.  She was born April 29, 1916 in Minneapolis, Minn., to Simon and Isabella Muffle. She moved with her family to Anacortes where she graduated from Anacortes High School in 1935, later marrying Mitchell Covich.  She is preceded in death by her husband.  She is survived by her son, Gary Covich, his wife Elaine and their children Jessica and Spencer, all of Seattle.  Memorials may be sent to Foss Home, 13023 Greenwood Ave. N, Seattle, Wash 98133.  Carl Frederick Long  Carl Frederick Long, 69, of Anacortes died Thursday, Aug. 3, 2000.  He was born Jan. 30, 1931, in Fort Smith, Ark., to Margaret Mae and Carl Henry Long.  He attended grade school and Fort Smith Junior High and graduated from Fort Smith Senior High School in 1948. Carl enlisted in the U.S. Army in January 1949 at Hot Springs, Ark., and was assigned to the band at Hot Springs Army Navy Hospital. He was transferred in 1950 to the 293rd Army Band, General Headquarters, Far East Command, Tokyo, Japan.  While assigned to the 293rd Army Band Carl met and eventually married Yoshie Fukuda on July 30, 1951. Upon his discharge from the Army, Carl worked for the Skaggs Drug Store chain for about two years, after which he joined the accounting department at J.C. Penney Co. department store. While employed with J.C. Penney, Carl continued his education at Southern Methodist University, where he received his bachelor degree in business administration in 1958. Carl's 30-year career at J.C. Penney included section head, office supervisor, assistant office manager, accounting project manager and accounting systems coordination manager.  Carl and his wife Yoshie moved to Anacortes in 1989, when they built a home in the Seaview Division of Fidalgo Island. Carl was very active in the local music scene, having played with the Skagit Community Band, the Roadkill Jazz Orchestra and other instrumental groups.  In 1993, Carl organized the big band "The Wind Machine," which continues to perform, in its original size and smaller versions, at many venues throughout Skagit Valley and in Bellingham and other cities.  Carl was preceded in death by a younger brother, Gary C. Long, a member of the U.S. Navy.  He is survived by his wife, Yoshie; three sons and their families, Carl F. Long, Jr. and his wife Deborah of Middletown, N.Y., Martin W. Long and wife Diane of Garland, Texas, and Robert W. Long and wife Shirley of Crystal Lake, Ill. ; grandchildren, Rachel of Middletown, Alec, Samantha and Rachel of Garland, and Justin, Collin and Stephanie of Crystal Lake; sister, Sharon A. Long of Fort Smith, Ark.; brother, Richard Long and his wife Laura of Atlanta, Ga.; two nieces, Peggy and Ruth, and nephew Richard. Benny Louis Colacino  Benny L. Colacino, 84, of Anacortes, died Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2000, at Island Hospital in Anacortes.  Benny was born May 15, 1916, in New Haven, Conn., the son of Anthony and Mary (Astorino) Colacino. In 1937, he came to Anacortes with the Civilian Conservation Corps. Benny enjoyed commercial fishing, cooking and helping others. At age 81, Benny threw his boots overboard and retired from fishing. He was active at St. Mary Catholic Church and the Anacortes Elks Lodge.  He is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Denny and Laura Griswold-Colacino of Purdys, N.Y., and son, Terry Colacino of Las Vegas, Nev.; daughter and son-in-law, Patti and Gerry Lumsden of Kingston, Wash.; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Louis and Helen Colacino, Gene and Cathy Colacino, and Arthur and Tsuneko Colacino; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Gloria and Charles, Dolly and Edward, Edith, and Eileen, all of N.J.; numerous nieces, nephews cousins and friends.  Memorials may be made to the Anacortes Elks Club fund designated for helping children in need.  A Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, Aug. 4, 2000, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Anacortes, followed by a gathering at the Elks Club. Committal was Saturday, Aug. 5, 2000, at Haven Hall Mausoleum in Grand View Cemetery, Anacortes. Lola Marie (Meagher) Beall  Lola Marie Beall, died July 1, 2000, in Dallas, Texas.  Lola was born Nov. 8, 1927, in Pomona, Kan. as Lola Marie Meagher.  The Meaghers moved to Anacortes around 1932, and there she spent most of her young life. After completing high school in Anacortes, Lola attended Washington State University.  She married John Beall in Seattle in 1954 and began her life of travel around the U.S. with her family. She loved cooking, literature and opera, and was an active citizen, frequently volunteering and writing letters in support of political reform.  She is survived by a daughter, Allyson of Tampa, Fla.; a son, Jay of Dallas; brothers Dan Meagher of Sequim and Joe Meagher of Everett; sister Kathleen Halle of Anacortes; and granddaughter, Charlotte of Dallas.  Memorials in her name are suggested to the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, P.O. Box 910888, Dallas, Tex. 75391-0888. Norris Martin Estvold  Norris Martin Estvold, 67, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend, died Friday, Oct. 13, 2000, at Island Hospital.  He was born Jan. 8, 19334, in Fergus Falls, Minn., to Martin and Almeda Estvold. He moved to Anacortes in 1946.  Mr. Estvold, who was captain of the football team and a state boxing champion, graduated from Anacortes High School in 1952.  In 1952, he married his high school sweetheart, Yvonne (Vonnie) Glasoe, and they made their home in Anacortes.  Mr. Estvold spent his early years as a builder, constructing and remodeling houses, as well as fishing commercially near Kodiak, Alaska. During this time, he became involved in real estate and property development. He was instrumental in the development and construction of the Thrifty Shopping Center, along with other commercial buildings and properties in Anacortes.  Mr. Estvold had a lifelong love of horses and animals and, after his retirement, he focused his energy into shaping the family farm into a park-like paradise for his family and friends. His greatest pleasure was watching noisy, joyful grandchildren swimming, riding horses, fishing and boating on his farm. With few words yet abundant energy, he created a sanctuary of great beauty, peace and abounding love.  He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Milford; and a sister, Violet Vance.  Mr. Estvold will be greatly missed by his beloved wife, Vonnie; three children, Guy Estvold, Terie Kenote and her husband, Jim; Steve Estvold and his wife, Delrae; his sister, Frances and Al (Curley) Engen and eight grandchildren, Branden Green, Guy Estvold, Sarah, Hannah, David, Deborah and Daniel Kenote and Joshua Estvold, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.  In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the National Arthritis Foundation.   By his request, the family will hold a private gathering. Elaine Alberta Louise Limoges Felt  Elaine Felt, 84, died Saturday, Oct. 14, 2000, at Island Hospital in Anacortes.  She was born Oct. 31, 1915, in Vulcan, Alberta, Canada, to American parents, John and Cordelia Deranleau Limoges.  She moved to Winter, S.D., early in her childhood and later to Mount Vernon. She lived in a small house on Kamb Road, where she met and married Henry W. (Hank) Felt. They married on March 14, 1935, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Mount Vernon.  The Felts lived on Kamb Road all their married life in the house Mr. Felt was raised in. They had eight children, all of whom attended Catholic school. Mrs. Felt was a longtime member of Immaculate Conception Church.  She loved her church and was an active member in it. She also belonged to the TOPS Club and the Harmony Birthday Club.  In 1968, Mrs. Felt returned to school and earned her GED and her nursing degree. She retired in 1986.  She loved helping others, gardening (she could make anything grow), reading and travel. One of her trips was to Maui, Hawaii, in November 1993. Mrs. Felt also enjoyed cooking and baking and was devoted to her family.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Henry W. Felt; a daughter, Nancy Pendry; a brother, Gerald Limoges; sisters, Genevieve  and Monica O'Bryan; and a grandson, Ken Grace.  Mrs. Felt is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Joyce Grace of Mount Vernon, Linda and Jack Vadset of Mountlake Terrace; Theresa and Steve Durkee of Mount Vernon, and Julie and George Mears of Spokane; her sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Suzanne Felt of Anacortes, David and Pam Felt and Chris and Cheryl Felt of Mount Vernon; 16 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, as well as a very dear friend, Betty Peterson.  Remembrances are suggested to your favorite charity or to the St. Joseph Center, 215 N. 15th St., Mount Vernon, Wash., 98273. Cdr. Ernest W. Baxter, USN Ret.  Ernest W. Baxter, 84, formerly of Anacortes, died Thursday, Oct. 5, 2000, at his Ferndale home.  He was a retired U.S. Navy commander.  Mr. Baxter was born Jan. 5, 1916, in Los Angeles, Calif., to Ernest W. and Minnie (Schweikert) Baxter Sr.  He was a member of Pearl Harbor Survivors, a World War II and Korean conflict veteran, and had been stationed in Japan and Australia. Mr. Baxter was proud to have served 24 years in the Navy.  He also was a member of the Northwest Corner Woodworkers and a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge.  In 1976, he retired from Texaco Refinery in Anacortes.  For many years, Mr. Baxter enjoyed working in his shop refinishing and creating beautiful furniture. His family and many friends will miss his wit and wisdom.  Mr. Baxter was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Baxter.  He is survived by his wife, Dolores (Nelson) Baxter, of the family home; two daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Gordon Roberts of Bothell and Anita and Mike DeLancey of Ferndale; two sons and daughters-in-law, Bill and Lellani Baxter of Peoria, Ariz., and Gordon and Nadine Baxter of Auburn; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and a sister and brother-in-law, Beatrice and Walter Klingenberg of Cottonwood, Calif.  Memorials are suggested to the Friends of the Anacortes Library, 1209 Ninth St., Anacortes 98221; Anacortes Senior Center, 1701 22nd St., Anacortes 98221; or the Ferndale Senior Center, 1998 Cherry St., Ferndale 98248.  A memorial service is pending. Inurnment, with full military honors,  will be at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. Geraldine "Gerri" Gomm  Geraldine "Gerri" Gomm, 93, of Anacortes, died Thursday, Oct. 12, 2000, in Anacortes.  Mrs. Gromm was born  July 28, 1907, in Phillipsburg, Mo., to Frank and Mary Cutchin.  Mrs. Gomm was a retail saleslady and store manager for 45 years.  In 1931, she married Robert Gomm in Chicago, Ill.  She was preceded in death by her husband in 1962 and also by five sisters and one brother.  Mrs. Gomm is survived by a brother, Lyle Cutchin, and his wife of Fort Meyers, Fla; a niece and nephew, Betty and Bill Garrett of Anacortes; and several other nieces and nephew.  Memorials are suggested to the Anacortes Christian Church, 1211 M Ave., Anacortes, Wash. 98221. Bill DeRouchey  Guemes Island resident Bill DeRouchey, 78 , died suddenly Oct. 5 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Bellingham.   He is survived by his wife, Patricia; a son, Brad; a daughter, Julie, and two granddaughters, Alicia and Amber.  Memorial services were held at Guemes Island Community Church at 2 p.m. on Oct. 10.   Memorial gifts can be sent to Anacortes Animal Relief Fund (AARF), P.O. Box 906, Anacortes, WA 98221 or Summit Assistance Dogs, 5458 West Shore Rd., Anacortes, WA 98221. Ronald A. Llewellyn  Ronald A. Llewellyn, 87, died Oct. 11, 2000, after a short illness.  Llewellyn was born in London, England, moving to Cleveland, Ohio, at 8 years old. He attended school there and graduated from Western Reserve University. He married his wife, Hermia, and then moved to Bellevue, where he lived for the past 55 years.  Llewellyn loved his weekly trip to visit the Soroptimist Thrift Store and his boating friends.  He is survived by his wife, Hermia; four sons, Ronald M., John, James and George; and 10 grandchildren. Mahlon Preston "Terry" Lamoureux III  Anacortes resident Mahlon Preston "Terry" Lamoureux III, 68, died Saturday, Oct. 21, 2000.  He was born Dec. 5, 1931, in Minneapolis, Minn. He was raised in Minneapolis and Pacific Palisades, Calif., where he graduated  from University High School in 1950.  He served in the U.S. Army, then went to work for Douglas Aircraft Company while finishing his college education at Santa Monica City College. He was a service manager at West Boat House in California for five years, then changed professions and went to work for Rockwell International - Rocketdyne Division working on the space program.  On Nov. 19, 1967, he married Carollei Heinz in Sherman Oaks, Calif.  He enjoyed sailing the Channel Islands from 1981 to 1991. He retired from Rocketdyne in 1991 after 26 years, 15 years as a machinist/manager and the last 11 years as a technical writer. He moved to Anacortes in 1991.  His hobbies and interest were racing Formula III cars in California.  He collected antique outboard engines and was an active member of the Antique Outboard Association in the Puget Sound Chapter. He built runabout and hydroplane boats. He started his grandson racing "J stock hydros" last year. He still raced "Classic B Runabouts" with the Whidbey Island Roostertails. He was an avid volunteer member in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 17 and loved to sail, fish and crab in his 29.9 Bristol sailboat around the San Juan Islands with his wife and family.  His is survived by his wife Carollei; daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Larry Earwood; son James Lindsey; grandson J.D. Earwood, all from Anacortes; sister, Nancy Lamoureux  of Lopez  Island, brother and sister-in-law Richard and Carolyn Lamoureux  of California; sister, Lisa Parvin of Mercer Island; brother, Tim Lamoureux of California; step-mother Charlotte Lamoureux and many nieces and nephews.  There will be no memorial service, but the family asks that donations in remembrance be given to the following organizations: U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 17, Fidalgo Senior Center, Whidbey Island Roostertails and the Antique Outboard Association Puget Sounders Chapter. Grace Vesta Pickering  Grace V. Pickering, 82, of Lopez Island, died Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2000, at the Olde English Roses Adult Family Home in Friday Harbor.  She was born March 8, 1918, in Bend, Ore., the daughter of Alva and Pearl (Golden) Kilpatrick. Grace was raised and received her schooling in Bend, graduating from Bend High School.  While visiting her uncle on Lopez Island, she met and later married Richard Pickering on Dec. 29, 1936.  Grace was an avid bridge player and golfer. She was a charter and lifetime member of the Lopez Island Golf Club. She was also a wonderful cook especially known for her pies.  Grace is survived by her husband, Richard, of Lopez Island; a daughter and son-in-law, Janet and David Schwartz of Lopez Island; a son and daughter-in-law, Dick and Barbara Pickering of Lopez Island; a daughter, Merry Pickering of Anacortes; nine grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Melvin Kilpatrick of Bend, Ore. and Bob Kilpatrick of Las Vegas, Nev.; and a sister, Doris Barnes of Bend, Ore.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Lopez Island Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 155, Lopez Island, Wash. 98261. Willard K. Terrill, Jr.  Willard K. Terrill, Jr., 63, of Anacortes, died Friday, Oct. 20, 2000, in a local care center.  He was born Feb. 22, 1937, in Santa Monica, Calif., the son of Willard and Ila May Terrill. He moved from California in the early 1940s, received his schooling in Onalaska, Wash., and spent 20 years in the Navy. He has been a resident of Anacortes for the past 15 years.  Willard is survived by two sons, Willard Terrill of California and Patrick Terrill of Spokane, Wash.; a daughter, Marilee Pierce of Anacortes; two brothers, Herbert A. Terrill of Anacortes, and Daniel Terrill of Oak Harbor; his granddaughter, Misty Terrill; and four nephews and a niece.  He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.  Private interment will be in Fernhill Cemetery, Anacortes. Helen Louise Berger  Helen Louise Berger, 77, a resident of Ottertail Lake, Minn., and Anacortes, died Saturday, Oct. 21, 2000, at Island Hospital.  She was born April 17, 1923, in McVille, N.D., the daughter of Leonard and Louise Burns. She was raised and attended school in Grand Forks, N.D., and graduated from the University of North Dakota with a bachelor's degree in marketing. She also graduated from St. Cloud State with degrees in art and English. She was employed as a teacher in Olgilvie, Minn., for several years and as a housemother for Delta Delta Delta sorority at the University of North Dakota for 10 years.  She was preceded in death by her former husband, Phil. R. Berger, M.D.  Helen is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Paula and Dallas Sween; her son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Carol Berger; her son and daughter-in-law, Craig and Lynda Berger; grandchildren, Laura and Joanne Sefkow and Brian, Aaron and Aria Berger; as well as a sister, Mildred Burns Johnson.  A private memorial service for the family will be held at a future date in Minnesota. Lois Sarah Cheldelin  Lois Sarah Cheldelin, 91, of Mount Vernon, died Sunday, Oct. 22, 2000, at Skagit Valley Hospital.  She was born Sept. 6, 1909, in Portland, Ore., the daughter of Pearl and Ethel (Pilcher) Darling. At an early age she moved with her family to Nebraska and returned to eastern Washington in 1919.  At midnight on Jan. 1, 1930, she married Earl Vernon Cheldelin, in Dayton, Wash. They celebrated 67 years of marriage on Jan. 1, 1997. Earl preceded her in death on Feb. 7, 1997.  Mr. and Mrs. Cheldelin owned and operated the general store in Gate, Wash., for several years. They lived in Olympia for two years and then moved to Anacortes in 1946. She moved to Mount Vernon in 1969 and has lived in Park Village for 20 years and has enjoyed residency at Logan Creek for the past four years.  Mrs. Cheldelin was a Sunday School teacher for many years at the Anacortes Baptist Church. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed dancing, cooking and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Darlene and Joe Thramer of Bow; two sons and daughters-in-law, Lyle and Yvonne Cheldelin of Bellingham and Melvin and Kay Cheldelin of Issaquah; 12 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, one sister, Emily Davis of Ramona, Calif., and numerous nieces and nephews.  Memorials are suggested to Skagit Valley Hospital Family Birth Center, 1415 East Kincaid St., Mount Vernon, Wash. 98274. Helen B. Storey Helen B. Storey, 81, of Anacortes, died Jan. 22, 2001. She was born Helen B. Campbell on Dec. 14, 1919, in Vancouver, Wash. Helen had lived on Shaw Island for 20 years and was well-known in the San Juan Islands for her love of music and her cello. She often performed with other talented island musicians and considered all of them to be wonderful friends. She served on the Shaw Island Library Board and Shaw Islanders, Inc. One year she was chairman of the auction, which proved her pioneer spirit of hard work and lots of fun. She was an avid gardener, hostess and a dedicated Christian Helen was preceded in death by her husband, David S. Storey, and her son, David C. Storey. She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Emwright, of Seattle. Albert L. Erickson Albert L. Erickson, 80, of Anacortes, died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2001, at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. He was born Aug. 5, 1920, in Anacortes, and is the son of T. Edward and Lola E. (Speer) Errickson. He attended school in Anacortes through the eighth grade. In 1942, he joined the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1946. Albert married Thelma Thomas in September of 1951 in Anacortes. For many years he worked as a commercial fisherman and for Smilk Beach Oyster Co. He was preceded in death by his wife, Thelma; brother, Raymond Erickson; and grandson, Dan Hansen. He is survived by two daughters, Sharon Hansen of Anacortes and Sandy Sullivan of Las Vegas, Nev.; two stepdaughters, Vicki Garcia and Patricia Nassar of Las Vegas; four granddaughters, Elizabeth Darrow of Stanwood, Kim Parmer of Maple Valley, Christal Balthazor of Sudden Valley, Destiny Farnum of Las Vegas; one grandson, Damien Brehmer of Anacortes; and 10 great-grandchildren. Memorials are suggested to the Skagit Valley Kidney Center, 1415 E. Kincaid, Mount Vernon, Wash. 98274. Arlyne A. Perkins Arlyne A. Perkins, 89, of Lopez Island, died Monday, Jan. 22, 2001, at her daughter's home on Lopez Island. She was born June 25, 1911, in Algona, Iowa, the daughter of Amass and Ina (Yeager) Ditsworth. Her family moved to the West Coast when Arlyne was about 10 years old. Arlyne moved to Lopez Island 23 years ago. In 1980, she married Otis Perkins. Arlyne enjoyed playing golf, oil painting and woodcarving. She was active in the Lopez Senior Center and also loved to travel. She visited Hawaii and New Zealand. Arlyne was preceded in death by two husbands, one brother and two sisters. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Christy and Tom Caldwell of Lopez Island; sister, Gladys Eckstein of Salem, Ore.; two grandsons, Michael Byrd and his wife, Anne, of Marysville and Christopher L. Caldwell of Lopez Island and two great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Lopez Island Hospital and Home Support. Burial took place at Evergreen-Washelli Cemetery in Seattle. Alda R. Moore Alda R. Moore, 86, of Anacortes, died March 9, 2001. She was born on March 25, 1914, in Bellingham,to John and Nellie (Culp) Patch. She was raised and educated in Bellingham. On Feb. 25, 1935, she married Howard Vernon Moore. Although she lived in Washington state most of her life, residing in Bellingham and Monroe, Alda lived in Hood River, Ore., from 1955 to 1959. For the past 20 years, she lived in Anacortes where she enjoyed crocheting, arts and crafts and playing cards with friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard; three brothers; four sisters and three grandchildren. Alda is survived by two sons, Vernon Moore and wife Elena of Lakeview and Raymond Moore and wife Sally of Hood River; three daughters, Betty Knake of Anacortes, Ruth Wake and husband, Marvin of Concrete and Dorothy Craig of Hood River; sister Laura Arstead Baker of Ferndale; sister-in-law Dorothy Patch of Marysville; brother-in-law William Winge of Portland; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A graveside service for Alda took place Saturday, March 17, 2001, at Pine Grove Cemetery in Hood River. Vault interment followed. Arrangements were in the care of Anderson Funeral Home in Hood River. Lois Aletha Nicholson Lois Aletha Nicholson, 91, a 12-year resident of Anacortes, died Wednesday, March 21, 2001. She was born on Dec. 19, 1909, in Shoals, Ind., the daughter of George and Alice (Weiniger) Evans. Lois married Floyd Nicholson on Feb. 15, 1930, in Shoals and they later moved to California where they lived until Floyd retired in 1970. After his retirement, they moved to Anacortes to be near their children. Lois' family knew her as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, George, in 1998. Lois is survived by two daughters, Alice Dickey of Anacortes and Cathy Schanken of Everson; nine brothers and sisters; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Memorial services for Lois were held on March 24, 2001, at Evans Funeral Chapel. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel in Anacortes. Dorothy Noble Dorothy Noble, 79, of Anacortes died Saturday, March 24, 2001, at Island Hospital in Anacortes. She was born on Oct. 23, 1921, in Wenatchee to Florence Milton Birman and Alonzo D. Birman. She married the man of her dreams on April 26, 1942, in Everett. Her husband called her "Mighty Mouse" because she helped him do everything including construction projects, even on top of and under the house.  They stayed married for 57 years until he died. She created beautiful handiwork (and often created hats, lap robes, baby clothes and more for the needy), flowers and decorations for every season.  She was a member of Anacortes Christian Church. She loved beautiful music and her church choir. She was as strong in her prayers as in her life, the core of conviction in her family. She will be greatly missed by her family and a wide circle of friends. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn H. Noble; a son, Glenn H. Noble, Jr. (Lucky); her mother and step-father, Florence and John Maxin and a sister, Betty Kaufman. She is survived by two daughters, Dianna Robb and Joanne Jordan of Anacortes; three granddaughters, Dana Walters of Bellingham, D'Andra Robb-Bryan and husband Dan of Mount Vernon, Darcy Robb-English and husband Rob, of Mount Vernon; three great-grandchildren, Devvan Robb-Bryan, Robert (Robby) English III and Dakota Robb-Bryan, all of Mount Vernon; other family members including James Birman of Bellingham, Harold and Rose Noble of Everett, Eldon and Pat Noble of Marysville and Nola and Dick Monaghan of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Paramedic Fund/Medic One, c/o the Anacortes Fire Department, 1016 13th St., Anacortes, Wash. 98221. Arrangements by Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes. Gleneva E. Clemo Gleneva E. Clemo, 80, of Lewiston, Idaho, died Friday, March 16, 2001. She was born on Nov. 13, 1920, in Colfax to Glenn and Lillian Corrin. In 1938, Gleneva graduated as valedictorian of her high school class in Albion. That same year, she married her first husband, Melvin Anderson, who died in 1952. In 1953, she married her second husband, Robert Brown. She earned her Licensed Practical Nurse degree in 1968 from Lewis-Clark Normal School. One year later, she divorced Robert. Four years later in 1973, she married George Clemo, who died in 1994. She nursed in Orofino, Idaho and also Anacortes until her retirement. She was a longtime member of the Church of God in Orofino, Anacortes and later in Clarkston. Gleneva also enjoyed making handicrafts that were exhibited with many honors each year at the Nez Perce County Fair in Lewiston, Idaho. Her last years were spent being a fortress to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family will remember her by the time, love and support she gave her family. She is survived by brothers Grenold and Neil Corrin; children Nora Coe (Anderson), Jerri Anderson, Melissa Brown, Andrew Brown, Debra Keener (Brown), Wade Brown; stepchildren, Chuck Biando, Sharon Menne, David Clemo, Gerri Clemo, Michael Clemo, Lori Schouer, Thomas Clemo and Joyce Schmelz and also numerous grandchildren, great-grandhildren, nieces and nephews. A memorial service for Gleneva took place on March 19 at the Church of God in Clarkston. Arrangements are in the care of Mountain View Funeral Home in Lewiston. Glen Garth Gliden Glen Garth Gilden, of Riverside, Calif., died Sunday, March 11, 2001, in Riverside. Glen was born in Anacortes on Sept. 12, 1926, the son of Glen and Charlie Brown Gilden. He attended the Salvation Army as a young teenager when his cousin invited him to the afternoon Sunday school because of a contest. When the Salvation Army switched their Sunday school to Sunday mornings, he was hooked and continued attending because they had made him the record sergeant. He attended Anacortes High School and Washington State College in Pullman before transferring to Whitworth College in Spokane from which he earned a bachelor's degree in 1948. In 1964, while stationed in Portland, he earned a master's degree in social work from Portland State University. In 1947, Glen married Melba Osborn, the daughter of Major and Mrs. Walter Osborn. Together, they entered the Training College from Spokane, in the Peacemakers Session. They were commissioned in 1949 and appointed to Bremerton. In the years that followed they were corps officers in Helena, Mont., Bellingham and The Dalles, Ore. In 1956, they were sent to open the Harbor Light Center in Portland, as well as to serve as the Family Service Director and City Coordinator. In 1964, they were appointed to Denver, Colo., as Family Service Director and later for Divisional Secretary in Denver and also Phoenix, Ariz. They served eight years in Hong Kong where Major Gilden headed The Salvation Army Social Services Department with some 50 units and assisted in the training of social workers for the U.S. Government and the various social work training institutions. He helped head the Army's work for refugees in Hong Kong when Vietnam fell. They returned to the U.S. where he served as the Assistant Principal and Business Director at the School for Officers' Training at Rancho Palos Verdes and then as Community Relations and Development Director at the Southern California Divisional Headquarters in Los Angeles. Shortly after, they returned to overseas service in the then Latin America North Territory with headquarters in Mexico City. They served in that territory before, during and after the earthquakes in Mexico City, the volcanoes in Columbia and mudslides in San Salvador. During their 46 months south of the border, he was the Territorial Property and Public Relations Secretary, Social Services Secretary and Project Writer. They returned early to prepare for Nigeria at the General's request and during the delay in receiving visas, they commanded the Riverside, Calif. Corps for 33 months. While stationed in Riverside, Major Gilden was responsible for the oversight of the erection of the present building before retiring in September of 1991. Following retirement, the Major accepted post-retirement service as the Director of The Salvation Army Door of Hope in San Diego until 1994, and in 1995 became the Donor Relations Chaplain for the Southern California Division. Glen and Melba had four children, Sharon Christine Gayagas of Kauai, Hawaii, Glen Garth of Visalia, Calif., Sheryl Cathleen Jones of Auburn, Captain Ronald Gary Gilden stationed at San Rafael, Calif., an 17 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Glen is survived by his wife,Melba and two brothers, Elmer of Anacortes and William of Sacramento. An afternoon celebration of Glen's life took place on March 16, 2001, at the Riverside Corps with Lt. Colonel Herbert J. Wiseman officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Southern California Retired Officers Endowment Fund for national retired officers in third world countries. Donations may be sent to The Salvation Army Territorial Headquarters, P.O. Box 22646, Long Beach, Calif. 90801-5646. Cards and letters may be sent to the family at 26145 Goldenwood St., Sun City, Calif. 92586-3773. Arrangements are in the care of Akes Family Mortuary in Riverside, Calif. Loretta Jean Allen Loretta Jean Allen, 74, of Anacortes, died Monday, June 11, 2001, at a local hospital. A full obituary, including a funeral-service notice, will be printed in a later edition of the American. Arrangements are under the care of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. W. Wayne Killinger W. Wayne Killinger, 77, of Anacortes, died Saturday, June 2, 2001, in Anacortes, following a lengthy illness. He was born Feb. 18, 1924, in Portland, Ore., to Victor C. and Luella (Porterfield) Killinger. Wayne graduated from Bellevue High School and attended Tufts University in Massachusetts. He also served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and Korea. Wayne retired from Pacific Northwest Bell after 32 years of service. After raising their family in Bellevue, Wayne and his wife, Mary, retired to Guemes Island. On the island, he pursued his lifelong avocation of carpentry, building the beachfront home where he lived for 22 years. Friends and neighbors frequently called upon Wayne for guidance and assistance with building and carpentry projects. His loving family and friends will miss  Wayne's presence on the beach. Wayne leaves behind his wife, Mary; a son, Terry; three daughters, Kathryn Killinger, Carol Oshima and Karen Murakami and seven granddaughters. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Children's Organ Transplant Association (COTA), For Madeline, 2501 COTA Drive, Bloomington, Ind., 47403. Arrangements were under the direction of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. Private interment took place, with no memorial service.  Lyle V. Underwood Lyle V. Underwood, 84, of Oak Harbor, died Friday, June 8, 2001, at Island Hospital. He was born Feb. 6, 1917, in Priest River, Idaho, to Vernon and Addie (McWilliams) Underwood. He was raised in Aberdeen and moved to Anacortes in 1930. Lyle was employed as a cannery worker for Fisherman's Pack for 37 years. He then worked for Whitney-Fidalgo until his retirement. On Jan. 30, 1951, he married Jean R. Spromberg in Anacortes. They lived in Anacortes until 1970, when they moved to Oak Harbor. Lyle was a member of the Anacortes Eagles, Aerie No. 249, for 50 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking. He especially loved his grandchildren. Lyle was preceded in death by his wife, Jean, on April 2, 1987, and by one brother and three sisters. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Lyla and Archie Lillis of Oak Harbor; two grandchildren, David Lillis of Ellensburg and Brenda Dunville and her husband Paul of Everett and one niece, Arlene McKay of Aberdeen. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society, POB 1594, Oak Harbor, Wash., 98277. In keeping with his wishes, no service is scheduled. Inurnment took place at Maple Leaf Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Burley Funeral Chapel of Oak Harbor. Dr. Wesley Neal Manor Dr. Wesley Neal Manor, 67, who had a practice in Anacortes at one time, died suddenly early Saturday morning, June 9, in Oak Harbor. He was a resident of Oak Harbor. Dr. Manor was born Aug. 16, 1933, to Mildred and Wesley Manor in Lancaster, Calif. As a child, he had a love for music and was an accomplished pianist. Dr. Manor served four years in  U.S. Army intelligence in the early 1950s. Deciding on a career in medicine instead of music, Dr. Manor graduated from the California College of Medicine, now the University of California at Irvine, in 1964. In 1965, he moved with his family to Coupeville and opened one of the first family practices on Whidbey Island. This was a happy period in Dr. Manor's life because making house calls still was a common occurrence and payment for his services often took the form of produce or other barter. During this time, Dr. Manor also was instrumental in Whidbey General Hospital's inception and development. In 1971, he returned to school at Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland, Ore., and completed his ear, nose and throat specialty residency. In 1975, Dr. Manor and his younger brother "Dr. Norm" opened two ear, nose and throat clinics, one in Mount Vernon and the other in Anacortes. The brothers practiced together until 1980, when "Dr. Neal" returned to Coupeville to practice -- a town that he loved. Dr. Manor also served as director of the Island County Health Department for several years, while running his busy practice. In addition, he traveled to Ketchikan, Alaska, several times a year to provide needed ENT medical services to patients in that remote area. Dr. Manor is survived by his beloved wife, Rhonda, in Oak Harbor; three children from his first marriage to Jeannette Beatty of Anacortes -- daughter Janell and her husband Colin Key of Scotland, son Darrin and his wife Karey Manor of Bainbridge Island and daughter Tonja and her husband Jason Dunton of Anacortes; two stepsons from his marriage to Rhonda -- Joshua and his wife Rachael Lancaster of Oak Harbor and Lee Lancaster of North Carolina. He also is survived by his brother, Norman Manor, M.D., of Miles City, Mont. and by eight grandchildren, Lauren and Ellen Key, Sarah and Jordan Manor, Alex, Megan and Taylor Dunton and Jacob Lancaster. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to The Neal Manor Fund, c/o Whidbey Island Hospital Foundation, POB 400, Coupeville, Wash., 98239. Memorial services for Dr. Manor are 1 p.m. Friday, June 15, 2001, at Burley Funeral Chapel in Oak Harbor Arrangements were under the direction of Burley Funeral Chapel. Evelyn Kerr Wingett Evelyn Kerr Wingett, 78, died Wednesday, June 6, 2001, in Anacortes. She was born April 4, 1923, in Pleasant Valley, Mo. A 30-year resident of Bellevue, Evelyn is survived by her devoted husband, Byron; her daughters, Jennifer Wingett of Anacortes and Janet Wingett of Seattle; her son, Randy Wingett of Herndon, Va.; and four grandchildren, Becky and Melissa Gelder and Michael and Alex Wingett. A family memorial gathering is planned for August on her favorite Whidbey Island beach. Arrangements were under the direction of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. Clare Andrela Bernsen Clare Andrela Bernsen, 95, a longtime Skagit County resident and a former Anacortes school teacher, died Monday, Aug. 6, 2001, at a local care facility. She was born Sept. 14, 1905, in Chehalis to Edwin and Andrela McReavy. At a young age, she moved with her parents to the Big Lake area of Skagit County. Clare married Sandrup Bernsen and they were together almost 50 years before his death in 1984. She earned a bachelor's degree at the University of Washington and came back to Anacortes to teach. She was especially proud of the special education program with which she was involved. Clare taught for more than 40 years and did not retire until the middle 1970s from the Anacortes School District. She loved to travel and was on many trips with retired teachers groups. She also was a longtime member of the Anacortes Lutheran Church. Clare was preceded in death by her husband, Sandrup Bernsen; her daughter, Sandra Persing, and her sister, Katherine Walker. She is survived by three granddaughters and their families, Kristi Cannon of Marysville, Karla Strand of Mount Vernon and Kym Kelly of Anacortes; one step-granddaughter, Penny Roehich of Coupeville; one step-grandson, Dave Graham of Martinez, Calif.; two sisters, Jean Hall of Portland, Ore., and Mary Gardner of Santa Monica, Calif.; one brother, Steve McReavy and several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A memorial service was Thursday, Aug. 9, at Evans Funeral Chapel. The Rev. Lewis Benson officiated. Arrangements were under the direction of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. Lowen Ross Hallingstad Lowen Ross Hallingstad, 16, died Thursday, Aug. 9, 2001, at his home in Anacortes. He was born June 7, 1985, in Mount Vernon and lived most of his life in Anacortes. Lowen would have been a junior this fall at Anacortes High School. He was actively involved in the music programs offered at the school. Lowen played alto saxophone in the symphonic and pep bands as well as bass guitar for the jazz band and jazz choir. He will be missed by many wonderful friends whom he loved dearly. Lowen will be remembered not only for his kindness and sensitivity, but for his steadfast good nature and sense of humor, which enabled him and his family to bear up under the ordeal of leukemia. Over the years, Lowen's enthusiasms ranged from bonsai to mountain biking and amateur astronomy. He enjoyed writing poetry and music, and loved to travel. For the last few years, his overwhelming love was for music, and he particularly enjoyed playing music with his friends. Lowen spent many happy hours of his childhood in the Anacortes Public Library, and acquaintances around town will remember that for several years he never appeared in public without a cape, black hat and a Zorro mask. Lowen's tremendous spirit shone through to the very end of his life and was a comfort and strength to all who knew him. Lowen was preceded in death by his grandparents, Irene and Harry Hallingstad of Great Falls, Mont., and his great-uncle, Wesley Rawhouser of Anacortes. He is survived by his parents, Brian and Jean Hallingstad of Anacortes; his sisters, Anna, age 12, and Ellen, age 5; his grandparents, Gene and Alice Haight of Anacortes; his great-aunt, Donna Rawhouser of Anacortes; aunts and uncles, Carol and Carl Weimer of Ferndale, Jackie and Dennis Halladay of Boulder, Colo., Chuck and Vicki Hallingstad of Guemes Island, Harriet Jobe of Wenatchee and Richard Hallingstad of Wenatchee. Cousins include Gareth and Matthew Halladay, Alison and Kiersten Weimer, Kyle and Keely Hallingstad as well as Brian Jobe, Kristin Scott and Joanne Coe. Lowen's family wishes to thank Dr. Michael James, Dr. Debra Friedman and all the fellows and nurses at Island Hospital in Anacortes and Children's Regional Hospital and Medical Center in Seattle for the excellent care he received during his illness. We thank Skagit Hospice and Whatcom County Option Care for enabling Lowen to spend his last months at home with his family. Our special thanks go to the students and staff at Anacortes High School, who have been with us every step of the way, and to Cheryl Gillman and the girls who helped make the lovely quilt that Lowen took with him on every hospital stay. Those wishing to honor Lowen are asked to consider donating blood Monday, Aug. 20, at the blood drive at Island Hospital. Without the generosity of all those who donate to the Puget Sound Blood Bank, Lowen's life would have been far shorter. Monetary donations are suggested to the Anacortes Public Library; Children's Regional Hospital and Medical Center of Seattle; or Heifer Project International (www.heifer.org). A memorial service is 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at Celebration Lutheran, located in the gymnasium of Mount Erie Elementary School. A potluck lunch will follow at the home of Donna Rawhouser, 1319 Dakota Ave. Everyone is welcome to attend. The ceremony will be conducted by The Rev. Terry Kyllo and everyone is invited to come and share in a celebration of Lowen's brief but memorable life. Gladyce E. Forster Gladyce E. Forster, 94, of Sedro-Woolley died Monday, Aug. 6, 2001, at the Life Care Center of Skagit Valley, in Sedro-Woolley. She was born Nov. 16, 1906, in Fillmore, Calif., to Joseph R. and Ollie B. (Pharriss) Garrison. Gladyce lived in Ventura and Santa Paula, Calif., and, later, Oakridge, Ore., after retiring. She had made her home in Skagit County since 1993. Gladyce was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Carl, in May 1993. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Donald and Evelyn Forster of Anacortes; her son, Martin L. Forster of Santa Cruz, Calif.; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Janet Smith of Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Private services are pending. Arrangements are under the care of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. David M. Compton David Martin Compton, 64, formerly of Anacortes, died Friday, Aug. 3, 2001, in Gig Harbor after a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Compton had made peace with God and was ready to go. He was born Dec. 6, 1936, to Clifford and Eva Compton in Meridian, Idaho. The family moved to Anacortes and Mr. Compton was raised and educated here. He graduated from Anacortes High School in 1955. Mr. Compton worked at Boeing as a machinist, retiring after 37-1/2 years. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Peggy Thayer and Lorna Mackey. Mr. Compton is survived by his loving wife, Patsy; his six children and their spouses, David Woods, Donovan Martin Compton (Woods), Lisa, Kelli, Kerri and Mike Compton; his brothers and sisters, Duane and Beverly Brown of Poulsbo, Delbert and Micky Compton of Burlington and Daryl and Alice Compton of Houston, Texas; 13 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial donations are suggested to Hospice of Tacoma Multi-Care, POB 5299, Tacoma, Wash., 98415. A private service was Monday, Aug. 6, with private interment following at Tahoma National Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Lewis Funeral Chapel of Bremerton. Craig Nielsen Craig Nielsen, 70, died Aug. 8, 2001, in Anacortes. He was born in San Francisco and lived in Sacramento for 6-1/2 years. He retired as senior vice president of Farm Credit Bank of Sacramento. Craig was an active member of the Anacortes Lutheran Church and the West End Watch Patrol. He also enjoyed traveling, reading, walking and attending musical events. He is survived by his wife, Jan, of Anacortes; daughters Suzanne Nielsen of Sacramento and Amy (Kevin) Brown of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; and step-daughter Debra Viall of San Francisco. Memorial donations are suggested, in Craig's memory, to the Anacortes Lutheran Church Building Fund, 2100 O Ave., Anacortes, Wash., 98221. A memorial service was Monday, Aug. 13, at Anacortes Lutheran Church. Arrangements were under the direction of the Neptune Society of Everett. Bernice Evelyn Williams Bernice Williams, 85, formerly of Anacortes, died Sunday, Nov. 11, 2001, at the Mount Baker Care Center in Bellingham. She was born Aug. 24, 1916, to Arte and Marle (Perry) Bell in Williston, N.D. She was educated in Williston, then moved to Mount Vernon. Bernice married Jess Williams on Dec. 24, 1943. They lived and worked in Mount Vernon and Anacortes. In retirement, Bernice enjoyed crossword puzzles, soap operas, the Sonics and the Mariners. She was preceded in death by her husband and her brother, Willis Bell. Bernice is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Howard and Patty Williams of Bellingham; two granddaughters and their husbands, Debbie and Todd Skillman of Bow and Karen and Paul Evans of Mount Vernon; a great-grandson, Nollan Skillman of Bow and a sister, Vivian Rossland of Bellingham. Memorials are suggested to a favorite charity. A private service took place at Grand View Cemetery in Anacortes. Arrangements were under the direction of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. Edith Louise Kangas Edith Louis Kangas, 86, formerly of Anacortes, died Sunday, Nov. 11, 2001, in Gig Harbor. She was born Aug. 25, 1915, to Swedish immigrants, Andrew and Carolena Westman in Independence Valley in Rochester. Edith, known as Edie to her close friends and family, was the seventh of eight children. She was confirmed in the Rochester Lutheran Church and graduated from Rochester High School at age 16. She later completed cosmetology school in Centralia. In 1935, she married Albert William Kangas. They lived in Oakville as newlyweds, then in Olympia where their daughter Carole was born. In 1946, they moved to Anacortes and Al became a shareowner in Anacortes Veneer Inc. They remained in Anacortes until the fall of 1989 when they moved to Gig Harbor. Edie was a wonderful wife and mother, having lived her life primarily as a homemaker. This shy, pretty lady loved to garden, dance, bowl, swim and travel to warm places. She will be remembered for her loyal devotion to family and friends as well as her style and grace in living a life full of sincerity and kindness toward others. Always a "lady," she slipped away from us with little fuss or fanfare to be with the angels and our Lord. She will be greatly missed, but a fragment of her strong, yet gentle spirit will always remain in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association, 12721 30th Ave. NE, Ste. 101, Seattle, Wash., 98125. Arrangements were under the direction of Mountain View Funeral Home of Tacoma. William 'Bill' John Thomas Bill Thomas, 53, of Anacortes, died Thursday, Nov. 15, 2001, in Sacramento, Calif. He was born May 28, 1948, in Anacortes to Lawrence C. and Maurine (Stroup) Thomas. A funeral service is 11 a.m. Nov. 24 at Anacortes First Baptist Church in Anacortes. A full obituary will appear in next week's American. Arrangements are under the care of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. Vivian Lee Jager Vivian L. Jager, 58, of Anacortes died on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2002 in Anacortes. She was born on July 30, 1943, the daughter of Oriel E. and Vivian M. (Carson) Weaver. Vivian moved to the Skagit Valley at a young age with her family. She attended Holy Names Catholic High School in Seattle and then attended college and received various degrees in business and technology.  Vivian worked as an executive administrative assistant for Saks 5th Avenue for a number of years. She raised her children in Skagit County, where she was a long-time resident. Vivian moved to Florida to live out her dreams and then returned to Skagit County to be near her family for her last days. She will be missed by her family and many friends. Vivian was an inspiration, a strong and stable person, and a source of great strength to all those around her. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Jody and Tammy Cook of Anacortes, Jym and J.J. Cook of Sedro-Woolley; her daughter and son-in-law, Tifani and Devin Hough of Columbia Falls, Mont.; her son, Steve Jorgenson of Anacortes; her aunt, June Redo of Paradise, Calif.; her uncle, Roy Carson of Coeur D'Alene, Idaho; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Fred and Sherri Thompson of Sedro-Woolley, Ron and Cheryl Weaver of Seattle; 15 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and two nephews and cousins.  A private family service was held in Vivian's memory. Arrangements are under the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes. James Lyman Verhoeff James Lyman Verhoeff, 51, of Anacortes died Thursday, Jan. 31, 2002, at United General Hospital after an extended battle with cancer. He was born March 22, 1950, in Anacortes to Leonard C. and R. Darlene (O'Donnell) Verhoeff. Jim was a 1968 graduate of Anacortes High School. He enjoyed life as a fisherman in Alaska and the surrounding area, since the age of 14. Jim will be sadly missed by all his friends and family. He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard C. Verhoeff, and by his sister, Cathy Verhoeff. Jim is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and Paul Hutton of Kalama; his son, Nathan Joy of Lincoln City, Ore.; his daughter, Megan Darlene Verhoeff of the family home in Anacortes; his brother, Clifford Verhoeff of Everett; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Janiece and Chris Stauffer of Rainier, Ore., and Linda and Darrel Beller of Wasilla, Alaska; his mother and step-father, Darlene and Bud Lane of the family home in Anacortes; his four grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cathy and James Verhoeff Memorial Scholarship Fund, First Baptist Church of Anacortes, 2717 J Ave., Anacortes, Wash., 98221. A memorial service is 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, at the First Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the care of Evans Funeral Chapel. Louise Wright Miner Louise Wright Miner, 78, of Anacortes died Friday, Jan. 25, three days before her 79th birthday. She was born Louise Eleanor Wright in Easton, Pa., to William H. and Lizzie E. Wright. Soon after, the family moved to 28 Pennsylvania Ave., Flemington, N.J., where Louise lived the first half of her life. She graduated from Douglas College, majoring in library science and music. She then worked for the Hunterdon County Medical Center, becoming director of medical records. In 1962, Louise married the widowed Robert V. Miner, who was assistant superintendent of the Western Electric Engineering Research Center in Princeton. Shortly thereafter, Robert was reassigned to Omaha, Neb. Louise completed her pilot training there and she and Robert spent many weekends flying around the Midwest in their Cessna 172. Robert's brother, at the family farm near Huron, S.D., kept a strip of pasture mowed for their visits. Shortly before Robert retired in 1970, they drove through Anacortes while visiting friends in the state, and the decision to retire there was made then. Together, they explored the history, waters, flora and fauna of the San Juan Islands. Louise also became a recognized expert on native plants of the region. After Robert died in 1980, Louise busied herself with a term on the senior advisory board of Island Hospital, worked part-time at the Anacortes Public Library and perfected her magnificent gardens. Gardening, the wildflowers of Washington Park, cooking, reading and music were her passions, and she held strong opinions about them. Louise is survived by her step-son, Robert V. Miner Jr. of Sandy, Utah, and her step-daughter, Kathy Fillingsness of Flemington, N.J. Louise's wish was that no funeral service take place and that any memorials go to either the Anacortes Public Library Cumulative Reserve Fund or the Island Hospital Medical Foundation Fund. Louise's ashes will be spread in Washington Park and Rosario Strait, as Robert's were 22 years ago. Local arrangements were under the direction of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. Delbert Lee Kahn Delbert L. Kahn, 67, of Anacortes died Thursday, Jan. 31, 2002, at a local care center. He was born an only child on May 27, 1934, near Spokane and spent his early years in Tacoma. He graduated from Stadium High School and attended the school of electrical engineering at the University of Washington. During the 1950s and 1960s, Del worked for Foss Tug, helped set up the first IBM computers at the General Insurance Co. and ran a pile-driving and marine construction business in Seattle. In 1967, he came to Anacortes to be the construction coordinator for Harry Davidson during the development of Skyline. He also skippered Harry's boat. Del's motto was "variety is the spice of life," and he lived by it, working at Islands West Realty, Perry's Restaurant, Charlie's Restaurant, Atterberry's Realty and Anacortes Realty. He spent his last years working as the computer chief at Flounder Bay Boat Lumber Co. Many people in Anacortes have been charmed, helped, rescued, entertained and exasperated by Del and his creative talents. He will be remembered, above all, for the marvelous and entertaining stories he could tell by the hour. Memorials are suggested to the Puget Sound Historical Society, POB 9731, Seattle, Wash., 98109, of which Del was a life member. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service is 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 8, at Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. Clara Augusta Grip Clara A. Grip, 88, of Anacortes died Monday, Jan. 28, 2002, at Island Hospital. She was born Jan. 15, 1914, in Pittsburgh, Pa., to August and Clara (Meyer) Sallach, who had emigrated from Germany as teenagers. Clara was the fifth of 10 children. Her primary education was at First Evangelical Lutheran School in Sharpsburg, Pa. She also attended classes at a business school. In 1935, she married Richard E. Kaufman. Together, they raised a daughter and two sons. Richard died in 1967. Clara moved to Anacortes in 1969 to be nearer her daughter and family, who lived on Shaw Island. She worked by Amsberry's Restaurant in Anacortes, until her marriage to Sig Grip in 1972. For several years they spent winters at their home in Mesa, Ariz., and enjoyed traveling in the United States. They established a permanent home on Shaw Island in the 1980s and lived there for about 20 years. In August 2001, they decided to become part of the Alliance Living community, where health services were available to meet their needs. Clara had great devotion to her home and her family. She enjoyed music and played the piano and organ throughout her life. Until her recent move to Anacortes, she was the organist for the Shaw Island Fellowship meetings each Sunday morning. Clara also was a member of the Anacortes Lutheran Church, the Shaw Islanders, Inc., and the Shaw Island Library and Historical Society. She loved making beaded Christmas ornaments, knitting cotton dishcloths, cooking, working crossword puzzles and playing games. She also was an avid baseball fan. Clara's love for the game began early in life as a Pittsburgh Pirate fan and reached its peak with the Seattle Mariners. Clara is survived by her husband, Sig Grip of Anacortes; her daughter and son-in-law, Marlyn and Henry Hoffman of Shaw Island; her sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Betty Kaufman of East Palestine, Ohio, and Kenneth and Marian Kaufman of Petersburg, Ohio; her step-children, David and Lori Grip of Snohomish, Roger Grip of Gold Bar, Susan and Russel Husk of Mount Vernon; her sisters and brother-in-law, Norma Davis and Dorothy and Robert Pracht of Pittsburgh; her 15 grandchildren; her 28 great-grandchildren; her one great-great-grandchild as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service was Feb. 2 at Anacortes Lutheran Church of Anacortes. Arrangements were under the direction of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes. Shirley Ann Ward Shirley Ann Ward, 71, of Anacortes died Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2002, in Burlington, after living about 16 years with Alzheimer's disease. Ironically, it was the field of mental health that Shirley worked in for much of her life. Shirley was born June 1, 1930, in Mille Roches, Quebec, Canada, to Muriel and Russell Mode. This village, largely devoted to the production of paper from pulp, now lies beneath the St. Lawrence Seaway. The family then moved to Cornwall, Ontario, where Shirley attended grade school. Subsequently, she attended the University of Toronto, earning a diploma in occupational therapy. Later in life, Shirley earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's in social work at the University of Utah. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Marion Gillie of Etobicoke, Ontario. Shirley is survived by her husband, Stanley H. Ward of Anacortes; her sister, Myrna Todd of Burks Falls, Ontario; Myrna's children, Russell, Shirley, Allen, Michael and Ellen and Marion's children, Janet, Bud and Robert. The family asks that no flowers or gifts be sent. Donations may be made for scholarships to the Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, 256 McCaul St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5T 1W5; or to Alzheimer's Disease Research, 15825 Shady Grove Road, Ste. 140, Rockville, Md., 20850. A private family memorial will take place in Shirley's memory. Arrangements were under the direction of Evans Funeral Chapel of Anacortes.

 

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