HALE, Lydia M. of Bellingham died Wednesday, June 18, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 91. A memorial service will be at 5 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, 119 Texas St., Bellingham, the Rev. Douglas Iben officiating. Burial will be in Live Oak Memorial Park, Monrovia, Calif. Mrs. Hale was born of Christian and Roseanna (Storz) Erchinger in East Grand Forks, Minn., and was raised in Bellingham. She lived in California for more than 60 years before moving back to Bellingham in 1995. She was a member of First Lutheran Church in Monrovia and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Bellingham. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Brash. Survivors include her brother, Adolph J. Erchinger of Bellingham, daughter Lillian Roter of Saugus, Calif., and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HALL, Joan Newton - Private family memorial service for Joan Newton Hall, formerly of Bellingham, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Bellingham. Mrs. Hall of La Jolla, Calif., died Thursday, Sept. 1, 1994, at Scripps Hospital in San Diego. She was 89. Born Sept. 14, 1904, to Magnus and Mathilda Lambert in Seattle, she married Willis R. Hall in 1961 in Seattle. Mrs. Hall lived in Bellingham from 1937 to 1961. She and her first husband, Paul S. Newton, owned Newton's Fine Women's Apparel. She was a member and former president of Women of Rotary and Orthopedic Guild in Bellingham. She was preceded in death by her first husband in 1952. Survivors include her husband of La Jolla, Calif.; son Gregory L. Newton of Deming; daughter Penelope Lee of Mountainview, Calif.; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
(From the Bellingham Herald of September 24, 1994) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HALL, Leona E. of Bellingham, Washington passed away on 8/4/07 after battling cancer. Leona was born in Calgary, Alberta and spent her childhood in Prince Rupert, B.C. before moving to Bellingham. Leona was a LPN at St. Lukes and St. Joes hospitals. She was an avid gardener, who loved to help people and had a gentle spirit. She will be deeply missed and always remembered by the many lives she touched. Leona's death was preceded by her husband, Kingsley F. Hall and son Richard. She is survived by her sons Robert Hall of Bellingham and David Hall of Federal Way, WA, one sister Barbara and her husband Keith Locke of Tucson, AZ, two brothers Rob and John Engelcke of Seattle, WA and two grandchildren Adam and Jaclyn Hall of Federal Way, WA. We would like to thank the people at Whatcom Hospice for their wonderful care and guidance during her illness. An informal memorial service will be held for family and friends at Birchwood Presbyterian Church in Bellingham on Friday, August 10 at 1 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HALL, Nola M., age 67 returned to her Heavenly Father after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Port Townsend, WA on April 22, 1941 and later moved to Ferndale WA where she graduated from Ferndale High School. Nola is survived by 8 children; 19 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren. She enjoyed crocheting and gardening and was an active member of the LDS church. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 3rd, at 6:30 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2550 Thornton Road. Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home, Memorial Park and On-site Crematory.

HALL, Paul R. died Wednesday, Sept. 28, 1994, at his home in Reno, Nev. He was 76. Born May 7, 1918, to Edward and Lena Threlkheld Hall in Tacoma, he lived in Bellingham from 1934 to 1959. He was a baker for Hall's Bakery and the Edquist Markets. Mr. Hall worked as a baker on Alaska's North Slope and several clubs in Reno before retiring in 1983. He enjoyed traveling, camping, woodworking and gardening. Mr. Hall was preceded in death by five brothers. Survivors include his wife, Eve, of the family home; daughters Joanne Hawkins of Bellingham, Diane Story of Lake Stevens, Marie Eherenfieldt of Springfield, Ore., and Charlene Hansen of Kenai, Alaska; son Gary Hall of Bellingham; two stepchildren; 18 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and eight sisters. At Mr. Hall's request, there will be no services.

HALL, Richard B. – Private, family services were held for Richard B. Hall of Bellingham. Mr. Hall died Monday, Oct. 9, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 45. Survivors include his mother, Leona Hall of Bellingham, and brothers Robert K. Hall of Bellingham and David L. Hall of Federal Way. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Oct 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HALLBERG, Debra Lynn - A memorial service for Debra Lynn Hallberg of Bellingham will be at 3:30 p.m. today at Bellingham Covenant Church, Brad Howell officiating. Mrs. Hallberg died Saturday, Aug. 16, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 45. Born March 26, 1952, to James and Donna Robson in Myrtle Creek, Ore., she lived in Bellingham for 15 years. A graduate of Mount Vernon High School, she married Robert Hallberg on June 21, 1986, in Bellingham. Mrs. Hallberg was a coach for Whatcom County Special Olympics and active in handicrafts. Survivors include her husband of Bellingham; daughters Donna Dobbs of Everson and Daleen Bennett of Bellingham; son Chet Richards of Ferndale; her parents of Mount Vernon; brother Dean Brown of Seattle; sisters Valerie Welch of Phoenix, Lorena Amos of Mount Vernon and Kelli Robson of Seattle; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HALOWI, Kenneth Wayne 12/12/1943 – 11/03/2005 Born in Vicksburg, MS, to Myrtle (Holder) and Nicholas Halowi and raised in Chicago, IL. Ken graduated from North Park College and received his masters in Education from Northeastern Illinois University. Like his childhood cowboy heroes, Ken wanted to help people to be a good guy. His dad taught him to live with integrity and to work hard. His mom taught him dignity and the value of family. His father-in-law, Jack, shared Ken's love for learning and electronics. His mother-in-law, Ruth, was his movie buddy and told him, "You have to live for today." Ken is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Kathy, by his brother Keith Halowi, who was his good pal, and sister-in-law Jean Halowi, who was really a dear sister to Ken. Ken also leaves many friends, relatives and coworkers all around the U.S. Ken served in the U.S. Air Force and hoped to teach. When he couldn't find permanent teaching job, he joined the U.S. Government Dept of Labor's Pension, Welfare and Benefits Administration. Ken was proud to lead criminal investigations that recovered millions of dollars for pension, medical and dental plan participants. He worked in Chicago, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and while in Philadelphia, he became Deputy Director for that region.
Although he had never taken a computer programming course, when the Department of Labor had trouble finding a suitable program, Ken created a complex DOS program on his own time. For developing that program, a big step forward, Ken received the Special Act Award, the U.S. Government's second highest civilian honor. Ken's program was used for several years in offices around the country, even after he retired. Ken loved to sing and belonged to the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Singing in America. He lent his baritone voice to the Golden Gate Chorus and quartets in San Francisco. When Ken retired, he chose Bellingham for its movies, Chinese restaurants, beauty, and the excellent doctors and heart specialists. While here, Ken volunteered with the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board. He also held several offices on the Fir Ridge II Condominium Association Board of Directors. The Halowi family would like to thank his wonderful doctors, staff and everyone who joined Ken's fight against heart disease and stroke. At his request, there will be no formal services, instead Ken wanted everyone to celebrate the time he was with us. So if you drink a toast to him while watching a good movie, Ken would be glad.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Nov 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HAMAKER, Marlene Mary - A memorial service for Marlene Mary Hamaker of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with the Rev. Bob Marvel officiating. Mrs. Hamaker died at home Saturday, Sept. 20, 1997. She was 55. Born Dec. 7, 1941, to Nicholas and Hildegard Lucius Schabert in Hastings, Minn., she lived in Bellingham since 1986. She married Bruce Hamaker in San Leandro, Calif., July 12, 1965. Mrs. Hamaker worked as a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Roger Schabert. Survivors include her husband; sons Nevada Hamaker of Bellevue and Jeremy Hamaker of Bellingham and Lori Clark and Lisa Hamaker, both of Albuquerque, N.M.; and brother Richard Schabert of Hastings.

HAMILTON, Bert G., 1230 Puget Street, age 83, passed away Sunday, Nov. 16th (1969). Mr. Hamilton was a 6-year resident of Whatcom County and was a retired logger, and a member of the Lutheran Church. Survivors are his wife Annie, at home; two brothers, Oliver and Earl of Forks, Wash., three sisters, Mrs. Florence Wood, Darrington, Mrs. Mae Potter, Van Zandt and Mrs. Evelyn Robey, city. Services will be conducted by Rev. Arnold F. Anderson Thursday, Nov. 20 at 10:30 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery at Lawrence.
(From The Bellingham Herald, November 18, 1969) Submitted by Debbie deHoog

HAMILTON, David Lees, age 61 of Deming passed away Wednesday, July 24, 1996, at St. Joseph Hospital, after a courageous battle. He was born in Sumas on Oct. 26, 1934, to Donald and Lucy (Martinson) Hamilton. He was raised in Kendall and Sedro Woolley. He was married Dec. 4, 1993 to Judy Mullikin of Bellingham. Dave was a logger and road builder. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, wood crafts, and his family and friends. He like setting a goal and could accomplish anything he set his mind to. Besides his wife Judy, he is survived by two sons, Randy and his wife Bunt of Sedro Woolley and Rick Hamilton of Acme; two daughters, Sharon and husband Andy Papp of Abbotsford, B.C. and Kendy (Rhode) and husband Bill Stoebe of Ferndale, his mother, Lucy Hamilton of Kendall; nine grandchildren; five sisters, Darlene and husband Jack Little of Van Zandt, Diane and husband Cliff Russell of Sedro Woolley, Dixie and husband Mark VanDitto of Hermiston, OR, Donna and husband Dave Simpson of Everson and Doreen and husband Ron Wiebe of Kendall; Three brothers, Denny and wife Toni Hamilton of Alger and Dean and wife DeEtta Hamilton of Sedro Woolley and Don Jr. and wife Kim Hamilton of Kendall; also, numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Hamilton Sr., and son Robin (at birth). The family is thankful that because of chelation therapy and all the wonderful medical care he received, they had more time with Dave. Visitation will be Sun., July 28, 1996, 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 pm at Jones-Moles funeral service will be Mond., July 29, 1996, 2:00 p.m., at Deming Log Show Grounds with Pastor Jim Williams of Mt. Baker Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow at Kendall Cemetery. Arrangements by Jones-moles Funeral Home 2465 Lakeway Dr. at Yew St., Bellingham, WA 98226.
(From The Bellingham Herald, July 28, 1996) Submitted by Debbie deHoog

HAMILTON, Donald Dale, age 25, of 123 Austin Road, an employe of the Gordon Pullar Logging Company lost his life in a logging accident late Thursday, April 28, (1949). Mr. Hamilton had been a resident of Bellingham for the past four months, coming here from Winlock, Wash. He was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Winlock and was a veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion in Winlock. Surviving relatives include his wife, Mrs. Gloria Irene Hamilton; one daughter, Linda Louise. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hamilton, of Winlock; one brother Niel, of Winlock; three sisters, Mrs. Frank Christler, of Vancouver, Wash., and Margaret and Marilyn Hamilton, both of Winlock; his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Swann, of Longview, and many other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, May 2, at 10:30 a.m. within the Cathedral Chapel of the Westford-Beck Funeral Home, with the Rev. M. A. P. Keller officiating. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.

HAMILTON, Donald Lee - Funeral services for Donald Lee Hamilton, age 72, of 6314 Mt. Baker Highway, Deming, WA will be held Monday, April 11, at 1 p.m. at Deming Log Show with Pastor James Larson officiating. Burial Kendall Cemetery. Mr. Hamilton Passed away April 7, 1988. He was born September 22, 1915 in Chilliwack, British Columbia (Canada) and has been a life resident of Whatcom County. He was a member of the Kendall Chapel; 1985 "Bull of The Woods" and a member of the Horse Pullers Assoc., and had been a horseman and logger for all of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents Alexander & Lillie Hamilton and 2 brothers Russel & Buster Hamilton. He is survived by his wife, Lucy; 4 sons, David & wife Sheila of Sedro Woolley, Dennis & wife Patricia of Bow, Dean & wife DeEtta of Sedro Woolley, Donald Jr. of Sedro Woolley; 5 daughters, Darlene & husband Jack Little of Deming, Diane & husband Jack Little of Deming, Diane & husband Cliff Russell of Everson, Dixie & husband Marc Van Ditto of Edmonds, Donna & husband Davie Simpson of Everson, Doreen & husband Jerry Brooks of Deming; 38 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; 3 sisters, Evelyn "Dolly" Brown, Carrie Morgenthaller & Bernie Minge; 1 brother, Kenneth Hamilton all of Bellingham; numerous nieces and Nephews. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
(Bull of The Woods, is the highest honor given to one logger each year by the Deming Logging Show. This show is for the benefit of busted up loggers) (Don's brother, Buster's given name was Ora Ellis Hamilton)
(From The Bellingham Herald, April 1988)

Hamilton and Galloway had worked together many times preparing horses for shows, parades, even weddings, but "this is the first time I've ever done a funeral," Galloway said. The friendship went back a long way. "I brought my first team of draft horses from Don Hamilton," Galloway said. The casket was taken by hearse from Hamilton's funeral at the Deming Logging Show grounds to Cedar Gulch before being loaded onto Galloway's wagon.
(This article is accompanied by a photo of the horse drawn wagon and hearse, family cars and police car.)
(From The Lynden Tribune, April 1988) Both items submitted by Debbie deHoog

HAMILTON, Louise C., age 51 of Ferndale, a resident of Whatcom County for twenty-five years, died Wednesday, December 24, 1997. Mrs. Hamilton was born March 27, 1946 in Aberdeen, WA, to Lester and Weltha (Hopke) Jarvis. In 1975 she married Dick L. Hamilton in Everett. She was on the Peace Arch Drill Team, and belonged to the American Quarter Horse Club. She also enjoyed gardening, flowers, all animals but especially horses, children, traveling, and singing. Mrs. Hamilton is survived by her husband Dick of the family home; daughter Amber C. Hamilton of Ferndale; mother Weltha Johnson of Everett; uncle Charlie Hopke of Anacortes, brothers, Ben Jarvis of Lacey, John Jarvis of Montesano. She was preceded by her son Charlie Hamilton in 1984 and father Lester Jarvis in 1992. Visitation will be Monday, December 29, 1997, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, December 30, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. Interment will follow at Enterprise Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HAMILTON, Lucy Violet (Martinson) - The Lord called Lucy Violet (Martinson) Hamilton home on March 14, 2005, at age 87. Lucy was born to Albert and Ada (Caufield) Martinson on July 1, 1917 in Fleet, Alberta, Canada. She married Donald Lee Hamilton on April 9, 1934 in Bellingham. Together they raised their nine children along with numerous other children. She loved camping at Cedar Gulch family campground and was always up for fun - she would try almost anything. Lucy was devoted to her family ant The Kendall Chapel. She appreciated going to the Holy Land. She was raised to be caring, sharing, and honest. Lucy enjoyed teaching, especially children, 4-H & Sunday School, & community events. She was secretary for the Kendall Cemetery Association. The Lord gave Lucy the gift to write and she loved to write about pioneer history. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Don; sons Dave and Denny; grandchildren Teresa & Robin; great-grandchild Justin; great-great-grandchild Corbin; brothers Lawrence, Tony, Elmer, & Cleon; and sisters Helen, Elma, & Hazel. Lucy is survived by sons Dean & DeEtta Hamilton & Don & Kim Hamilton; daughters Darlene & Jack Little, Diane & Cliff Russell, Dixie & Marc VanDitto, Donna & Dave Simpson, Doreen & Ron Wiebe; daughters-in-law Toni Hamilton & Sheila Wilson; foster daughters Judy & Dave Adams and Regina & Archie Henderson; sisters Mary & Buzz Oliver and Laura Steiner; sister-in-law Dot Martinson; 33 grandchildren, 68 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren; and numerous other family and friends who each meant the world to her. Visitations will be held Wed., March 16 from 12-5 p.m. and Thurs., March 17 from 12-8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, March 18 at 1 p.m. at the Deming Logging Show Grounds, followed by burial in Kendall Cemetery and a reception following back at the Logging Show Grounds. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Service Broadway at Eldridge.

HAMILTON, Reva Leora, aged 15 years, beloved daughter of Ben Hamilton, 3318 Bennett Avenue, passed away at a local hospital Tuesday, September 12, (1944) following an accident. Miss Hamilton had resided in Bellingham for the past thirteen years and was a member of the Birchwood Presbyterian Church and was a sophomore at the Bellingham high school. Besides a host of friends who mourn her passing, are her father and mother and her grandparents, Mrs. Marjorie Hamilton and Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Snow, all of Bellingham. The remains rest at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home where funeral services will be conducted Friday, September 15, at 1 p.m. with Rev. William J. Holland officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From the Bellingham Herald, September 14, 1944) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HAMILTON, Russel Craig, age 66, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother & friend, died at his home, 1352 Marine Dr., on Sept. 25, 1987, following a lingering illness. Mr. Hamilton was born in Deming on Dec. 9, 1920 and spent a great deal of his life serving other. Russ' early years were spent working as a logger, he joined the US Navy on Dec. 8, 1941, serving aboard the cruiser Chicago, where he received the Purple Heart. After retiring from the Department of Transportation, he and his wife Eleanor spent 3 1/2 years of Christian volunteer work at Springs of Living Water near Chico, CA. He leaves behind a loving family, his wife Eleanor; daughters, Alix Perez, Mary and husband Kevin McKernan of Bellingham, Kathy & husband Rollin Marple of Lynnwood, Karen & husband John Benthien of Fort Richardson, Alaska, stepdaughter, Margie Locke of Bellingham; sons, Russel C. Hamilton, Roger N. & wife Sandra Hamilton, both of Bellingham, Craig L. & wife Debra Hamilton of Chico, CA; stepson Darral & wife Barbara Manthey of Pullman, WA; 17 grandchildren; sisters, Evelyn Brown, Carrie Morganthaler, Bernice & husband Marvin Minge, all of Bellingham; brothers, Don & wife Lucy Hamilton of Deming & Kenneth & wife Barbara Hamilton of Bellingham; numerous nieces, nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. Funeral services will be Tues. Sept 29 at 10 A.M. at the Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Tom Willert, Alger Valley Christian Center officiating. Interment Kendall Cemetery. Russ would ask no more than to be remember as a loving Christian. The world is better because he passed this way. The family request no flowers. Jones Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, September 1987) Submitted by Debbie deHoog

HAMMER, Michael F., age 30, of 2924 Eberly Rd., Bellingham, died Monday Sept. 2, 1991 as the result of an auto accident. Michael was a logger for ALRT Corp, and was known as "The Wood Man" at the Firewood Company. Surviving is his wife Joan of Bellingham; son Ryan of Bellingham; daughters, Shannon and Brittany Hammer both of Bellingham; his parents, Jerry and Beverly Hammer both of Bellingham; his brother, Shawn Hammer of Bellingham; sisters, Patty Bol in [Duluth], Minn., Kathy Ackerson of Custer, Cyndi Neufeld of Bellingham; his grandmother, Irene Sinclair of Bellingham; aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday September 6, 1991 at 2:00 p.m. at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel, Father Jim Lee officiating. Arrangements by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
[He was born Jan. 14, 1961, in Bellingham, to Jerry and Beverly Hammer. A logger for ALRT Corp. at the time of his death, Mr. Hammer also ran his own firewood company, called "The Woodman." He attended Sehome High School. He had worked off and on for Alpine Logging for most of the past 15 years. He married Joan Hill in June 1980 in Bellingham. An attender at Assumption Catholic Church, he was always very active in the Deming Logging Show. He also loved the Skagit Speedway and enjoyed spending time with his family.]

HAMMER, Vernon Russell -- The family of Vernon Russell Hammer, age 61, announces his passing away on Wednesday September 12, 2007 in Nampa, ID after a short bout with cancer. Vernon was born on December 3, 1945 to Howard and Catherine Hammer in Bellingham, Washington. Vernon enlisted in the Army where he served 2 tours in Viet Nam and retired after 20 years of service in 1983. He was a realtor and with his wife owned and operated Scandia Bakery and Lefsa Factory, and a pet salon in Stanwood and later Nampa, Idaho. Vernon was an avid outdoorsman. He loved getting together with his boys and going on "men only" hunting trips and fishing with friends and family. Vernon is survived by his wife Donnita Hammer of Nampa, Idaho; his 3 sons Tony Hammer of Kettle Falls, WA; John Hammer of Puyallup, WA; and Joe Hammer of Seattle, WA; and 2 daughters Laura Rudolph of Nampa, ID and Julie Packer of Nyssa, OR; father Howard Hammer of Stanwood, WA; brother Howard (Buster) Hammer Jr. of Harrison, AR; and sister Judy Johnston of Yuma, AZ and 10 grandchildren. Services will be held on Thursday September 20, 2007 at 1 p.m. at a family estate at 5126 South Pass Road in Sumas, Washington. Please join us in celebrating his life.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Sep 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HAMMES, Jean - A graveside service for Jean Hammes of Bellingham will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Enterprise Cemetery followed by a reception from 2:30 to 5 p.m. at Festival Square Clubhouse, 5040 Festival Boulevard, Bellingham. Mrs. Hammes died Sunday, Sept. 21, 1997. She was 76. Born Oct. 30, 1920, in Ferndale, she grew up in the Custer and Ferndale areas. Mrs. Hammes graduated from Ferndale High School and Western Washington University and attended San Jose State University, Santa Clara University and the University of California. She was a teacher for 17 years in Vancouver, Wash., Hawaii and San Jose. Mrs. Hammes served as a delegate in Model Cities Program for five years, a Whatcom County Senior Services outreach worker for nine years and on the Ferndale Senior Center Jet Oldsters advisory board and on a San Jose city beautification committee. She was a member of Garden City Women's Club, Mount Hamilton Grange, Gulf Grange and Lummi Tribal Sewer Board. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

HAMMES, William M. of Bellingham died Monday, Aug. 26, 1997. He was 83. His ashes will be placed in Enterprise Cemetery in a private service. A reception will be 2 to 5 p.m. Friday at the American Legion Hall, Kulshan Post 154 in Ferndale. Mr. Hammes lived in Whatcom County since 1975. Survivors include his wife, M. Jean Pratt Hammes; daughters Elaine Hammes of Anchorage, Alaska, and Norma Gold-Hammes and Anita Phagan, both of San Jose, Calif.; brothers Lemuel Hammes of Polson, Mont., and Eugene Hammes of Grass Valley, Calif.; sisters Mary Mercer of Sidney, Mont., and Agnes Sheehan of Boston; five grandchildren; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

HAMMOND, Bertha - Service for Bertha Hammond, 65, 1418 Smith Road, will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday in Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. Mrs. Hammond, who died in Bellingham Thursday (March 5, 1964) after and extended illness, had resided in the North Bellingham area for the past 42 years and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Ferndale. She was North Bellingham correspondent for The Herald for 25 years. Surviving are the husband, Frank; two daughters, Mrs. Linda Zeretzke of Mount Vernon and Mrs. Donna Peterson of Gladstone, Ore.; and one son, Lewis of the Congo, Africa. The Rev. Thurman Fuller will officiate at the service, which will be followed by burial in Greenacres Memorial Park.

HAMMOND, Eva M. - A funeral Mass for Eva M. Hammond of Bellingham will be celebrated at 1 p.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with the Rev. Frank Schuster officiating. Burial will be Saturday in Spring Creek Cemetery in Kalispell, Mont. Mrs. Hammond died at home Saturday, Feb 12, 2000. She was 84. Born Feb 4, 1916, to LeRoy and Ruth Palmer Rhodes in Eureka, Mont., she lived in Whatcom County for 28 years. She was a member of the Kathleen Pruitt Guild of St. Joseph Hospital and the Church of the Assumption. Her husband, James Hammond, died in 1982; a daughter, Patricia Hammond, died in 1980; and a son Robert Hammond, died in 1992. Survivors include daughter Marjorie Godfrey of San Antonio, Texas; son Michael Hammond of Billings, Mont.; and brothers James Rhodes of Billings and Robert Rhodes of Tracy, Calif. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HANBLOOM, Charles James, aged 38 years, passed away at his home, 2804 Cornwall Avenue, Thursday, December 23, (1943). Mr. Hanbloom was a retired salesman and was a member of the First Baptist Church. Surviving relatives are the widow, Millie L. at home; three sons, Bert of this city, Howard G. and Dr. Douglas C. at Seattle; one sister, Mrs. Selma Parmentier, Los Angeles and a granddaughter, Charlotte at Seattle. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth.

HANBLOOM, Minnie L., 89, mother of Bert Hanblooom, well known Bellingham druggist, passed away Tuesday evening at her home in the Mount Baker apartments. Mrs. Hanbloom had lived here for forty years and was a member of the First Baptist Church. Two other sons, Dr. Douglas C. Hanbloom, of Seattle, and Howard G. Hanbloom, of Long Beach, Calif., survive, also one granddaughter, Miss Charlotte Hanbloom, of Long Beach. The remains rest at the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home where funeral arrangements will be announced.

HANDEL, Eileen F., age 70 of Ferndale, died June 24, 1997. She is survived by her sons, Gregory Handel of Ferndale, Michael Handel of Los Gatos, CA, Daniel Cohn of Deming; daughters, Judith M. Fayette of Ferndale, Catherine Dunn of Forbestown, CA, Deborah Hollingsworth of Bellingham; brothers, Thomas Fee of Sun River, OR, Gary Fee of Portland, OR; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband George F. Handel in October, 1984. Mrs. Handel was born and raised in San Francisco, CA, where she met and married George F. Handel. They moved to San Jose in 1968 and then to Ferndale, WA in 1977. She was a devout Catholic with strong traditional beliefs. She loved her family; enjoyed embroidery, and Bingo. Visitation will be Thursday, June 26, 1997, from 12 to 5:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, June 27, 1997, 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 14th & Knox in Bellingham. The Reverend Gary Morelli celebrant. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.

HANDFORD, Norman Anderson died of a stroke Tuesday, Aug. 26, 1997. He was 85. A private service will be held. Born March 6, 1912, in Steamboat Springs, Colo., he was raised and graduated from high school in Fallon, Nev. A veteran of World War II, Mr. Handford served in the Signal Corps for more than three years. He received training in electronics in Chicago and worked as an electrician in Stockton and San Jose, Calif. Mr. Hanford was a 50-year member of IBEW Local No. 332 of San Jose. After retiring, he lived in Paola, Kan., Stockton and Bellingham. He enjoyed playing and watching baseball, hunting, skeet shooting, fishing and golfing. Mr. Handford was preceded in death by a sister, Fern Miller. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Martha, daughter Donna Lane of Bellingham, son William Bretz of Albuquerque, N.M., sisters Bertha Kirn of Fallon and Helen Montgomery of Santa Margarita, Calif., six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HANKINS, Katie Snow, formerly of Bellingham, died Monday, Feb. 24, 1997, in Santa Paula, Calif. She was 88. Services were held in Santa Paula. A 1927 graduate of Whatcom High School, she worked as an office manager for Thiel & Welter furniture store and White House Market. She moved to Santa Paula after her marriage to Miles Hankins. Survivors include son Larry Hankins of Santa Paula, daughter Janet Hankins of Santa Paula, sisters Ann Harrington of Moses Lake, Laura Wilson of Bellingham and many nieces and nephews.

HANNA, Elvera G., of Bellingham, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2002. She was a lifelong resident of Bellingham, WA. By her request there will be no services held. She was born at Blue Canyon, Whatcom County, on June 21, 1915 to Pete and Rose Johnson and graduated from Whatcom High School. After high school she started working for the Pacific Northwest Bell Telephone Co. She married Donald D. Hanna, Dec. 10, 1938. Her husband, Don Hanna passed away in Oct. 1967. Elvera is survived by her son, Command Sergeant Major Timothy D. Hanna, U.S. Army (Ret.) and his wife Joan; her two daughters, Karen Tavis and Susan Kingman; her brother, Walter Johnson and wife Vera. She has four grandchildren, Cheri and Tim Nunamaker, Darren Hanna and Danne Fell. She also has three great-grandsons, Derrick, Tyler and Deven Fell, and nieces and nephews on both the Johnson and Hanna sides of the family. She was someone who worked hard for her family and was a strong role model. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She especially loved and enjoyed children and animals. After 36 years of service, she retired from the phone Co., where she held the position of Supervisor. In her later years, she volunteered to hel[p] children with water therapy at St. Lukes and found this to be very fulfilling. For many years she was a active member of the Telephone Pioneers, serving as secretary. She also was a long standing member of the American Legion. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

HANNERS, Frances – On August 20, 2007, at age 85, Frances Hanners of Bellingham died peacefully while asleep after a long bout with a weak heart and diabetes. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, her daughter Connie Barbini from Ohio, her sons Brian and Roger from Seattle, and her son Richard from Montana. Frances was born and grew up in Georgia. She was a youthful prodigy who taught high school math before reaching age 20. During World War II, she worked for the U.S. Government in Washington DC as a mathematician. Toward the end of World War II she met and married Al Hanners from Wisconsin. After the war he became an oil geologist in foreign work. Frances followed him to Venezuela where three children were born; one child was born in the US. Then they went to Trinidad, New York, and Canada. While in Canada she delivered Meals On Wheels and drove cancer patients. Frances and Al retired in Bellingham in 1981. Frances loved to travel. She visited all but one of the Canadian provinces and all the US states. After retirement she went to Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, China, and Turkey. She was an excellent seamstress and enjoyed making things. She loved golf, bridge, classical music, and read many books. A Celebration of Life will be held for close friends and family at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Aug, 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HANNON, Will, formerly of this district (Greenwood) passed away at the home of his brother in Bellingham Friday, (April 14, 1922), at the age of 76 years. He leaves to mourn his loss one brother, Hugh Hannon of Bellingham, and one sister at Everett. Funeral services were held at Harlow's Parlors in Bellingham, and interment was at the Greenwood cemetery Sunday. His wishes were to be buried at the Greenwood cemetery, because his aged mother was buried there some years ago. This community extend sincerest sympathy to the relatives.

HANOWELL, Brandi Marie - A memorial service for Brandi Marie Hanowell of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Nooksack Valley Baptist Church with the Rev. Kim Anderson officiating. Burial will be at 1 p.m. in Monumenta Cemetery. Ms. Hanowell died at home Tuesday, Jan. 7, 1997. She was 21. Born Oct. 4, 1975, in Urbana, Ill., she and her brother, Kermit, were adopted by Steve and Clara Dejong Hanowell when Ms. Hanowell was four years old. A 1994 graduate of Nooksack Valley High school, she was a cook at the Olive Garden Restaurant and attended Nooksack Valley Baptist Church. She enjoyed playing softball and soccer and participated in FFA and Teens for Christ. Survivors include her parents, Clara and Les Doerksen of Medford, Ore., and Steve and Connie Hanowell of Sumas; brothers Kermit Hanowell and Shawn Hanowell, both of Salem, Ore.; half-sister Cheyenne Hanowell of Sumas; step-sisters Corinne Doerksen of Victoria, B.C., and Camilla Doerksen of Prince George, B.C.; grandparents John and Stella Som of Lynden, Richard and Patricia Hanowell of Ferndale and Jake and Hertha Doerksen of Abbotsford, B.C.; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.

HANOWELL, Kendahl - A memorial service for Kendahl Marie Hanowell, 2, of Sumas will be at 2 p.m. today at Hopewell Grange. Kendahl died of leukemia Sunday, Aug. 24, 1997. She was born June 19, 1995, to Troy and Brandi Bartel Hanowell in Bellingham. Survivors include her parents, sisters Kaylah of the family home and Angela Stavinga of Blaine, brother Christopher Hanowell of Everson, grandparents John and Pat Bartel of Sumas and Marcia Hanowell of Nooksack, great-grandparents John and Frances Bartel of Bellingham and Rosalie Hanowell of Nooksack and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jern-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HANSEN, Alvin E. "Cap" died at Highland Convalescent Center Sunday, August 3, 1997. He was born October 4, 1905, to Hans and Anetta Hansen in Bellingham, where he has resided all of his life. He was 91. Al married Tillie Gilbert on June 28, 1930. She died in 1983. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Karen Hansen Sundean, in 1985. In the 1930's he worked with his father in the original Cap Hansen's Tavern on Cornwall Ave. In 1948 Al and his brother-in-law, Clarence Kline, opened the present Cap Hansen's on Chestnut St. In 1970 Al sold the tavern and retired. His passion was salmon fishing and his hobby was cabinetmaking. At his request there will be no services. Al is survived by one son, Ron and wife Michaele, two grandsons, Jeff and Eric, 7 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-granddaughter, a sister-in-law Vera Hansen, all of Bellingham, and many nieces & nephews. Arrangements by Jerns-Leveck Funeral Chapel.

HANSEN, Constance Castle Fravel (Mrs. William D. Hansen) died May 21, 2004. She was born to Charles and Josephine Taylor Castle on August 4, 1911. Connie attended Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota and the University of Washington where she was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority. She was also a member of PEO, Chapter AB, American Contract Bridge League, and Bellingham Golf and Country Club. Connie is survived by her son Maris T. Fravel and his wife Judy of San Francisco and Michigan; daughters Glenna Hansen of the family home, Heidi Suni and her husband Peter of Bellingham, Julie Hansen of Monterey, California; and her step-daughter Anya Flesh and her husband Marty of Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico. Connie's grandchildren are Behan Gifford and her husband Jamie of Bainbridge Island, Taylor Fravel and his wife Anna of San Francisco, Allen Sybrant and his wife Emily of Salt Lake City, Kent Sybrant of Phoenix, Bryn and Claire Suni of Bellingham and Maeve Murphy of Monterey; and her great-grandchildren Niall, Mairen and Siobhan Gifford and Hayden and Lilly Sybrant. Connie is also survived by her beloved cousin Margaret Josephine Morrison (Peggy Jo) of Portland, Oregon, and many friends too numerous to count. Connie raised her family on Middlefield Road in Bellingham. When the children were grown, she and Bill moved to Viewcrest where they had many happy years. At Connie's request, a private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Hospice of Whatcom County.

HANSEN, Hans C. - A memorial service for Hans C. Hansen of Lynden will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Mr. Hansen died Thursday, June 5, 1997. He was 81. Born May 16, 1916 to William and Marie Andersen Hansen in Copenhagen, he married Viola Christensen there on April 17, 1938. A carpenter in Denmark, Canada and the United States, Mr. Hansen lived in Whatcom County for 25 years. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughter Lis Cooper of British Columbia; sons Bill Hansen of Mesa, Ariz., and John Hansen of Tempe, Ariz.; sisters Tove Lundh and Grethe Andersen, both of Denmark; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

HANSEN, Harold, age 55, lifetime resident of Whatcom Co. died July 11, 1997. He was born May 23, 1942 in Bellingham, WA, to Radar and Catherine (Gallergar) Hansen. Harold was a 1960 graduate of Bellingham High School. He married Charlene Jackson in Bellingham on August 31, 1968. Mr. Hansen was owner of Northwest Drywall Dist. for 14 years. He enjoyed working on his small farm located on the Mt. Baker Highway. Survivors include his wife, Charlene Hansen of Bellingham, WA; daughters, Tamara Neyens of Bellingham, WA, Terri Hansen of Bellevue, WA, Sherri Hansen of Seattle, WA and Heidi Hansen of Bellingham, WA; five grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 17, 1997 at Cornwall Park Church of God. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

HANSEN, James J., Sr., age 85 of Bellingham, passed away August 25, 2005. He was born January 15, 1920, in Chignik, AK, to Lars and Nancy (Anderson) Hansen. Jim served in the U. S. Air Force in WWII. He was preceded in death by his sister, Minnie Muir and two brothers, Danny and Howard Hansen. Jim is survived by his wife, Elsie Hansen; daughter Judy (husband Richard) Overcash of Snohomish; son James Jr. (wife Kathy) Hansen of Briar; daughter Kristi (husband Bob) Hill of Vancouver, WA; son Kenneth Hansen of Briar; daughter Jeannie McLain of Bellingham; daughter Carmen (husband Larry) Davis of Lynden; special grandson Jeff (wife Katy) Hansen of Seattle; brothers Lars Hansen of Farmington, NM, and Morris Hansen of Seattle; sisters Dora (husband Bob) Burns of Eau Claire, WI, Peggy (husband John) Monfort of Flagstaff, AZ, and Molly Callahan of Seattle; beloved niece Betty Jane Quay; eight grandchildren. A Celebration of Jim's Life will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 31 at 1:00 p.m. with full military honors by American Legion Post #7.

HANSEN, John L. of 2714 Walnut St. died Saturday, Dec. 4, 1993, at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. He was 76. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church with the Revs. Kirk Madsen and Ben Pruitt officiating. Born June 5, 1917, to Frank and Lue Hansen in Bellingham, he graduated from Bellingham High School in 1936. Mr. Hansen worked for Bellingham Furniture until 1942, and served in the National Guard from 1936 to 1939. He entered the U.S. Army in 1942, serving as a medic until 1945. After discharge from the Army, he worked for Brooks Lumber for 26 years until retiring in 1979. He married Jewell "Judy" Kriedl on Dec. 1, 1977. Mr. Hansen and his wife joined The Good Sam Club, traveled with the organization and attended state meetings and two international meetings. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Robert L. Hansen of Landstuhl, Germany, and John W. Hansen of Bellingham; grandchildren Tara Hansen and John Wayne Hansen Jr.; and niece Kathy Hall. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

HANSEN, Percival Clinton "Doc" of Birch Bay died Saturday May 3, 1997 in Bellingham at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 76. A Remembrance Service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday May 8 at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Home preceded by burial at Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Feb. 1, 1921 to Hans P. and Ethelyn Tidwell Hansen in Stanwood, he was raised and educated in Olympia. He received a BA degree in music from Washington State University and was a member of the first graduating class of the University of Washington School of Dentistry in 1950. He practiced Dentistry in Whatcom County from 1950 until his retirement in 1985. A World War II veteran, Dr. Hansen served in the army during the liberation of the Philippines and was awarded several medals including the Bronze Star, Silver Star and Purple Heart. He married Margaret Young in Lynden on June 19, 1948. He was a long time member of the Masonic Order being a Past Master of Kulshan Lodge in Blaine. He was also a member of the Bellingham Bay Lodge in Bellingham. He served two Grand Masters as their Deputy in the local Masonic District. He was a member of the Masonic Widows and Orphans group. He was very active in the Scottish Rite Valley of Bellingham and was a 33rd Degree Mason in that Order. He was President of the Scottish Rite's Scholarship Program for Washington State. He was Past President of the local Masonic Junior Achievement Award Program, which honors outstanding high school juniors and some with college scholarships. He also was a Shriner, belonging to Nile Temple in Seattle. A member of Washington Club since early 1960 and served as president, he looked forward to Friday lunch with the "boys". He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, visiting with friends, and expressing his opinion. He is survived by his wife Margaret of the family home, daughter Ann Tjoelker and husband Earl of Everson, son Pete Hansen and wife Sandy of Birch Bay, brother Loren A. Hansen of Olympia. Grandchildren Carl Wilson, Chris and Cortney Hansen, Megan and Tanya Tjoelker and great granddaughter Bridget Wilson. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel of Bellingham.

HANSEN, Phyllis, 76, of 1500 W. North St., Bellingham, passed away on Friday, October 19, (1991) at Providence Hospital in Seattle. Mrs. Hansen was born Phyllis Friend Day on June 3, 1915 on a ranch near Christina, Montana. Her parents were Frank and Gertrude Day. She came with her family to Bellingham in 1925. In 1936 she married Arne Breivick. Arne died in 1975. Together they worked in Alaska for several years at the Crow Creek Gold mine. They came back to Bellingham and Phyllis worked at The Downtowner restaurant in the Bellingham National Bank Building. She and Arne ran several restaurants during the next twenty years: The Summit, The Cedar Chest, the golf course restaurant at Birch Bay. About 1970, they became part owners of Victors, a ladies clothing store in Bellingham. Phyllis enjoyed cooking and knitting. She belonged to the Stamp and Coin Club and the Altrusa Club. She loved people, her work, and was devoted to her family. In 1977, Phyllis married Capt. Andy Hansen. Phyllis and Andy were members of the Bellingham Yacht Club and the Wheel and Keel Club. They were avid power boaters and owned the boat "Midnatsol". They were the Bellingham Yacht Club Boating Family of the Year in 1989. She is survived by her husband, two brothers, Frank Day of Bellingham and George W. Day of Lummi Island, and five nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 23, 1991 at 2 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park. A reception will follow at the Bellingham Yacht Club at 3:30 p.m.

HANSEN, Ralph B., 77, passed away at home in Bullhead City, Arizona, September 1, 2006. He was born to Ragnar A. Hansen and Marguerite Holcomb Hansen November 6, 1928 in Bellingham. He attended Lowell Grade School and Whatcom Junior High School. His family moved to Ketchikan, Alaska in his teen years, where he worked in the fishing industry and delivered newspapers. The family moved back to Bellingham after his father's death in 1947. Ralph attended Bellingham High School for his senior year. He worked in the tire business for many years in the Seattle area. He moved back to Bellingham in 1983 and worked for Whatcom Tire Company in Ferndale until he retired in 1994. Ralph married Dorothy Browne Perdue June 9, 1984. They moved to Bullhead City, Arizona in 1997. Ralph is survived by his wife Dorothy; 2 stepdaughters, Margaret Perdue Nunez of Marysville, Washington, Charlotte Perdue Kelly of Mt. Home, Idaho; 4 grandchildren Steeven and Jason Nunez and Megan and Matthew Kelly; 4 sisters Lila del Fierro, Alene Bailey of the Seattle area, Jeanette Austin of Grapeview, Wash, Lecil Nienaber of Yuma, Arizona; and numerous friends and relatives. At his request, no services were held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Sep 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HANSEN, Ronna Lee (Barbee), age 67, was called home on Sunday, September 2, 2007 to be with her savior, her dear husband John and her parents after a very long, courageous battle of multiple health problems. Ronna Lee was born December 14, 1939 in Toppenish, WA to Ronald and Geraldine Mary (Walters) Barbee. She moved to Garfield, WA in 1949 and then to Colfax, WA in 1950. Ronna Lee attended Colfax Public High School where she won many awards in competitive Badminton. She was a 4-year letterman, all over Inland Empire. She attended Eastern Washington University where she was in the Honors program and was tapped for SPURS. After college she went to work for Pioneer Title Company in Spokane, Colfax and Davenport. In 1967 she married John Ericson Setwick Hansen. They moved to Bellingham, WA and later to Lynden, WA where they made their home with their two children. She worked with the Title 1 program at the Lynden Public School and was Vice-President of Title 1. She was an amazing artist and worked with Chinese painting, Indian wood carving and stained glass. She was also an amazing gourmet cook. She published her own cookbook for her children and family. Ronna Lee enjoyed being hostess to her husband's company Christmas parties, gardening and canning. Her main interest throughout life was her husband and children. She was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church where she did volunteer work and made many contributions. Ronna Lee is survived by her two children and their families; Kristine Elizabeth (Hansen) Parrish and her husband Chris, their daughters, Jadwyn and Tennisyn; Heidi Patricia Lynn (Hansen) Sorensen and her husband Rick, their sons Luke and Evan; two sisters, Joeanne Sarver and her husband Larry, Sheilah Murphy and her husband Melvin; Brother Jeff Barbee and his wife Susie. A potluck dinner will be held Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 5 p.m. at the Lynden City Park Facility.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Sep 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HANSEN, Vera Noreen, age 96 of Bellingham, WA, passed away July 30, 2002 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born August 19, 1905 in Bellingham, WA to Louis and Lulie (Pugh) Dollenjack. She graduated from Whatcom High School in 1923 and from Bellingham Normal School in 1925. Vera married Archie Hansen June 1928 in Bellingham. He preceded her in death in 1967. She taught elementary school in Steven's County, Tuttle River School in Cowlitz Co. and Roeder Elementary in Bellingham. Vera and her husband Archie lived aboard their boat for several years early in their marriage. They owned and operated 2 taverns in downtown Bellingham during the 1930's. She was a member of the Mt. Baker Hiking Club since 1975 and enjoyed hiking, traveling all over the world and gardening. Survived by her nephews, Ron Hansen and wife Michaele of Bellingham, Stan Harris of Surrey, B.C.; niece Betty Holden of California; special friends, Lynn and Bob Mortensen, Charlotte and Doug Doolittle and Jo Simsick.

HANSON, Alma Victoria, aged 14 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Hanson, of Mountain View, this county, passed away at a local hospital Sunday (Oct. 15, 1911) afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, death resulting from appendicitis. Miss Hanson is survived by her parents, four brothers and five sisters. Funeral services will be conducted at the family home at Mountain View Tuesday afternoon, October 17, at 1 o'clock interment following in the cemetery at that place. Mock & Hill 1055 Elk street have the arrangements in charge.
(From The Bellingham Herald, October 16, 1911, p. 3)

HANSON, Barbara J., age 64, of Bellingham, WA, passed away on July 2, 1997, at her home in Bellingham. Mrs. Hanson was born June 26, 1933, in Snoqualmie Falls, WA, to Gust and Ethel (Salstrom) Benson. She was a resident of Whatcom County for 60 years and was a graduate of Bellingham High School. She married Allen W. Hanson August 23, 1952 in Bellingham. Mrs. Hanson enjoyed collecting angels and gathering with members of her Sewing Club. Survivors: husband Allen W. Hanson; daughters, Terri Keyes of Bellingham, Peggy Hoskins of Snohomish, Laurie Hanson of Seattle; grandsons Allen and Logan Keyes of Bellingham, Cameron Hoskins of Snohomish; Sisters Dolores Dalenius of Bellingham, Lorraine Walsh of Auburn. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 8, 1997 at Hillcrest Chapel, 1400 Larrabee, with Pastor Mitch McConkey officiating. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

HANSON, Esther Louise, age 78 of Custer, resident of Whatcom County for fifty-seven years, passed away Thursday, November 6, 1997 at her home after a long battle with cancer. Mrs. Hanson was born on January 26, 1919 in Wolf Point, MT, to John and Anna (Matheson) Kelstrup. In 1936 the family moved to Ferndale. She graduated from Lutheran Brethren School, Fergus Falls, MN. She married Harold Hanson October 24, 1942 in Ferndale. In 1943 they purchased a farm in Custer. After their retirement in 1978 they spent their time traveling. Esther enjoyed gardening, music, sewing, playing cards, games and she loved to dance to music of the Zenders, Haureuglls and Quick Silver Bands. She loved to fish the Sea of Cortez, also Montana and the lakes of British Columbia. For forty-seven years she was a member of Sunrise Baptist Church. She is survived by her loving husband Harold of fifty-five years; son John and wife Eileen Hanson of Custer, daughters, Phyllis and husband Stan Kostanoski of Ferndale, Louise and husband Steve McMurry of Sitka, AK; son Jim and wife Denise Hanson of Bellingham; brothers, Art Kelstrup of Chehalis, WA, Sigurd Kelstrup of Ferndale; sisters, Borghild Olsen of Marysville, WA, Harriett Klippert of Glendale Heights, IL, Gunvor Olson of Everett, WA; ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A Memorial Service will be Sunday, November 9, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at Sunrise Baptist Church. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HANSON, Jimmie Odean, 71, of Yuma, AZ, previously of Bellingham, passed away in Porterville, CA on April 2, 2005 after a 17-month battle with lung cancer. He was born October 21, 1933 in Lincoln County, SD. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served from 1951 to 1953. In 1959 Jim moved his family to Washington State; in 1960 he came to Bellingham, and he remained a Whatcom County resident until 2000 when he retired to sunny Yuma, Arizona, where he lived most of the last 5 years. Mr. Hanson was preceded in death by his first wife, Beverly Lynne, and his parents, Hjalmer and Irene Hanson. He is survived by his wife, Virginia, of Porterville, CA; daughters, Valerie Wheeler (Andy) of Custer, Amy Wimmer (Tom) of Seattle, Cynthia White and Susie Betts, both of Bellingham; son, Jim Hanson, Jr. (Tammy) of Ferndale; stepsons, Richard, Rodney, and Randall Lybarger, all of Porterville, CA; brothers, Foster Hanson (Beverly) of San Pablo, CA and Roland Hanson of Shingle Springs, CA; sister Janet Howard (Bob) of Bellingham; 15 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Jim worked for many years as an insurance agent and at various other professions. He enjoyed working with his hands, and most recently was a carpenter and skilled cabinet maker. As a Korean War veteran, Jim was very proud of his service to his country, and he was a lifetime member of the Bellingham post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Jim, always outspoken, had deeply conservative convictions and enjoyed debating anyone who challenged him. A memorial service will be held at Lairmont Manor in Bellingham at 1:00 on Thursday, April 14. Cremation services are being provided by Myers Funeral Home of Porterville, CA.

HANSON, Sterling O. "Ster" age 88, passed away August 19, 1997 in Battle Ground, WA. Born July 18, 1909 in Fairfax, Minnesota. He resided in the Bellingham/Ferndale area for more than 30 years. Member of Zion Lutheran Church of Ferndale. He was a welder, mechanic & operated the rock crusher for the Whatcom Co. Road Dept. Enjoyed reading, Lawrence Welk, The Seahawks & Mariner's games on TV, which he thought were the only things on TV worth watching. He enjoyed "tinkering" around and fixing things, he was a "mole hater"! Preceded in death by his wife, Laurane Hanson in 1990. Survived by 2 daughters, Mary Jo Mohr & husband Don of Pasco, WA, Sue Gullickson & husband Ron of Battle Ground, WA; brother Alden Hanson of Cedar Fall, Iowa; sisters, Margaret Eubanks of St. Paul, Minn., and Cora Stahn of Sauk Rapids, Minn.; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Graveside services, Monday, August 25, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, 5700 Northwest Rd., Ferndale, WA. Layne's Funeral Home, Battle Ground, in care of arrangements.

HANSSEN, Lucille, age 86, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Thursday, January 16, 1997 in Highland Convalescent Center. Born January 24, 1910 in Ferndale, WA to Olaf and Helen (Farstad) Hansen, she was a resident of this community since 1935; devoted and loving mother, sister and wife to husband, Otto. She was loved and will be greatly missed. Preceded in death by her husband, in 1983, she is survived b son, Otto J. Hanssen, D.D.S.; daughter-in-law, Marilee; 3 grandchildren, all of Bellevue, WA; sister, Florence Jorgenson; brother-in-law, Jorgen Jorgenson, both of Bellingham. Memorial Service Sunday, January 19, 1997, 12:30 p.m., Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Reverend Wayne Bohling officiating. Private burial Bayview Cemetery.

HARDIN, Jack Haggard, 162 Tromp Road, Lynden, died suddenly at his home on Sunday September 1, 1991 at the age of 73. Mr. Hardin was a native of Whatcom County born in Bellingham on February 19, 1918 to Edward E. and Elsie E. Haggard-Hardin. He attended Greenwood School and graduated from Lynden High School in 1935 and attended Western Washington State University. He served during WWII in the U.S. Coast Guard and was employed by the U.S. Post Office in Lynden from 1947 to 1973 as a city and rural carrier and then Postmaster until his retirement. Following retirement he was a school bus driver for the Lynden Public Schools. He was a member of the VFW-Stephen Holmes Morrison Post, Ten Mile Grange, Volunteer and board member of the Lynden Senior Center and a former member of the Lynden Volunteer Fire Dept. He attended the First Baptist Church in Lynden. On September 2, 1937 in Lynden, he was married to Alice Olson and she survives her husband at the family home. Other survivors include daughters: Sandra (Hardin) Froese and husband Victor of Vancouver, B.C., Wendy Thomas and husband Ron of Socorro, New Mexico and son Dan Hardin and wife Deanna Strom of Seattle; brother, Don O. Hardin of San Diego; 6 grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. A memorial service was held at the First Baptist Church on Monday September 9 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Hoyt Sherwin officiating. Burial preceded in Lynden Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Services and arrangements were under the care of Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.

HARDY, Robert E., born December 19, 1927, in Spokane, WA, passed on August 20, 2007. He leaves his loving wife of 16 years, Alex; a sister Mrs. Charlotte Leveth of Everett; four nieces and a nephew; daughter Beth (Mark) Mauden of Big Lake, grandson Scott Babbitt of Mt. Vernon and granddaughter Cyndi (Chad) Ohrt of Burien and two great-grandchildren, Olivia and Blake Ohrt; daughter Kimberly Madison of Port Orchard, grandson Neill Madison and granddaughters Steffanie and Sara Madison. Mr. Hardy came to Bellingham in 1968, starting the first Taco Time on 707 E. Holly Street. He worked and developed three more over the next 30 years. Bob was an ardent golfer for 60 years, the last 30 at the Bellingham Golf and Country Club. With his friends, he loved the Northwest hunting and fishing, from Canada to Alaska. Bob was known for his humor, appreciated the name "Buck" for his dislike of horses. He was quoted many mornings, facing the saddle, saying "OMG – not another day!" Bob was a lifetime member of the Scottish Rite of the Free Masons, 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge and the Nile Temple Shriners. At his request, there will be no services.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HARKLEROAD, Laverne "Gramps" passed away on Sun. Dec. 22, 2002 at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center in Blaine. Laverne, 87, was born May 23, 1915 in Elgin, B.C., Canada to William & Laura Harkleroad and married Isabella O'Hara in 1937. Laverne lost Isabella to cancer in 1994. A resident of Whatcom County for most of his life, Laverne lived in Ferndale before retiring and moving to Birch Bay Village. Laverne graduated from Blaine High School in 1934 and played on the basketball team. Many remember Laverne as the owner and operator of Harkleroad's Mobile Service Station in Ferndale, on the corner of Vista and Third St. for 50 years. Laverne was known for his loving and non-judgmental heart, he always had time to visit and hopefully you had time to listen to many of his life experiencing story tales. He served two terms on the Ferndale City Council. Besides his total commitment to family, sports were Laverne's passion and he enjoyed them with a zest demonstrated by few. He coached little league baseball and was always a #1 spectator fan for Ferndale and Blaine sports events, especially if his grandchildren were participating. His other hobbies included bay and lake fishing and he enjoyed chasing the little white ball around the golf course as a member of the Birch Bay Village Golf Club. Survivors are his children: sons: Gerald & Cathy of Bellevue, Dave & Bonnie of Birch Bay, Wayne & Linda of Ferndale, and daughter Patricia of Weisbaden, Germany. Laverne was also blessed with eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and special friend Alice Tynan of Surrey, B.C. Also survived by brother Lloyd Harkleroad of Seattle, WA and sister Laura Jean Plese of Sun City West, AZ. Our family was fortunate to be part of Laverne's life and he will be thoroughly missed. A memorial graveside gathering will be Sat. Dec. 28th, 11:00 a.m. at Bayview Cemetery, Bellingham. A memorial service will be Sat. Jan. 11th, 11:00 a.m. at Jones|Moles Funeral Home Chapel, 2465 Lakeway Dr., Bellingham. Deacon George Ficken will officiate. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HARMENING, Jane L. – A celebration of life for Jane Loraine (Rehbein) Harmening of Blaine will be at 4 p.m. Saturday at United Church of Christ in Chewelah. Mrs. Harmening died Thursday, Nov. 2, 2000 in Blaine. She was 73. Born June 12, 1927, to Roland and Loraine Rehbein in Woodriver, Ill., she lived in Chewelah before moving to Blaine nine months ago. A member of United Church of Christ of Blaine, she enjoyed sewing and sang with the Sweet Adelines. Survivors include sons Andy Harmening of Blaine, Tom Harmening of Stevenson and William Harmening of Mica; daughter Susan Hardy of Chewelah; 13 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HARMONEY, Anna L., beloved wife and mother, passed away suddenly Tues., June 16, 1998, at St. Joseph Hospital. She gave the gift of love to her family who will miss her deeply. She was born on Oct. 21, 1924, in Eddyville, NE, to Fred and Ellen (Cannon) Iburg and resided the last 52 years in Whatcom County. A past member of the Nooksack Methodist Church and of Calvary Temple, and was a current member of the Word of Life Church of Lynden. She worked for many years as a secretary in the Mount Baker School District, Arnason Realty, Prudential Insurance, and the Educational Services District. She is survived by [her] spouse of 54 years, Ernest Harmoney of Bellingham; her loving children Carolyn and spouse Yon Wyandt, David and spouse Molly Harmoney and Karen and Don Tolliver, all of Bellingham; grandchildren Raymond, Rodney, and spouse Kara, Roxann, Rebecca Ann, Riann, Jonathan, Alexander, Kaydeanne, Sandianne, and Christofer; great grandchildren Kristiann, Cassandra, Devin and Alexandria; brothers Ira Iburg and Raymond Iburg. She was preceded in death by her five other brothers. Visitation will be held Thurs., June 18, 5 to 8 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 19, with graveside services immediately following. Officiating will be Rev. Merv Peterson. Greenacres Funeral Home.

HARNDEN, Dennis E., age 74, of Route 1, Stanwood, passed away Dec. 17, (1957) at a Mount Vernon Hospital after an extended illness. He was born Dec. 11, 1883, at Sawyer County, Wisconsin, and lived on Camano Island since 1921. He is survived by his wife, Myrtle of Route 1, Stanwood; five daughters, Mrs. Velma Kinkbonner of Ferndale, Mrs. Vera Perish of Woodland, Wash., Mrs. Vesta Box of Route 1, Stanwood, Mrs. Judy Fitch of Bremerton, Mrs. Betty Wells of Route 1, Stanwood; four sons, Milton of Fairbanks, Alaska, Eugene, Lyle and Dale, all of Route 1, Stanwood; four brothers, Will, of Orcas Island, Henry, of Aberdeen, Ernest and Milton in Wisconsin; four sisters, Mrs. Mae Morrisman of Bellingham; Mrs. Helen Wagner of route 1 Stanwood, Mrs. Ethel Bridge of Fairbanks, Alaska, Mrs. Laura Rooney of Portland, Ore.; nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, at the Gunderson Chapel, East Stanwood. Interment will be in a local cemetery.

HARNDEN, Milton F., age 84 of 3635 Haxton Way passed away Monday, March 6, (1972). Mr. Harnden had been a resident of Whatcom County for the past 82 years, and had been the World's Lightweight Wrestling Champion from 1912 to 1927. He is survived by his wife, Josephine; 1 son, Milton Jr. of Port Gamble; 1 daughter, Mrs. Mildred Spencer of Bellingham; a brother, Ernest of Hayward, Wisc.; 2 sisters, Mrs. Helen Wagner of Camano Island and Mrs. Laura Rooney of Portland; 3 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted in Moles Funeral Home Thursday, March 9 at 1:30 p.m. with Captain David Boyd officiating. Interment Enterprise Cemetery.

HARNDEN, Milton L. of Poulsbo will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Port Gamble Masonic Lodge. Mr. Harnden died at home Saturday, Jan. 11, 1997. He was 83. Born Feb. 17, 1913, in Ferndale, he graduated from Ferndale High School in 1930. He attended Bellingham Normal School and Skagit Valley Junior College and moved to Kitsap County in 1939. Employed by the Naval Ammunition Depot in Bremerton for several years, he moved to Port Gamble in 1949 and became a partner in Western Hardwoods Inc. He retired in 1972. In his early years, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, hiking and camping in the Olympic National Park. He was preceded in death by first wife, Doris; his second wife, Martha; and a daughter, Geraldine Harnden. Survivors include son Milton Harnden of Hansville, daughter Darlene Secord of Bellevue, 11 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Stone Chapel in Poulsbo.

HARPER, Clarence left us on March 28, 2007, three months before his 102nd birthday, near his home in Tacoma, WA. He was born on June 27, 1905 in Colburg, Colorado. He married Maggie on January 5, 1937. They were married for 70 wonderful years and had three children, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Magdelina (Zwicker) Harper; son Albert and wife Mary, son Lee and wife Jeannie, and daughter Lorraine and husband Ron Johnson; grandchildren Catherine, Lori, Timothy and Tina; great-grandchildren Bobby, Dylan and Tana. Clarence was an extraordinary husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, brother, uncle, son, teacher, and hero. Everyone who was fortunate to be around him knew this. He lived a life that everyone could only imagine. From the invention of the refrigerator to the automobile, he saw it all including practically every modern convenience we all know today. He loved to go fishing, hunting, and camping because he loved to be outdoors, and to be in his shed doing woodwork, busy building cribbage boards, clocks, bird houses, and end tables out of juniper wood, and little toothpick holders that he passed out to all his friends and family. He also enjoyed winemaking and always had a funny story or joke to tell, or some little “word of wisdom” that only a man of his experience could share. Clarence Harper lived a long, full, wonderful life in the Bellingham-Ferndale area for over 100 years! He loved his family and farm, and was someone who lived in the moment and in the day and never forgot the most important things in life. His talents and gifts will be remembered by everyone who knew him, and cherished by those who loved him. He will be dearly missed.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HARRIMAN, Aylmer C., "Hap" age 90, formerly of 4859 Noon Rd., died Sunday, June 16, 1991 in a local nursing home. Born December 12, 1900 in Maurice, Iowa, he grew up in Tofield, Alberta, Canada. He moved to Whatcom County with his family in 1922 and had lived here ever since. Alymer married Elma L. Walker of Bellingham on July 15, 1924. She preceded him in death in 1974. He had been a shipwright and carpenter and was a member of Carpenter's Local Union #756, a member of Bellingham Advent Christian Church, but for the past eleven years he had attended Calvary Temple. Aylmer enjoyed woodworking for many years, and his specialty was making children's furniture. He also wrote many poems and short stories. Surviving his his son Garry and wife Darlene Harriman of Bellingham, three grandchildren, his sister Jane McMullen of Burnaby, B.C., Canada, brothers Ronald Harriman Sr. of Everson, and Albion Harriman of Ferndale. Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 20, 1991 at Bayview Cemetery, 3:00 p.m., with Pastor Richard Strum of Calvary Temple officiating. Arrangements by Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HARRIMAN, Herb C. died on Saturday, Dec. 13, 1997, after a yearlong battle with brain cancer. He was 70. A private family interment will be at Hawthorne Memorial Cemetery in Mount Vernon. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday at Bethel Assembly of God Church in Sedro-Woolley, with the Rev. Billy Farrar officiating. Mr. Harriman was born on Aug. 13, 1927, in Bellingham to Albion and Theodora Jensen Harriman. He was raised in Custer. Mr. Harriman served in the U. S. Marine Corps during World War II and later graduated in 1947 from Ferndale High School. He graduated in 1951 from Western Washington University, with a bachelor's degree in education, and joined the Washington State Patrol in 1952. He continued with the State Patrol for 25 years. He was appointed safety education officer in Skagit County in 1967. After retirement, he worked in the logging industry. He was a member of the Skagit County Referee Association for 30 years. He married Betty Fults on April 10, 1954. Throughout their 43-year marriage, they enjoyed their family, hiking, hunting, skiing and raising horses. Mr. Harriman started a guide business, Eagle River Outfitters. He was a member of Bethel Assembly of God Church and served as a deacon there for seven years. Survivors include: his wife, of the family home; daughters Terry White of Mount Vernon and Diana Henderson of Bridgeport; son Dean Harriman of Arlington; mother, Theodora Harriman of Ferndale; brothers, Bill Harriman of Ferndale and Ken Harriman of Blaine; 10 grandchildren; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Lemley Chapel in Sedro-Woolley.

HARRIMAN, Ina Jean, age 88, of 6783 Mission Rd., Everson, passed away Sun., Dec. 29, 1985 in a local hospital. She is survived by her husband, Ronald of Everson; 2 sons, Ron & wife Mary Anne of Everson, Clarence & wife Gerri of Bellingham; 2 daughters, Wilda & husband Orval Larsen of Everson, Irene & husband Perry McGee of Port Angeles; 1 brother, Willard McHeffey of Tofield, Alberta; 12 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held Fri., Jan. 3, 1986 at 2 p.m. at the Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel, Rev. Bob Dillard officiating. Burial to follow at Ten Mile Cemetery. Arrangements by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HARRIS, James Robert (Jim), age 45, died suddenly in his Blaine home on February 20, 2006. Born on April 30, 1960 in Mount Carmel Illinois, Jim is survived by his wife, Ann M. Mulvey, and his two step-children, Colin Mulvey Fischer and Devan Mulvey Fischer, both students at Blaine High School. In addition to his Blaine family, Jim is also survived by his brother, Joe Harris (Anita) of Flora, Illinois, and is predeceased by his mother Mae Louise and father Alfred E. Harris. Extended family in Blaine include Debra C. Smith, Jeannette and Kenneth Williams, Susan Dunstone and Diana and Brian McLeod. An honors graduate of Mount Carmel High School, Jim earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from the University of Evansville in 1982. Shortly after his move from Indiana to Blaine in 1998, Jim began his northwest career as an employee of the Haggen Corporation at Barkley Village where he continued work during the past eight years. Complementing his passion for family life, Jim had great admiration and respect for the environment and all of its creatures, evidenced by the housing of a multitude of rescued farm and domestic animals over the years at his Blaine home. Having camped and hiked through much of the Appalachian Trail on the east coast, Jim thoroughly enjoyed his hikes through the diverse ecosystem offered by Mount Baker, which he frequented as often as possible. Jim's recent accomplishments and interests include being awarded his license from the FCC as an amateur radio operator and volunteer work as an online support counselor to those struggling with depression. A memorial service will be held at the Free Unitarian Church in Blaine at 4 p.m. on Thursday, February 23, 2006, followed by a celebration of his life in the family home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Feb 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HARRIS, Shelba died Wednesday, Sept. 15, 1999, at her home in Bellingham. She was 83. At her request, there will be no services. Mrs. Harris was born April 12, 1916 in Treadwell, Alaska, to Shelby and Mabel (Michaelson) Combest and had been a Whatcom County resident for 21 years. She was married to C. Earl Harris and he preceded her in death in 1981. Survivors include her son Shelby Harris of Bellingham daughter Carolyn Brown of Lebanon, Ore., two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Whatcom Cremation Association.

HARRIS, Virginia V. (Graham), age 82 of Custer, died Friday, April 18, 1997. She is survived by daughter Carmen C. Monson of Custer; son Carl Burrell Davis of Houston, TX; sister Lois Holland of Denver City, TX; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husbands, Harold Davis, and Marvin Harris; and son Miles Davis. Mrs. Harris was born August 23, 1914, Comanache County, TX, to Carl and Thresie (King) Graham. She lived in Kent, WA for many years where she was manager of the Pink Thunderbird Tailer Park until 1981 when she retired and moved to Ferndale. She enjoyed gardening. Her greatest joy were her grandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, April 26, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at the Nowlin Funeral Home in De Leon, TX. Local arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.

HARRISON, Alyssa Nori – A celebration of life for Alyssa Nori Harrison of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Cornwall Park Church of God. Ms. Harrison died of cancer Tuesday, May 2, 2000. She was 20. Born to Ken and Kathy Harrison at Cedars Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles, she grew up in Tarzana, Calif. In 1992, she moved with her family to Bellingham and graduated from Alger Alternative School in 1997. She was a gymnast and artist and performed in musical stage productions such as "Cats" and "Little Shop of Horrors." Ms. Harrison was interested in music and sang with her mother at local venues during the holidays. She also was an active member of Cornwall Park Church of God. Survivors include her son Kaleb, her parents and brother Zach Harrison, all of the family home; and grandmother Ruby Marth-Hossman of Centralia. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 May 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HARRISON, Beverley Ann died Thursday, June 7, 2007 of complications from a stroke and fall on June 6. It was a blessing that she did not suffer long. Born on January 25, 1927 in San Francisco, CA, she was adopted by her adored parents Frank and Beryl Schilling. Beverley is survived by her only living daughter, Dianne Marie Gillespie and favorite (and only) son-in-law Dennis R. Gillespie of Bellingham, WA; granddaughter Hana Lynn Anderson and spouse Daniel Anderson of Aptos, CA; granddaughter Lila Grace Ruiz and her spouse Joshua Ruiz of Placerville, CA; and great-grandchildren Aidan Michael Anderson, Evelyn Lucille Anderson, and Ewan Francisco Ruiz. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Richard Victor Harrison and children Susan Carolyn Harrison, Richard Victor Harrison, Jr., and Wayne Schilling Harrison. A private family service will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Jun 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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HARRISON, Rosalie - Death came Monday to Mrs. Rosalie Zandrer (sic) Harrison and her infant son at a local hospital. Mrs. Harrison, suffering from a lingering illness, died shortly after the birth of her son who followed her in death a few hours later. She was 38 years of age and had lived in Whatcom county most of her life-time. Mrs. Harrison was a graduate of Harmony high school and Western Washington college and also attended Arizona State Teachers' college and the state agriculture college of Colorado. Most of her life following her college years was spent in the teaching profession in Washington, Montana and Arizona. Grange Member – She lived at route 1, Everson, and was a member of the Goshen Grange. Surviving are the husband. John W. Harrison; two step-children, Barbara H. and Jackie W. Harrison at home; seven brothers, Lawrence J. Zander, Almer D., Oliver M., and Delbert E., all of route 1, city; Vernon L. of Winlock; H. Arnold, of Reseda, Calif., and Donald M., of Fort Collins, Colo. Three sisters, Mrs. Flarence Oliver, of Nogales, Ariz.; Mrs. Inez Jones, of Patagonia, Ariz.; and Mrs. Grace Keith, of route 1, city. Funeral announcements will be made by Bingham-Dahlquist.
(From the Bellingham Herald, January 2, 1945) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HART, Marguerite J., age 85 of Bellingham, died in a local health care facility on Monday, May 9, (2005). A Memorial Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Dave Mulholland on Friday, May 13, at 12:10 p.m. in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bellingham. A graveside service will follow in Greenwood Cemetery on East Wiser Lake Road at 1:15 p.m. Marguerite was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on January 22, 1920 and was raised in Spokane. For many years she was employed as a clerk for the U.S. Army in the Panama Canal Zone and moved to Bellingham in 1999. A member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, she was preceded in death by a son Michael Hart and is survived by daughter Linda Gill and husband John Dziedzic of Bellingham; granddaughter Michelle Cavalier and great-grandchildren Jordan and Morgan Cavalier. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.

HARTELROAD, William C. "Bill" age 93, lifetime resident of Whatcom Co., died June 26, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born May 11, 1904 in Hill City, Kansas to Michael and Carrie (Cummins) Hartelroad. He married Mildred Sheerer Feb. 5, 1929 in Mt. Vernon, WA. Bill worked 13 yrs. as a baker in Bellingham, a log scalier in California, 8 1/2 yrs., a service station owner in Bellingham 10 yrs., and a security guard in Bellingham 7 yrs. He was past Master of the Marietta Grange and enjoyed bowling. Survived by his wife, Mildred Hartelroad of Bellingham; nephews, Robert Bell of Selah, WA, Larry Ploghoft of Chehalis, WA, Harry Bussanich of Bellingham; nieces, Janice Carpenter of Blaine, Joyce Lorenz of Ferndale, Mary Lee Gillespie of California and Karen Levin of Everett. At his request, no services will be held. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

HARTLEY, Margaret J. "Jane", loving Mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2007, at Shuksan Healthcare. She was born in Seattle on October 12, 1916, and would have turned 91 next month. Jane moved to Bellingham in 1996 after the death of her husband of 57 years Byron V. Hartley. Jane worked for many years at the Haller Lake grocery in Seattle and was a loving mother, wife, and had many wonderful friends throughout her life. Jane is survived by her daughter Helen Litton; granddaughter Tara (Mark) Wright, four great-grandchildren; grandson Bryan (Cara) Messick; step-grandson Troy Messick, step-great-granddaughter; and step-granddaughter Kristine Messick. Always a flower in her hair, a smile on her face. Jane lived her life with amazing love, compassion and grace. She will be deeply missed by all and always in our hearts. The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to the wonderful staff at Shuksan Healthcare who embraced Jane and her family for the past four years with love, joyful days and for the excellent care and concern. Jane was always so appreciative and grateful for the friends she made there and there were many.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Sep 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HARVEY, Robert Powell - Visitation for Robert Powell Harvey will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, followed by a vigil service at 7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Assumption Church. Mr. Harvey died Tuesday, Dec. 16, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 76. Born June 6, 1921, to Frederick and Marie Powell Harvey in Ottawa, Canada. Mr. Harvey worked in the aluminum industry for Alcan in Arvida, Quebec, and Ormet in Hannibal, Ohio, and he retired in 1983 as technical director of Intalco Aluminum Corp. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Gloria Black Harvey; sons Michael Harvey and Mark Harvey, both of Bellingham; daughters Dianne Huffman of Bellingham and Karen Trembly of Hannibal, Ohio; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

HASKELL, Jim M. - Bellingham native Jim M. Haskell, 35, died Wednesday (April 4, 1990) in Seattle. Mr. Haskell was born on Jan. 16, 1955, and was graduated from Sehome High School. He attended Washington State University, Western Washington University and was graduated from the University of Washington in Seattle. He was an officer at U.S. Bank of Washington in Seattle. Survivors include in parents, F. Murray "Red" Haskell and Betty Haskell of Bellingham; a sister Joeen Daughters of Bellingham; grandparents Frank and Katherine Cassell of Bellingham; three nephews; a niece; and several other relatives. Services will be at 2 p.m. on Monday at Westford Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Bayview Cemetery. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

HATCH, Carol A., age 27 of 2806 Grant St., passed away Monday, March 29, (1976). A lifetime resident of this community she was a member of the Church of the Assumption and employed at Bellingham Villa Care. Surviving parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hatch, City; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Hatch, City, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Mass of Christian burial will be offered, Friday, April 2, 11 a.m. in Church of the Assumption with Father Barrett Corrigan celebrant. Interment Bay View Cemetery. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.

HATCH, Lawrence Reynolds "Larry" of Blaine died Friday Dec. 19, 1997, at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center. He was 75. A private burial will be in La Center. Born April 26, 1922, to Lawrence and Mary Berkelund Hatch in Eagle River, Wis., he lived in Whatcom County for 20 years. Mr. Hatch worked as an auto mechanic and was a member of American Legion Peace Arch Post No. 86. Survivors include daughters Samantha Hatch of LaCenter and Nancy Hatch and Carol Sanders both of California. Arrangements are by Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel.

HATCH, Ruth E., age 72 of Bellingham, WA passed away Monday, July 21, 1997 in Edmonds, WA. She was a Bellingham resident since 1940 and cared for children in her home for more than 30 years. She enjoyed travel and entertaining friends. Mrs. Hatch was born July 16, 1925, to Theodore and Hazel (Nelson) Pirrung in Marietta, Ohio. She married Herbert Hatch on June 30, 1947, in Bellingham. She is preceded in death by daughters Nancy (Hatch) Thistle and Carol Hatch, sisters Mary Pirrung and Josephine Dickhaus, and brothers Theodore Pirrung, Jr. and John Pirrung. Survivors include husband Herbert Hatch of Bellingham; 2 sisters, Patricia Wilke and husband Jack of Sacramento, CA, Hazel Pangallo and husband Richard of Mercer Island, WA; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation on Thursday, July 24, 1997, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, July 25, 1997, at 2:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel with Father Patrick Freitag of Church of The Assumption officiating. Burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

HATLEY, Clarence B., 90 of Everett died September 16, 1997 at an area hospital. He was born on December 18, 1906 in Lynden, WA. Clarence graduated from Lynden High School and went on to attend Business College and also took numerous other college courses. He spent a 30 year career in active service for the United States Navy. He was a Lieutenant and worked as a Communications Officer. Clarence was a veteran of WWII and also a survivor of Pearl Harbor. After his military career Clarence worked in the Snohomish County Assessor's Office and retired from there. Clarence is survived by his wife Gladys and her children; son Jack Hatley and wife, Pat; daughter Jean Kouri and husband Ralph; grandchildren Polly, Wes, Carmen, Michael, Laura, Stephen and Ralph, Jr.; Great Grandchildren Carmen and Jonathan; brother Heber Hatley; sisters Gladys Tromp, Terrisse Kuipers and Alta Blockhus. Clarence was preceded in death by siblings Porter, Frank, Fred, Bliss, Alice and Sadie. The graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, 1997 at Monumenta Cemetery, Lynden. He will be buried next to his first wife, Winnie Hatley. Arrangements entrusted to Purdy & Walters with Cassidy Funeral Home, Everett.

HATTON, Donald Webb, of Bellingham died Sunday, Jan. 26, 1997. He was 80. He was born Sept. 28, 1916, to Webb and Nellie Hamilton Hatton in Bellingham. Mr. Hatton retired from the U.S. Postal Service and worked at Western Washington University. Survivors include his wife, Grace, daughter Barbara Rosch, four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren an numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HAUGNESS, Norval – Private services will be held for Norval Haugness of Bellingham. Mr. Haugness died Saturday, Jan 15, 2000. He was 79. Born Feb 5, 1920 to Hilberg and Aslaug (Lind) Haugness in Haugness, Norway, he had been a Bellingham resident for 72 years. Mr. Haugness married Marta Poykko and worked for Georgia-Pacific West Inc for 41 years. Mr. Haugness was a member of the Eagles and Sons of Norway. An avid skier and outdoorsman, he loved camping, golfing and swimming and enjoyed bowling and dancing. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Ronald and Casey Haugness, both of Custer; daughters Susan Haugness and Debbie Aaenson, both of Saginaw, Mich; stepbrother Jim Rundquest of Bellingham; sisters Helena Willison of Bellingham and Blanch Hudson of Santa Barbara, Calif; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild. Arrangements are by Greer Family Mortuary of Alameda, Calif.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jan 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HAVEMAN, Adrianna - Visitation for Adrianna Haveman of Lynden will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Burial will be at 10:15 a.m. Monday in Monumenta Cemetery, followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. in Second Christian Reformed Church in Lynden, with the Rev. Marc deWaard officiating. Mrs. Haveman died at Pleasant Acre Adult Care Home near Lynden on Thursday, April 6, 2000. She was 86. Born on June 24, 1913, to Edward and Celia (Niewusma) Huisingh in Hull, N.D., she was the oldest of five children and worked in her father's store after completing eighth grade. She married Herman Haveman in Hull on Nov. 8, 1933. In 1938, Mrs. Haveman and her husband moved to Lynden, where they were members of Second Christian Reformed Church. She was president of the Dorothy Society, taught Sunday school, worked at Christian Health Care Center and was president of Lynden Christian Mother's Club. Mrs. Haveman and her husband like to travel and work in disaster areas with the Christian Reformed World Relief Committee. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1991; daughter Doris VandeKeift in 1992; brothers Pete and Herman Huisingh; and sister Cecilia VanLoo. Survivors include son Vern Haveman of Custer; daughters Joann Orange of Bow, Gladys Visser of Lynden and Joyce DeBeeld of Lynden; sister Angie VanAndel of Lynden; 15 grandchildren; and 28 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Lynden.

HAVIG, William O., aged 59 years, formerly a resident of Bellingham, passed away at Sacramento, California, Tuesday, June 29, (1943) after an extended illness. Mr. Havig formerly lived at 721 Lake Street, this city, and moved to California about five years ago. Surviving relatives include, four sisters, Mrs. Ida Holness of Mount Vernon, Wash., Mrs. Elmer Carlson, of Indianapolis, Indiana, Mrs. Tilda Waller, of Seattle, and Mrs. Roy Moe, of Bellingham; also numerous nieces and nephews. The remains were received by the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 7, at 2 p.m.

HAWES, Pauline Viola of Bellingham, WA, died Tuesday, June 7, 2005, at the age of 94. She was born August 14, 1910, in Lebanon, Illinois to Herbert and Viola (Harris) Conklin. On February 18th, 1928, she married Floyd G. Hawes in Edwardsville, Illinois, and was blessed with her only daughter, Patricia Kay, on March 14, 1938. Floyd and Pauline moved to Bellingham in 1950. They lived on a seven acre city farm on Michigan Street. Pauline sold eggs and worked at the original White House Market. Pauline loved to dance, fish, quilt and sew, and she especially loved a cold beer on a hot day. Her energy and determination were known to all, as was her sense of humor. Pauline was preceded in death by her husband Floyd and sister Lucille. She is survived by her daughter Pat Cool and her daughters Julie and Wendy; grandson Tim Cool, his wife Denice and their daughter Sophia of Bellingham, grandson Jon Cool, his wife Cindy, and their sons Jon and Isaac of Aberdeen. Memorial services will be held Saturday, June 11th, at 6 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1525 Electric Avenue, Bellingham. Jones|Moles Funeral Home.

HAWKINS, Andrew John, aged 43 years, passed away at the home of his mother, Mrs. Harriet Shaw, 1734 James Street, Wednesday, may 3, (1939) after a brief illness. Mr. Hawkins who had resided in Bellingham for the past thirty-nine years, leaves to mourn his passing his mother, one daughter, Lillian Hawkins, of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Jennie Schumer, of Long Beach, Calif., and Mrs. Hazel Smith, of Santa Barbara, Calif. The remains are resting at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home, 201 Prospect Street, where funeral services will be held Monday, May 8, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Joseph Warner officiating. Cremation.

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HAWLEY, Josephine M., age 89, of Bellingham passed away on Sat, April 15, 2006. Her husband, Robert E. Hawley, preceded her in death in 1988. She is survived by her daughters, Marie (Gordy) Butner, and Linda Brill; brothers Ron Hawley, John (Dolly) Pen, and Jack Pen; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. No services will be held at this time.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Apr 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HAWLEY, Robert A. "Robby", age 23 of Bellingham/Stanwood was killed in a motorcycle accident July 26. Robby was born Jan 16, 1983 in Bellingham and attended High School in Stanwood. He resided in Bellingham, attended WCC and worked for his family at Boat Country in Everett. Robby is survived by his parents, Bob and Shannon Hawley of Stanwood, brother Tylor Hawley of Stanwood, Grandparents Richard Hawley & Liz Balas, Tom Hooper and the late Marlys Hooper, MaryAnn Mallahan and the late Mat Mallahan, aunts and uncles; Tami and Greg Eiford, the late Dianne Hawley Mosier, Brian and Christy Hawley, Jim and Diane Mallahan, the late Mat Mallahan and Cheryl, Tim and Paula Mallahan, Michael Mallahan, David Mallahan and Marcia Mallahan, cousins; Greg, Austin, Max, Zach, Isaac, Mitch, Selina, Mark, Meghan, Maddie and Kelsey and numerous great aunts, uncles, second cousins. And friends. Robby will be best remembered for his enthusiasm for life, the love he had for his family and friends and his big white smile. A Vigil Service will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Tues Aug 1 at 7 p.m. Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bellingham on Wed August 2 at 2 p.m. followed by a reception in the Parish Hall.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jul 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HAXTON, Nellie, 94 who has lived with her daughter, Mrs. Charles McInnes, of Pleasant Valley for the past 20 years or more and with a son and daughter in Montana, passed away May 29 at a Bellingham rest home. Mrs. Haxton had been ill for some time. She was born in Indiana and had lived in Washington for 50 years. Besides Mrs. McInnes she is survived by another daughter, Mrs. Guy Mayberry and a son, Charles Haxton, of Floweree, Mont. Ten grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were held May 31 in the Monroe mortuary in Ferndale with the Rev. C. G. Albertson officiating. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Blaine Journal, June 7, 1951) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

HAY, Sheila Flora (McDonald) of Bellingham, WA, passed away June 13, 2002. She was born March 8, 1921 in Greenwich, England to Donald and Sophia (Spicer) Hay. She attended college in London, England where she received a bronze medal for piano and silver medal for dancing at Royal College of Music, and certificates for art at Royal Drawing Society. Sheila married Frank Brazkiewicz in London in 1948 and came to the U. S. A. in 1960. She taught art at Whatcom Community College, had some experience in radio and television, and helped produce "Spring Revue" at the Mount Baker Theatre. She was a volunteer for many organizations including the Crisis Clinic, Church of the Assumption and the Harvest Festival. She enjoyed painting, poetry, pie making, and using her generosity with her time and skills to work to help others in their lives. Preceded in death by her husband, Frank, and son Pete Hay. She is survived by two sons, Don Hay and wife Cindy of Bellingham, Doug Hay and wife Sandy of Ferndale; daughter Patty Saulsbury of Bellingham; daughter-in-law Mary Hay of Bellingham; 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Church of the Assumption Wednesday June 19, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Center.

HAYDEN, Evelyn J. - Funeral services for Evelyn J. Hayden, age 70, of 2322 James St. will be Thur. Feb. 6, at 1 pm at Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen, Central Lutheran Church officiating. Interment Bayview Cemetery. Mrs. Hayden passed away Feb. 1, 1986. She is survived by her husband Carl, daughter Dolores & husband Robert Ford of Ontario, OR, 2 granddaughters Lori Ford & Susan Burgraff & 2 grandchildren. She has been a resident of B'ham most of her life and was a former member of the Squalicum Yacht Club & the U.S. Power Squadron. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.
Submitted by Debbie deHoog

HAYES, Harold Richard, age 62 who resided at 1504 James Street, passed away at his residence Aug. 2, 1980. He was a life time resident of Bellingham and was a veteran of WWII and was employed by Fred Meyers. He leaves to survive his wife Alice Hayes of Bellingham; 2 sons, Rory Shane Hayes of Lynnwood; Timothy Patrick Hayes of Alaska; 3 daughters, Sandra Diane Spurling; Terrie Ann Hayes; Beth Susan Gates; all of Bellingham; 6 grandchildren; 3 brothers, Earl Hayes of Ferndale; John Hayes of Acme; George Hayes of Custer; 2 sisters, Patricia Sherrah of Bellingham; Ruth Cook of Seattle; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wed. Aug. 6 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Cecil Moe officiating at the Veroske, Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HAYES, Kelly Nelson, age 28, formerly of Bellingham and currently living in Long Beach, CA, passed away Sun., Feb. 9, 1997, in Long Beach, CA due to a car accident. He was born May 21, 1968, in Bellingham to Nelson and Kathleen (Sorenson) Hayes and was a Whatcom County resident until 1985. He attended Carl Cozier Elementary School, Whatcom Middle School, Bellingham High School, and Sehome High School. He moved to Long Beach, CA where he graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School. Mr. Hayes worked for Prietive Group delivering automobiles throughout the United States. His hobbies included gold, bodybuilding, bowling, and loved parakeets. Survived by his father Pete Hayes of Bellingham; mother, Kathleen Hayes of Bellingham; 3 sisters, Cari Jones of Bellingham, Christie Ivie & husband Ken of Long Beach, CA, and Carla Millman & husband Joe of Custer; grandparents: Earl & Elsie Hayes of Ferndale, Marge & August Burr and Inez & Jim Berg all of Bellingham; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other family members. A private family burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. A memorial service will be held Wed., Feb. 19, 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Bob Marvel officiating.

HAYES, Nelson Elroy "Pete" Hayes, age 62 of Bellingham, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2002 at his home in Bellingham. He was born July 23, 1940 in Bellingham to Earl Hayes and Marjorie Burr and was a Whatcom County resident since birth. He attended Custer Elementary School and graduated from Ferndale High School. Pete retired in 2001 after 40 years of service from Cascade Natural Gas. His hobbies included bowling, hunting, golfing and volunteering his time as a junior bowling coach at Park Bowl. Pete was, recently inducted into the Whatcom County Bowling Hall of Fame. Pete is preceded in death by his father, Earl Hayes of Bellingham; brother, Donald Hayes, and son, Kelly Hayes. He is survived by his mother, Marjorie Burr of Bellingham; stepmother, Elsie Hayes of Ferndale, three daughters, Cari Jones and Mike Florence of Bellingham, Christie Ivie and husband Ken of Long Beach, California, and Carla Millman and husband, Joe of Custer; brother, Willie Hayes and wife Doris of Bellingham; stepbrother, Gary Berg and wife Linda of Ferndale; three sisters-in-law, Barbara Johnson, Noreen Cooper and Lori Adderley all of Bellingham; granddaughter, Nicole Jones and great grandson, Dylan; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other family members. A family and friends memorial service and burial will be held at Greenacres memorial Park on Friday, August 9 at 2:00 p.m. with a reception to follow. Visitation will be Thursday, August 8 from 12-8 p.m. and Friday, August 9 from 9 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. at Greenacres. Pete was a kind, generous and caring person. He was helpful, fun to be around and loved dearly by his family and friends. We are all better people for having known him. We love you Pete.
(From the Bellingham Herald of August 6, 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HAYES, Theodore R. of 6173 Venus Place, Ferndale, passed away at home with his family nearby on May 24, 2006 at the age of 73. He was born to Theodore and Reta Hayes in Sumas. He served in the army. He was in Korea and Japan. He worked for Oeser Cedar Co. for 20 years, treating light poles and telephone poles. He loved to go fishing and hunting. Also, he enjoyed bowling tournaments and any bowling event. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Hayes and Delores Benson, and his parents, Ted and Reta Hayes. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Hayes, sons Robert Daniel (Dan) and Jason and wife Dahrys Hayes; 3 grandchildren, Kody, Colin and Al Hayes; brothers Edward and wife Judy Hayes, Fred, Robert and wife Lyn Hayes, William (Bill); sisters Doreen Hanson, Linda Brown, and Donna Titus; several nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. He had two very special friends, James Lewis Mezo and Donald J. Wolfe. Services will be at Triumph Lutheran Church, Ferndale, on June 10 at 11 a.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Jun 2006, Mon) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HAYES, Virginia - Visitation for Virginia "Freddy" Hayes of Marysville will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with Jim Gerwing officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Hayes died at home Thursday, April 3, 1997. She was 80. Born July 14, 1916, in Minot, N.D., to George Benjamin and Blanche E. Hodge, she lived in Whatcom County until she moved to Snohomish County three years ago. A licensed practical nurse, she worked at Providence Hospital in Everett. Mrs. Hayes taught dance and enjoyed horses. During the 1950s, she was a member of The Leatherettes, a Bellingham Equestrian club. She was preceded in death by a son, Ronald F. Rhoades, and her sister, Shirley P. Klein. Survivors include sons Michael R. Hayes of Voorhees, N.J., and Patrick R. Hayes of Marysville; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

HAYNIE, James Lawrence, born in Bellingham on June 4, 1905, died December 27, 1997 in Seattle at Foss Home. Son of James B. J. Haynie and Lily M. Haynie. Preceding him in death were his wife Eleanor Haynie, daughter Loraine Haynie Molleston, sisters Mable Ewing, Elizabeth DePastel, Marie Bakke. He is survived by his son Rich Haynie, niece Betty Ewing, grandchildren Robert Molleston, Rhetta Ann Fisk, Kealan Haynie, Morgan Haynie and great granddaughter Alexandra Molleston. Larry Haynie opened H & H Sporting Goods in 1944 and ran it with his best friend and business partner, Art Huggins for 28 years. He will be remembered for his love of the hunting & fishing and great sense of humor. Larry had over come cancer in the 1970's. Graveside services will be at Bayview Cemetery, Tuesday, December 30, 1997 at 2 p.m. Arrangement by Westford Funeral Home.

HAYWOOD, Dorothy P., age 86, of Bellingham passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. She was born January 15, 1920 in Seattle, Washington to her parents Arthur L. and Reba D. (Foster) Bailey and was raised in Whatcom County. Dorothy was a member of Black Mountain Ranch of Deming, Bellingham Aerie #31, F.O.E., where she was a member of the Lady Eagles Drill Team and the Ladies Auxiliary. She loved playing cards especially with her grand kids, crocheting, gardening and dancing. Dorothy will be dearly missed by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband Albert Haywood in 1985. Dorothy is survived by three daughters Roberta Pace and her husband Paul of Bellingham, Una Benson of Deming, Gayle Pinkey and her husband Bill of Deming; two sons Arthur R. Zollatz of Largo, Florida, Richard E. Zollatz and his wife Kathleen of Maple Falls; two sisters Marjorie Davis and her husband Orland of Hawaii, Carol Potter of Bellingham; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and many friends. A Celebration of Dorothy's Life will be held at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Dec 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HAZEL, Nelson age 25 of Birdsview, Skagit County passed away Mon. June 1, 1987 in Burlington as a result of an automobile accident. He was born Dec. 3, 1961 in Seattle. He was a 1980 graduate of Concrete High School & a 1986 graduate of Skagit Valley College. He had been employed as a cook by Denny's Restaurant in Mt. Vernon; was an avid basketball player in high school, community college & in local industrial leagues. Surviving are his parents, Linda & Percy Hazel of home; 2 brothers & 1 sister-in-law Steven & Judy Hazel of B'ham, Dan Hazel of home; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Paul (Elfrieda) Van Liew of B'ham; paternal grandparents, Nelson & Lucille Hazel of B'ham; paternal great grandmother, Martha Robertson of Newbury Park, CA; 1 niece & numerous aunts, uncles & cousins. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tues., June 9th at the Concrete Community Bible Church, Rev. John Tomei of the Bethel Evangelical Church, Vashon officiating. Interment will follow in the Concrete Cemetery under direction of Hulbush Funeral Home, Burlington.

HAZELTON, Earle Sidney - A memorial gathering for Earle Sidney Hazelton of Bellingham will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at his daughter's home at 1121 Raymond St. His ashes will be placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Hazelton died Saturday, Dec. 20, 1997, at St. Francis Extended Health Care. He was 84. Born May 23, 1913, to Sidney and Bernice Brown Hazelton in San Diego, he lived in Whatcom County since 1917. He married Melbourne Anne McGrath Aug. 2, 1937, in Montesano. Mr. Hazelton was a bus driver for Greyhound Bus Lines and logged more than one million miles without an accident. He also drove for the Bellingham School District. A member of Teamster Union Local No. 231 and Knights of Pythias Lodge, Mr. Hazelton was a car enthusiast and enjoyed golfing and gardening. Survivors include his wife of Bellingham, daughter Mary Anne Radder of Bellingham, two grandchildren and numerous other relatives.

HAZELTON, Melbourne Anne - A graveside service for Melbourne Anne Hazelton of Bellingham will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park, with her nephew, Jim Coleman, officiating. A luncheon will follow at 1121 Raymond St. Mrs. Hazelton died Monday, Sept. 13, 1999, at her home. She was 87. Born Aug. 11, 1912, to George Bryden and Rose (Lehman) McGrath in Sumas, she had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident and was a Sumas-Nooksack High School graduate. Mrs. Hazelton worked as a stenographer for the Washington state Department of Labor and Industry. On Aug. 2, 1937, she married Earl S. Hazelton in Montesano. He died in 1997. She loved music and attended many musical performances and loved photography and collecting pictures. She enjoyed traveling with her husband through the Pacific Northwest and Canada and she enjoyed driving to local cafes to meet with friends. Her brother, Harold Bryden "Mac" McGrath, preceded her in death. Survivors include daughter Mary Anne Radder of Bellingham, sister Arlene Coleman of Ferndale, brother Edward Virol "Bub" McGrath of Lacey, three grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.

HAZEN, Adella M., age 84, lifelong resident of Whatcom Co., died January 27, 1997 at St. Francis Ext. Health Care. She was born July 9, 1912 in Concrete, WA to Frank and Jennie (Oakes) Halliday. She was a graduate of Whatcom High School and married Virgil Hazen in Bellingham during World War II. He preceded her in death in 1958. Mrs. Hazen worked at St. Francis Ext. Health Care for 20 years. She was a member of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. She enjoyed taking guitar lessons at the senior activity center. Mrs. Hazen was a devoted mother and wife. Survived by a son, Clinton Hazen of Bellingham, and friend Sheila Hayes of Bellingham. Funeral services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel 1:30 p.m. Friday January 31, 1997. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

HAZEN, Thomas Arthur, "Tom," 40, a 10 year resident of Bellingham, WA, died after a brief stay at his sister and brother-in-laws home in Lacey, WA. He died Feb. 15, 1997 of cancer. He was born Feb. 27, 1956, in Everett, WA to Arthur Gail Hazen and Retha Marie Vasicko Hazen. He graduated from Pilchuck High School in Marysville, WA in 1974 and served our country in the Air Force from 1974-1982. Mr. Hazen was a member of Assumption Catholic Church in Bellingham, WA. He was employed by Towner Printing of Bellingham at the time of his death, but we would also like to acknowledge his former employers, Print & Copy Factory, also of Bellingham. Tom "Tomcat" took pleasure in life. He enjoyed bowling, pool, darts, music and dancing. He was also an avid reader. His greatest joy was his daughter, Hilary J. Hazen, and he was extremely proud to be chosen as godfather to Jennifer, Alicia and Lee Durbin. Tom loved his family and friends. He is survived by his grandmother, Garnett Vasicko, of Tacoma, WA; his mother and stepfather, Retha M. and Harley S. Baird of Sultan, WA; his daughter, Hilary J. Hazen of Fairchild Air Force Base, Spokane, WA; a sister and her husband, William K. and Linda M. Wieland, of Lacey, WA; two brothers and their wives, Michael B. and Kimberly L. Hazen, and James E. and Eleanor G. Hazen, all of Marysville. He was also blessed with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews as well as his godchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Arthur G. Hazen. A Service celebrating Tom's life memorial will begin at 10:00 a.m. Sat. Feb. 22 at the home of Mike & Kim Hazen, 9314 50th Ave. N.E., Marysville, WA. Father Jim of Assumption Catholic Church of Bellingham will officiate. Honorary pallbearers chosen are Andrew Adams, Vernon Barton, Bill Wieland, Mike Hazen, Jim Hazen & Les Durbin.

HEAL, Henry C., age 78, passed away at the family home, 2807 Sunset Drive, Sunday, Aug. 17, (1958). Mr. Heal had resided in this community for the past 56 years, for 41 years had been associated with the First National Bank (Seattle 1st National); was a member of the Bellingham Rotary Club and past president; was past district governor of Rotary International; was a member and past master of Whatcom Lodge No. 151 and was a member of Fairhaven Lodge No. 73, F.&A.M. Mr. Heal had been a very active member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, and had been associated with his sister-in-law, Miss Rebecca Fravel and Mrs. Blanche Tanner in the operation of "The Fravels" china shop. The remains will lie in state at the Jones Funeral Home. Services will be conducted from St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Father W. Robert Webb officiating, Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place Bay View.

HEAL, Lottie M., passed away Wednesday, December 29, (1943) following a two month illness. Mrs. Heal had been a resident of Bellingham for the past forty-five years and was a member of the St. Paul's Episcopal Church and the Women of Rotary. She is survived by her husband, Henry C. Heal, two sisters, Mrs. T. De Witt Tanner and Miss Rebekah Fravel, all of Bellingham, and one brother, Nason Fravel of Blanchard, Wash. Her remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. E. B. Cannon Smith within St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Friday, December 31, at 3 p.m. Final resting place, Bay View Cemetery.

HEATON, George Nelson, 86, of 2801 Orleans street, passed away at his home Friday (February 19, 1943). A millwright by trade, Mr. Heaton had resided in Bellingham forty-one years. He was a member of the Garden Street Methodist church. Surviving relatives are the widow, Bethany P. Heaton, at home; three sons, Harry, of Bremerton; Ogle, city, and Robert, of Los Angeles; a daughter, Edith May Ecker, city; a brother, Robert, of Parsons, Kansas; eleven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. The body is at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth. Announcements will be made later.

HEATON, Kathleen M. – At her request, there will be no services for Kathleen Maureen Heaton of Bellingham. Mrs. Heaton died Friday, June 2, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 86. Born Aug 28, 1913 to Thomas and Elmore Whelan in Brockton, Mass., she had lived in Whatcom County for the past 12 years. Survivors include sons George L. Heaton Jr. and Warren R. Heaton, both of Columbia Falls, Mont.; one grandchild; and two great- grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HEAVILIN, Milton Lewis "Milt" age 100, passed away on October 10, 2002. He was born on December 14, 1901 in Kirksville, MO to George and Eva (Holland) Heavilin. Milt was a resident of Whatcom County since 1934, and was a charter member of Faith Lutheran Church. He had also worked as manager at a meat market for many years, and was a member of the meat cutters union for over 30 years. He was preceded in death by three brothers; and his wife Mary in August 1996. Milt is survived by his daughter Shirley Walden; grandchildren Cindy Partington, Robert Hegnauer, and Dan Hegnauer; great-granddaughter Jordon; brothers Wesley Heavilin and Oral Heavilin; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Monday, October 14, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church. Reverend R. L. Christianson will officiate. A private family burial will precede the service at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HEBERT, Terrie Ann, age 3 1/2 months, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howard F. Hebert III, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, Nov. 7, (1962) at 1303 Portal Drive. Besides her parents she leaves to survive her sister, Tina Marie, also her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Howard F. Hebert Jr. of Louisiana; her grandmother, Althea Nelson of Bellingham; her grandfather, Charles Ogden of Oregon; also numerous other relatives. Graveside services were conducted on Thursday, Nov. 8, at 11 a.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park, under the direction of Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home.

HEBNER, Evelyn E. died July 16, 2006 in Bellingham, WA, at the age of 89. She was born in 1916 to Ernest and Laura Yates in Coyote, CA. She lived most of her life in the San Francisco Bay Area and the Sacramento Valley. Evelyn moved to Bellingham 14 years ago to enjoy its beauty, ambience, and healthy life style. She was never sick in Bellingham. She will be remembered as an accomplished wife, mother, pacifist, humanitarian, Cook, Gardener, Naturalist, and friend to all who knew her. She was a caregiver and had a charitable heart. Evelyn married Col. Roger H. Hebner (USAF Ret.) in 1967, and they spent nearly thirty-seven years together before his death in 2003. They traveled extensively outside the US and enjoyed visiting family and friends all across North America. Evelyn worked for many years as a secretary and court stenographer. After her retirement she went back to school to develop her skills as an artist. She received a BA in studio art from Sacramento State University. Evelyn is survived by her sons Lawrence K. Nordell and wife Sarah (Bellingham, WA), John P. Locke and wife Halie (Portland, OR) Michael P. Locke and wife Joan (Camarillo, CA) and Clifford W. Locke (Hendersonville, NC), step-daughter Mary Ann Clark and husband Robert (Redding, CA), step-sons Lee Hebner (Redding, CA), Anthony Hebner and wife Pamela (Santa Rosa, CA), and Roger M. Hebner, niece Lorene Johnston and husband Ray (Lawrenceville, GA), as well as twenty grandchildren and a growing group of great grandchildren. The family wishes to thank the staff at St. Francis for their wonderful care of Evelyn. Arrangements are pending.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Jul 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HECOCK, Forrest Elwin, age 87, of Bellingham, WA died on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2002 at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. Born October 26, 1914 in Stillwater, ND, son of Clarence and Myrtle Hecock, he was the last survivor of ten siblings. When very young, the family moved to Wisconsin Dells, WI, where Forrest was raised. He joined the Navy and eventually married Norma Wolfe, and they raised seven children. After his discharge from the Navy, Forrest worked at several jobs in and around Bellingham, including 17 years for the Bellingham Street Department. He moved to California in 1969 where he worked in maintenance at the White Memorial Hospital in Los Angeles and Kings View Hospital in Reedley, CA. While in Los Angeles, he met and married Lillian Bavery. After retiring, they returned to live in Whatcom County in 1979. Forrest enjoyed gardening and music and sang in choirs and quartets throughout his life. He also liked to laugh and tease. He was a member of the Ferndale Seventh-Day Adventist Church. He is survived by his wife, Lillian; three sons and four daughters, Gary and wife Judy of Dayton, WA; Mark and wife Kim of West Linn, OR, Allen of Bellingham, WA, Wilda and husband Dean Rouse of Custer, WA; Kay Smith of Custer, WA; Karen and husband Bruce Cowin of Lynden, WA, and Paula and husband Ray Gulliford of Gates, OR; step-son, Vern Bavery; step-daughter, Dr. Lorraine Rose; plus numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at(sic) Friday, February 8th at 1:00 p.m. at the Ferndale Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Pastor Rick Moyer officiating. Arrangements by Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium.

HEDBURG, Gertrude Hess Zwaschka October 20, 1910, Cleveland, Ohio; August 18, 1991, Portland, Oregon. Funeral Services were held Thursday, August 22, 1991 - 1:00 p.m. She leaves behind two sons, Jim Zwaschka of Salem, Oregon, and Kenith (sic) Zwaschka of Portland, Oregon; six sisters, Esther LaFave of Ferndale, Rachel Hannah of Everson, Ruth Harris of Corning, CA, Alice Ligocki of Bellingham, Florence Haner of Wickersham, Ena Jane Halland of Lummi Shore Rd., and one brother Jack Hess of Everson.

HEDBERG, Gretchen, of Bellingham, WA, passed away July 12, 2002 at her residence. She was 107. Gretchen was born January 14, 1895 in Aurora, IL to Adam and Mary (Peetz) Schoeberlein. She obtained her schooling in Aurora, IL and Daytona Beach, FL. Gretchen was a life member of Eastern Star Sehome Chapter and First Methodist Church. She was a member of Bellingham Senior Center and Button Club of Seattle. She enjoyed stamp collecting, sewing, cooking, reading and traveling. It was Gretchen who named "Blossom Time" which is now Ski to Sea. She liked to share her memories of knowing John D. Rockefeller, Sr., sitting on the church piano bench with Irving Berlin in Aurora, IL, of her grandmother who was a cook and nurse, was a good friend of Abraham Lincoln, and how her father, Adam, was the fire chief of Aurora for many years. Gretchen was known for her youthfulness. She loved the Lord and her family very much. "Gogo" will be deeply missed by all. Preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Day Hedberg; a sister, Ella Leins and a brother, Earl Schoeberlein. Survived by her daughter, Marjorie and husband William Masters of Bellingham; granddaughters, Mary and husband Dean Romond and Heidi Unick all of Ferndale; great-granddaughters, Amy and Carrie Unick of Ferndale; great- grandsons, Nathan and Sean Romond of Ferndale. Memorial services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel, 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2002.

HEDLUND, Lester LeRoy – A final farewell and private celebration of life for Lester LeRoy Hedlund of Bellingham will be held during the Hedlund family reunion picnic later this month. His remains will be scattered at a later date. Mr. Hedlund died of congestive heart failure on Friday, June 16, 2000 at his home. He was 83. Born April 15, 1917 to Charles and Marie Hedlund at their home in Mount Vernon, he was raised in Skagit County where he attended Harmony Grade School in West Mount Vernon. He graduated from Union High School in 1935. On Aug 31, 1940 he married Dorothy Mae Wager and they moved to Seattle. Mr. Hedlund worked as a smelter for Bethlehem Steel during World War II, before relocating to Mount Vernon with his family and entering the painting trade. On Aug 16, 1949, he married Helene Whitaker and they moved to Bellingham. A truth seeker all his life, he became a student and teacher of science, religion, history and archaeology. His second wife, Helene, died previously. Survivors include daughter Judith Ann Rolston of Anacortes; son Raymond Charles Thomas of Marysville; sisters Mildred Ytterdal of Seattle, Helen Chatlien of Santa Cruz, Calif., and Carol Bell of Concord, Calif.; brothers Maurice Hedlund of Snohomish, Virgil and Stanley Hedlund, both of Everett, and Richard Hedlund of Stockton, Calif.; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Kern Funeral Home of Mount Vernon.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jul 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HEDRICK, Neil Wesley, age 91, of 3138 W. Alderwood, Bellingham, passed away Mon., Mar. 24, 1997, at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. He was born Jan. 13, 1906, in Raymond, WA to Henry and Bertha (Fisch) Hedrick and had been a Whatcom County resident for the past 54 years. He married Anna Bergstrom on July 20, 1939, in Tacoma and served in the U.S. Army during WWII in the Engineers Combat Corps. He was a member of the Wm. Matthews Post #1585, V.F.W.; Disabled American Veterans, Chapter #19; and Carpenters & Joiners Local #756 of Bellingham. Mr. Hedrick loved fishing, photography, and reading. Survived by his wife of 58 years, Anna Hedrick of the family home; sisters, Elinor Wells of Seattle and Ruth Belch of Yakima; brother, Donald Hedrick of Davis, CA; and numerous other family members. At Mr. Hedrick's request, there will be no service. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.

HEERINGA, Herman - Visitation for Herman Heeringa, lifelong Lynden resident, will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Friday at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be at 10:15 a.m. Friday in Monumenta Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. at First Christian Reformed Church with the Rev. Ananda Perera officiating. Mr. Heeringa died Tuesday, Sept. 16, 1997, at Touch of Country Adult Care Home in Sumas. He was 84. Born Aug. 27, 1913, to Thomas and Zena Assink Heeringa in Lynden, he attended Lynden Christian schools. After serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II, Mr. Heeringa operated a dairy farm on Benson Road. He married Gertrude Scholten on March 5, 1946, in Lynden. She died in 1985. Mr. Heeringa was a member and former elder of First Christian Reformed Church. He enjoyed reading. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by brothers Henry, Lewis and Tom Heeringa and sister Dena VanderKooi. Survivors include sons Jim Heeringa of Sumas, Harold Heeringa and Marvin Heeringa, both of Lynden, and Les Heeringa of Kalamazoo, Mich.; daughters Marlys Heeringa of Lynden and Sena deJager and Elsie Bakker, both of Abbotsford, B.C.; brothers Peter Heeringa and Gerrit "Bud" Herringa, both of Lynden; sisters Sadie Radder of Sumas and Hermina Haveman of Lynden; 23 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

HEGGEM, Aleceia Lynne - Visitation for Aleccia (sic) Lynne' Heggem of Bellingham will be from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Memorial Park followed by a memorial service at 3 p.m. at First Christian Church with the Rev. Richard Talley officiating. Mrs. Heggem died Tuesday, June 24, 1997, She was 30. Born April 18, 1967, to Rodney and Linda Martin Rathjen in Bellingham, she graduated from Mount Baker High School in 1985. She married Eric Heggem on June 20, 1989, in Las Vegas. Mrs. Heggem was a member of First Christian Church. She was preceded in death by brother Trevor Rathjen. Survivors include her husband and son Collin Heggem of Bellingham; her father of Bellingham; her mother, Linda Struck, of Portland, Ore.; brother Tim Rathjen of Bellingham; grandfather Jesse Martin of Bellingham; and numerous other relatives.

HEISNER, Evelyn K. - A private family service for Evelyn K. Heisner of Bellingham will be today with the Rev. Scott Brents officiating. Mrs. Heisner died of cancer Tuesday, Feb 8, 2000 at Virginia Mason Hospital in Seattle. She was 63. Born Aug 22, 1936, to Martin and Sophie Kuehl in New York City, she attended schools in Bayside, NY and graduated from Bayside High School. On June 7, 1957, she married Robert I. Heisner in Annapolis, Md. They moved to Florida, then Texas, then California, before returning to Maryland. They moved again to California and back to Maryland. In 1997, they moved to Bellingham. Survivors include her husband of the family home; son Robert Heisner of Maryland; daughters Suzanne Fischer of Bellingham and Joanne Winjum of Ferndale; six grandchildren; one niece; and one nephew. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HEITZMAN, Rebecca G. - Visitation for Rebecca G. Heitzman of Everson will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at Gillies Funeral Home followed by a funeral at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Steve Frieswick officiating. Mrs. Heitzman died Sunday, Dec. 14, 1997. She was 80. Born Jan. 30, 1917, to Charles and Hilda Leppala Koski in Virginia, Minn., she moved to Washington in 1941. She married Russell Heitzman June 12, 1943, in Bremerton. He died in 1985. Mrs. Heitzman lived in Hood River, McMinnville, and Colton, Ore., before moving to Whatcom County in 1992. She was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Hood River and of the Home Extension Club for many years. She enjoyed cooking, reading and growing house plants. Mrs. Heitzman was preceded in death by sisters, Violet Hoglund and Lillian Sy and brother Clyde Koski. Survivors include daughter Mary Branham of Everson, sons Steven Heitzman of Portland, Ore., and John Heitzman of Mill City, Ore., and one grandchild.

HELD, Helen J. of Ryderwood died Tuesday, May 20, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 83. Services will be held later. She was born March 17, 1914, to Gustav and Adriette Hawley Schiller in Seattle. Mrs. Held was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary and enjoyed sewing, oil painting, knitting and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Held, in 1991. Survivors include son Rick Paylor of Issaquah, daughter Claudette Webster of Portland, Ore., four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HELGATH, Edith Lou, "DeDe" age 47, of 131 E. Cedar Drive, Lynden passed away suddenly Wed., Sept. 15, (1976). A life time resident of Whatcom County, she along with her husband, Jim had operated the Lynden Sears Catalog Store for the past nine years. Mrs. Helgath was a member of the Lynden United Methodist Church, the Gamma Orthopedic Guild, was past president of the Lynden Jaycee wives and past worthy advisor of the Lynden Rainbow Assembly No. 70. She was married to James Helgath on March 19, 1950 in Lynden. Besides her husband, James; she is survived by two sons, Gregory and Douglas; a daughter, Myla all of the family home; her mother, Mrs. George Manner of Bellingham and a brother, Mr. Lowell Manner of Redwood City, Calif. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, Sept. 17 at 2 p.m. in the Lynden United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Services are under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.

HELGATH, James "Jim" age 77, passed away in Lynden on Thursday, February 9, 2006. He was born on January 13, 1929, to Paul and Orel (Jackman) Helgath in Northwood, WA (Lynden). Jim attended Northwood Elementary School and graduated from Lynden High School. He married Edith (Dede) Manner on March 19, 1951. Soon after marriage, Jim left to serve in the Army during the Korean War. When he returned, he worked for Valley Motor Chevrolet and at LTI as a mechanic. His next business venture, together with his wife Dede, was reestablishing the Sears Catalog Store in Lynden, where he was a highly regarded business. Dede preceded Jim in death in 1976. He retired from the business in 1985. Jim was involved in the Lynden community in many ways. He was a volunteer fire fighter for 30 years, reaching the rank of captain. Jim was past president of both the Lynden Jaycees, and the Lynden Chamber of Commerce. He was also a charter member of the Mt. Baker Rotary Club. Jim married Donna Waldemar on May 10, 1980. The couple moved out to Sandy Point where Jim enjoyed boating, crabbing and claming. He and Donna were season ticket holders and avid fans of the U.W. Huskies football team. They were also members of the Bellingham Golf and Country Club, where Jim enjoyed spending time golfing and socializing. Jim is survived by his wife, Donna, children Greg Helgath of Lynden, Doug (Jani) Helgath of Lynden, Myla (Larry) Musselwhite of Ferndale, stepchildren Richard (Tami) Waldemar of Lynden and Cindy (Jeff) Huleatt of Arlington, 11 grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. A casual outdoor celebration of Jim's life will be held at Jim and Donna's home at 4045 Salt Spring Drive, Sandy Point, on Thursday, February 16, 2006, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Moles Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Lynden.

HELLGREN, Thelma Galbraith, formerly of Acme, died Saturday, Oct. 18, 1997, in Port Angeles. She was 83. At her request, no service will be held. Burial will be in Saxon Cemetery. Born April 3, 1914, to Will and Hursel Galbraith in Acme, she graduated from Mount Baker High School in 1932. Mrs. Hellgren was a member of Acme Presbyterian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert. Survivors include son Bill Hellgren of Woodland, Calif., daughter Nancy Mills of Littleton, Colo., and sister Maude Hendry of Bellingham.

HELLYER, Marie Irene - Services for Marie Irene Hellyer, 66, a former Bellingham schoolteacher, will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Acme Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Tom Tweedie officiating. Mrs. Hellyer of 2087 Valley Highway, Acme, died Wednesday (April 26, 1989). She was born Feb. 18, 1923, in Seattle, and had been a Whatcom County resident for 35 years. She grew up in Ketchikan, Alaska, and moved to Bellingham in 1941, where she attended Western Washington University. She received her bachelor's degree in education in 1945, and taught in Auburn, Burlington and Bellingham schools from then until 1953. She loved quilting and was a member of the Roeder and Evergreen Quilters. Survivors include her husband, Glen; a daughter, Margaret Hellyer of Bellingham; two sons, Glen and Jon Hellyer, both of Seattle; her mother, Gertrude Michalsen of Seattle; two brothers, Ivar Eines of Edmonds and Thorlief Michalsen of Seattle; two sisters, Johanna Close of Ketchikan and Selma Snaring of Seattle; one grandson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HEMMEN, Paul George, age 62, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 1997 in Bellingham. He was born to George and Johanna (Fredrickson) Hemmen September 14, 1934, in St. Louis, MO. Mr. Hemmen was a resident of Whatcom County for 26 years. He married Susan Doerman of November 10, 1962 in St. Louis, MO. Mr. Hemmen was preceded in death by his father George Hemmen in 1989. Survived by: wife Susan Hemmen of Bellingham, WA; son, James Hemmen of Bellingham, WA; son Daniel Hemmen of Portland, OR; son, Anthony Hemmen of Bellingham, WA; daughter, Christina Hemmen of Seattle, WA; sister, Marion Hixson of St. Louis, MO; mother, Johanna Hemmen, of St. Louis, MO; in addition he has five nieces and nephews; three aunts and one uncle. Mr. Hemmen was a manufacturing management consultant with the Oliver Wight Co. and a former Vice-President with Uniflite, Inc. He was formerly with the Emerson Electric Co., St. Louis, MO and McDonald Douglas, at St. Louis, MO as a project planner for NASA space projects. He holds a B.S. in Brusiness Administration from Washington University, St. Louis, MO. Mr. Hemmen was active in the Boy Scouts of America, serving as Committee Chairman of Troop 40 for 20 years and District Chairman for the Mount Baker area council. He served in the Sacred Heart Church Parish Council. He was a Rotary and Kiwanis Club member. In addition, he served on the board of the Whatcom Psychaitric and Counseling Clinic, and the United Way of Whatcom County. He served on the President's Circle at WWU and the university's business school advisory board. He helped design and create WWU's new Manufacturing Management degree. Future students will be recognized through a scholarship award from the Oliver Wight Co. established by Mr. Hemmen. In his spare time he enjoyed the following hobbies with his family; boating in the San Juans, fishing in oceans and lakes, woodworking in his shop, hiking and camping in the local Cascade mountains. He truly loved skiing, locally and taking ski trips to places like Whistler, B.C., Mt. Bachelor, Bend, OR and Vail, CO. He loved to travel to places such as Hawaii, Cancun, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bavaria, Germany. His true love was in the art of Jazz music. Often time you would find him playing his favorite instruments, the clarinet and the tenor saxophone, or listening to his wide collection of music. A Vigil Service will he held Sunday, July 13, 1997, 7 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, with a Funeral Mass, Monday, July 14, 1997 11 a.m. Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1111 14th Street, in Bellingham. Arrangements made by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HEMPLE, Bruce Calvin, Rev. - Visitation for the Rev. Bruce Calvin Hemple will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and 10:30 a.m. to noon Tuesday at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be in Monumenta Cemetery at 1 p.m. Wednesday, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at New Life Fellowship. The Rev. Hemple died Friday, Dec. 5, 1997, near Ferndale. He was 68. Born Nov. 10, 1929, in Alameda, Calif., to Jerry and Martha Hemple, he attended Calvin College in Michigan. He joined the U.S. Army, served two years and returned to Calvin College and Seminary. He married Beatrice Shurman on July 18, 1952, in California. The Rev. Hemple spent 26 years as an Army chaplain. He retired from the military in 1977 and moved to Lynden. He became pastor of Wiser Lake Chapel and director of Project Hope, spending the next 14 years ministering to his congregation and helping needy people. He again retired in 1991,but remained as a guest pastor at many churches. The Rev. Hemple served on the Lynden Community Center and Lynden Pioneer Museum boards of directors. He enjoyed serving his Lord and was regarded as a well respected member of the community. Survivors include his wife of Lynden; sister Bertha Verkaik of Michigan; sons Russell Hemple of Ferndale, Jerry Hemple of Lynden and Tim Hemple of Belfair; daughters Renda Hemple of Bellingham and Joy Moorlag of Lynden; eight grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

HENDERSON, Ben A. - A memorial service for Ben A. Henderson will begin 3 p.m. Wednesday at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with the Rev. James Stender officiating. A gathering for friends and family will follow at the church. Mr. Henderson died Friday, Nov. 28, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 79. Born Dec. 17, 1917, to Darie and Jessie Norine Henderson in Grand Junction, Colo., he lived in Bellingham for 44 years. A captain in Air Force Intelligence during World War II, he was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church and the Whatcom Museum of History and Art board. He also was past president of Bellingham Kiwanis Club and was active with United Way and the Salvation Army. Survivors include son Mark Henderson of Olympia, daughter Melinda A. Henderson of Bellingham, brother Richard Henderson of Denver and one grandson. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HENDERSON, George Russel - A family graveside service for George (Russ) Russel Henderson of Bellingham will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale, with the Rev. Peter L. Rhea officiating. Mr. Henderson died of colon cancer Tuesday, Nov. 23, 1999, at his home. He was 81. Born Feb. 10, 1918, in Winnipeg, Canada, he had been a local resident for 77 years and was a Whatcom High School graduate. Mr. Henderson served in the U.S. Army's 419 Signal Corps in the South Pacific from 1942 to 1945. On April 14, 1979, he married S. Jean Ross at Unity Church in Bellingham. Mr. Henderson worked as an assistant vice-president and general manager for the Bellingham branch of Seafirst Bank until his retirement in 1981. Mr. Henderson was a member of Bellingham Kiwanis and March of Dimes. His hobbies included golf and gardening. Survivors include his wife, of the family home; brother Howard L. Henderson of Bellingham; and one niece. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home of Ferndale.

HENDERSON, Jean Robertson, age 85, of 311 E. Sunset Dr., passed away Thurs., Sept. 29, (1977). A resident of this community for the past 56 years, Mrs. Henderson attended Immanuel Bible Church, was a life member of the Order of Eastern Star and a retired knitting instructress at Horn-Witson Department Store. Surviving 2 daughters, Mrs. Margaret Nelson, city and Mrs. Maybelle Moncrief of Port Angeles; 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Memorial service Sat., Oct. 1, 10:30 a.m. at Jones Funeral Home. Interment at Greenacres Memorial Park.

HENDERSON, Lillian Pierson, born Feb. 11, 1919 in Bellingham, Wash., passed away Dec. 11, 1998, Los Altos Hills, Calif. Beloved wife of Clarence C. Henderson, loving mother of Lynnea Libby, Oroville, Cal., Jeanne Henderson, Bellingham, Connie Ann Bernard, Cotter, Arkansas, Patricia Henderson of Sacramento, Cal. and Bert Henderson of Sunnyvale, Cal. Sister of Evelyn Arrigoni of Seattle and Kenneth Pierson of Bellingham. Adoring grandmother of 12 and great-grandmother of 2. Lillian had many fond memories of growing up in Bellingham and maintained childhood friendships throughout her life. After graduating from the University of Washington in nursing, Lillian continued her nursing career until retirement from Stanford University Hospital. She had a wide variety of interests, astute business woman, avid gardener, expert seamstress and voracious reader. There will be a graveside memorial at Greenacres Cemetery, Ferndale, Friday, July 2, 11 a.m. where her ashes together with her beloved husband's will be interred.

HENDERSON, Marian F., of Bellingham died Wednesday, Sept. 14, 1994, at her home. She was 72. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church with the Rev. James Stender officiating. Born July 29, 1922, to Clarence and Lillian William Bliesner in Lawrence, Kan., she lived in Whatcom County for 41 years. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi and Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and loved to cook, travel and collect antiques. Survivors include her husband, Ben A. Henderson, of the family home; son Mark Henderson of Olympia; daughter Melinda A. Henderson of Bellingham; brother Clarence A. "Bud" Bliesner Jr. of Bellingham; niece Debra Ann Bliesner of California and nephew David M. Bliesner of Florida. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

HENDERSON, Sherwood F. - A memorial gathering for Sherwood "Woody" Ford Henderson, a Bellingham native, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Seattle. Mr. Henderson died Wednesday, Jan 19, 2000, in Seattle. He was 75. Born Nov 30, 1924 to Manfred and Edith Henderson in Bellingham, he resided in Bellevue for 44 years. A graduate of Washington State University, he received a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and later worked at Boeing for 35 years. Mr. Henderson was an Air Force navigator, 1st lieutenant during World War II and served in the Air Force Reserves. He enjoyed spending time with family on their farm and at their summer home. His hobbies included gardening and do-it-yourself projects. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Henderson. She died June 1999. His survivors include his daughter Lynn; son Tom; brother Jack; and three grandchildren. Arrangements are by Bleitz Funeral Home in Seattle.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jan 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HENDERSON, Thomas M. (Scotty), age 69, of 308 E Sunset Dr., passed away in a local hospital Friday, November 27, (1959). Mr. Henderson had resided in Bellingham for the past 37 years; was a retired miner; was a gardener at the Bellingham High School for the past 7 years; was a member of Fairhaven Lodge No. 73, F & A. M.; had attended the Immanuel Bible Church. Survivors are his widow, Jean C., at home; two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Nelson, of this city and Mrs. Maybelle Moncrief, of Great Falls, Montana; 8 grandchildren; two brothers, James and William Henderson, both of Ontario, Canada; one sister in Scotland. The remains rest at the Jones Funeral Home where services will be conducted by the Rev. C. C. Hovda Monday, November 30 at 3 p.m. Final resting place, Greenacres Memorial Park.

HENDERSON, Violet E. - Funeral services for Vilot (sic) E. Henderson, of 2818 Old Fairhaven Parkway, will be held Thurs. Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home with R. L. Christensen, Pastor of Faith Lutheran Church, officiating. Private interment Evergreen Washelli, Seattle. Mrs. Henderson passed away Dec. 4, 1987. She was preceded in death by her husband Ralph and is survived by her sister, AnnaBell Hulford; brother-in-law, George Singer, both of Bellingham; numerous nieces & nephews. Mrs. Henderson had been a resident of Bellingham for several years and was a member of the Daughters of the Nile.

HENDRICKSON, Helen M., age 87, passed away May 6, 2005, in Bellingham. She was a graduate of St. Lukes School of Nursing and served in WWII and retired from St. Joseph Hospital after many years. Helen loved her summer home on Lopez Island, her dogs, fishing, clamming and every form of seafood. She also enjoyed her home on Northshore at Lake Whatcom. She had a variety of flowers and plants that bloomed all summer long. In years passed she was also a great bingo player. Helen is survived by her son Marc and his wife, Val; three grandchildren, Stephanie, Erica, Eric; sister-in-law, Masako Olson and also her close nephews and nieces. A Graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 11, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale with Rev. Glenn Newton officiating. Arrangements by Jerns Funeral Chapel and On-Site Crematorium, Sunset and James.

HENDRICKSON, John Edwin - A graveside service for John Edwin Hendrickson of San Clemente, Calif., will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Enterprise Cemetery with the Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Mr. Hendrickson died Friday, Jan. 10, 1997, in Mission Community Hospital in Mission Viejo, Calif. He was 41. Born Nov. 20, 1955, to Alfred and Helen Olson Hendrickson in Bellingham, he graduated from Sehome High School in 1974 and from Western Washington University in 1978. Mr. Hendrickson served in the U.S. Navy for four years and worked at Diablo Nuclear Plant in San Luis Obispo, Calif., for 13 years. Survivors include his mother and brother Mark Hendrickson, both of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HENDRICKSON, Reed G., ATC, USN Ret., of Oak Harbor, WA died in Seattle on Dec. 6, 2004. He was born July 29, 1954 in Cheyenne, WY to Grant and Lylias Hendrickson. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1972. Reed served in the U.S. Navy, retiring as a Chief. His military service included service in Vietnam and the Gulf War. Reed loved to cook, especially barbequing, he also loved to fish and dance. Reed was an avid sports watcher and made sure to cheer for the M's and Seahawks. He was an active member of the American Legion and the NRA. His quick wit, sense of humor and selfless personality will be greatly missed. His quick wit, sense of humor and selfless personality will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his father in 1970. He is survived by his mother Lylias of Bellingham, sisters Jana (Donis) Jeffs of Sedro Woolley and Rae Ann (David) Westman of Bellingham, partner Diane Starker of Oak Harbor and nieces Amy (Tim) Buecking, Leanne Gentry and Kristin Westman all of Bellingham. Family Graveside Services, with full military honors presented by the American Legion Post #7, will be held on Wed., Dec. 15. A public Memorial Gathering will be held Wed. Dec. 15th at 2 p.m. at Westford's Broadway Hall, 1300 Broadway. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Service Broadway & Eldridge.

HENIFIN, Beulah A. - Services for Beulah A. Henifin, 78, of Bellingham, will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Jeff Morrissette officiating. Burial will follow at Greenacres Funeral Home. Mrs. Henifin, 202 N. 34th St., died Thursday. She was born Jan. 7, 1912, in Clome, S.D. Mrs. Henifin had been a Whatcom County resident since 1940 who attended New Life Fellowship. Her husband, Calvin W., and two children, Patricia and Jimmy, have died. Survivors include: two sons, Calvin W. Jr. of Toppenish and Jack of Sacramento, Calif.; three granddaughters; three step-granddaughters; two sisters, Marguerite Parchell of O'Neill, Neb., and Mildred Kraft of Cozad, Neb.; and neices and nephews.

HENIFIN, Violet M. - Visitation for Violet M. Henifin will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Funeral Home with the Rev. Dick Mattila officiating, followed by burial in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Henifin died Friday, April 2, 1999, at Mount Baker Care Center. She was 89. She was born July 31, 1909, to Marion W. and Ida M. Carley Spry in O'Neill, Neb. After her mother's death in 1920, she quit school to help with the family's housekeeping and cooking. On Nov. 4, 1927, she married George Henifin in Burke, S.D. She and her husband farmed in O'Neill until dust bowl conditions forced them to leave in 1935. They relocated to Ferndale and farmed on LaBounty and Smith roads. They also lived in Wenatchee and in Brookings, Ore., before returning to Bellingham to retire. Mrs. Henifin enjoyed sharing family news and knitting baby blankets for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed watching horse races and occasionally placed bets on gray horses. She was preceded in death by her husband; a son, Ronald; and a grandson, Richard Walstrom. Survivors include daughter Zynaga Barrett, Mary Lue Walstrom and Noma Badgley, all of Bellingham, Vivian Anderson of Federal Way and Betty-Jane Cornett of Pell City, Ala.; sons Jarold Henifin and Bryant Henifin, both of Bellingham; brother Leland Spry of O'Neill; 28 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

HENRIOULLE, Pamela, a former Bellingham resident, died Friday, July 18, 1997, in Seattle after a long illness. She was 50. She was born Nov. 2, 1946, in Sacramento, Calif., to Louie and Matilda Henrioulle. She graduated from La Sierra High School in Sacramento in 1964 and attended the University of California at San Francisco and Western Washington University. She moved to Bellingham in the late 1960s and was part owner of Fairhaven Tavern until 1982. She later worked as nutrition-service supervisor at Swedish Hospital in Seattle. She enjoyed her work as a hospice caregiver and a volunteer at Seattle Art Museum and Seattle Film Festival. Her hobbies included poetry, modern dance, photography, painting, travel and Scrabble. She also enjoyed spending time with friends. Survivors include her parents of Carmichael, Calif.; two brothers, Gunnar and Steven Henrioulle; a sister, Barbara; two nieces and one nephew; a grandniece and grandnephew, all of California. A memorial service has not yet been scheduled.

HENSEL, Connie, age 62 of Corvallis, OR, died while vacationing in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico. Mrs. Hensel is survived by her husband Gary Hensel of Corvallis; son Gary Mobley of Albany, OR; daughter Gail Patee of Lebanon, OR, Carla Page of Corvallis, Mary Keynon of Lebanon; step-son Willie Ogalive of San Jose, CA; brothers George Schoonover of Bellingham, Ron Schoonover of Custer; sister Joanna Schoonover of Philomath, OR; numerous grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was born June 16, 1934, to Lyle and Luella (Smith) Schoonover in Cheyenne, WY. She lived in Corvallis for ten years; loved crocheting, camping and collecting dolls. A Funeral Service will be held Friday, March 28, 1997, 11:00 a.m. at Greenacres Funereal Home Chapel, corner of Northwest & Axton Roads, with Pastor Ron Slater officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HEPLER, Mary Lou (Angell) passed away peacefully at home on November 13, 2006, surrounded by close friends and both sons. She was born in Bellingham June 4, 1929 to Jack and Bea Angell, the youngest of four children. While growing up, her life centered around family, school, sports, and lots of friends. In high school she started her first "real" job at Bellingham National Bank as a secretary, staying for 13 years until starting a family. In 1958 Mary Lou wed Dr Earl Hepler, an instructor at Western. During their marriage, two sons were born, they traveled extensively, and lived in such diverse locations as Oregon, Alaska, Ethiopia, and Montana. In 1985, Mary Lou came back home to live, work and spend time with her Mother. Although always involved, it was after her retirement from the Bellingham School District that she was able to dedicate her extra time toward concerns that mattered the most to her. These included volunteering at Wise Buys, the hospital and Stafholt Rest Home, her sisterhood at P.E.O. (she never would tell us what the initials stood for), and church activities. The pinnacle of her retirement started in 1999 after moving to Birch Bay Village. Still able to continue with outside pursuits, it was her ability to relax in the quiet, birdwatch, and walk the many beaches (with or without a lab) that gave the greatest joy. Mary Lou is survived by sons Karl and Kurt, as well as beloved dog Rufus. At her request, there will be no formal funeral services.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Nov 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HERGENHAHN, Dr. Baldwin Ross – Psychologist, Professor, Author, dies at 73 – Bud Hergenhahn was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 21, 1934. After attending Chicago public schools, he served for two years in the United States Army. In 1955, after working as a Forest Ranger at Mt. Saint Helens and serving in the Korean War, he enrolled at Western Washington University and graduated in 1959 with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. He earned his Masters from The University of Arizona in 1965, and his Doctorate the very next year. Dr. Hergenhahn spent his thirty-year career at Hamline University in St. Paul, Minnesota. His career was peppered with accomplishments and acknowledgements surrounding his cutting edge teaching techniques. He was chairman of the psychology department when he retired in 1996 to focus solely on his writing. His books include Theories of Learning, Theories of Personality, and A History of Psychology. He is survived by his seven children: Laura Hamilton, Linda Gladnick, Karon Webster, Ross Hergenhahn, Keith Hergenhahn, Maxine Jennings and Glenn Hergenhahn and their mother Mary Ann Shar, as well as twelve grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In 2005, Bud returned to Bellingham, Washington where he continued to write. A new edition of his most recent book will be published later this year. It begins with the addition of this Arthur Stanley Eddington quote: "We have found a strange footprint on the shores of the unknown. We have devised profound theories one after another, to account for its origin. At last, we have succeeded in reconstructing the creature that made the footprint. And lo! It is our own." Bud died at his home on Sunday, September 9th, 2007 due to complications from a heart attack he had on July the 4th. He was 73 years old. At the request of Dr. Herghenhahn, there will be no services.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Sep 2007) submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HERMSTEIN, Frank - Following a brief illness, Frank Hermstein, who came to Bellingham from Council Grove, Kan. about two weeks ago, died this morning (Feb. 20, 1922) of his home, 2418 Broadway, at the age of 40 years. He removed to Bellingham for his health. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Alice Hermstein; one son, Glenn, and two daughters, Violet and Gladys, all of Bellingham, and by his father, August Hermstein, of Council Grove. The body, which is in Arthur C. Harlow's care, will be taken to Council Grove by the family who will leave here tomorrow evening.

HERMANUTZ, Linda Kay, passed away the morning of July 9th, 2005, in her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Santa Rosa, CA, on October 29, 1953. Linda lived in various places while growing up, including Australia. Linda has been a resident of Whatcom County since 1978 where she and her husband Tony raised their three children. Linda's presence will be missed because she was such a loving, caring, compassionate and extraordinary woman! This was seen in her family life and work life as well. Her joys in life were many, but nothing topped being Nana to her grandchildren. She loved being with her family and friends. When Linda needed to relax, nothing worked better than sitting on her deck and taking in the beautiful view either by herself or with Tony! She also enjoyed kayaking and camping with friends. Her favorite place to visit was Deception Pass. Linda worked at Premier Graphics for the last 6 years. She was the kind of person that no matter what, she was there with a kind and encouraging word and always with an open heart for anyone that needed it. Linda will be remembered by all as a very vibrant and beautiful woman! Linda married her loving and devoted husband, Tony Hermanutz on April 30, 1971. She is survived by Tony and their three children, Amity Lipston and husband Robert of Federal Way, Ryan Hermanutz and partner Stephanie of Renton, and Aaron Hermanutz and wife Nikki of Lynden; four grandchildren, Kayla and Anthony Lipston and soon-to-be Zachary Lipston, Kaedan Hermanutz and Amaliya Davis; her mother Patricia Zulick of Bellingham, sister Laura Amyx and husband David of Raleigh, NC, sister Susan Benning of Bellingham, brother Bob Zulick and wife Nancy of Denver, CO, and brother Patrick Zulick and wife Lee of Bridgton, ME; her sisters-in-law Ollie Hermanutz of Denver, CO and Merikay Jost and husband Roy of Boise, ID; brothers-in-law Jon Hermanutz and wife Debbie of Arvada, CO; and by many nieces and nephews, Aimee, Stephanie, Ceicely, Kelsey, Rachel, Nora, Sherry, Patrick, Christopher, Joshua, Andrew, Carla and Ashley. Linda was preceded in death by her brother Carl Zulick.
A graveside service will be held at noon, Tuesday, July 19, in Stillwaters at Greenacres Moles Cemetery followed by a 2:00 p.m. memorial service in the Bayview Chapel at Jones Moles Funeral Home in Bellingham. At Linda's request, those attending the services are encouraged to wear casual bright colored clothing.

HERRIN, Beatrice "Betty" Anna passed away August 1, 2007 in Bellingham, WA. Born to William James and Effie Viola (Cornell) Jenkins on April 20, 1918 in Bellingham, Betty graduated from Whatcom High School in 1936 and was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. She married Wesley Lincoln Herrin on August 5, 1939 in Bellingham. They had 5 children and owned and operated a dairy farm for many years. Betty was a hard working, loving, and caring person who was much loved by her family and friends. Active in her community, she belonged to the North Bellingham PTA, served as a 4-H leader, and was a 50 year member of the Grange, first in North Bellingham and then in Haynie. She also maintained active memberships in the Whatcom County Cattleman's Association, Skagit County Cattlewomen's, and the Sunrise Baptist Church of Custer. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Wesley, granddaughter Debby Jane Moldenhauer, and sisters Dorothy Dixon, Eloise Wagar and Marion Finzel. She is survived by daughters Lois Hindman (Glenn) of Bellingham; Beatrice Akina of Everett, WA; sons Dwight Herrin (Kathy) of Lakeland, FL; Dean Herrin (Rosalie) of Ferndale, WA; and Ron Herrin (Linda) of Hoquiam, WA; 11 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great- grandchildren, sister-in-law Marjorie Seely (Dan) of Lakewood, WA: brother-in-law Russell Herrin (Sandy) of Edmonds, WA; cousin Phyllis Weisenburger of Bellingham and nephew Richard Wagar (Monta) of Bellingham. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, August 7, 2007 at 2 pm at Sunrise Baptist in Custer. The family is very thankful for the wonderful care Betty received during her stay at the Highland Care Center. Arrangements are under the care of Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HERROLD, Mary Frances, age 102, died in Vista, CA Tues. Aug. 27, 1991. She was born in Naples, New York, August 25, 1889, the daughter of George and Cora Rosebuck Watrous. At the age of 2 years she came with her family to Washington, settling in Bellingham. She was educated in Bellingham where she received a degree at the Normal School in Education, now known as Western Washington College. She taught school in Bellingham and married Arthur Herrold there September 28, 1915. The family came to La Conner in 1939 where Mr. Herrold was affiliated with the salmon cannery business. Mr. Herrold preceded her in death in 1973. In 1985 Mrs. Herrold removed to Vista, CA to be with her daughter there, where she has resided since. She was a member of the LaConner United Methodist Church and the circles of the church, The Bilikin Club and had been a volunteer at the LaConner Library for a number of years. Survivors are; 1 daughter and son-in-law, Mary Rebecca and Eric Nelson of Vista, CA; 2 sons and a daughter-in-law, George R. Herrold of Seattle and Alfred and Jean Marie Herrold of LaConner; 7 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Her parents, 1 son Arthur, 1 daughter Genie Hudson, a sister Genie Foster, a brother, Willis Watrous have preceded her in death also. Graveside funeral services will be held in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Mount Vernon, Friday August 30, 1991 at 11:00 a.m. with Dr. Paul Jensen of the Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial will follow the services under the direction of the Kern Funeral Home, Mount Vernon.

HERSMAN, Gertrude Minnie - Visitation for Gertrude "Trudy" Minnie Hersman of Lynden will be from 5 to 9 p.m. today and Thursday and from 9 a.m. to noon Friday at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be at 1:15 p.m. Friday in Lynden Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. at First Reformed Church with the Rev. Marc deWaard officiating. Mrs. Hersman died Monday, April 28, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 73. Born June 17, 1923, to Chester and Ethelyn Bronk Smith in Blue Point, N.Y., she attended school in New York. She married Howard Hersman on June 20, 1943, in Staten Island, N.Y. Mrs. Hersman moved to Whatcom County in the 1940s. She worked for Lynden School District for 21 years, as a custodian and then as a secretary. A member of First Reformed Church and the Order of Eastern Star, Lynden Chapter No. 12, she enjoyed traveling. Mr. Hersman was preceded in death by her husband in 1979 and by her brother, Chester Smith. Survivors include sons Wayne Hersman and Craig Hersman, both of Lynden, and Clifford Hersman of Kirkland; daughter Irene Assink of Lynden; and seven grandchildren.

HESSELGRAVE, Carol, age 54 of Bellingham, passed away at her home, Thursday, January 25, 2007. She was born July 8, 1952 in Arlington, WA and lived in Darrington, Walla Walla and Bellingham. Carol is survived by her husband Jim, 2 daughters Cindy Liebendorfer and Katrina Bash, 3 sons David and George Hesselgrave and Ron Jones. Services will be held Saturday, January 27, 2007, 2 p.m. at the Fountain Community Church, Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jan 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HETRICK, Gilbert - At his request, a private family service will be held for Gilbert F. Hetrick of Bellingham. Mr. Hetrick died Sunday, Sept. 12, 1999, at his home. He was 81. Born April 5, 1918, to Quincy and Daisy Hetrick in Danville, Ill., he moved to Bellingham on Oct. 12, 1933. Mr. Hetrick worked in the coal mining and logging industries. He also worked for Bellingham Sash & Door. On Sept. 8, 1936, he married Mary Bell Jorgenson. Mr. Hetrick joined the Local 276 Labor Union in October 1945. Survivors include his wife, of the family home daughters Thelma Holttum of Bellingham and Velma Henifin of Plains, Mont. son Gilbert V. Hetrick of Everson 11 grandchildren 19 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HEYSER, Rachelle Alberta, age 51, of Star Rt., Deming, passed away in a local hospital Wednesday, Oct. 19, (1960). A resident of Whatcom County for the past 13 years, Mrs. Heyser leaves to survive her husband, John H. Sr., of Bremerton; two sons, Jerry Denn, of Milton, Wash., and John H. Heyser Jr., of Star Rt., Deming; three daughters, Mrs. Doris Leno, of Auburn, Mrs. Lois Schatz, of Eagle Point, Ore., and Mrs. Iris Daniels, of Puyallup; mother, Mrs. Minnie St. Martin, and grandmother, Mrs. Bertha Sideen, both of Everett; 11 grandchildren; one brother, Don Heppler, of Klamath Falls, Ore.; three sisters, Mrs. Olga May Lindstrom, of Bellingham, Mrs. Winnifred Elkins, of Seattle, and Mrs. Lillian Parks, of Everett. The remains rest at the Jones Funeral Home where services will be conducted by the Rev. Don Swerdfeger, Friday, Oct. 21, at 2:30 p.m. Final resting place Woodlawn Cemetery.

HICKEY, Paul F. - A graveside service for Paul F. Hickey of Lynden will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Lynden Cemetery with the Rev. Ron Slater officiating. Mr. Hickey died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 65. Born Jan. 7, 1932, to Arthur and Edith Marr Hickey, in Bellingham, he attended Meridian and Lynden schools. Mr. Hickey worked in agriculture as a laborer and enjoyed traveling in his pickup truck and dancing. He was preceded in death by a sister, Hazel VanDiest, and brothers Jack DeVries and Glen Hickey. Survivors include brothers Earl Hickey of Bellingham and George Hickey and David Hickey, both of Lynden, sister Mary Eiene of Everson and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.

HICKS, Bernice M. died 1-25-97. A Bellingham resident since 1932, Bernice was born March 12, 1900 in Ashland, Oregon: father William Myer, mother Anna Laura Gall. Taught primary school in Oregon prior to marrying Arthur C. Hicks on May 15, 1925. She assisted Arthur, Adelle Davis in compiling her books on nutrition. She enjoyed community involvement with modeling in local fashion shows and memberships in PEO, Chapter AB, Women of Western and Whatcom Museum Docents. Husband, Arthur C. Hicks, and daughter Clarimonde Walters preceded Bernice in death. Granddaughter, Judith Fish of Hamden, CT and grandson David Larson and two great granddaughters of Clayton, CA survives her. Memorial service will be held March 10th at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. A reception will follow the service. Arrangements by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Cremation.

HICKS, Ernest E., age 74 of 2175 Yew St. Rd., Bellingham, passed away Monday, June 23, (1975). A lifetime Whatcom County resident, Mr. Hicks is survived by 2 daughters, Mrs. Adoline Simmons and Mrs. Zelma Riley of Sutherland, Oregon; a step-son, Mr. Earl Whelchel of Los Angeles, Calif.; 4 sisters, Mrs. Bertha Berchette, Mrs. Sally Lingbloom and Mrs. Grace Babcock all of Bellingham, Mrs. Marjorie Zwicker in Brewster, Wash.; a brother, Norman Hicks in Guernseyville, Calif.; numerous grand and great-grandchildren. At his request no services were conducted. Interment was in Sumas Cemetery under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.

HICKS, Sharon L. age 63, passed away December 8, 2005 after suffering multiple health problems. She is survived by Dustin Hicks of Ferndale, Cindy Newton of Bellingham, Ashley Dyck of Centerville, SD and 4 grandchildren. A Celebration of Life was held Saturday, December 10, 2005. Inurnment will be held at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Dec 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HIGGINS, Samuel, 72, of Vancouver, WA, passed away August 18, 2005. He was born on March 19, 1933, in Sparta, North Carolina, to William and Docia (Brown) Higgins. Samuel graduated from Sparta High School and worked for Boeing for nine years before attending Everett Community College and graduating from Western Washington College in 1969. He worked in the Bellingham School District retiring in 1992. Samuel married Charlene Vanderford on January 12, 1963, in Kirkland and lived in Whatcom County from 1964 to 2000. Samuel was a member of St. James Presbyterian in Bellingham, Whatcom County Sheriffs Posse, Mt. Baker Bee Keepers Association, Washington Teachers Association and School Board at Meridian. He was an avid gardener, bee keeper, horseman and cattle raiser on his small farm. He also enjoyed fishing, boating and pheasant hunting with his dog. Samuel is survived by his wife Charlene Higgins of Vancouver, WA; daughter Laurie Calderbank of Gresham, OR; sons Bill Higgins of Springhill, FL, and Brian Higgins of Thailand; brothers John of Laurel, DE, James of Bridgeville, DE and Joseph of Sparta, NC; sisters Ruth Bryant of Glade Valley, NC, Mary Holcheck of Hurlock, MD, Lois Dixon of Laurel Springs, NC, Ethel Smith of Sparta, NC, Evelyn King of Mt. Erie, NC, and Evon Hull of Mt. Erie; and six grandchildren. Memorial services were held Saturday, August 27, 2005, at Columbia Presbyterian Church in Vancouver, WA. Arrangements entrusted to Bateman Carroll Funeral Home in Gresham, OR.
(From the Bellingham Herald, 28 Aug 2005, Sun) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HILDEBRAND, Bernice M., 67, divorced wife of the late Capt. William Hildebrand, former city clerk and National Guard commander, was found dead in bed at her home, 2827 Summer street, late Wednesday afternoon. She was believed by Dr. W. A. Hulbush, to have been dead about three weeks. Mrs. Hildebrand returned to Bellingham from Honolulu about a year ago. She had spent fifteen years in Hawaii, employed as matron in a large hospital there. She decided to return here following the Japanese sneak attack on Pearl Harbor. Mrs. Hildebrand had talked of visiting a nephew in Canada and neighbors, not seeing her about the place, assumed she had taken the trip. Her prolonged absence led a neighbor, Mrs. Carl W. Stenger, of 503 West Illinois street, to make an investigation Wednesday afternoon. She called the police. Dr. Hulbush said death was due to natural causes. Mrs. Hildebrand was a member of the Methodist church and is survived by one sister, Mrs. Charles Hawkinson of St. Thomas, Ontario, and a nephew, Dr. Cecil Hawkinson of Prince Rupert, B.C. The remains are resting at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth. [Bellingham Herald Oct. 14, 1943]

HILL, Alva Myrle - A memorial service for Alva "Al" Myrle Hill of Bellingham will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Unity Church at 1095 Telegraph Road, Bellingham. Al passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 1997 at home with his family. He was 70. Born September 10, 1926, to Alva and Pearl David Hill in Oklahoma City, OK, he was proud to call Bellingham his home for the last 26 years. Al served in the U.S. Navy from 1944-1946 and then was recalled during the Korean Conflict from 1950-1952. Formerly Sr. Vice President and Director of International Marketing at Uniflite, Inc. in Bellingham, Al came to the boat building industry after a successful career in electronics, engineering, and marketing with ITT/Gilfillan and Emerson Electronics. Al was a member of Unity Church in Bellingham and served on the Board of Directors as the Church Treasurer. He enjoyed tennis, boating, computer work and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of six years, Renie B. Hill; son Terence M. Hill of Redmond, WA; daughter Lila A. Wagner of Sun Valley, ID; son Christopher P. Hill of Chatsworth, CA; grandsons Jonathan, Benjamin and Kevin; brothers Riley Hill of Rough and Ready, CA and Duane Hill of Fort Bragg, CA; and his aunt Katherine Johnson of Sunnyvale, CA. He was preceded in passing just two weeks ago by his beloved sister, Helen Kerrigan of Sunnyvale, CA. Cremation arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

HILL, Gus, age 77 years, passed away at the family residence, 100 Ohio Street, after a short illness. Mr. Hill had been a resident of Bellingham for the past forty years and was a member of the Lutheran church in Finland. Surviving relatives include three step-daughters, Mrs. Minnie Challendar and Mrs. Genevieve Kreiger, both of Bellingham, and Mrs. Pearl Hemmingson, of Mount Vernon; three step-sons, Harry, Lester, Roy and Charley Shelter, all of Bellingham; twenty-one step-grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be conducted at the Bingham-Dahlquist & Jerns chapel, Tuesday May 27, at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. G. W. Henry, officiating. Final resting place, Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, May 23, 1947) Submitted by Hilda (Hemmingson) Meryhew

HILL, Howard, age 82 of Blaine, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born February 7, 1921 in Portsmouth, VA to Frank and Bessie (Carter) Hill. Howard served proudly in the Marine Corps during WWII in the South Pacific. He married Margaret "Peggy" Albertson right after the war ended and they moved from North Carolina to California to start their life together. In 1954 they moved to Ferndale where Howard helped start up the Mobil refinery. He retired from Mobil as a shift foreman in 1980. Howard really enjoyed his 23 years of retirement and filled his days with projects, travel, friends and family. Howard was a skilled craftsman, and one of his greatest accomplishments was the family home he designed and built along with Peggy. He and Peggy enjoyed having family and friends to their home to visit and look at the view of the San Juan Islands. Howard felt very blessed that he could live in such a beautiful location. He was a member of the Mt. Baker Rock and Gem Club and delighted in showing all who visited his extensive collection of cut and polished rocks and minerals. Howard was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Howard is survived by his wife Peggy of the family home, son Howard Hill Jr. of Bellingham, son Richard and wife Nancy of Ferndale, daughter Susan and husband Walter of Anacortes, grandchildren, Lindsay and Shelley Meagher, Victoria and Jonathan Hill, and family friend and neighbor, Bob LaPointe. A Celebration of Howard's Life will be held Monday, December 22 at 1 PM at the Westford Funeral Home Chapel. Refreshments will follow the service. Full military honors will be conducted by American Legion Post #7.

HILL, Jack J. of Bellingham, WA passed away on Friday, December 1, 2000, in Bellingham. He was 77, born December 29, 1922, in Battle Creek, MI. Jack served with the U.S. Navy during WWII. In 1982, he retired from Georgia-Pacific where he had worked for 30 years. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Roy Hill in 1989. Survivors include his 2 daughters: Janet Hill, Coleen Hill, son Dana Hill, all of Bellingham; 3 granddaughters: Stacy Hill, Autumn Hill, and Amanda Hill; great-grandson Cain Zapata-Tom; sister Barbara and husband Lawrence Winnell of Stevensville, MI; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 8, 2000, at the First Baptist Church in Ferndale, with The Reverend Ralph Poulson officiating. Private burial at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HILL, Richard, formerly of Whatcom County, died Dec. 31, 1997, at Tri-City Hospital in Oceanside, Calif. He was 77. Born in 1920 to Sadie and Ralph Hill in Toppenish, he attended Fairhaven High school and graduated from Bellingham High School in 1938. Mr. Hill served in the U.S. Army during World War II in Europe. He married Lorraine Burell in 1962 in Las Vegas. Survivors include his wife; son Ronald Hill; stepsons Daniel Robert, Kenneth Roberg and Alan Roberg;; and two cousins.

HILLAIRE, Bernie Allen, age 12 days, passed away March 29, 1997 in Seattle. Bernie was born March 17, 1997 to Bernie A. Hillaire and Ursula D. Simmonds, of Bellingham, who survive him. Survivors also include, sisters, Toshi Simmonds and Jessica Hillaire both of Bellingham; grandparents, Bernie Hillaire, Ferndale; Loretta Humphreys, Rock Springs, WY; Edith Simmonds and Ward Simmonds, both of Bellingham; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. A Graveside service will be held Wednesday, April 2, 1997, 10:00 a.m., at Lummi Reservation Cemetery, Mr. Vernon Lane officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HILLARD, Ella O., age 89, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Thursday, August 14, 1997, in Bellingham. She was born on February 7, 1908, in Bellingham to Charles and Anna (Johnson) Henderson. Mrs. Hillard was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County and a lifetime member of Bethany Fellowship. She was preceded in death by her husband Ivan on February 23, 1986, and great-grandson Michael Hillard in February, 1988. Survivors include; Son Dennis and wife Kathy Hillard of Deming, WA; Daughter Marylee Hillard of Quilcene, WA; 5 Grandchildren: Dennis and Lisa Hillard, Don and Lisa Hillard, Debby Hillard, Craig Harris, Kari and husband Ken Granacki, and 4 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 18, 1997, Bethany Fellowship, 3744 Mt. Baker Hwy, Deming, with Reverend Craig Hardinger officiating. Private burial in Bethany Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m., Sunday, August 17, 1997 at Jones-Moles Funeral Home, Bellingham.

HILLEBRECHT, Charles A., age 73, of Route 2, Lynden, passed away in a local hospital Thursday after an extended illness. He was born in Freeport, Illinois and came to Whatcom County as a child. Mr. Hillebrecht owned and operated the Star Market in Bellingham until his retirement. He had served in the Infantry in World War I and was a member of the VFW No. 3685 of Laurel. Survivors include 1 nephew, Paul Helton of Portland, Oregon and cousin, Mrs. Martin H. Butler of Lansing, Illinois. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, February 10, at the Gillies Funeral Home with the Rev. Carl Lindstrom officiating. Committal will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, Sunday, February 9, 1964 p. 17)

HILLEBRECHT, Henry A., aged 79 years, of 2511 Keesling street, passed away at a local hospital Saturday, May 6, (1944). Mr. Hillebrecht had resided here the past 54 years and is survived by two sons, William and Charles, of this city; also two grandchildren. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth, where services will be conducted by Rev. James M. Wilson, Monday, May 8 at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place, Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, Sunday May 7, 1944 p. 17)

HILLEBRECHT, William F. - Members of the Last Man's Club Company E 161st Infantry will attend the funeral of William F. Hillebrecht at 3 p.m. Monday at Harlow-Hollingsworth, Commander Walter Sutherland announced Saturday. Mr. Hillebrecht, who died Friday (Feb. 25, 1955) when stricken with a heart attack while he was fishing in the Nooksack River near his Marine Drive home, was a member of the club. Al Gesdahl, his neighbor, had reported at the Last Man's Club meeting Tuesday evening that Hillebrecht was not well enough to attend. A retired meat cutter and a member of the Shipwright, Ship Joiners and Boat Builders Local 2071, Mr. Hillebrecht had lived here for the 60 of his 68 years. Survivors include the widow, Jennie, at home; a daughter, Mrs. Elsa Carmichael and granddaughter Kathie Carmichael, of Seattle, and a brother, Charles, in Lynden. The Rev. Harold Penhalurick will officiate at the services Monday. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald Sunday Feb 27, 1955)

HILLIER, Philip Rogers, age 81, lifetime resident of Whatcom Co., died March 4, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. Born June 16, 1915 in Bellingham, WA to Byron and Ethel (Hamilton) Hillier, he was a graduate of Meridian High School. Mr. Hillier was bartender for numerous bars in Bellingham including the Leopold Casino Bar where he worked 37 years and was known at Mr. Casino. He was past president of Jr. Chamber of Commerce and was JC's Man of the Year, past president of Blossom Time for 2 yrs., past master of the Moose Lodge. Preceded in death by his wife, Ferne Foster in 1997 and son, Phillip (sic) Hillier Jr. in 1975. Survived by his son, Stan Hillier and wife Harriet of Ferndale; daughter, Kay Davis of Bellingham; 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 10, 1997. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

HILTY, Myron D. ("Mike"), age 91, Ferndale, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 1997 at St. Francis Extended Health Care in Bellingham. He was born July 31, 1906, in Pandora, OH, to Amos and Helena (Geiger) Hilty and had been a resident of Whatcom County since 1950. He graduated from high school in Pandora, OH and was involved in sports, music, and leadership. Mr. Hilty also graduated from Bluffton College in Bluffton, OH with a teaching degree and from Grace Bible Institute (now Grace Bible University) in 1947. Over a lifetime, Mr. Hilty was a stone quarry and construction worker; grocery store clerk and manager; owner of a restaurant; wall paper hanger; school teacher; minister of several churches in Iowa, California and Washington State (including former Pastor of Glendale Mennonite Church in Lynden); former Superintended of the Lighthouse Mission in Bellingham for almost 20 years; interim Pastor in Whatcom and Skagit County, Administrative Elder of Geneva Community Church, interim Superintendent of Lower Lights Rescue Mission in Yuma, AZ; and held many Bible studies in homes, churches and senior complexes. His hobbies included gardening, was a great story teller, history buff, music lover, printer, tinkerer and traveler. Mr. Hilty lived a very full life in 91 years; was healthy up to the last 8 months of his life; started writing a book of inspirational true stories; a great encourager; and had a zest for life, love and nature. He was a loving husband, father, grandpa and great-grandpa. Preceded in death by his first wife, Jeanette Bucher Hilty, married 49 years, and second wife, Linda Swartz-King Hilty, married 14 years. Also preceded in death by his brother Sidney Hilty of Findlay, OH. He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Wendolyn "Wendy" & Roby Bender of Waukesha, WI, Meredith & Dan Henderson of Ferndale, Harriet & Bill Gravely of Woodinville; grandchildren, Dave Bender, Kris Smuda, Pam Bender, Doug Henderson, and Alissa Henderson; great-grandchildren, Derrek Bender and Krystal Smuda; sister, Lillian Krohn of Pandora, OH; brother and sister-in-law, Herbert & Mabel Hilty of Pandora, OH and numerous other family members. Visitation Thursday, August 28, 5-9 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home. Private family graveside service will be Friday, August 29 at Bayview Cemetery. Memorial service Friday, August 29, 1:00 p.m. at Good News Fellowship Church, 1252 W. Axton Road, Ferndale with Pastor Skip Suess officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.

HINDS, Hildegard S. – At her request, there will be no services for Hildegard S. (Skrzeczka) Hinds of Bellingham. Mrs. Hinds died Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 77. Born April 3, 1923, to George and Toni (Mueller) Skrzeczka in Dresden, Germany, she survived the Allied bombing of her hometown during World War II and moved to West Germany toward the end of the war. In 1952, she married Stanley Hinds and moved to the United States. He died in 1975. Mrs. Hinds earned a master's degree in German from the University of Washington. Mrs. Hinds taught German, Latin and reading at Bellevue High School from 1964 to 1988. She enjoyed flowers and traveling to Surprise, Ariz. Survivors include son Spencer Hinds of Bellingham; brother Rudolph Skrzeczka of Munich, Germany; and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Oct 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HINES, Rita Lillian (Myers), age 89, died September 6, 1997 in Eugene, Oregon of cancer. Born April 25, 1908 in Ladysmith, Wis. to Russell Myers and Stella Crary Myers. She moved to Bellingham in 1912,married W. R. (Bob) Hines February 6, 1926 in Bellingham. She worked at Kales Cannery in Bellingham in the 1930s and at Boeing during WWII. William Hines preceded her in death in 1973. She is survived by three children, Bob of Blaine, Larry of Seattle & Nancy of Eugene, OR; 8 of 9 grandchildren; 20 of 21 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren; 3 brothers & 2 sisters. At her request, no services will be held. Interment Washington Memorial Park, Seattle.

HINOTE, Bertha L., 85, passed away April 4, 2005. Bertha was born in a log cabin in Twisp, Washington, on January 8, 1920, to Joseph R. and Delvina (McKinnon) Delvendahl. On November 28, 1940 Bertha married Darrel C. Hinote, who preceded here in death on September 11, 2000. Bertha was Darrel's favorite fishing partner, joining him on many trips to Canada, where she first heard 'the call of the loon.' She enjoyed gardening, shopping, travel and the Seattle Mariners. Bertha was a loving wife, mother and wonderful friend. She touched everyone's heart that knew her. She is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Janice and Brian Grimes of Mukilteo, WA, Carol and Gage Barbo of Bellingham; son, Charles R. Hinote of Bellingham; grandchildren, David B. Grimes of Everett, Alan K. Grimes of Renton, Eric C. Grimes of Clovis, CA, Carol J. Grimes of Los Angeles, CA and K. C. Barbo of Bellingham; brother-in-law, Russell L. Peterson and wife Burdell of Sedro Woolley; nieces, Eleanor Sims, Elena Samuelson, Pat Kapp, Annette Thompson, Michelle Jones, Stephanie Mast, Patsy Sanders and Tracy Schafer; nephews, Ronald Peterson, Larry Delvendahl and Bernard Delvendahl. An Open House will be held at the family home, Sunday April 17, 2005 from 1:00 to 3:00, at 512 38th Street in Bellingham. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home & Cemetery.

HINOTE, Curtis Allen "Bus" 93, of 700 32nd St., Bellingham, WA, died Thursday, Mar. 6, 1997 at a local care center. He was the former owner of Hinote's Home Furnishing store in Everson, a member of Bellingham Golf and Country Club, Bellingham Yacht Club, was a 50 year member of Nooksack Valley #105 F & AM and Eastern Star. Surviving are two daughters, Donna Towle and Bonnie and Herb Vaniman, both of Bellingham, five grandchildren, Greg Towle of Vancouver, B.C., Shelly and Bryan McKay of Bellingham, Stacey and Bruce Machu in Texas, Debbie and Berry Iversen of Bellingham, Curt and Julie Vaniman in Olympia, five great grandchildren, Brad, Dustin and Darin McKay, Eric and Kendra Vaniman, one great great grandchild preceded him in death. His sister survives, Ople Koetje in Berbank, WA, his sisters-in-law, Dora Dawson of Seattle, and Signe MacDonald of Bellingham, his brother-in-law, Harmon Edwards of Bellingham, nieces and nephews. Bus was a beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather who loved the people who worked for him and never turned down anyone who needed help. Family graveside services will be Tuesday, March 11, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. with a celebration of life to be held at 1:00 p.m. in the Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Pastor Sharon Hare officiating. Calling hours at the funeral chapel will be Sunday, 12-4 p.m., Monday 9-5 and Tuesday from 9-10 a.m. Services and arrangements provided by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HINOTE, Dennis Marion of 2117 F St. died at home Monday, Jan. 6, 1997. He was 66. At his request, no service will be held. His ashes will be placed in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born June 29, 1930, to Pete and Opal Galley Long in Bellingham, he was a lifelong resident here. Mr. Hinote was preceded in death by his mother in April. Survivors include and uncle and numerous cousins. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home and Crematorium.

HINTON, Martha H. - A funeral for Martha H. Hinton of Gresham, Ore., will be at 2 p.m. today at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Lakeside Cemetery. Mrs. Hinton died Tuesday, Feb. 4, 1997. She was 83. Born May 3, 1913, to Karl and Martha Gebhart in Park City, Utah, she lived in the Portland, Ore., area for 15 years. She enjoyed working with children. Survivors include son Harry Hinton of Salem, Ore., and two grandchildren.

HINZ, Jerome P. "Jerry" age 86, formerly of Arlington, passed away February 22, 2006, at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center in Bellingham. Jerry is survived by his son, Jerome F. Hinz and his wife Donna of Everson, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. At his request, there will be no service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Feb 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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HIRSCHKORN, Daniel "Fred" formerly of 2726 Humboldt St., died Monday (Oct. 7, 1985) in a local nursing home. He was 88. He was born Jan. 19, 1897, in North Dakota and had been a local resident since 1912. Mr. Hirschkorn was a retired lumber yardsman and worked for various local firms. He was an avid sports fisherman and loved flowers, taking great pride in his rhododendrons. One of Mr. Hirschkorn's prize rhododendrons was given to him by his two sons in 1946, after they returned home from service in World War II. His wife Alta, preceded him in death in 1983. Survivors include his sons, Ed and Don Kirschkorn of Bellingham; six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Private burial will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery.

HIRSCHKORN, Marie, 68, of 711 E. Maryland St., Bellingham, died Wed. Sept. 4, 1991 at a local hospital. A longtime area resident, she was a homemaker most of her life - who was known as a good friend, had compassion for others and was a good cook. She was preceded in death by her son Edward in June of 1990 and is survived by brothers, John Spady of Bellingham, Wilbert Spady of Everett; sisters, Edna Neely of Bellingham and Elizabeth Hendrickson of Everett; grandchildren Cassandra Marie Hirschkorn and Troy Allan Hirschkorn; daughter-in-law, Coleen Hirschkorn; nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be Wed. Sept. 11, 1991 at Woodlawn Cemetery with Rev. Ronald Slater officiating. Arrangements by Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HITE, Delores Elaine "Dee" passed away at home on Tuesday, January 9, 2007. She was 59, born April 7, 1947 in Eureka, CA to Charles Ussery and Nola (Ross) Mooney. Dee was an avid reader who enjoyed shopping, collecting elephants, and gardening. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren. She was a hard worker, a loyal employee, and taught her children many valuable lessons in life. Dee is preceded in death by her fathers Charles Ussery and Leonard Mooney. She is survived by her husband of 32 years Raymond James Hite; sons Donald and wife Tonya Cargill; Jonathan and wife Rhonda Cargill; Raymond Ussery Hite, Renard and wife; daughter Vida Sabala; mother Nola Mooney; brother David Johnson; sister Therese Sesti; grandchildren Ryan, Lorene, Ashley, Donna, Shane, Shelby, Arriana, Jesse, Courtney, Kaitlin, McKenna, Seth, Toby; and numerous other family members and friends. A memorial service and potluck reception will be held on Sunday, January 21, at 1:30 pm at the Moose Lodge in Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Jan 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOAG, Helen – A memorial service for Helen (Brndiar) Hoag of Bellingham will be at 3 pm Feb 20 at Bellingham Unitarian Church. A memorial breakfast will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 5 at Rome Grange. Mrs. Hoag died of cancer Thursday, Feb 3, 2000 at her home. She was 71. Born July 3, 1928 to John and Julia Brndiar in Klenovec, Slovakia, she had been a local resident since 1953. In 1938, she moved with her family to Vancouver, B.C. where she attended school. They later moved to Cloverdale in Surrey, B.C. Mrs. Hoag worked at a provincial mental hospital for six years. On Jun 27, 1953, she married Alexander N. Hoag in Surrey, B.C. He died in 1992. Mrs. Hoag was a homemaker. Mrs. Hoag was a member of Unitarian Church, Rome Grange and Camp Fire Boys and Girls. She also was a former member of Mount Baker Kennel Club. Mrs. Hoag became a U.S. citizen in 1997. She also hiked a section of the Pacific Trail. Her interests included African violets, mushrooms and volunteering for many causes. Survivors include son John Hoag of Bellingham; daughters Wendy Roberts and Julie Anderson, both of Bellingham; and three grandchildren. Arrangements are by Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOBACK, Robert - Funeral services for Robert Hoback, 81, 6154 Lawrence Rd., will be 11 a.m. Friday at Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden. He died Wednesday (April 12, 1972). Mr. Hoback was a retired farmer and member of Nooksack Valley Baptist Church. Survivors include the widow, Esther; two sons, Roy of Mount Vernon and Robert Jr. in California; a daughter, Mrs. Jean Bremich of Everson, and a sister, Mrs. Pearl Watson in Texas. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park.

HOBART, Twyla J. – A memorial service for Twyla J. Hobart of Bellingham will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday at Jehovah's Witnesses North Congregation Kingdom Hall with Roger Pearson officiating. Mrs. Hobart died Friday, Dec. 1, 2000 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. She was 78. She was born May 8, 1922 in Chappell, Neb. to Jens Jenson and Eithal McNair Jenson. She graduated from high school in Cotesfield, Neb. in 1940 and moved to Bellingham. She and Charles E. Hobart were married August 19, 1941 and in 1945 she graduated from McDonald's Beauty School. Mrs. Hobart and her husband owned Ar-Zele's Beauty Shop for 46 years. Mrs. Hobart was a member of Jehovah's Witnesses and she enjoyed gardening. Survivors include her husband, a son, Charles L. Hobart of Portland, Ore; a daughter, Cherrill M. Anderson of Ferndale; a sister Virginia Janischek of Bellingham; and eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral and Cremation Service of Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOBER, Phyllis, age 88, of 19605 River Road, Space 35, Gladstone, Oregon, a lifetime resident of Portland, Oregon, passed away on Lummi Island, Washington Saturday, August 23, 1997. She was born to Harry L. and Florence Mae Hober December 28, 1908 in Portland, Oregon. She retired as a supervisor from "Ma Bell" the telephone company in 1973 after 30 years of devoted service. Auntie Phyllis was a lifetime member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. Phyllis enjoyed life, the city and the country and all her wonderful family and friends, in a super-duper deluxe special way. She happily entered the lie of everyone she met. Phyllis is survived by sisters Fae Fries of Lummi Island and Louise Woster of Portland, Oregon. Nieces and nephews include Harry and wife Eileen Hersey of Ocean Park, Wash., Fae and husband Bob Cole of Portland, Richard Hersey of Portland, Fred Fries of Portland, Oregon and Joanne and husband Richard Poole of Lummi Island, Washington. Many grand nieces and nephews enjoyed "Auntie Holly" as Christmas was her favorite time of the year. At her request, no services will be held.

HOCKEN, Myrle J. - A graveside service for Myrle J. Hocken of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Nooksack Cemetery. Mrs. Hocken died Thursday, Feb. 27, 1997. She was 78. Born Feb. 6, 1919, to Oscar and Albena Porter in Lynden, she married William Hocken on Nov. 4, 1950, in Skamania. She was preceded in death by her sister, Shirley Breckinridge. Survivors include daughter Gloria Manning of Puyallup, four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HODGES, James Lillo & Betty Jane - James Lillo Hodges, age 82 of 5359 Northwest Road, Bellingham, passed away Sun., May 4, 1997, at his home. He was born July 1, 1914 in Abilene, TX to Walter and Lulla Belle (Renfro) Hodges and had been a Whatcom County resident for the past 18 years. He served in the U.S. Army, with the last branch of the Mounted Cavalry, where he developed this great love for horses. He married Betty Hammack on Nov. 13, 1946, in Gallup, NM. Mr. Hodges served as Captain of the Chula Vista Mounted Police Search & Rescue, was a renowned finish carpenter, talented woodworker, and loved to paint. He is survived by his brother Gil Hodges of El Cajon, CA and sister, Patricia Hodges of Laguna Beach, CA.
Betty Jane Hodges, age 77, of 5359 Northwest Road, Bellingham, passed away Thurs., May 8, 1997 at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center in Bellingham. She was born Mar. 16, 1920 in Chappell, NE to Roy and Eva (Johnston) Hammack and had been a Whatcom County resident for the past 18 years. She married James Hodges on Nov. 13, 1946 in Gallup, NM. Mrs. Hodges loved to paint china and had a green thumb for gardening, especially with flowers. She was preceded in death by 2 daughters, Judith Grass and Maxine Sparks. Mrs. Hodges is survived by sister, Ruth Rhodes of Las Vegas, NV and brother Galen Hammack of TX.
Mr. & Mrs Hodges are survived by 3 sons, William Hodges of Bellingham, Robert Hodges of San Diego, CA and James O. W. Hodges of Atlanta, GA; 10 grandchildren; Judith Biritz, Alan, Dean and Darryl Hodges, Susan Benton, Cheryl Cain, Dawn Williams, Lance Holloway, and James and Lisa Romdall. A combined funeral service for Jim & Betty Hodges will be held Sat., May 17, 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ralph Poulson officiating. Entombment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park. Greenacres Funeral Home.

HOEKSTRA, Harold - Funeral services for Harold Clarence Hoekstra, Lynden war veteran who was killed in a hunting accident here Sunday, will be held at 2 o'clock today at the Second Reformed Church. Mr. Hoekstra was on his first pheasant hunting trip since coming home from the war when he was fatally shot Sunday. The 23-year-old ex-soldier had served in the Army four years and seven months, three years of this time overseas. He was given his honorable discharge and returned home about two months ago. He served in Alaska and on the Italian, France and German fronts. The war veteran was born in Lynden July 28, 1922. He attended Lynden schools and at the age of 18 joined the Army. He is survived by his wife, Mary; his mother, Mrs. Maggie Haga; one sister, Peggy Hoekstra, all of Lynden. The services today will be conducted by the Knapp and Knapp Funeral Home with Rev. John F. Schuurmann officiating. Burial will be made in the Monumenta cemetery. Hoekstra was killed while hunting on the John Weeda farm near Lynden. He walked into the line of fire of one of his hunting companions and was shot in the head. Coroner W. A. Hulbush said the death was purely accidental and that no inquest would be held. [d. Oct. 14, 1945]

HOFMAN, Olive Alvina, age 88 of Bellingham, passed away November 17, 1997 at Sehome Park Care Center. Olive was born July 21, 1909 in Pierpont, South Dakota to Andrew and Oletta Aadland. She and her family moved to Bellingham where she attended Whatcom High School graduating in 1927. Olive married Henry Hofman August 14, 1953 in Bellingham. She was a longtime member of Garden Street Methodist Church and was active in church circles and bazaars. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Hofman, in 1985, five brothers and two sisters. She leaves to survive her daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Donald Brown of Bellingham; son Robert Farmer of Orla, TX; son and daughter-in-law Richard and Nancy Farmer of Bellingham; six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 20, 1997.

HOGGARTH, Alfred J., age 58, of 3144 Bennett Dr., passed away Thurs., Sept. 29, (1977). A resident of Bellingham since 1941, he was a maintenance foreman at Mt. Baker Plywood. Surviving are his wife, Maxine at home; 2 sons, David of Manteca, Calif. and Dana of Bellingham, 2 daughters, Mrs. Carolyn (Larry) Roderick of Bellingham and Mrs. Connie (Clayton) Coonce of Anchorage, Alaska; his mother, Pearl Wold in Minnesota; 2 brothers, Clifford and Donald both in Minn.; 6 sisters, Mrs. Sam Vranish, Mrs. John Caddy, Mrs. Bill Wolf, Mrs. Jim Eue and Mrs. Roy Larson all in Minn. and Mrs. Don Lasher of Caldwell, Idaho; also 9 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Veroskes Bellingham Chapel, Mon., Oct. 3 at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery.

HOKE, Pauline - A funeral for Pauline Bornstein Hoke of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Private burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Mrs. Hoke died Wednesday, Feb. 5, 1997. She was 96. Born July 18, 1900, to Charles and Anna Bornstein, she graduated from Bellingham High School and Bellingham State Normal School now Western Washington University. Mrs. Hoke worked for the state of Washington and helped establish supervised playgrounds in several cities in Washington and Oregon. She was named 1922 Woman of the Year and given an automobile by the state of Washington. Mrs. Hoke enjoyed water exercised at Bellingham Aquatic Center, bowling, cards, bingo and family outings. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Margaret Atkins, one granddaughter and one great-grandson. Survivors include daughters Carolyn Gowens of Bellingham and Polly Komarek of Walla Walla, eight grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

HOLBROOK, Wyck H., Lifetime resident of Whatcom Co., died April 19, 1997 at his home. He was born December 11, 1928 in Bellingham, WA to Frank S. and Georgia O. (Johnson) Holbrook. Wyck graduated from Bellingham High School in 1946 and from Western Wash. Univ. in 1961. Sept. 20, 1953 he married Marilyn Hall in Bellingham. Mr. Holbrook served in the U.S. Navy and was an avid steelhead fisherman. Preceded in death by his father, Frank Holbrook in 1956 and Georgia Holbrook in 1970, and a sister, Jean Browne in 1991. He leaves to survive his beloved wife, Marilyn Holbrook of Bellingham; sons, Chad Holbrook of Quilcene, WA, John Holbrook of Bellingham; Daughters, Alison and husband Lance Neubauer of Seattle, Annalee Holbrook and Ruth Holbrook both of Bellingham; a Brother Frank A. Holbrook, Jr. & Wife Marion of Port Townsend, WA; a Sister, Louise M. & Husband Jack Frazier of Bellingham; Grandchildren, Christopher, Gregory & Nick Keefe, Garett & Blaine Holbrook; Katie & Kelley Neubauer; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, April 24th, 1997, at First Presbyterian Church, Bellingham, WA. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

HOLDT, Bonnie Jean went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, August 13, 2003. She and her identical twin sister Betty were born to Mae and Cecil Heimberger on March 7, 1920 in Bellingham, Washington. Her sister Betty preceded her in death in 1964. She attended Geneva Grade School and was in the first graduating class from Bellingham High School in 1938. She married Earl Thompson in 1942 at Garden Street Methodist Church in Bellingham; they were married 47 years until his death in 1989. Bonnie worked as a school secretary for the Bellingham School District for 26 years. She loved children and always had a smile and a hug for each one. She loved being with her family and friends and will always be remembered for her warm, caring ways. She was a very social person, involved in many church activities and women's groups. On September 28, 1991 she married John P. Holdt. She and John resided in Bellingham and Olympia for many years and in July 2002 moved to Colonial Residence in Centralia. Bonnie loved traveling, had visited many different countries and made life-long friends in her travels. She had a sweet, joyful spirit that will surely be missed. Bonnie is survived by her husband John at Colonial Residence in Centralia; her two daughters and their spouses, Carolyn and Jim Fay of Chehalis; Sandy and Pete Steward of Olympia; her stepchildren Judith and Warren Leslie of Chelan and Marge and John Holdt of Mt. Vernon. She had five grandchildren: Kate James of Edgewood, David Steward of Seattle, Jenny Lewis Dobbs of Seattle, Tracy Spittle of Yelm and Charlie Steward of Yelm; and five step-grandchildren. She and John had 13 great-grandchildren. Bonnie was also preceded in death by her son Gary Thompson of Albuquerque, New Mexico on May 27, 2003. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 31, 2003 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Olympia at 2 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Aug 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOLDT, John P. died on Sunday, March 13, 2005. He was 91. Mr. Holdt was born on May 2, 1913, in Bellingham to Carl and Sophie Holdt. He graduated from Mt. Baker High School in 1932. After graduation, he worked in the logging industry for several years. Mr. Holdt married Signe Munsen on June 6, 1936, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Bellingham WA. Together they raised their family and were members of Immanuel Lutheran Church. He worked 30 years as head mechanic and bus driver for the Mt. Baker School District. After the death of his wife, he married Nadine Mattson of Bellingham. After retirement they made their home at Lake Whatcom. During their 25-year marriage they traveled the United States and abroad. In 1991 Mr. Holdt married Bonnie Thompson of Bellingham and they enjoyed their time together until her death in 2003. Mr. Holdt resided in East Wenatchee from 2003 until the time of his death on March 13, 2005. Survivors include a son John and his wife Margie Holdt of Mt. Vernon, a daughter Judith and husband Warren Leslie of Chelan, a sister Margaret Johnson of Lynden, 5 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Friday, April 15, at 2:00 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 5782 Lawrence Rd., Everson.

HOLLAND, Samuel T., of 1240 Northwest Road, passed away at his home, Tuesday, Oct. 29, (1957) following an extended illness. Mr. Holland had been a resident of Whatcom County for the past 54 years, having formerly been in business in Ferndale and later in Bellingham. He is survived by his wife, Helen; one sister, Mrs. Charles Park of Greenville, Ky.; one nephew, Mr. Abner Holland of Chehalis, and numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be held in the Monroe Funeral Chapel Friday, Nov. 1, at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Carl Calhoun officiating. Cremation will follow. Casket bearers: Lee Martin, Clarence Willard, Kenneth Pope, Harley Dyer, Milton Pynor, Vernon Frieselman.

HOLLOWAY, June Dewhirst passed away on September 30, 2005, of natural causes. She spent the last months of her life living at the Courtyard. June was born Jun 18, 1914 in Jerome, Idaho, where she spent her childhood and most of her adult life. After graduating from college in Idaho, she worked for 29 years as a school teacher. June was also a member of the PEO and Eastern Star, and Delta Kappy Gamma. She lived on the family farm until 1990, when she chose to move to Bellingham to be close to her family. After living at the Willows for almost 10 years, June moved to Susan's home for the last years of her life, where she enjoyed the hospitality of Sue and Ken, the companionship of Sue's dogs Shadow and Taffy, and the beauty of rural Whatcom County. June is survived by her only daughter Susan Thomas, Sue's husband Ken, and grandsons Brian and wife Katrina Thomas of North Carolina and James Thomas of San Diego, CA.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Oct 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOLM, Steven M., age 52 of Bellingham, passed away suddenly at St. Joseph Hospital, with heart complications, Friday, April 13, 2007. Steve was born July 28, 1954 in Port Angeles, WA to Holger and Inga (Oling) Holm. He graduated from Central Washington University in Ellensburg, WA. Steve is survived by his brothers, John Holm of Kirkland and Roy Holm of Puyallup. At his request no services will be held, Steve loved the outdoors, so as you are enjoying the beauties of nature, remember Steve.
small>(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOLMES, Freida, age 92, passed away July 1, 2005 at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center in Blaine. She was born December 30, 1912 in Winnipeg, Manitoba to Herman and Gudrun (Thorgeirson) Johnson. In May of 1936 she married Lee Holmes in Blaine, who preceded her in death in March of 1973 after 36 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Halli, Herman and Joe Johnson and sister Nanna Thomas. Freida was a member of Freja Club and Cardinal Rebekah Lodge #154. She is survived by daughters Donna Lee (Al) Bidwell of Graham, WA, Karen Hawk of Bothell, WA; sons, Jim (Ginny) Holmes of Custer, WA, Rick (Anne) Holmes of Bellingham, WA; sister, Kris Meinechuck of Macklin, SK, sister-in-law, Irene Ingram of White Rock, B. C.; 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 9, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Jern-McKinney Funeral Chapel, 464 8th Street, Blaine, WA with Rev. Donald Walter officiating.

HOLMES, Ruth, 65, a former Bellingham resident died at her home in the Cape Horn Community near Sedro-Woolley on Tuesday, July 29, 1997. She attended high school and beauty college in Bellingham and worked as a beautician there for several years. She is survived by her husband, Burton at Cape Horn, a daughter, Priscilla, a son, Burton, Jr. and a sister, Peggy Ann Hooley who lives in Bellingham. A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 31, 1997 at the Cape Horn Community Main Park at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Bill Harmon of Lynden officiating. Cremation and arrangements under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.

HOLSTROP, Mary Fassett, age 80 years, 456 C Street, Blaine, passed away at Blaine on Sept. 30, 1991. She was born to William and Jessie Fassett on Aug. 16, 1911 at Custer, WA and was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. She was a member of I.L.W.U. Local #3 of Bellingham and a former member of the Cardina Rebekah Lodge #154 of Custer. She was preceded in death by her husband Garret Holtrop in May of 1972, a granddaughter Mindy Engler in Jan. of 1991, and by six brothers, William, John, Edward, Frank and Irving Fassett. She is survived by a son Bernard Holstrop and wife Nancy of Custer; grandsons Larry and Gary Holtrop of Custer; granddaughter Anne James of Ferndale and a great grandson Chris Engler of Custer as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. At her request there will be no services. Cremation by Greenacres Crematorium. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.

HOLT, Eva, age 95, was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 24, 2003 at the Christian Health Care Center. Eva was born in Van Buren, Missouri on September 11, 1907 to Tom and Minnie Williams. She was the oldest daughter of twelve children, four boys and eight girls. Her youngest sister, Virginia Lindall is the only living sibling residing in Marysville with husband Vic. Eva married William "Wid" Holt on September 9, 1927 in Ellington, Missouri. They had three daughters, Helen, Melba and Erma. They moved to Lynden in 1937 and son James was born in 1943. They operated a strawberry farm in Lynden until their retirement. After fifty-two years of marriage, Wid passed away on May 6, 1979. Eva lived on the home place, gardening and growing flowers. Her driveway was always lined with beautiful dahlias. She continued to work, sorting potatoes for the Bedlingtons and helping in the Maberry's strawberry plant well into her 80's. She loved her friends and family who would come to visit, play guitar and sing. She retired to the Christian Health Care Center in 2000.
She is survived by two daughters, Helen and husband Butch Timmer of Lynden and Melba Lackey of Bellingham; grandchildren Brent Matter and wife Barb, Kim Rhea and husband Don, Juli Wandel and husband Howard, Sheree Bates and husband Mike all of Lynden; Lance Hirmann and wife Cindy and Scott Lackey all of Bellingham; thirteen great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren and other relatives. Besides her husband William, she was preceded by infant son James and infant daughter Erma.

HOLTZHEIMER, Bethel Mae - Visitation for Bethel Mae (Hamilton) Holtzheimer of Custer will be from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday at Moles Funeral Home. Services officiated by Jack Keller of Portal Way Church of Christ, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday at Moles. Burial will follow at Hillsdale Cemetery in Blaine. Mrs. Holtzheimer, 98, died on Wednesday, Aug. 6, in Blaine. A Whatcom County pioneer, she was born to Edwin DeWitt and Marjorie Hamilton on June 11, 1899, in Sumas. Mrs. Holtzheimer is a direct descendant of Ruth Hubbard Burdick, the first white child born in Springfield, Mass. Burdick was born in 1640. In 1921, she married Paul Edgar Holtzheimer, who died in May of 1966. Together, they farmed the corner of Kickerville and Birch Bay-Lynden roads near Blaine. In addition to loving her family, Mrs. Holtzheimer lover tending a garden and playing the piano. Mrs. Holtzheimer was preceded in death by 15 siblings. Survivors include: sons Jack Holtzheimer of Custer and Donald Holtzheimer of Gresham, Ore.; daughter Nellie Mae Johnston of Blaine; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

HOLTZHEIMER, Betty Anne passed away Thursday, June 19, 1997 at the age of 79. She was born September 7, 1917 to Andrew and Dorothy Bowdish. As a child she lived in Bellingham and Port Angeles, graduating from Roosevelt High School in Port Angeles in 1935. She earned a teaching certificate from Western Washington College in 1938 and taught at Everson Elementary School before her marriage to Erman Holtzheimer on June 9, 1940. They lived in Bellingham for twenty-one years, moving to Ferndale in 1966. She was a lifelong Episcopalian having been married in St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Blaine where she was active in Rheta Guild. Mrs. Holtzheimer was an avid gardener. She was a member of D.U.P.I. Garden Club for many years, serving as its secretary and president, and as a representative to Chuckanut Garden Club. She was preceded in death by her brother Bill in 1934, her son Robert in 1960, and her husband Erman in 1980. She is survived by her children and their spouses, John and Marlae Holtzheimer of Lynden, Dave and Sandy Holtzheimer of Colfax, Barbara and Jim Martin of Mount Vernon; grandchildren Alan Holtzheimer, Mike Holtzheimer, Emily Martin and Hannah Holtzheimer; three great-grandchildren; sister Barbara Duncan of Camano Island; a niece and two nephews. A Funeral Service will be at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Bellingham, Tuesday, June 24, 1997, 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.

HOLTZHEIMER, Elsie S. 72, of Blaine passed away at a Bellingham hospital, June 27, (1961) following an extended illness. She was born in Maxberg, Iowa, and had lived in Blaine since 1939. Twelve years ago she married Ernest Holtzheimer in Everett. Survivors include her husband, Ernest, at home, one brother, Clarence Greer of Lewiston, Idaho; many nieces and nephews in Idaho and Eastern Washington. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 10 a.m. at the McKinney Funeral Home with Rev. Willard Buckner officiating. Concluding services and interment will follow in the Hillsdale cemetery.
(From The Blaine Journal, June 29, 1961) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

HOLTZHEIMER, Erman, age 65, who resided at 2441 Crestline, Ferndale, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 1980. A life time resident of Whatcom County, he was a retired teacher and coach for the Ferndale School District. Surviving are his wife, Betty; 2 sons, John of Bellingham; David of Oak Harbor; 1 daughter, Barbara Harrington of Everett; 1 brother, Ted of Blaine; 2 sisters, Elaine Cooke of San Mateo, California & Greta Woolery of Los Angeles, California; 9 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Friday, November 28 at 10:30 a.m. in the Vista Middle School Auditorium by Rev. Lloyd Pandratz. Burial following in Greenacres Memorial Park. Under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.

HOLTZHEIMER, Florence Whitcomb Holtzheimer, one of Blaine's oldest pioneers passed away Friday night, April 15, (1949) in a Bellingham hospital. Born in Fayette county, Iowa, June 26, 1863, she came to the Pacific Northwest when a child of seven years, with her family and landed at the Semiahmoo Spit in September, 1870. It was an event that marked the arrival of Mrs. Holtzheimer and her sister Mrs. Minnie Bice as the first two white girls to arrive in Blaine.

On June 26, 1879 she married Edward Holtzheimer who owned a homestead on California Creek. They resided on the creek for a number of years before moving into town. Her desire to start a Blaine hospital never materialized. To this couple, four sons, Ernest, Francis, William and Paul were born and remain to mourn her with nine grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, four nephews and two nieces. Pallbearers were Garrett Holtzheimer, Erman Holtzheimer, Theodore Holtzheimer, Jack Holtzheimer, Willis Loop and Carl Patrick, four of whom are grandchildren of the deceased. Internment was made in the California Creek cemetery, following the services conducted Monday, April 18, by Rev. Evan David at the McKinney Funeral home.
(From The Blaine Journal, April 28, 1949) Relative Robert Mix

HOLZHAUER, Louis L., age 70, of Bellingham, passed away Thursday, August 29, 1991 at a local nursing care facility. Mr. Holzhauer was born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas June 4, 1921, and moved to Bellingham in 1946. He an Beatrice Lewis were married in Bellingham in June 1946. Mr. Holzhauer was retired from the Georgia-Pacific Corp., where he had worked as a Bleacherman for 34 years. A veteran of WWII, he served in the Navy as a Gunner's Mate First Class. Mr. Holzhauer was active in many groups including the Veteran's of Foreign Wars #1585, American Legion Post #7, Pearl Harbor Survivors, the Bellingham Senior Center Bocce Ball Team, Chuckanut Community Church, was a former member of the Elks #194 and was the director and audit chairman of the Industrial Credit Union for 15 years. Mr. Holzhauer is preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice; survived by a daughter, Ada Lee Beane and husband John of Federal Way; 1 granddaughter, Kirdsten Beane, also of Federal Way; numerous friends and relatives. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday September 3, 1991 at Westford Chapel, Pastor Lawrence Pollock will officiate. Arrangements by the Westford Funeral Home.

HONCOOP, Grace (Notenbomer), late of Abbotsford, B.C., passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 7th, 1997 in her 72nd year, at the MSA Hospital, Abbotsford, B.C. Formerly of Mt. Lehman. She was pre-deceased by her 1st husband Jack Notenbomer of Mt. Lehman, and her brother, Webb Westerhof of Terrace, B.C. She is survived by her loving husband Joe Honcoop of Abbotsford, B.C., and her children: Harry (Dianne) of Gerouxville, Alta., Marty (Tina) of Monarch, Alta., Al (Margriet) of Leduc, Alta., Jean of The Netherlands, Ted (Cindy) Abbotsford, B.C., Bob (Lisa) of Medicine Hat, Alta., Bill (Janine) of Abbotsford, B.C., and Doug of Abbotsford, B.C. She will also be sadly missed by 23 grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters; Bill (Teresa) Westerhof, Gretah VanPelt, John (Claire) Westerhof, Lammert (Joan) Westerhof, Dina (Bob) Westerhof, Sylvia (Walter) Verwoerd, Eddie (Dianne) Westerhof, Betty (Jack) Stroomer, and Meta (Mrs. Webb Westerhof. Visitation will be held at Henderson's Fraser Valley Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road (at Sumas Way) Abbotsford on Friday, January 10, 1997 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Saturday January 11, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. from the 1st Christian Reformed Church, 1951 McCallum Road (just north of Hwy. 1) with Rev. Mark Zylstra officiating. Active pallbearers are Marty Notenbomer, Al Notenbomer, Ted Notenbomer, Bob Notenbomer, Bill Notenbomer, and Doug Notenbomer. Honorary Bearers are Joe Honcoop, Harry Notenbomer and Jean Notenbomer. A private interment at Hazelwood Cemetery will precede the service.

HONCOOP, Maurice - Visitation for Maurice Honcoop Jr. will be until 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday in Monumenta Cemetery, followed by a funeral at 11 a.m. in Second Christian Reformed Church with the Rev. Tom Haan officiating. Mr. Honcoop died Friday, Jan. 24, 1997. He was 75. Born Dec. 20, 1921, to Maurice and Guurtje Zijverden Honcoop in Lynden, he attended Ebenezer Christian School. He married Helen Lankhaar on March 7, 1945, in Lynden. Mr. Honcoop operated a dairy farm north of Lynden and co-founded Edaleen Dairy. He was a member of Second Christian Reformed Church and past president of the Cow Milkers Association. He enjoyed watching high school sporting events, hunting and fishing. Mr. Honcoop was preceded in death by brothers, Joe, Bill and John Honcoop and sister Marie Schuurman. Survivors include his wife, daughter Aileen Brandsma of Lynden, four grandchildren and numerous other relatives.

HONRUD, Orval, age 79, of Bellingham, passed away Sun., Oct. 26, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born Oct. 8, 1918, in Opheim, MT to Melvin and Minnie (Broughton) Honrud; graduated from Opheim High School; and went to Civil Conservation Corps near Missoula, Montana. Orval married Esther Dixon on Oct. 8, 1938 in Opheim and they farmed and ranched in Montana until 1964. While in the Opheim area, Orval served on the Board of Directors for the First Lutheran Church, Farmers Union Grain Co., Farmers Union Oil Co., and Farmers Co-op Store. He also was a member of the Kiwanis Club, serving as Chairman part of the time, and was named Kiwanian of the Year in 1968. Orval's love for bowling started in Opheim and continued here in Washington when they moved to Whatcom County in 1969. He enjoyed the many friends he made while bowling and was very proud to be inducted into the Whatcom County Bowling Hall of Fame in 1988. Mr. Honrud was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Bellingham. Preceded in death by infant daughter, Judith Ann Honrud; parents Melvin & Minnie Honrud; and sister, Laverne Bylsma. Survived by his wife, Esther Honrud of Bellingham; daughters, Bonnie Chadd & husband Don of Ferndale, Becky Graybill of Vancouver, WA, Vicki Westby & husband Kermit of Midland, TX; brothers, Lyle Honrun & wife Donna of Custer, Merlyn Honrud & wife Betty of Bellingham, Mervin Honrud & wife Sharon of Spokane, Darrell Honrud & wife Lynn of Bellingham; sisters, Dorothy Matchett & husband Tom of Seeley Lake, MT and Marjorie Mortinson & husband Harold of Seattle; step-mother, Gertrude Honrud of Ferndale; 8 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held Thurs., Oct. 30, 10 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church with Pastor Dick Christensen officiating and burial to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park.

HOOD, Jack C. - A memorial service for former 42nd District Rep. Jack C. Hood will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Eldridge Avenue and Walnut Street. The Rev. John Gibbs will officiate. Mr. Hood, 72, a long-time resident of Ferndale, died Sunday, Feb. 9, 1992, in Tucson, Ariz. He was born Aug. 18, 1919, in Ferndale to Percy and Grace Hood. He was graduated from Ferndale High School and Whitman College. He married Suzanne Mersereau in 1941 in Oregon. She survives him in Bahia De Kino, Mexico, where they made their home in recent years. Mr. Hood's military service was with the U.S. Navy. His business career was with First National Bank of Ferndale. He served in the Washington State Legislature from 1959 through 1965, when he was appointed state supervisor of banking. In 1968 he was appointed chair of the Washington State Liquor Control Board, a position he held until his retirement in the early 1970s. Other survivors include his sons John Hood of Seattle and David Hood of Kelso; daughters Suzanne Thostensen of LaConner and Robin Donovan of Burlington; sister Lois Brinkerhoff of San Diego, Calif; five grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

HOOPER, Dorothy - Family and friends are welcome to gather at the home of Dorothy "Dottie" Hooper, 2423 Eldridge Ave., from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Mrs. Hooper died at home Thursday, Aug. 14, 1997, after a long illness. She was 72. She was born March 29, 1925, to William C. and Rita Gard Daniels in Aberdeen, Wash. She graduated from Queen Anne High School in Seattle. Hooper was an accomplished swimmer and was selected for the U.S. Olympic Swim Team, competing in the freestyle and breaststroke. But the 1944 Olympics were cancelled due to World War II. She married Richard C. Hooper on June 25, 1946, in Portland, Ore. They were married for 49 years until Mr. Hooper's death Aug. 3, 1995. In 1970, the Hoopers moved to Bellingham to own and operate McBeath Glass until Dick's retirement in 1974. Dottie joined the interior design staff of Levin's Home Furnishings, which became Greenbaum Home Furnishings. She was a member of Chi Omega Sorority, Alpha Chapter; the Washington Athletic Club; Seattle Yacht Club; Bellingham Yacht Club; and the National Association of Women in Business. She also volunteered in fund-raising activities for numerous charitable organizations. Survivors include daughter Pamela Hooper of Bellingham; grandson Sean Ison of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; a nephew and numerous cousins.

HOOPER, Ronald Bruce passed away peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by his family, on August 26, 2007. Bruce is predeceased by his wife Jane (nee Thorburn) his parents Andy and Kay Hooper and brothers Dunc and Cliff. Bruce was born on November 19, 1929 in Salmon Arm, B.C. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Hugh (Lynn), Kath, Lin (Ken), Steve (Lianna), Suzanne (Pat), Colleen (Robert) and his twenty grandchildren: Tyler, Bria, Kyle Jaynee, Clay, Kiah, Blake, Austin, Matthew, Michelle, Eli, Cricket, Megan, Nicholas, Bailey Jane, Annie Laurie, Eric, Clair, Logan and Grace. A gathering for friends and family will take place on Friday, August 31, 2007 at 2 p.m. in the Common Room of the ANAVETS Senior Housing, Steveston, B.C.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOORNBEEK, Jansen C., longtime Bellingham resident and dentist, passed away at home on Saturday, November 18, 2006. He was 78, born in New York, NY, on August 12, 1928, to Marjorie (Kuns) and Jansen K. Hoornbeek. Jansen is survived by children Kristi Marshall, Bill Hoornbeek, Corbin Hoornbeek, and David Hoornbeek; and 8 grandchildren. A private service will be held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Nov 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson. HOPE, Dennis L., 62, of Bellingham, passed away August 11, 2005, fighting cancer. He was born Sept 18, 1942 in California. He was the light of our lives and will be missed by all who loved him. Survivors: long-time companion Janice Burgdorf, "You are the love of my life"; daughter Suzanne Hope Miller and husband Jason Miller; daughter Chelsea Marie Hope, "I love you Daddy"; son Charles Dennis Hope, grandson Ethan Hope, other family members and friends.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Aug 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOOVER, Doris Mae of Bellingham died Saturday, Jan. 11, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 94. No local services will be held. Burial will be in Acacia Memorial Park, Seattle. Born July 13, 1902, in Rhinelander, Wis., to Asa and Effie Macintosh Smith, she moved to Bellingham from Seattle in 1988. Survivors include nieces Donna DeGolier, Pam Benjamin and Debbie Reed, all of Bellingham, and several grandnieces and grandnephews. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HOOVER, Kenneth Ray, professor emeritus of political science at WWU, died July 14, 2007 after a brief bout with an aggressive cancer. He was in hospice care at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. Ken, 66, touched family and friends with wisdom in his final days. "Anyone can conquer the world," he said. His life revealed that. Ken was born in Iowa to Lee and Margaret Hoover. His father was a cattle buyer, his mother a homemaker. Ken and his older brother Rob grew up understanding hard work, responsibility to family and community, and the divide between haves and havenots. He remained captivated by that divide, viewing it as a puzzle worth solving. A graduate of Beloit College in Wisconsin, he earned a Ph.D in political theory from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1970, becoming among the first to research the influence of identity on political behavior. He wrote seven books, including his masterwork in 2003, "Economics as Ideology: Laski, Keynes, Hayek and the Creation of Contemporary Politics," which analyzes the sources of the ideologies shaping politics today. The ninth edition of his methodology text "The Elements of Social Scientific Thinking" came out this spring. Western Washington University lured him and his wife, Judy Hoover, from Wisconsin in 1988 to chair the political science department. He later served as faculty senate president and received the Olscamp Faculty Research Award. Upon his retirement in 2004, he joined the Western Retirees Association board. But he always loved teaching and led his final seminar at Western last winter. Ken and Judy felt reborn in Bellingham, reveling in friends, neighbors and colleagues. Their First Congregational Church community became a second family. Ken was a charter member of the Bellingham City Club and served on the board. He, Judy and their sailboat J.A.K.E. joined the Squalicum Yacht Club where Ken served as a commodore. Ken is survived by his wife of 40 years, son Andy, daughter-in-law Kristen and grandson Benjamin, 8; daughter Erin, son-in-law Galen and grandson Cole, 2; brother Robb and his wife Shirley and Judy's brother and his wife, as well as aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. Memorial service is 3 p.m. Friday July 20 at the First Congregational Church in Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOPKINS, Edward N., age 73, of 2593 Shallow Shore Rd., passed away in Bishop, Calif., Sunday, June 14, (1959). Mr. Hopkins had been a resident of this community for many years and was a retired watchman for the Bellingham Shipyard. Surviving relatives include the widow, Libby in Seattle; two sons, Don of Bellingham and Ray of Plainview, Minn.; a daughter, Mrs. Lucile Ferguson of Sturgis, S.D. and eight grandchildren. The remains will be received by Jones Funeral Home.

HOPKINS, Gerald R. – Visitation for Gerald R. Hopkins of Bellingham will be from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Northwest Baptist Church. A funeral will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. George Bedlion Jr. officiating. Mr. Hopkins died Thursday, May 11, 2000, while working in Sumas. He was 50. Mr. Hopkins retired from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years of service, which included tours of duty in Vietnam and the Philippines. He also was stationed in Texas and Mississippi. In 1990, he joined the U.S. Customs Service and served as a communications specialist. He transferred to Blaine in 1995, where he worked as an inspector until his death. Survivors include his wife, Madonna Hopkins, of the family home; sons Juan Castillo and Glenn Hopkins, both of Mississippi; daughter Kathy Elkins of South Korea; and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 May 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOPPLE, Martha W., age 71 years, of this city passed away in a Seattle hospital Wednesday, Oct. 19, (1960) following a short illness. Mrs. Hopple had resided in Bellingham for many years and was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, the Hillside Garden Club, the Aftermath and the A.A.U.W. She leaves to survive one daughter, Mrs. Margaret Sherwood; three grandchildren, Marilyn Craig and Steven Sherwood; her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Burkhart; and her mother-in-law, Mrs. Pearl Gaskill, all of this city. Private family services were held Thursday, Oct. 20, in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with the Rev. W. Robert Webb officiating, followed by cremation. Public memorial services will be held Saturday, Oct. 22, at 2 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church.

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HORN, Jack, age 77, of 1320 Lakeway Drive, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 1993. Born February 28, 1916 in Frazier Mill, B.C. Canada to John and Rose Horn. Most of his life he was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church; graduated from Bellingham High School; attended University of Washington where he played football; served in the U.S. Army, WWII; lived and worked in Bellingham all of his life, retired from Bellingham Cold Storage in 1982; his favorite hobby was golf and he played regularly with a men's group at Riverside Golf Course; he was a very spiritual person and loved the outdoors; he had a great respect for nature and loved animals; his greatest joy was time spent with family and friends. Survived by two daughters, Jacqueline and husband Louis Nicksic of Bellingham, WA; Lynn and husband Phil Doan of Blaine, WA; 4 grandchildren, Marc Trunkey, Sue Maconaghie, Leslie Trunkey, Michael Trunkey; 2 great-grandchildren; sister, Gail Wood of Scottsdale, Arizona; 3 nieces, Wendy Guffrie of Freeport, Maine, Judy Henningsen and Susan Pade, both of Portland, Oregon; nephew Church Wood of Scottsdale, Arizona. Memorial graveside service Friday, October 1, 1993, 10:00 a.m. Bayviw Cemetery with Reverend Ron Redell officiating. Cremation. Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

HORNE, Darlene Betty of Lummi Nation, Bellingham, passed away at her home on July 19, 2007. She was 68. Darlene is survived by her husband, Louis Horne, Sr.; daughters Cindy Horne and Cammy Horne; son Louis Horne, Jr.; granddaughter Annalisha Somerville; sister JoAnne Hall; brother Donald Lewis; and numerous nieces and nephews. A prayer service will be held at 6 pm on Sunday, July 22, at Wexliem Community Building and funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, July 23, at Wexliem Community Building.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HORN, Thomas C. R. – A memorial service for Thomas C. R. Horn of Bellingham will be at 6 p.m. Friday at the Haggard-Wilson Skybridge at Western Washington University. Mr. Horn died Saturday, April 1, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 67. Born June 10, 1932, to Fred Fong and Yee Shee (Wong) Horn in Canonsburg, Pa., he received a bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1954, and a master's degree in 1956 and his doctorate in 1962 from the University of California, Berkeley. Mr. Horn taught at Ohio Wesleyan University for two years. In 1964, he began teaching at Western Washington University where he taught courses in western civilization, Renaissance and Reformation history, Greek and Roman history, historiography and Latin. Mr. Horn knew as many as a dozen languages, loved music and was a patron of the San Francisco Opera. Survivors include sisters Ethel Iva Mauro of Glendora, Calif, Mary Horn Israel of Charlottesville, Va., Margaret Jean Horn of Honolulu, and Jennie Agnes Horn and Elizabeth Ann Tom, both of San Francisco; one nephew; and five nieces. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Apr 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HORSTMAN, Ralph Allen - A memorial service for Ralph Allen Horstman of Bellingham will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Jern Funeral Chapel, with the Rev. Frank Schuster officiating. Mr. Horstman died of Alzheimer's disease Sunday, Nov. 21, 1999, at Sehome Park Care Center. He was 85. Born April 12, 1914, to William and Maude (Stalker) Horstman in Port Orchard, he had been a local resident since 1981. On April 12, 1941, he married Fran Jones in Auburn. Mr. Horstman received two Purple Heart medals while serving in the U.S. Army during World War II. Mr. Horstman worked in construction and was a member of Carpenters Local 131 of Seattle. His hobbies included golf, hiking, fishing, camping and traveling. Survivors include his wife, of the family home; daughters Terri Griego of Ferndale and Sandy Hemley of Olympia; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

HOSKINS, John, beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. William Hoskins, 2414 Monroe Street, this city, passed away at a local hospital Friday, September 26, (1941). Baby Hoskins was a member of the Assumption Church and leaves to survive besides his parents, three brothers and one sister, William J., Vernon D., Elliott, and Verma (sic) Mae, all at the family home; also grandparents, Mrs. Magdaline Hoskins, of Bellingham. Services were held Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the Assumption Church, with Rt. Rev. Msgr. J. G. Stafford, pastor officiating. Interment was made in the Lummi Cemetery, under the direction of the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home.

HOSTETTER, Mary Catherine, who came to Bellingham in 1903 and was a clerk of local courts, died Friday at her home in Bellevue at the age of 99. She was born Jan. 29, 1886, in Ulster County, N.Y., in a house which was built about 1640, according to her daughter, Helen Mae Hostetter. Mr. Hostetter came to Bellingham with her mother, Beatta DeWitt VanHorn, who operated a rooming house for college students on "Normal Hill," near what was then Bellingham Normal School. She married James G. Hostetter, a civil engineer, in 1909. Her husband was employed in the Bellingham city engineer's office and as assistant Whatcom County engineer. At the time of his death in 1930, he was chief deputy Whatcom County assessor. Before her marriage, Mrs. Hostetter was a clerk in the old Owl Drug Store in Bellingham. After her husband's death, she worked for a time as a clerk in the Whatcom County engineer's office, and for many years was clerk of Bellingham Police (Municipal) Court and Whatcom County Justice (now District) Court. She served under such judges as Ralph Olson, Marshall Forrest and Bert Kale. She moved to Bellevue in 1959, when her daughter, a teacher and counselor in the Bellingham school system, accepted a position as counselor in the Bellelvue School District. Entombment will be in the family crypt in Bayview Cemetery, with services to be at 2 p.m. Thursday.

HOUCK, John Candee - A memorial service for John Candee Houck will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Lynden Gospel Hall, 710 E. Grover St. Mr. Houck died on Tuesday (Dec. 2, 1997) at his daughter's home in Lynden. He was 66. He was born on Feb. 19, 1931, in New York and married Charlotte Long in 1967 in Washington, D.C. They recently lived in Seattle. Mr. Houck attended Western University in London, Ontario, and became a bio-medical research scientist noted for his work on inflammation and wound healing. He belonged to many medical organizations and authored many scientific books and papers, winning the Cressy Morrison Award from the New York Academy of Science in 1965. Survivors include his wife of the family home, sons John Houck, Eric Houck and Alex Houck, all of Halifax, Nova Scotia, daughters Leslie Hill of Pikeville, Ky., Mary (Graham) MacDonald of Lynden and Emily Houck of Seattle. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.

HOUGAN, Arnold M., formerly of Whatcom County, died Thursday, Oct. 9, 1997, in Coulee Community Hospital in Grand Coulee. A funeral was held in Electric City. Burial was in Spring Canyon Cemetery. Born April 21, 1925, to Oscar and Mabel Reynolds Hougan in Ferndale, he graduated from Ferndale High School in 1944. Mr. Hougan served as a military police officer in the U.S. Army in Italy during World War II. He married Dorothy Park Aug. 20, 1947, in Bellingham. Mr. Hougan raised certified seed potatoes and strawberries for many years and worked at Mount Baaker Plywood Co. He then worked for Intalco Aluminum Corp. for 13 years. Mr. Hougan worked at McFarland Junior High School in Othello for eight years and, in 1944, moved to Grand Coulee. A member of First Baptist Church in Electric City, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening, hunting, fishing and camping. Survivors include his wife of Grand Coulee, sons Michael Hougan of McCall, Idaho, and Craig Hougan of Lynden, daughters Kay Hougan-Jones of Othello and Jan Hougan of Homer, Alaska, brother Edgar Hougan of South Bend, sister Dora Hougan of Bellingham, nine grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

HOUK, Richard Eugene - A memorial service for Richard Eugene Houk of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Mr. Houk died Wednesday, Sept. 3, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 45. Born Sept. 6, 1951, to Eugene and Irma McGuire Houk in Tacoma, he lived in Bellingham for 30 years. Mr. Houk was owner-operator of Rooster Tail Painting Co. and helped organize and manage the Ski to Sea festival. Survivors include daughter Callie Houk; son Ross Houk; his mother of Knoxville, Tenn.; sisters Molly Sauter of Texas, Carol Houk of Tacoma and Pamela Kelly of Knoxville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

HOUSE, Leo William of Lummi Island died Saturday, May 3, 1997. He was 90. A private service will be held later. Born Aug. 5, 1906, to William and Ida Clubb House in Chelan, he graduated from high school there in 1925. He married Dorothy Taft on May 16, 1940. She died in 1985. Mr. House lived on Lummi Island from 1947 to 1954 and from 1985 until his death. He also lived in Seattle and Reno. He worked as a lumberman, fisher, innkeeper and on road construction. He enjoyed traveling, gardening and sports. Survivors include daughter Victoria Taft Flynn of Lummi Island, two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

HOUSER, Rex E. – A memorial service for Rex E. Houser of Bellingham will be at a later date. Mr. Houser died Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2000 at his home. He was 85. Mr. Houser was born Nov. 13, 1914 to Robert and Grace (Elerding) Houser in Bellingham. On June 10, 1939, he married Eleanore Collen in Tacoma. For 13 years, he served as a Seattle police officer. He later became a full-time insurance agent for State Farm. Mr. Houser served as president of the Boulevard Park Kiwanis and president of West Valley Tennis Club. He also was a member of Glenacres and Bellingham Golf & Country clubs. He enjoyed traveling all over the world with his wife. Their last trip was to London, aboard the Queen Mary, and returning on a Concorde. For 30 years, he enjoyed square dancing, golfing, tennis and cards. One grandchild and one great-grandchild died previously. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughters Peggy Sanger and Linda Meents, both of Seattle; son Gary Houser of Seattle; sisters Mary Jane Moser of Bellingham and Mildred Snydar of Lynden; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOVANDER, Charles W. Hovander, age 61 years, of Rt. 1, Lynden, passed away in a local hospital Friday, Nov. 5, (1954) following a lingering illness. Mr. Hovander had resided in the Lynden district since 1942 and had formerly lived in the Ferndale district since 1898. He was a veteran of World War I and a member of the Mount Baker Post of the American Legion of Lynden, and the B. P. O. E. No. 194 of Bellingham. He is survived by his wife Amanda; two sons, Charles of Seattle, Warren L. at home; one brother Otis, of Ferndale; two sisters, Mrs. Elsa Stromme and Mrs. Noel Juvet, both of Ferndale. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m. from the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden with the Rev. Arliss Johnson officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald November 7, 1954) Relative Lisa Dugan

HOVANDER, Harlin Louis, age 80, of Ferndale, passed away November 15, 2003. He was born December 3, 1922 in Bellingham to Angelo and Stephena (Finnson) Hovander. Harlin graduated from Ferndale High School in 1941. At the age of 18, upon his father's death, he took over the family farm. Harlin enjoyed hunting and fishing. His life-long passion was farming. Harlin served on the Ferndale School Board, Lions Club, Farm Credit and Farm Crops Board. Harlin was preceded in death by his wife Dorice, in 1990. He is survived by his three children, Peggy Haight, Steve Hovander and wife Starlare, Molly Zimmerman and husband Lloyd; grandchildren, Alan (Leona) Hovander, Aaron, Guy, Holly and Hal Hovander and Maxwell Zimmerman; and great grandchild Torin Hovander. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 21, 2003 at 2:30 p.m. at the Ferndale Senior Center. Harlin will be truly missed by all those who knew him. Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HOVANDER, Hugo H.

HOVANDER, Wyla Alta Hovander, 1700 G Street, passed away at a local hospital Wednesday, October 15, (1941) following a short illness. Mrs. Hovander was a member of the Congregational Church and Sehome Chapter Order of Eastern Star. Surviving relatives are her husband, Hugo H. Hovander, of this city; two sons, George H. at Seattle, and Carl L. in the U. S. Army at Duncan Field, Texas; one daughter LeElla at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George H. Shepard, one aunt, Mrs. Frank Thurston, and one uncle, John Harmon, all of Bellingham. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. Carl Calhoun, followed by the ritualistic services of the Eastern Star, Friday, October 17, at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place, Bay View Abbey.
(From The Bellingham Herald October 16, 1941) Relative Lisa Dugan

HOVDE, Dorothy - Visitation for Dorothy Hovde of Bellingham will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in Bow Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 11:30 at Faith Lutheran Church. Mrs. Hovde died Saturday, Jan. 18, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 85. Born June 15, 1911, to Frank and Rosamond DuVall Middlestate in Bellingham, she attended schools in Edison. She married Peter Hovde in 1937. He died in 1976. Mrs. Hovde worked as a beautician in Burlington and as a clerk at the Golden Rule department store in Bellingham for 27 years. A volunteer for the Puget Sound Blood Center, she was a member of the Allen-Blanchard United Methodist Church and Allen Garden Club and charter member of Bellingham Elk's Emblem Club. Mrs. Hovde enjoyed growing roses at her home and church. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by sister Reba DeAtley in September. Survivors include sons Don Hovde and Dick Hovde, both of Bellingham; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.

HOVDE, Karin Jean (Horst), age 82 of Bellingham, passed away January 3, 1998 at Sehome Park Alzheimer's Care Center. One of four children, Mrs. Hovde was born in Bonn, Germany, January 20, 1915 to Franz and Elizabeth Horst. After World War II she immigrated to Everson, WA as an American Army Officer's governess. In 1951 she married Albin Hovde and they made their home in Sumas. Albin passed away in 1962. She is survived by a sister, Germaine Cruise of Bellevue; a niece Christina DeBoer of California; step-children, Lewis and Evelyn Hovde of Bellingham; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and relatives in Germany. Her family would like to thank the staff at Sehome for their wonderful care and comfort they gave her. She will be greatly remembered for her Karin's Apparel Shop in Sumas, her love for Bingo, her wonderful wit, love and kindness by all of us. A private family service will be held at the Sumas Cemetery. The arrangements are under the direction of Jerns Funeral Chapel, Bellingham.

HOVEY, Ella Rose - Funeral services for Mrs. Ella Rose Hovey, aged 87 years, who passed away at her home Sunday, May 25, (1941) were held Wednesday afternoon at the Purdy & McKinney Chapel with the Rev. J. N. Bridges officiating. Many lovely floral offerings were sent to the Chapel. Vocal solos "In The Garden" and "Love", were rendered by Mrs. Blake Bedell, accompanied by Mrs. Harriet Owen. Casketbearers were A. H. Pratt, Louis Montfort, Gordon McElmon, Lester Livingston, H. E. Simonds and Albert Still. Burial was made in the Blaine Cemetery beside the grave of her husband C. B. Hovey, who preceded her to the Great Beyond about 8 years ago.
(From The Blaine Journal, May 29, 1941) Submitted by site coordinator.

HOVICK, Oscar Alfred, 52, of 1411 James street passed away at a local hospital Friday, (February 19, 1943). Born and reared in Hatton, North Dakota, Mr. Hovick came to Big Lake, Wash. with his brothers in 1925, and remained there for a time before removing to Bellingham. Surviving relatives are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Hovick, of 1411 James street; two brothers, Edwin and Alvin, of Custer; three sisters, Mrs. Lars Kordal, city; Mrs. A. E. Johnson, of Portland, N. D., and Mrs. C. A. Gray, of Winslow, Wash., and nineteen nieces and nephews, three of whom are in the U. S. armed services. The body is in the care of the Monroe Mortuary at Ferndale, where funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 2 p.m.

HOWARD, Ethelfred, "Fredi" formerly of Bellingham, died of cancer Sunday, Sept. 7, 1997, in Greeley, Colo. She was 79. No service will be held. Born Sept. 2, 1918, to Fred and Ethel Birney Laube in Bellingham, she married William Howard in 1939 in Bellingham. She moved to Greeley in 1995. Mrs. Howard was a member of Lake Padden Ladies Golf Club and PEO in Bellingham. She was preceded in death by her husband and son Jeff Howard. Survivors include daughter Christy Howard of Greeley and three grandchildren.

HOWARD, Robert Frank (Bob), age 81, died Wednesday, April 6, 2005 in Bellingham, WA. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on July 31, 1923 to Frank and June (Turner) Howard and was raised in Dexter, ME. Bob was an Eagle Scout and joined the Navy in 1941 after graduating from high school. After serving 20 years in the Navy he retired in 1961. Bob married Maxine Johnson who preceded him in death. They had four sons. Bob married Janet Scansen in 1977. He is survived by his wife, children Steve and wife Karen, Mark and wife Pattie, Jim and wife Karen, Gerry and wife Kay; stepchildren Steve and wife Ellyn Scansen, Laura and husband Ben Caldwell, Lisa Swedelius; 21 grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sister Kay Cunningham and brother Alan Howard. Bob worked at Union Printing, retiring in 1985. He was Secretary to the Commissioners of Fire District #7 for 38 years and was a long-time member of Trinity Lutheran Church. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2005 at Trinity Lutheran Church.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Apr 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOWELL, Gene, age 77, of Bellingham, passed away on November 21, 2005, due to complications from lung disease. Gene spent his last hours surrounded by his entire loving family. Gene was born Jan 25, 1928, to Roxie and Thurman Howell in Oregon County, Missouri, grew up in Kansas and attended Kansas State College before joining the army near the end of World War II. Gene also served in Korea setting up the military government. He was an athlete as a young man and excelled in football and basketball. Gene married Jennie Howard on May 8, 1953, and they made their home in Roseburg, Oregon, where he worked in the forest products industry. They lived in Coos Bay, Oregon for several years and in Bellingham since 1965. In 1973, Gene and Jennie purchased H & H Sporting Goods. H & H allowed him to combine his work with his passion for hunting and fishing. Gene retired in 1990 after selling H & H Outdoor Sports so that he could (in his words) "spend more time with my life-long passions: my wife, my sons, my dogs, fishing rods, boats and shotguns... not necessarily in that order." Gene was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He always maintained close relationships with his children and grandchildren, and the family home was often full of the warmth and laughter of family. Gene had a keen intellect, was a voracious reader, and was conversant on topics ranging from world history to building bird feeders. He is survived by his wife Jennie, his sons Scott and wife Lois, Brad and wife Nancy, grandchildren Katie Mace and husband Kris, Rya Howell and wife Adrienne, Megan Howell, Hunter Howell, and Brant Howell, and great-granddaughter Isabel Mace. His parents and his twin daughters Diane and Susan Howell preceded him in death. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 27, in the Bayview Chapel at the funeral home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Nov 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HOWEM, Emma Christiana, age 92 of Lawrence, passed away October 22, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. Emma was born September 4, 1905 in Harvey, North Dakota to Ole and Otilia (Kleven) Forde. The family lived in an area called Pony Gulch, located a few miles out of Harvey, before moving to Alberta, Canada where they homesteaded. The family later came to Whatcom County in 1919 and they lived in Lawrence and Van Zandt while Emma attended the Mt. Baker High School her junior year. She graduated from Whatcom High School in 1926. Emma and Sigurd O. 'Little Sig' Howem were married June 30, 1926 in Bellingham and lived in the home they built on Mt. Baker Highway. She took great pride in canning the vegetables from her garden, picking the flowers she had planted around the house and spending many hours at her sewing machine. She graduated from the Shaw Secretarial School and went to work for the Selective Service board first in Mt. Vernon and then in Bellingham. After retiring, she became well known for the cream pies and fruit pies she made for a local restaurant. Emma was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church, the Ladies Aid and the Church Circle and the Professional Secretaries Assoc. Emma was preceded in death by her husband, Sig Howem in 1976, her sister, Mable Barsness and her brother, Clarence Ford. Emma is survived by her daughter Marilyn Larsen, of Bellingham; her grandson, Jeff Larsen of LaConner, her granddaughter, Cindy Larsen of Lawrence; five great-grandchildren, Bryan and Christina Eastwood of Lawrence and Daniel Larsen of Deming and Shannon and Patrick Larsen of LaConner. A Funeral Service will be held 2:30 p.m. Monday, October 27, 1997, in the Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lawrence, followed by burial in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. The services will be officiated by Rev. Stan Jacobson. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, October 26, 1997 and 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon Monday, October 27, 1997 in the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel. The arrangements and services are under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

HOWEY, Charles Arthur, age 82, passed away Monday, May 30, at his home in Ellensburg, following as extended illness. He had formerly been a resident of the Custer district for many years and was a member of the Methodist Church of Custer. He is survived by oneson, Lloyd of New Westminster, B.C.; four daughters, Mrs. Fern Kezar of Mayerthrope, Alberta; Mrs. Gladys Cole of New Norway, Alberta; Mrs. Mearcedes Buchholz of Ellensburg, Wash.; Mrs. Elva Reed of Everett; also a sister, Mrs. Blanche Schantz of Wetaskwin, Alberta; 12 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted from the Monroe Funeral Home, Thursday, June 2, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Thomas Roddey officiating. Interment, Greenacres Memorial Park.

HOYT, Harry Edward, was born in Chehalis, Washington, October 5, 1933 to William Moses Hoyt and Ella Oregon Beaber Hoyt, a pioneer family. He was proud of his service in Korea and served two tours in Vietnam and also served in Japan and Turkey, retiring because of ill health in 1972. He received many commendations praising "his superior leadership" and "his talent in creating, initiating, and completing his tasks" and stating "that he served with outstanding distinction." Among his many medals he was proudest of his Army Commendation Medal. He also found time to play football for the Army, to coach Little League and Pop Warner teams, and to do several assignments for NOAH. In 1955, he married Dorothy Snellgrove and they had three daughters. He married Jean Guntert Carlson in 1977 and they spent the next twenty-five years travelling about the world enjoying new friends and experiencing many exciting adventures. Loved and respected by his family he was the rock where they could always find love bound with encouragement and wisdom. He was proud of his country and his family and not only was he "an exceptional soldier", he was an exceptional husband, father, grandfather and friend. He leaves to grieve his wife, Jean his daughters, Rhonda and husband, Jay Woodworth, Lee Anette Carlson, Vicki and husband, Lee Burns two step sons, Kim and wife Lorie Carlson and Kevin Carlson five grandchildren, Aron and Andrew Carlson, Jonathon Carlson, Megan and Katherine Wood worth numerous nieces, nephews and friends. The arrangements are by the Jerns Funeral Chapel & On-site Crematorium

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HUBBY, Florence Pearl - A funeral for Florence Pearl Hubby of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Westford Funeral Home. Mrs. Hubby died Wednesday, Jan. 15, 1997, at Bayside Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was 95. Born Dec. 1, 1901, to Isaac and Clara Deeter Wells in Chandler, Okla., she was raised in Sumas and moved to Bellingham in 1930. She worked in food service at St. Luke's Hospital, retiring 35 years ago. She was a member of Ladies Auxiliary, American Legion Post No. 7, First Christian Church, Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary and Bellingham Senior Citizens. She also enjoyed yard work. Mrs. Hubby was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, in 1976. Survivors include son Everett Watson of Bellingham, eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives.

HUBER, Deloris - Services for Deloris Catherine Huber, 66, of 4572 Guemes Way, Ferndale, will be 1 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel. Mrs. Huber died Wednesday (March 22, 1989) at St. Luke's General Hospital from injuries suffered in an automobile accident. She was born Oct. 27, 1922, in North Dakota and had lived in Ferndale since 1975. Mrs. Huber had worked as an inspector for The Boeing Co. and retired after 30 years. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Survivors include her husband, Leonard; sons Roger Rock of Kent and Jerry Rock of Marysville; her mother, Inga Fleming of Corvallis, Ore.; and five grandchildren. Fred Filbert will officiate at the service. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.

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HUBER, Leonard F. "Red" of Ferndale died Sunday, Dec. 14, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 74. No service will be held. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Born Nov. 10, 1923, to Euris and Mildred Harvey Huber in Coffeen, Ill., he married Deloris Williams in 1947. Mr. Huber worked as a plumber for 35 years. He was a member of Plumbers and Pipefitters Union Local 32 in Seattle and of Sandy Point Yacht Club. He was preceded in death by his wife in 1989. Survivors include son Roger Rock of Kent and Gerald Rock of Marysville, one sister in Illinois, five grandchildren.

HUBERT, Mamie J. of Bellingham, WA, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 101 and had been a County resident since 1902. Mrs. Hubert was born February 6, 1896 in Minden Mines, Missouri, to Charles and Katherine (Hoyer) Hubby. She was a member of the First Advent Christian Church. She dedicated her life to her family and enjoyed reading and crocheting. Survivors include her daughters Dorothy Clement and Mary Joyce Bonsor, both of Bellingham; 4 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 14, 1997 at the First Advent Christian Church with Pastor David Crook officiating. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HUDDLE, Jerry Hewett, age 71, died at his home in Bellingham, WA, Monday, June 15, 1998, after a short illness. He was born in Portland, OR on May 30, 1927 to Fred B. and Laura M. (Hewett) Huddle. He was reared in Everett & Lake Stevens, WA, where he attended school. He graduated from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville in June, 1950, with a degree in law. On November 19, 1948, Jerry married Winifred L. Anderson of Troutdale, VA and Knoxville, TN. He served as a Marine in WWII & was in the mortgage-loan business for over 35 years in Skagit, Island, and Whatcom Counties before retiring in 1992. His hobbies included hiking photography, and the study of WWII military history. Survivors include his wife Winifred; sons, Douglas R. Huddle, Jerry H. Huddle, Jr.; daughter-in-law Georgianna Mann Huddle; grandson Nathan A. Huddle; granddaughter Sabory J. Huddle, all of Bellingham; sister L. Louise Rodgers of Redding, CA; 3 nieces and a nephew in CA & OR. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, June 19, 1998 at Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

HUDGINS, Susan Irene of Mount Vernon died at home Friday, June 6, 1997. She was 84. At her request, no service will be held. Born Dec. 23, 1912, to Richard and Clara Bowen in Rush County, Wis., she was raised in Blaine. Mrs. Hudgins moved to Bellingham in 1929 and to Mount Vernon in 1967. She worked in the restaurant industry. Survivors include daughters Irene Park of Bellingham and Lucille Hester of Houston, two sisters, nine grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Hawthorne Funeral Home.

HUDSON, Andrea J., age 56, died Sunday, June 8, (1997) at the family home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 5, 1941 in St. John's Newfoundland. She attended St. Patrick's Convent school and then began working as a telephone operator. It was during her work that she met her future husband, Lloyd Hudson, who was stationed there in the U.S. Air Force. They married in 1960 and lived in many places in the United States. They moved to Bellingham in 1971, where she went to work for NW Bell until its closure in 1980. She then went to work at Mount Baker Bank (US Savings Bank) until her retirement in 1996. Andrea loved her family, photography, travel, and sewing. She was a devoted wife and mother, and extended her warm and caring nature to all around her. She cared deeply about other people and has shared the joys and troubles of many, many people. Her faith in God has carried her through many difficult times, and she has been a member of Assumption Parish since 1971. Andrea was preceded in death by her parents, Dan and Millie Martin, and her mother-in-law, Lucille Cunningham. She is survived by her husband, Lloyd Hudson of Bellingham, son and daughter-in-law Mike and Dayle Hudson of Bellingham; daughter and husband Roxanne Hudson and John Bellow; brother Danny Martin of Coquitlam, B.C.; brother and sister-in-law, Kevin and Lenora Martin of Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, Canada; grandchildren Cory and Brittney Brock; father-in-law Ralph Cunningham; nieces and nephews; cousins; and her beloved Sheltie, Cory. A funeral mass will be held at Assumption Parish at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday June 11, 1997 and a reception will follow. All who loved her are invited to come celebrate her life with food, song and stories. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

HUDSON, Emma Roby, age 78, of 2835 Franklin St., passed away Thursday, July 30, (1964). A member of the Evangelical United Brethren Church, Mrs. Hudson was a 58-year resident of Bellingham. Survivors are one son, Charles M. Hudson and one grandson, Robert A. Hudson, both of Bellingham; one sister, Mrs. Mary Radley of Bronson, Michigan; several nieces and nephews including Gordon Packard and Dr. Lyle Packard, both of Anacortes. Services Will be conducted at the Jones Funeral Home by the Rev. Edward Hegle and the Rev. Edward Rogers Monday, August 3 at 1 p.m. Final resting place Woodlawn Cemetery.

HUDSON, Evelyn M. - A graveside service for Evelyn M. Hudson of Bellingham will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in Bayview Cemetery with the Rev. Richard Hussman officiating. Mrs. Hudson of 908 Indiana St. died Monday, Oct. 3, 1994, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 76. Born Nov. 23, 1917, to Allen and Florence Graham Burtenshaw, she lived her entire life in Bellingham. She married Charles Hudson on July 30, 1938, in Bellingham. Mrs. Hudson enjoyed gardening and cooking. Survivors include her husband of the family home, son Robert Hudson of Bellingham, sister Beverly Vance of Ferndale, and two granddaughters. Arrangements are by Jerns Leveck Funeral Home.

HUESTIS, Phyllis - Burial for Phyllis Huestis of Lynden will be at 10:15 a.m. today in Monumenta Cemetery, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. at Lynden United Methodist Church with the Rev. Joyce O'Connor-Magee officiating. Mrs. Huestis died Sunday, Aug. 17, 1997, at St. Francis Extended Health Care Center. She was 83. Born Aug. 14, 1914, to George and Nellie Donaldson Ramsey in Lincoln, Calif., she graduated from high school there in 1932 and from Armstrong College in 1936. She married Max Huestis on Sept. 26, 1937, in Lincoln. Mrs. Huestis taught at Mills College from 1936 to 1940 and received a master's degree in education from Chapman College in 1953. She taught second and third grade in Fullerton, Calif., until retiring in 1978. After her retirement, Mrs. Huestis moved to Lynden and was a member of Lynden United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1987 and sister Viola Thomas. Survivors include sons Herb Huestis of Delta, B.C., and Robert Huestis of Brisbane, Australia; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

HUFF, Clara C., age 84, of Bellingham, died Friday, March 7, 1997, in Bellingham. She was born July 29, 1912, in LaMotte, Iowa to Nicholas and Catherine (Welbus) Till and had been a Whatcom County resident for the past 45 years. Mrs. Huff had been employed as a waitress and also as a dental assistant. She was a member of Church of the Assumption. She married William W. Huff on Oct. 1, 1931, and he preceded her in death on May 19, 1985. She is survived by her daughter, Bonnie J. and husband James V. Hawley Jr. of Ferndale; grandchildren James G., Michael D., Jeffrey W. and Debbie J. Hawley; and eight great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Monday, March 24, 15 1 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Ron Slater officiating. Burial will be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From the Ferndale Record Journal, March 15, 1997) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HUFF, Robert "Jed" of Bellingham and LaCross, WI, died Sun. March 9, 1997 following a bicycle accident on the bike trail in Boulder, Colorado. The cause of death is pending a coroner's investigation. He was 35. He was born Jan. 5, 1962 in Reno, Nevada to Robert W. Huff and Marilyn J. Matthews Huff. Jed valued love and friendship over materialism & consumerism. He was a strong advocate of simplifying his life so that he could spend more time on the most important things in life, such as; building relationships with family & friends; helping others to develop their potential; helping other less fortunate & teaching others new skills & life experiences. He was good with children & they like him. He accepted all kinds of people & he had a sense of humor. Jed lived life to the fullest and often pushed it to the extremes. He enjoyed bicycling, hiking, skiing, and swimming in rivers. His parting wirds to friends on the last night of his life were "do what you need & want to do because we are all here for such a short time". He was found later with his bicycle on a beautiful bike trail beside a clear mountain creek. Survivors include his father of LaCross; his mother, Marilyn J. Nieckarz of LaCross; his maternal grandmother, Delorus Matthews of Cleveland, Oklahoma; his sister, Jamie Pinski of LaCross and his brother Chris Huff of Whitefish, Montana. A Memorial gathering of friends will be held on Thursday, March 13, 1997 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Fairhaven Pavilion, Fairhaven Park. Please bring dish to pass for potluck dinner. Jed believed deeply in preserving the environment and natural quality of life.

HUGHES, Frances Irene Connors "Connie" of Bellingham, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 1997. She is survived by her son Richard (Sally-Sue) of Orcas Island, daughter-in-law Judy of Orcas Island, grandchildren Ken (Lael), Kathy, Karen (Barry) and Rick, all of the Seattle area and three precious great grandchildren, Christina, Madison and Garrett and several cousins. Connie was predeceased by her husband Victor A., son Victor C. and grandson Steven. Connie was born November 10, 1904 in St. Louis, MO. Her family was very mobile for a time and she lived in many areas including Mexico City where her dad evacuated her, her mom and brother during the Pancho Villa uprising. Her Dad (a railroad engineer) followed, bringing the last train out of Mexico. Her family proved up on a claim in Tucumcary, NM and eventually migrated to Minot, ND. She met Victor A. Hughes in Seattle while she was working as a dental assistant and they dated for some time. She moved back to Minot, ND for several months before they married. Connie was very active in a number of organizations in Bellingham, including the "Bandage Group" during the World War II later called the "Sewing Circle", Aftermath, 65 year member of PEO, St. Luke's Guild, Bellingham Yacht Club, Bellingham Golf and Country Club, Washington Athletic Club and many other organizations. Connie and her family have owned property in the Shorewood area (Doe Bay) on Orcas Island for over 50 years. Connie and husband Vic, Sr. spent many summers at their refurbished "fish trappers shack" (circa 1875) in Shorewood. Connie was such a lady and her greatest asset was her caring -- always sharing -- concern and giving assistance and encouragement to loved ones, friends and neighbors. She was an excellent hostess and grand entertainer. We all miss her. A family graveside service will be at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 1997 at Bayview Cemetery. A memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m. at Garden Street Methodist Church, with Dr. Leslie Ann Knight officiating. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HUGHES, Margaret Ellen, of Seattle, died of cancer Monday, Jan. 13, 1997, at Hospice Northwest in Seattle. She was 64. A private service will be held. Born March 19, 1932, to Stephen and Nellie Ettrick Fowler Jones in Barnet, Hertford, England, she lived near London and emigrated to the United States in 1955. She married Benjamin B. Hughes in 1961 in Seattle. Mrs. Hughes lived on Fidalgo Island from 1966 to 1990. She worked as an orthoptist in Houston, Texas, and as a records managements specialist after receiving a master's degree in Archives and Records Managements at Western Washington University. Mrs. Hughes was proud of her British heritage and made frequent trips to England. She was an avid historian and collector of British memorabilia. She also enjoyed reading, horticulture and flower arranging. Survivors include son David Hughes of Bellingham; daughter Bronwen Casper of Mercer Island; and two grandchildren.

HUISMAN, John, age 59, of Everson, Route 2, passed away in a local hospital Thursday, April 28, (1949), following a short illness. Mr. Huisman had been a resident of the Everson district for the past ten years. Surviving relatives include his wife, Alberdina; one daughter, Mrs. Henry Abbott, of Malaga, Wash.; three sons, Sgt. Ernest Huisman, of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Harold, of Route 1, Everson, and Jack, of Lynden. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, May 3, at 2 p.m. at the First Reform Church, in Lynden, with the Rev. A. Van Bronkhorst, of Nooksack, officiating. Interment in Monumenta Cemetery, under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden.

HUIZENGA, Donald of Lynden died suddenly at St. Joseph Hospital on Friday, July 26, (2002) at the age of 72. Born in Hines, California on February 18, 1930, he was the son of Jacob and Dora (Mellema) Huizenga. In 1943 the family first moved to Everett and then to Sumas where he was married to Lena VanderVeen on March 15, 1950. Mr. Huizenga first operated a dairy farm near Sumas and then in 1961 started a sawdust hauling business with one of his brothers. In the late sixty's he went to work for Mt. Baker Plywood where he was employed until becoming disabled. He was a former member of the Sumas Christian Reformed Church where he also served as a Deacon and was currently a member of the First Christian Reformed Church in Lynden. He was also active in AA for a number of years. He was preceded by his parents and is survived by his wife Lena; daughter Debbie Holland and husband Mark of Ferndale; sons Jake Huizenga and wife Kathy of Tacoma, Bob Huizenga and wife Linda of Bellingham, Mike Huizenga and wife Glenda of Raymond, WA, and Mark Huizenga also of Bellingham; seventeen grand and eight great-grandchildren; brothers Albert Huizenga and wife Jennie of Lynden and Gilbert Huizenga and wife Marian of Everson; sisters Agnes Lankhaar and husband Bill and Betty Hilverda and husband Bonne all of Lynden and numerous other relatives. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.

HULFORD, Elsie L. - A graveside service for Elsie L. Hulford of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Memorial Park with John Gamlen officiating. Ms. Hulford died Sunday, April 13, 1997, Alderwood Convalescent Center. She was 79. Born Aug. 15, 1917, to Everett and Margaret Bartox Hulford in Custer County, Mont., she lived in Whatcom County since 1926. She worked as a housekeeper and enjoyed bowling, gardening and yard work. Survivors include her aunt, Shirley Orde, of Bellingham and numerous other relatives.

HUME, Elsie Handerson passed away at her home in Sedro-Woolley, Thursday, July 19, (1945) at the age of 60 years. Mrs. Hume had been a resident of Bellingham and Sumas for 30 years, before moving to Sedro-Woolley two years ago. She was a member and past Noble Grand of the Rebekah lodge of Sumas. She is survived by her husband, Ray Hume, and son, John Arthur Dever, Los Angeles; two grandchildren, John and Jan; her mother, Mrs. Mary Sanders, Bellingham; two sisters, Mrs. Cecil Shumaker, Valdez, Alaska; Leola Lee, Bellingham; four brothers, Wiley C. and John F. Sanders, Olympia; Milford J. Sanders, San Francisco, and Stewart K. Sanders, Compton, Calif., and numerous nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be conducted in the Lemley Mortuary, in Sedro-Woolley, Wednesday, July 25, at 1 p.m., by the Rev. V. C. Shafer, of the First Presbyterian church. Graveside services will be conducted by Bay View cemetery, Bellingham, Wednesday, July 25, at 3 p.m.
(From the Bellingham Herald of July 24, 1945) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HUMPHREYS, Arthur William - A prayer service for Arthur William Humphreys of Lummi Nation will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Lummi Shaker Church. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church with Wilfred Alec and Sonny Sam officiating. Mr. Humphreys of 2758 Cagey Road, Bellingham, died Monday, May 23, 1994, at his home after a short illness. He was 88. Born Feb. 12, 1906, in Duncan, B.C., he had been a county resident since 1923. He married Ann Loretta Paul on Sept. 28, 1941, in Port Gamble, B.C. Mr. Humphreys was "jack of all trades" carpenter, plumber, landscaper and house inspector. A member of the Indian Shaker Church and the HUD Housing board, his favorite activities were canoe pulling, landscaping and woodcarving. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Elizabeth Humphreys. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Bill Humphreys of Lummi and Tom Humphreys of Shelton; daughters Judy George, Sharon Humphreys, Sue Fisher, Lynette Humphreys and Kathy Harrie, all of Lummi, Clara Cooper Harvey of Everett, Eileen Penn of La Push, Loretta Olson of Boise, Idaho, and Dorothy Bob of Nanoose, B.C.; stepbrother John Shepard of British Columbia; sister Rose Goodale of Nanaimo, B.C.; 42 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale.

HUNT, Emma Louise, 73, of 3127 Cherrywood Ave., died on Sun. Sept. 8, 1991 after an extended illness. She was born Emma Louise Noeth on Jan. 16, 1918 to Edmond and Emma B. Noeth, in St. Louis Missouri. She married Charles R. Hunt on Nov. 25, 1944 in Los Angeles, California. Mrs. Hunt was an avid Bible Student and very active in Bible educational work with the local congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She is survived by her husband, Charles R. Hunt and family, Carl S. and Vicki L. Hunt, Norman Gayle & Pamela J. Hunt, Jack E. & Sara Ann Pike, James E. & Emma Jean Shephard; her mother, Emma B. Carter; brother, Richard L. Roudebush & wife Shirley; 2 granddaughters, Jennifer Lynn Hunt and Brenda Louise Pike, and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 2935 Birchwood, Bellingham. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.

HUNT, Rodney B. – A memorials service for Rodney B. Hunt of Lakewood, Calif., formerly of Whatcom County, will be from 1 to 3 p.m. July 23 at Bellingham Bible Chapel in Bellingham. Mr. Hunt died of complications caused by ischemic colitis on Tuesday, April 4, 2000 at Lakewood Regional Medical Center. He was 76. Born July 7, 1923 to John and Olive Hunt in Ontario, Calif., he lived in Whatcom County from 1936 to 1950. Mr. Hunt attended Sumas Nooksack Union High School. Before graduating, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served as a surgical technician on the European front during World War II. Following his military service, he earned his high school diploma and later graduated from barber school. Mr. Hunt owned the Paramount barber shop in Long Beach, Calif. until 1994. An avid sports fisherman of salmon and steelhead, he shared his expertise with others. He also enjoyed gardening and cooking. His brother John Hunt and sister Margaret Hunt died previously. Survivors include brothers Robert M. Hunt of Ferndale and Charles E. Hunt of Stockholm, Sweden; sisters Lynn M. Hunt and Grace Cunningham, both of Bellingham, Kathleen Jansen of Camano Island and Ruth Bolles of Boulder, Colo.; and 23 nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jul 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HUNTER, Evelyn V., age 88, went home to be with the Lord on July 20, 2007 at home in Bellingham. She was born December 8, 1918 in Lamerton, Alberta to Edwin T. and Lillian (Marshall) Hunter. Evelyn worked as a public health nurse and medical missionary. She had a heart for missions, Christian camping, and was a prayer warrior. Evelyn was an active council member and volunteer at the Firs. She is survived by her nieces Joan Bugge of Vancouver, B.C. and Carol Oakey of Delta, B.C., nephew Tim Mowat of Victoria, B.C., and many loving friends. Special thanks to the many friends and caregivers who have attended her over the past few years, including Dr. James Hopper, Jason and Tony Sims, Whatcom Hospice, and Visiting Angels. A Memorial Service will be held at Northlake Community Church on Saturday July 28 at 10 a.m., followed by a reception.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jul 2007, Tue) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

HUNTER, Doris M. of Bellingham died Saturday, Jan. 11, 1997. She was 90. At her request, there will be no service. Born Oct. 24, 1906, to Thaddeus and Ora Clark Hunter in Goldfield, Nev., she lived in Whatcom County since 1928. Survivors include cousin Harold Green of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HUNTER, Raymond N. II "Bugs" of Bellingham died Thursday, July 3, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 18. He was born Jan. 5, 1979, in Bellingham to Raymond N. and Lorraine E. (Warwick) Hunter. He was a 1997 Bellingham High School graduate and worked at Little Caesars Pizza in Ferndale. Mr. Hunter was an avid BMX racer and enjoyed roller blading, motorcycles, fly fishing, football, his Huskie dog, Kali. He also enjoyed helping others and spending time with family and friends, he had a special affinity for Tommy and other special-needs children. He had enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was scheduled to begin military service Oct. 7. He was preceded in death by a maternal grandmother and his paternal grandparents. Survivors include his parents of the family home; brothers Kevin Hunter of Port Angeles, Howard and Tom "Mr. T" Hunter of Bellingham; sisters Rayna Hunter, Kimberly Hunter and Tammy Neely, all of Bellingham, and Tracie Hunter of Sedro-Woolley; grandfather Eugene Warwick of Ferndale; and numerous aunts and uncles and foster brothers and sisters. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, 2750 McLeod Road in Bellingham with Pastor Dick Christensen officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HUNTER, Russell M. of 2818 Old Fairhaven Parkway died Thursday, Nov. 16, 1995, at Mount Baker Care Center. He was 91. A memorial service will be held in Grand Rapids, Mich. Born Aug. 27, 1904, to Truman John and Petrinella Delnay Hunter in Grand Rapids, he graduated from South High School there in 1924 and from the University of Michigan School of Business in 1928. He married Pauline Coon on May 3, 1930. Mr. Hunter was a wholesale plumbing supply salesman for Campbell Supply Co. until he retired in 1983 at age 79. He was a lifetime member of Fountain Street Church in Grand Rapids. He and his wife lived in Grand Rapids until they moved to Orcas Island to live near a daughter. Survivors include his wife of Bellingham; daughters Ann Stanhope of Orcas Island and Phyllis Myer of Roswell, Ga.; son Paul Hunter of Federal Way; brother Truman John Hunter Jr. of Grand Rapids; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HUNTLEY, Gilbert "Gib" died Sunday, Nov. 30, 1997 at the age of 92 after a long illness at St. Francis Care Center. He was born October 25, 1905 in Webb, Iowa to John and Lucella Huntley. The family moved to Whatcom County in 1916. Gilbert worked as a logger for a short time then went to work for Bloedels in 1927 til 1946. He then went to Pacific Veneer and Plywood. He retired from P. M. Northwest in 1972. He was Boys Advisor and friend to many at Bellingham High Schools Tomahawk Club from 1947-1952. Gib had few hobbies but spent most of his life caring for his grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and two sisters. He is survived by his wife Marie of 70 years, son Dick and wife Patty, grandsons Gil and wife Darlene, Dick Jr. and wife Donna, Bob and wife Jyl, John and wife Tanna, great grandchildren Jared, Kevin, Jesse, Chad, Terra, Jake, Jeremy, Kesha, Joshua and Dakota. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wed. Dec. 3, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. at Assumption Catholic Church, Father Jay DeFaico officiant. Interment in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

HUNTLEY, Marie Louise, age 96 of Bellingham, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2003 after a short illness at Shuksan Health Care Center. She was born in Vancouver, B.C. on May 2, 1907 to Pete and Clara Comeau. She was married to Gilbert Huntley for 70 years and lived in Whatcom County since 1928. He preceded her in death in 1997. Marie was a member of Assumption Church, Catholic Daughters of America, St. Joseph Auxiliary, and a volunteer for St. Joseph Hospital. She worked at JC Penney for many years and after retirement, worked for Good Earth Nutrition. Marie is survived by her son Richard, wife Pat; her sister Laurie McPherson of California; four grandson Gilbert, wife Dar; Richard Jr., wife Donna; Robert, wife Jyl; John, wife Tanna, all of Whatcom County; ten great-grandchildren Jared, Chad, Kevin, Terra, Dakota, Jesse, Jake, Kesha, Jeremy, & Josh; & three great-great-grandsons Kaleb, Hayden, and Kyler. A visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 15 from 12-5 p.m. Funeral Services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 16 at Assumption Church, with Father Frank Schuster officiating. A Graveside Service will follow at Greenacres Cemetery. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Center Broadway at Eldridge.

HUNTLEY, Mildred Florence - Visitation for Mildred "Mickey" Florence Huntley of Bellingham will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday and 11 a.m. to noon Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale. A memorial service with closed casket will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Rex Watt officiating. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Huntley died Thursday, Sept. 2, 1999, at Christian Health Care Center in Lynden. She was 88. Born Jan. 16, 1911, to Robert and Effie (Headley) Elwood in Sutton, Neb., she lived in Fort Benton, Mont., before moving to Whatcom County. She was a 1929 Mount Baker High School graduate. In 1931, she married Leroy Huntley. They divorced in 1957. Mrs. Huntley worked for Needhams Nursing Home for many years. She enjoyed her vegetable and floral gardens and was known for her cooking. Her hobbies included reading, playing the harmonica, crocheting and making quilts and afghans. Her three brothers, one grandchild and one great-grandchild died previously. Survivors include her daughters Betty Rickenbaucker of Lynden and Barbara Jorgenson of Aberdeen son Howard Huntley of Bremerton sisters LaVera Huntley of Bellingham and Betty Byrd of Ferndale nine grandchildren 14 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

HUOTTE, Wilden L. of Bellingham died Monday, Oct. 13, 1997. She was 77 and a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. Born July 20, 1920, to Arthur C. and Louise Johnston in Ferndale, Mrs. Huotte attended Meridian schools and graduated from Meridian High School in 1939. Mrs. Huotte completed the nursing program at St. Luke's Hospital in 1943, and was commissioned in the Army Nurse Corps. She served as a first lieutenant in the 202nd General Hospital and 85th Evacuation Hospital in Europe during World War II. Later, she was office nurse for Dr. Ralph Taylor and an industrial nurse for ARCO Products Co. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy, whom she married in 1951, daughter Joyce Huyotte (sic) Borden, twin brother, Willard Johnston, sister Mabel Hamel and brother Merle Johnston. Survivors include her brother Irvin Johnston, son-in-law Merv Borden, two grandchildren and nieces and nephews. At her request, no services will be held. Her ashes will be placed in the family plot at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

HUSEBY, Henry J., aged 39 years, passed away at Salem, Ore., Tuesday, May 2, following an accident. Sergeant Huseby had been in the U.S. army the past eighteen months and was stationed at Marfa army airfield at Marfa, Texas. Previous to his entry into service he was engaged in farming on Lummi Island where he was also a member of the Grange. Surviving is his sister, Anna Marie Huseby, of Seattle, Wash. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. W. Carl Calhoun, Monday, May 8, at 3 p.m. Final resting place, Lummi island cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald Sunday, May 7, 1944 p. 17)

HUSTEAD, Agnes M., age 84 of Bellingham, WA, died March 9, 1997 at Mt. Baker Care Center. She was born July 18, 1912 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to John and Anna (Johnson) Hansen. Agnes married Harold Hustead May 1935 in Olympia, WA. They moved to Whatcom Co. in 1940. Mrs. Hustead was a member of the Lutheran Church, Culinary and Beverage Workers Union, and Elks Club. She was an avid Bingo player. Preceded in death by her husband, Harold Hustead in 1992, four brothers, and one sister. Survived by her sister, Helen Lundquist of Hoquiam, WA, and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

HUTCHINSON, Bryce Arvard, age 85, formerly of Lynden, died in Riverside, CA June 13, 2002. He is survived by his wife of 64 yrs. Mildred; sons Karl and Wayne; daughter-in-law Suzi; sister Myrne Bailey of Ferndale; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Interment will be at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Riverside, CA.

HYLAND, Daniel David died on Sunday morning, September 25, 2005, at his home on Weidkamp Road, in Lynden. Dan was born in Edmonton, Alberta, on May 17, 1933. His varied work experiences took him to many parts of the globe, from the high arctic, to Australia, to the Sudan. He became a licensed pilot at age 25, and spent many years as a commercial pilot, which he loved. Dan married Jennie Stolte in Cape Town, South Africa, on October 27, 1970. Their daughter Naomi was born there in 1973. Dan, Jennie and Naomi settled in Lynden in 1976. Dan will be greatly missed by his family and friends. At his request there will be no service. Family and friends are welcome to an open house in memory of Dan at his home, 9005 Weidkamp Road, Lynden, Saturday, October 1, from 2-5 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Sep 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

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