RAAB, Peter Michael 12-24-47/8-23-97 - Peter passed away on Saturday morning August 23, 1997. For nearly two years he was unwavering in his twofold battle against cancer and the threats to his family fortune. During his life he stood for what was good, right and fair. A powerful man by his presence alone, with a deep voice and rugged manner, he stood tall amongst the crowd with the strength of his convictions. Peter accomplished in his short lifetime what everyone dreams of having; true love, a wonderful son, reasonable wealth and genuine peace and happiness. He served briefly in the navy during the Vietnam era, and traveled widely in the U.S. and Mexico. He graduated from Western Washington University in Business and Latin American Studies. Peter lived a life of adventure, always seeking the edge and exploring new territory. He was passionate about driving high performance cars over great distances and breeding Tennessee walking horses. He established an international trading company, Peregrine Traders, Inc., many years ago, when such ideas were new and just emerging. Shortly afterwards he was co-founder of Nielsen Brothers, Inc., a Bellingham based timber and development company. Peter was born December 24, 1947 in Seattle, WA to Robert James and Betty Ann (Robinson) Raab. He married Vidette Davoli May 3 1992 in Seattle, WA. Peter is survived by his wife, Vidette Davoli-Raab; brother, Anthony Robert Raab; and sister, Penelope Pat Raab. The Raab family is deeply grateful to all who lovingly helped and supported him during his final months. The riches of Peter's soul and the breadth of his wisdom will remain forever with his family and friends. Funeral service will be held at Church of the Assumption at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, 1997. An old fashioned wake, in celebration of Peter's life, will be held at the family home following the funeral. Everyone, with the exception of owners and employees of Nielsen Brothers, Inc. is welcome to attend all services. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home, Bellingham, WA..

RADDER, Leonard, age 66, of Lynden, Rt. 2, passed away at his home Sunday, May 8, following a lingering illness. He had been a resident of the Lynden district for the past 45 years. He is survived by his wife, Dena; one daughter, Mrs. Jeannette Nobach of Deming; two sons, Lowell of Lynden Rt.2, Marvin of Nooksack; seven grandchildren; three brothers, Cornelius of Sumas, William of Lynden Rt. 2, Peter of Everson; six sisters, Mrs. George Haveman, Mrs. Gerrit Noteboom, Mrs. Jack Troost, Mrs. Lupe DeKoster, Mrs. Bert Bruner, all of Lynden, Mrs. John Kroontje of Everson. The remains rest at the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. Final arrangements will be made later.

RADE, Vincent D. - Lifetime Bellingham resident, Vincent D. Rade, passed away Aug. 1, 1997. He was 82. Born February 16, 1915 to John and Dora Rade. He married Vivian Thompson in Bellingham July 15, 1947. After graduating from Fairhaven High School he was a commercial fisherman for many years. He retired from Brooks Lumber in 1980. Vince was never idle. He had boundless energy. He was a free spirit who enjoyed fishing, hunting, clam digging, being at the waterfront. He would look forward to picking blackberries and mushrooms. Took pride in yard care and tending to his vegetable garden, sharing his bounty with family and friends. He enjoyed grocery shopping and was a great cook. He could face a challenge and complete the task. A handyman who repaired everything, his sense of humor was unique which brought his family laughter. Vince was very knowledgeable and enjoyed listening to music. There was a soft tender side of Vince not often seen by others. He would shed tears and feel compassion during family needs. He could sense of problem before it was shared. Although his past year has been difficult, it was a year of sharing love and quality time. We have no regrets. Vince was amazing during his continuing loss of strength. He was determined to stay on his feet and this determination kept him on his feet - to the end. He did not complain during this decline, he was frustrated with a body that would no longer allow him to do what his sharp, intelligent mind and youthful spirit wanted to do, who was to GO and DO! Vince was preceded in death by his brother, Nick Rade. Survivors include his beloved wife, Vivian, of the family home; a daughter, Sharon D. Wagner of Bellingham; granddaughter, Dawn and husband Brian Mankle of Bellingham; great-grandsons, Brandon and Brett; sisters Lou Hairston of Phoenix, AZ, Catherine and husband Harold Whitman of Port Townsend; sister-in-law Mary Rade of Tacoma; nieces, nephews and cousins. Vince was grateful for his wife's quiet loving support. He admired his daughter's courage and ability. His granddaughter was his "little girl" and she adored her Papa. Brian was as his own son, and he was so proud of Brandon and Brett. Vince was in a care facility just one night. He was like a fish out of water. A bird without wings. His daughter promised to bring him home. The day he died was a good day for him. He felt more strength and encouraged with hope in his weak heart. He passed away quickly into the arms of the Lord. And now, he is really HOME, a perfect place of peace and love. Special appreciation is expressed to neighbors and friends who cared, helped and prayed during his time. Graveside services at Bayview Cemetery, Tuesday, August 5, at 1:00 p.m. Retired pastor, respected friend, Mamie Kunkle officiating. Jones-Homes Funeral Home.

RAFTER, Claude E. Jr., 66, of Bellingham died Thursday (Sept. 26, 1991) at Sehome Park Care Center. Mr. Rafter was born March 23, 1925 in Seattle to Claude and Hazel McNulty Rafter. He served three years in the U.S. Coast Guard in WWII, and earned three combat awards, including the Bronze Star. He move to Whatcom County in 1982 from Seattle, where he was a contractor in a concrete construction business. Survivors include his mother, Hazel Rafter of Bellingham; daughters, Pam Ford and Robin McMahon, both of Centralia; son, Michael Rafter of Lyle; and four grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

RAGAN, Virginia - A memorial service for Virginia "Ginny" E. (Moen) Ragan of Bellingham will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Central Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen officiating. Mrs. Ragan died Friday, Sept. 10, 1999, at her home. She was 74. Born June 2, 1925, to Elmer and Emelia (Lindenthal) Moen in Bellingham, she was a lifetime Bellingham resident and a 1943 Bellingham High School graduate. Mrs. Ragan worked as a telephone operator for Pacific Northwest Bell from 1943 to 1951. In 1947, she married Doug Ragan. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and traveling. Survivors include her husband, of the family home sons Allen Ragan of Mill Creek and Steven Ragan of Sarasota, Fla. daughter Linda Ruthrauff of Bellingham sister Mary Jane Moen of Bellingham and five grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

RAGER, Nancy Louise - A service for Nancy Louise Rager of 760 Chuckanut Shore Road will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at her residence. Ms. Rager died in a drowning accident Monday, May 26, 1997. She was 39. Born Dec. 16, 1957, in New York City, she was a local resident since 1990. Ms. Rager held a bachelor's degree in forestly from the University of Washington and a master's degree in computer science from the University of California at Davis. She worked as a computer programmer trainer. She enjoyed kayaking in the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian oceans and climbed Mount Kilmanjaro twice. Survivors include her partner Debra Salazar of Bellingham, close friend Anita Derry of Portland, Ore., and brother John Rager of Amherst, Mass.

RAHRICH, Lawrence W. – A celebration of life for Lawrence William Rahrich of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Jerns Funeral Chapel. Mr. Rahrich died Sunday, Oct 1, 2000 at his home. He was 50. Mr. Rahrich was born April 4, 1950 to Leo R. and Amy A. (Lain) Rahrich in Renton. He loved playing his guitar, camping and fishing. He also loved animals. Survivors include his wife, Karen (Rea) Rahrich of the family home; son Gabriel M. Rahrich of Bellingham; and mother of Seattle.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Oct 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RALSTIN, David Allen of 636 Clark Road died at home Friday, Jan. 31, 1997. He was 53. Services will be held in Los Gatos, Calif. Born June 18, 1943, in Enid, Okla., Mr. Ralstin married Kathryn Fields on Nov. 4, 1978, in Santa Cruz, Calif. He attended San Francisco State University and served in the U.S. Marine Corps. A builder and developer, he lived in Bellingham since 1993. He was a member of St. Francis Yacht Club and enjoyed traveling and fishing. Survivors include his wife of Bellingham, son Ryan Ralstin of Bellingham, daughters Rachele Ralstin of San Jose, Calif., and Carolyn Mayeda of Oakhurst, Calif.; his mother, Jacqualine Ralstin of Los Gatos; brother Danny Ralstin of Cheney, Kan.; sisters Becky Rose of Danville, Calif., Debbie McRoberts of Roseville, Calif., and Leah Bergen of Medina, Minn.; one grandchild. There are numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Darling Fischer Funeral Home in Los Gatos.

RAMBO, Cedric Thomas (Tom) Jr. aged 52, passed away suddenly April 21st in Florida. Tom was born Dec 16, 1953, in Medford, Oregon to Dr. Cedric Rambo and Dorothy (Munro) Rambo. As a child, Tom developed a love of boating and became a Sea Scout while attending Sehome High School. He then enlisted in the Navy and was stationed in San Diego, CA, where he received training in anti-submarine warfare and served as a rescue swimmer until his honorable discharge in 1981. Tom returned to Bellingham with his wife and daughter where he accepted a job in management with Fred Meyer before going into real estate. Following the death of his much loved mother, Tom moved to the Florida Keys to be near his father, where he was able to fulfill his life-long love of sailing by living aboard his sailboat The Wanderer. Tom lived life fully and had many passions. He was a voracious reader and loved crossword puzzles, fishing, warm weather and a cold beer. Tom made friends easily wherever he went with his huge heart, ready smile, quick wit and wonderful sense of humor. He was funloving, energetic, and the light of our family gatherings. His great nature and warm smile will be sorely missed. Tom was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy, and his father-in-law, Bruce Geleynse. He is survived by his father, Dr. Cedric Rambo of Key Largo, FL; his brother Dr. William Rambo; sister-in-law Arlene and niece Rebecca, of Ashburn, VA; his sister Patty (Rambo) Johnston, brother-in-law Robert and nephews Scott and Kendall Bucklin; his daughter Amy (Rambo) Palmby, son-in-law Rick and grandson Kaleb; his friend and former wife Jan Rambo, all of Bellingham. He also leaves behind his boyhood friends Lee Freeman, Doug Haskins, and Mark Newton, also of Bellingham, along with many other friends here, Wenatchee and the Florida Keys. He will forever remain in our hearts and memories. A celebration of his life will be held Wednesday, Jun 7 at 6 p.m. at Squalicum Harbor Boathouse. Refreshments and food will be served.
(The Bellingham Herald, 12 May 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RAMELLA, Dreama Ellen died Dec. 31, 1997, at her home in Bellingham. She was 61. Services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at Westford Funeral Home in Bellingham. Mrs. Ramella was born on Oct 4, 1936, in Long Acre, W. Va., to Benjamin and Alla (Aliff) Canterbury. Prior to coming to Bellingham in 1983, she had lived in Maryland. Relatives include her children, Steven Newhouse and Mack Newhouse, both of Bellingham; Melissa Miller of Kendall, Ruth Rowles of Flintstone, Md., and Diana Ramella of Bellingham; loving companion John Ramella of Bellingham and numerous brothers and sisters in West Virginia.

RAMERMAN, Grace - A memorial service for Grace Ramerman of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Geneva Community Church with the Rev. William Gilfillan officiating. Mrs. Ramerman died Wednesday, June 11, 1997. She was 75. Born Nov. 21, 1922, to Abel and Jennie Dyke Brink in Lynden, she married Allan Ramerman there on Oct. 14, 1944. Mrs. Ramerman was a member of Geneva Community Church. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1996. Survivors include son Gerald Ramerman of Bellingham; daughters Beverlee Leeper of Houston and Joyce Benthein of Bellingham; brothers Gordon Brink and Alfred Brink, both of Lynden; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

RAMSTEAD, June M., age 75, died August 4, 1997 in Bellingham. She is survived by her daughter, Jill Ramstead, Blaine; son and daughter in law, Erik and Amy Ramstead, Everson, WA; granddaughters, Sarah Bressler; Erika and Lauren Ramstead; grandson, Peter Bressler; sister-in-law, C. Jeannette Peterson; niece Jana Claire Peterson, both of Blaine; grandniece, Shannon Dunn, Birch Bay; longtime friend, Gerald Swanson, Birch Bay. She was preceded in death by her husband, Randy Ramstead in 1981. June was a resident of Birch Point where she enjoyed her family and friends, and the beach. She was a model in her early years and worked for the Telephone Company, at the Bellingham Herald and Georgia Pacific before starting a family. June was a member of the Freja Club in conjunction with Stafholt Auxiliary, Cancer Auxiliary of Whatcom County, Bellingham Golf and Country Club, former vice president of the Whatcom County Orthopedic Guild. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, August 7, 1997, 2:00 p.m. in the Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. The Reverend Don Walter, officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

RANDALL, Carol Ann (Wixson), 63, of Sumas, formerly of Snohomish County died Mar. 31, 1997 at Skagit Valley Convalescent Center. She was born March 22, 1934 in Kirkland, WA. She graduated from Snohomish High School in 1953. She was a homemaker most of her life, only later becoming a certified nurses aide. On March 1, 1954, she married the late Kermit C. E. Randall in Snohomish, making their first home in Lake Stevens, WA. Survivors include two sons, Tully D. and (Mary) of Sultan and their children, Jamie and KaCey, Dane C. of Sumas; two daughters, Wendy L. and (Robert E.) Minnieweather of Port Orchard and their children, Vicki and Robert, Jr., Krista F. Randall of Sumas; one sister, Beverly Graves of Everett; and her father Chester E. Wixson of Everett; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruby M. (Haugen) Wixson and her brother, Wallace Wixson. Visitation Wednesday 10:00 a.m. - 8 p.m. Funeral service Thursday, April 3, 1997, 1:00 p.m. Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.

RANDELL, June Irene, of Blaine, passed away on Dec 20 at the age of 80. She was preceded in death by her husband Jacob (Randy), sister Mary and husband Charles Miles of Santa Rosa, Calif, and grandson Timothy of Michigan. She is survived by brother Jack and wife Gloria Eastman of Blaine and brother Glen and wife Aline Eastman of Custer. Her four children also survive her: Donna and husband Dave Ammon of Charlotte, Michigan, Patsy and husband Gary LaBree of Omak, Tim and wife Kathy Randell of Ferndale, and Joe and wife Joanne Randell of Bellingham, many grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. June was born in Blaine and loved the town and its people. In 1945, she married Jacob Randell who was stationed in Blaine and serving in the Royal Canadian Air Force at Boundary Bay Airport. She and her husband took years of dance lessons and loved dancing and music. She was an avid gardener and card player. She loved the water and spent many days boating the islands and walking the beaches. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. At her request, there will be no service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Dec 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RANDOLPH, George Henry, age 90, of Bellingham, passed away Wed., Apr. 23, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born May 27, 1906, in Douglas, AZ to George and Lottie (Orozco) Randolph and had been a Whatcom County resident for 31 years. Married Marie Cully on Oct. 16, 1937, in Bellingham. Mr. Randolph retired from the U.S. Navy after 30 years of service, was a member of the Fleet Reserve in Bellingham and member of the B.P.O. Elks Lodge #479, in Everett. Survived by his wife, Marie A. Randolph of the family home; brother, Leo A. Randolph of San Pedro, CA; nephews: Leo Randolph, George, Lyn & Neal Randolph all of San Pedro, CA; and numerous other family members. There will be no service at Mr. Randolph's request. Inurnment at Greenacres Memorial Park. Greenacres Funeral Home.

RANDOLPH, Jessie Fremont, aged 82 years, passed away at the home of her daughter at Van Zandt, Saturday, March 8, (1941) following a short illness. Mrs. Randolph had resided at Van Zandt for the past twenty-five years and leaves the following survivors: one son, Cyrus at San Francisco; three daughters, Mrs. Daniel J. Loop, Van Zandt, Wash., Mrs. Michael J. Kearney and Mrs. Roy Ebbert at Seattle; nine grand and six great-grandchildren; four (sic) sisters, Mrs. Aurilla Yost in Iowa, Mrs. Myrtle Reed, and Mrs. Clara Smith at Corbett, Ore.; one brother, Eugene Kincaid in Texas. Services were conducted at the Van Zandt Nazarene Church by the Rev. John Frazier Tuesday, March 11 at 3 p.m. Cremation at Harlow-Hollingsworth.

RANEY, Dorothy Jane McVeigh was born on June 7, 1923 in Oskaloosa, Iowa and died a citizen of the world on March 30, 2007. During her life she lived on the east and west coasts of the U.S., in Europe and Asia, and she traveled extensively in pursuit of beauty and a personal understanding of the world. Although in some ways she remained a strong, quiet mid-westerner, she also developed a global outlook through her abiding passion and commitment to the life of the Earth and its people. Jane was the second daughter born to Dorothy Simmons McVeigh and Henry Hancock McVeigh. After leaving Iowa they moved several times in the midwest and California and then settled in Spokane, Washington. Her mother spoke of hearing school children running home for lunch outside the Mercy Hospital in the days following her birth and perhaps because of this early influence Jane always loved school. In June 1941 Jane graduated from Lewis & Clark High School in Spokane then entered Mills College as a Trustees Scholar that fall. While earning a BA in Art History she also volunteered as a Red Cross nurse's aid, attended some of the first meetings of the United Nations Organization in San Francisco, and became a member of the San Francisco Potters' Guild. Her ceramic work was exhibited in several museums in the Bay Area. In April 1945 as student body president, she christened the Liberty Ship "Mills Victory." In June 1945 June graduated Phi Beta Kappa. After graduation she moved to New York City to attend the Art Student's League, studying figure and composition under Howard Trafton. In 1947 Jane was hired by Washington State College in Pullman as an instructor in drawing, composition, jewelry and ceramics. During this period she enticed our father, Franklin Chalmers Raney, into her art studio by means of fresh popcorn. They were married in Spokane in 1948. During the next six years they moved from Spokane to Ithaca, NY; to Landsburgh, Germany during the Korean war; to Pleasant Hill, CA; and finally Davis, CA in 1954, acquiring four children along the way. Jane obtained a teaching credential at UC Davis and taught art at nearby Vacaville High School until the family moved to Bellingham in 1966. In Bellingham Jane worked as a substitute teacher and as a real estate broker with Lakeway Realty, Morris Piha Realty and Walston Realty until retiring. She and Frank were divorced in 1975. Jane was a longtime active member of First Presbyterian, St. James Presbyterian and most recently the Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship. Years of singing in church choirs brought her much joy and peace of mind. Painting, sketching, traveling, knitting, reading, gardening, political activities and treasuring her family and many friends willed her life with contentment. Jane loved the Earth – its living creature and plants – and actively campaigned for peach and justice for its people. She supported the Democratic Party, the League of Women Voters, the Audubon Society, The Sierra Club, Amnesty International Greenpeace and many other planet-sustaining organizations. The Red Cross received more than sixty pints of her blood over the years. Her many letters to the editor were a delight to her friends and family – she reserved her anger for political leadership gone awry but was endlessly patient with people. Jane's service as a Peace Corps volunteer in the Philippines from 1984 to 1986 exemplified her commitment to world peace and led her to new understandings of economic and social injustice and the evanescence of life. With sad hearts we wish you to know that our beloved mother Jane died serenely. Towards the end she was surrounded by all her children and was cared for gently and with love by Hospice and the angels at Fairhaven Estates, where she had made her home for the last two and a half years. Jane is survived by her four children Rebecca Jane Raney, Jonathan Muir Raney, Michal Ann Handy, and Marion Raney Oman as well as five grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. Jane enjoyed a very happy life and would like to thank her many friends and relatives for the joy and sweetness they contributed so freely. According to her wishes the family is planning a celebration of her life outdoors in Bellingham this summer to share memories of a remarkable, wise, and loving woman.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RAPER, Cecil of Bellingham, WA, passed away November 23, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 79. He was born December 30, 1917, in Goshen, to George H. (of the James M. Raper family who settled in Rome Township in 1884) and Ida May Moors Raper. In 1924, the family moved to Bow in Skagit County where he attended school. He married Ruth Torgeson, his wife of 55 years, in Bellingham on January 17, 1942. Cecil was construction foreman for the Bellingham Shipyard during WWII. He was one of the original founders of United Boat Builders, later known as Uniflite, Inc. He retired from Uniflite as Plant Superintendent in 1973. He enjoyed boating and the family cabin on Eliza Island. He was preceded in death by his brother Burton Moors and sister Irene Raper. Survivors include his wife Ruth; daughter Myrna and husband Dennis Peters; grandchildren Brandi and Lloyd Peters, all of Bellingham; sister Kathryn Severson of Mount Vernon; brother Bob Moors of Bellingham; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 26, 1997, Jones Moles Funeral Home with the Reverend Leonard C. Ericksen officiating.

RARICK, Amelia Thiel - A native of Denmark, Mrs. Amelia Thiel Rarick passed away at her home at Route 1, Everson, Monday (September 8, 1941) following an illness of six months. She was 66 years of age. Mrs. Rarick arrived in Bellingham in 1902 and made her home there until 1923 when she moved to her home in the Everson district. She was a member of the Pentecostal church. Immediate survivors are the husband, E. W. Rarick and two brothers, Frank E. and Soren Thiel, both of Bellingham. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m., at the Gillies funeral home in Lynden with Rev. Lyle Ireland officiating. Interment will occur in the Lakeside cemetery at Clearbrook.

RASMUSSEN, Everil, age 85, went to be with her Savior and Lord July 15, 2007. A resident of Christian Health Care Center, she was surrounded by her loving family as she entered her eternal rest. Born in Buffalo, OK on June 17, 1922 to Bryan (L.B.) and Emma (Sumpter) Dickinson she moved with her family to Yakima, WA in June 1935. In 1937, they moved to Lynden where she was a 1940 Lynden High School graduate. She was married to Merl Rasmussen April 14, 1944. Everil was an active member of Word of Life Church; where she served as treasury secretary of the Sunday School and belonged to ladies Alpha Missionary Circle. Musically gifted she also sang in the church choir, the Ladies Trio and played in the church orchestra. Employed at the Lynden Washington Coop; she also was a waitress at Lynden Fairway Café and later baked pies for the café. Everil was preceded in death by her parents, Bryan and Emma Dickinson; sister, Audene Holleman and sister-in-law, Eva Dickinson. She is survived by her loving husband, Merl; daughter, Linda (Dwayne) Rogers; grandchildren, Mackenzie, Hillary and Alexandra all of Lynden and Desiree Roosma and Zack DePoppe; sister, Doris (David) Crabtree; brothers Eryl (Mona) Dickinson, Roland (Caroline) Dickinson all of Lynden and Hersel Dickinson of Mt. Vernon and a host of nieces and nephews. [Burial Greenacres]

RASMUSSEN, Mona Gayle - A funeral for Mona Gayle Rasmussen of Ferndale will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 28, at Moles Funeral Home Chapel, 2039 Main St., Ferndale. The Rev. Donald E. Walter will officiate. Burial will follow at Haynie Cemetery. Mrs. Rasmussen died Saturday, Sept. 25, 1999, at St. Francis Convalescence Center. She was 66. Born June 5, 1933, to J.D. and Irene (Mullkin) McElory in Dayton, Texas, she was a waitress in Ferndale for more than 20 years. A member of American Legion Post No. 86, she enjoyed traveling, long car rides and being with family. She was preceded in death by daughter Vicki Unick in 1981, son Don Rasmussen in 1987, grandson Rocky Rasmussen in 1987, and 25-year companion Rick Wilson in 1989. Survivors include daughter Kathy Lindsay of Bellingham sons Bruce Rasmussen and Doug Rasmussen, both of Ferndale sisters Renee Gilbert of Custer and Sharon Pollinger of San Juan Capistrano, Calif. brother Jim McElory of Fullerton, Calif. five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

RAUCH, Adam Kasper summoned Wednesday November 24, 1948 at the age of 81 years. He lived in Whatcom county almost fifty years and was a founder and member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He is survived by two sons Stanley and Henry Rauch both of Bellingham, and five daughters, Mrs. Lester Martin and Mrs. Clyde Jones of Bellingham; Mrs. Elmer Ellingson of Marysville; Mrs. Porter Petersen of Richmond, CA; and Mrs. Walter Young of Aberdeen, WA; also thirteen grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Adam met and married Alice (Reid) Manary in 1889 in Canistota, S.D. Funeral services will be conducted by Pastor Edward Bartell Saturday at 3 p.m. Interment will be at Lynden Cemetery.
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RAUCH, Albert Leopold - Funeral services for Albert Leopold Rauch, age 63 of 2721 Sylvan Street Bellingham will be conducted by Rev. Carl O. Fischer at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church. A lifetime resident of Whatcom County Mr. Rauch passed away Saturday March 17, 1973 in a Seattle hospital. He was employed by Haley's Crossarm Co. after retiring from farming on the Smith Rd. for 29 years. Mr. Rauch was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and the Lumber and Sawmill Workers Union. Survivors include the Widow Lena (Fuchs) Rauch; three sons John of Bellingham, Lawrence of Custer, and Kenneth of Renton,WA.; a brother Gustav; a sister Sophie (Rauch) Fouts of Bellingham, and seven grandchildren. Burial will be at Bayview Cemetery under the direction of Veroske's Funeral Home.
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RAUCH, Anna Katherina - A memorial service for Anna Katherina Rauch, 88, of 409 York St., Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Donald Schatz officiating. Mrs. Rauch died Sat. Oct. 12, 1991 in Bellingham. Her body is to be cremated. She was born Jan. 15, 1903 in Dermbach, Germany to Peter and Anna Zimmerman. She came to the United States and then to Whatcom County in 1923 with her future father-in-law. She married Charles Conrad Rauch on Oct. 19, 1923 in Bellingham. Her husband died on April 12, 1966 in Bellingham. Mrs. Rauch was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aid Society. Survivors include her sons Arthur and Edmund Rauch of Bellingham; daughter Margaret Rick of Bellingham; sister Elizabeth Armstrong of Bellingham; 10 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
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RAUCH, Arthur Erich of 3206 Greenwood Ave., Bellingham died Wednesday Aug. 26, 1992 in Bellingham. He was born March 14, 1929 in Bellingham to Charley and Anna (Zimmerman) Rauch. He worked at Freise Hide & Tallowmfor 35 years and then did custodial work for Bellingham School District. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and American Legion. He married Barbara Wallin in Sedro-Woolley, WA Nov. 9, 1956. Survivors include his wife Barbara; daughters Marsha Hanley and Diane Rauch of Bellingham, Cathy Holmes of Las Vegas; son Dale Rauch of Bellingham; brother Edmund Rauch and sister Margaret Rick of Bellingham; and 10 grandchildren. Funeral services provided by Greenacres Memorial Park with Pastors Donald Schatz and Carl Fischer officiating. Interment to follow at Greenacres Cemetery.
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RAUCH, Conrad Carl (Charley) 1485 Guide Meridian, age 67, passed away Sunday Nov. 13, 1966. He was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County having been born in Laurel, WA to Fredrick and Katharina (Reich) Rauch. Mr. Rauch was a retired warehouseman of Freise Hide & Fur Co., and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Survivors are his wife Anna (Zimmerman) Rauch at home, 2 sons Arthur and Edmund of Whatcom County and one daughter Margaret (Rauch) Rick of Bellingham 11 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, four brothers; Herman, Fred, Gustav, and Albert; a sister Mrs. Sophie Fouts of Bellingham. Services will be conducted by Rev. Carl O. Fischer Wed. Nov. 16, 1966 at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park, Ferndale, WA.
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RAUCH, Fred P. age 64 of 2052 Smith Road passed away at his home Monday September 26, 1967. He was lifetime Whatcom County resident and a well known local farmer. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and the Whatcom County Dairyman's Assn. He is survived by one sister Sophie (Rauch) Fouts of Bellingham; three brothers, Herman, Gustav, Albert and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Friday September 29, 1967 at 1:30 p.m. within Trinity Lutheran Church. Pastor Carl O. Fischer officiating. Interment Bayview Cemetery Bellingham.  
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RAUCH, Fredrick age 75 of Route 1 Bellingham passed away suddenly at the family home Thursday afternoon August 15, 1946. Mr. Rauch was a well known farmer having resided in Whatcom county the past 48 years. He was a member and founder of Trinity Lutheran church of Whatcom county. He was also a member of the Whatcom County Dairymans Assn. He is survived by his wife Katharina (Reich) Rauch; five sons Charley, Herman, Fred, Gustav, Albert all of Whatcom county and one daughter Sophie Fouts of Bellingham, one brother Adam Rauch of city and one sister in Germany. Funeral services will be Monday Aug. 19 at Westford-Beck Funeral home, Rev. F. M. Nitz officiating. Interment at Bayview Cemetery.
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RAUCH, Gustav Oskar died Fri. Oct. 15, 1999 in Bellingham at the age of 93. Born April 1, 1906 in North Bellingham, Mr. Rauch was the last living child of Fredrick and Katharina (Reich) Rauch, longtime residents of Whatcom county who came to Bellingham from Canistota, SD, in about 1897. Mr. Rauch grew up working on his parents farm on East Smith Road. On July 26, 1937 he married Olga Schauer of Phillipsburg, Kansas. They returned to Bellingham to farm the 80 acres across from his parents. He also drove dairy truck for Darigold and cut and sold wood. In 1968 he retired and moved to a small farm on the Van Wyck Road. He was preceded in death by a son Gustav Rauch Jr.; brothers Albert, Charley, Fred, and Herman Rauch. Two sisters Sophie (Rauch) Fouts and Margaretha Rauch also preceded him. Survivors include his wife Olga of Bellingham, one son Oscar Lawrence Rauch of Bellingham and one daughter Irene May Dunham of Renton, WA. Services will be conducted at Trinity Lutheran Church in Bellingham at 1 p.m. Wednesday with Rev. Douglas Iben officiating. Interment at Bayview Cemetery Bellingham.  
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RAUCH, Gustav Oscar Jr. passed away at his home on East Smith Road January 7, 1997. He was born March 5, 1940 in Bellingham. He had been a resident of Whatcom County all his life and having been a farmer most of his life except for his service in the Korean War. He is survived by both his mother Olga and father Gustav Sr. of Bellingham, also one brother Oscar Lawrence Rauch of Bellingham and one sister Irene Dunham of Renton, WA, plus numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church Monday January 13, 1997 at 1 p.m. Interment will be at Bayview Cemetery in Bellingham, WA Rev. Carl O. Fischer officiating.
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RAUCH, Gustav Jr. - Visitation for Gustav Rauch Jr. of Bellingham will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, the Rev. Carl Fischer officiating. Burial will be in Bayview Cemetery, with military honors by Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7, American Legion. Mr. Rauch died of lung cancer Tuesday, Jan. 7, 1997, in Renton. He was 56. Born March 5, 1940, to Gustav and Olga Rauch Sr. in Bellingham, he was raised on the family farm on Smith Road. A 1958 graduate of Meridian High School, Mr. Rauch served in the U.S. Army in Korea, achieving the rank of sergeant. He worked as a logger and operated two farms near Bellingham. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, the outdoors and animals. Survivors include his parents of Bellingham, sister Irene Dunham of Seattle, brother Oscar Rauch of Bellingham and numerous other relatives.

RAUCH, Helen T. - A private family service for Helen Theresa (Matteoni) Rauch of Renton, WA. will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday June 19, 2001 at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale, WA. Helen Rauch died Sunday March 25, 2001 in Renton, WA. She was 91. Born Jan. 5, 1910 to Paul and Nellie (Dillon) Matteoni in Cicero, IL, she moved to to Deming, WA as a child. On June 20, 1931 she married Henry Adam Rauch in Tacoma, WA. He died on April 24, 1970. Following her marriage she worked at Wahl's Dept. store in Bellingham and also for the Whatcom County Assessor's Office before moving to Renton. Survivors include nieces Karen Harkness of Acme, WA, Lois Gieger of Renton, Yolonda Clarke of Edmonds, Phyllis Fox of Anacortes, WA, and Roberta Carlson of Ronoath Park, CA; nephews Melvin Martin of Bellingham, Robert McComas of Anacortes, Larry Rauch of Port Orchard, WA and Arvid Rauch of Ventura, CA, and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, June 15, 2001) Submitted by John Rauch

RAUCH, Henry Adam (Sonny) passed away suddenly April 24, 1970 at his home in Renton, WA. He had lived in Whatcom County most of his youth until moving to Renton. He leaves to survive his wife Helen of Renton, one brother Stanley of Bellingham, three sisters Bertha Young of Seattle, Gertrude Ellingsen of Marysville, and Alice Martin of Ferndale. His parents were Adam and Alice Rauch formerly of Deming, WA. Interment at Greenacres Ferndale, WA.  
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RAUCH, Herman Gottlib age 69 of 1819 "F" Street Bellingham passed away Friday July 3, 1970 while visiting at the home of his brother Gustav on Smith Road. Mr. Rauch was born in Bellingham May 13, 1901 and was a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and Teamsters Local 231. He is survived by two sons Walter and Norman both of Blaine, WA., two brothers Gustav and Albert of Whatcom County and one sister Sophie (Rauch) Fouts of Bellingham. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at Westford Funeral Chapel with Pastor G. F. Raedeke of Blaine officiating. Burial will follow at Bayview Cemetery.
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RAUCH, Katharina age 78 passed away at the home of her daughter Sophie (Rauch) Fouts 1819 F Street Bellingham Wednesday morning April 12, 1950 after a lingering illness. Mrs. Rauch has been a resident of Whatcom County the past 52 years and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. She is survived by one daughter Sophie Fouts of Bellingham and five sons Charley, Herman, Fred, Gustav, and Albert all of Whatcom County, 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, one brother and one sister of Germany. Katharina Reich married Fredrick on October 14, 1893 in Canistota, SD. Funeral services will be held Fri. April 14, 1950 at 1:30 p.m. at Westford-Beck Funeral Home. Interment will be at Bayview Cemetery beside her husband.
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RAUCH, Magdalena F. of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2004, in Bellingham. She was 95, born September 2, 1908, to Rosina (Herrmann) and Friedrich Fuchs in Mariinskoe, Ukraine, Russia. She arrived in the U.S. on May 4, 1933, and settled in Lemmon, S.D. She married Albert L. Rauch on June 17, 1933, in Adams County, ND, and they moved to Whatcom County that same year. Magdalena was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, the Ladies Aid, and the Republican Party. She was preceded in death by her husband Albert on March 17, 1973; brother Fred Fuchs on December 28, 1970; sisters Pauline Perry on January 3, 1982, and Adella Fuchs on October 31, 1999; and her parents. Magdalena is survived by her sons: John and wife Carole Rauch of Bellingham, Lawrence Rauch of Custer, and Kenneth and wife Sharon Rauch of Plymouth, IL; 12 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren; sister Mary and husband Clyde Wickler; and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 119 Texas St., Bellingham, WA 98225. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, February 11, 2004, at Trinity Lutheran Church, with The Reverend Douglas Iben officiating, and burial at Bayview Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, February 10, 2004) Submitted by John Rauch

RAUCH, Olga Elizabeth (Schauer) Rauch passed away Monday December 6, 1999 in Bellingham. She was 88. Born February 19, 1911 in Phillipsburg, Kansas she grew up on her parents farm in Logan, Kansas. Gustav and Olga were married July 26, 1937 in Phillipsburg, Kansas. They returned to Whatcom County to farm the 80 acres across from his parents on East Smith Road. Mrs. Rauch was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and enjoyed her flower and vegetable gardening. Her husband Gustav preceded her in death two months previously and Gustav Jr. in January 1997. Survivors include one son Oscar Lawrence Rauch of Bellingham, and one daughter Irene Dunham of Renton, WA. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev's. Douglas Iben and Carl O. Fischer officiating. Interment will follow at Bayview cemetery in Bellingham.
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RAUCH, Saundra Lorainne age 3, daughter of Oscar and Bonnie Rauch, 1390 Smith Road died after being involved in a farm accident Tuesday Sept. 12, 1972. She had attended Trinity Lutheran Sunday School and is survived by her parents; a brother Marvin Oscar Rauch; twin sisters, Charlene Diane, and Deanne Marie Rauch all of the family home. Also surviving are the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hickey of Everson, WA and Mr. and Mrs. Gustav Rauch of Whatcom County and a great-grandfather, Arthur Hickey of Lynden, WA. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Carl O. Fischer officiating. Burial will be at Bayview Babyland Cemetery of Bellingham.
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RAUCH, Stanley Carl (d. 1986) - Funeral services for Stanley Carl Rauch age 85 of 2733 Orleans St. will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday December 1, 1986 at Westford Funeral Home with Rev. Carl O. Fischer officiating. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park of Ferndale, WA. Stanley was born May 10, 1901 in Canistota, SD and had lived in Whatcom County most of his life. Mr. Rauch was a retired railroad employee, working 32 years for Milwaukee and Great Northern lines. He was a member of the Church of Assumption, Welcome Valley Seniors, and Rome Grange. Survivors include his wife Stella of Bellingham; two sons, Larry LeRoy Rauch of Port Orchard, WA; and Arvid Adam Rauch of San Jose, CA; a daughter Karen LaVerne Harkness of Acme, WA; a sister Gertrude Ellingsen of Anacortes, WA.; 11 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
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RAUCH, Stella Margaret - A funeral mass for Stella Margaret (Wistoski) Rauch of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She passed away Friday, April l2, 2000 in Port Orchard, WA. She was 85. Mrs. Rauch was born July 30, 1914 in Minneapolis, MN and spent most of her youth in Whatcom County. On August 5, 1933 she married Stanley Rauch in Montesano, WA. Stanley passed away Dec. 1, 1986 in Bellingham. Mrs. Rauch worked in the library at W.W.U. She was a member of Assumption Church, Rome Grange, and Bellingham Senior Center. Survivors include sons Larry LeRoy Rauch of Port Orchard, WA and Arvid Adam Rauch of San Jose, CA; also one daughter Karen Harkness of Acme, WA; one sister Helen Kratz-Hudson of Bellingham; 11 grandchildren; and 33 great-grandchildren. Interment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park of Ferndale, WA.
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RAVNIK, Sally Sue – April 16, 1930 to March 31, 2001; Sally Ravnik, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend was received into the arms of God at sunset on March 31, 2001. Sally's life was full of family, love, and achievement. Sally was born to Jack and Harriet Alexander on Orcas Island and moved to Bellingham in 1942. Sally held dear her friendships and memories of those years in Bellingham. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and graduated from Bellingham High School in 1948. Sally met the love of her life, Al Ravnik, and they married August 10, 1951. Sally and Al moved to Benson, Minnesota to start his teaching career and were blessed with their first two children, Susan and Janis. They returned to the Northwest a few years later, finally settling in Mount Vernon in 1958. Sally and Al were again blessed with two more children, John and Stuart. Sally raised her family, supported her husband, and enjoyed her friends, interests, and beachcombing. Her strength and spirit became her focus after being informed that she had multiple sclerosis in 1975. It was this strength and indomitable spirit that carried her through those tough years and helped her cope when Al was unexpectedly taken from her life in 1979. Sally had a stubborn streak, as we all knew, a trait she passed on to her four children. Sally went to be with her beloved Al in the presence of all her children and her sisters. Her memories and spirit will continue forever with her family: Susan and Vern Curtis and their son Christopher; Janis and Jim Anderson and their sons Philip and Jacob and their future daughter-in-law, Kathleen Sapien; John and Renee Ravnik and their daughter Andrea; and Stuart and Terri Ravnik and their sons Alexander and Aidan. She will also be missed by her siblings, Jane Coffelt, Bob Alexander, Nancy and Jim Mahone and Jackie Carlson and Al's family, Betty Ravnik, Frances Ravnik, Frank and Nell Ravnik, Jake and Marlys Ravnik, Ed and Millie Ravnik, Herb and Julia Barrett, Henry Ravnik, and Liz Melquist and their respective families. A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Mount Vernon on Wednesday, April 4, 2001 at 2 p.m. Arrangements are under the direction of Kern Funeral Home, Mount Vernon, WA.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Apr 2001) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RAY, Philip Allan of Bellingham died at home Saturday, April 19, 1997. He was 30. No service will be held. Born July 7, 1966, to Douglas and Sharron Palm Ray in Minneapolis, Minn., he graduated from Roosevelt High School in Portland, Ore. A carpenter and cabinetmaker, Mr. Ray also enjoyed working with computers. Survivors include sons Mitchell Ray of Portland and Mathew Forcum of Bellingham, his parents of Portland, grandparents Jean Palm of Minneapolis and Dayle and Elaine Ray of Barett, Minn., brother Michael Ray of Portland and companion Sheryl Forcum of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

RAY, Robert A., age 58, of 505 W. Bakerview Rd., passed away Thurs., Feb. 26, 1987, in B'ham. Mr. Ray has been a lifetime resident of this community & he was also a member of the B'ham Moose Lodge & a former employee of B'ham Cold Storage. Survivors are: his mother, Bessie A. Leaton of B'ham; brothers, Willis K. Ray of B'ham; Donald E. Ray of OR; Eugene S. Ray of Bremerton; 3 sisters, Joyce Caughell of Ferndale; Shirley Darnell of B'ham; Thelma Pollard of Edmonds; numerous nieces & nephews. Graveside services will be held Mon., March 2, at 2 p.m. in Woodlawn Cemetery with Rev. Jim Seim officiating. Under the direction of Jerns & Leveck Funeral Chapel.

RAYMOND, Gladys Ruth Atkin of 3121 Squalicum Parkway passed away the 3rd of January, 1998 at the age of 98. She was born on the 6th of April, 1899 in Seattle, WA to John Russell and Lulu Brown Atkin. She lived most of her life in Whatcom County, arriving here with her parents in the fall of 1899. She married Harry L. Raymond on the 2nd of January, 1921 in Bellingham, WA. He preceded her in death in 1986. She is survived by two daughters, Lois Mead and husband Estyn of Bellingham, WA and Joyce Raymond Morse of Pearl City, HI; five grandchildren, Shelley Turner and husband George of Oxnard, CA, Estyn R. Mead and wife Mary Anne of Gresham, OR, Norine Carr and husband Dean of Fort Smith, AR, Leanne Roy and husband Paul of Lynden, WA and Margaret Davis and husband Jim of Blakely Island, WA; twelve great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren; two nieces, Claris Brooks of Edmonds, WA and Roselda Brenes of Fremont, CA. Private family services were held. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

RAZEVICH, Elizabeth "Ruth" died peacefully at her home in Blaine, WA on December 28, 2005. She was 86 years old. She is survived her loving husband, John; sister Joyce Doucet of Alberta, Canada; sons Tom (Myrna) Johnson of Custer, WA and Bob (Jackie) Johnson, of Wrangell, AK; daughter Joanne (David) Shirra, of Blaine, WA; granddaughters Kim Hrutfiord, Laurie Walker, Shannon Breivik, Crystal Waisanen, Nicole Armstrong, and Elizabeth Johnson; grandsons Steve Johnson, Jeff Johnson, Noel Johnson, and Nathan Johnson; 18 great-grandchildren, nieces Lynn and Susan of Alberta, Canada; numerous friends, with a special remembrance and thank you to Sue Washburn for her friendship and caring during Ruth's last few weeks. Ruth is remembered for her famous homebaked pies, knitting, clam digging, being an avid gardener, a super grandmother and wife and much more. A memorial service will be held [at] 1:00 p.m., Friday, January 6, 2006, at the Northwood Alliance Church, 580 C Street, Blaine, WA.

READ, Myrtle Mae, age 82, passed away Aug 12, 2006. Myrtle was both born in and passed away in what is now Columbia Place in Bellingham. She was generous, positive, and was always "on the go." She often listened to gospel music and attended Church of the Assumption. Myrtle was fond of children and pets and enjoyed volunteering at care homes and the Senior Activity Center. Myrtle is survived by her extended family including sister Rosie Robey and her children Michael Robey, Jr. and Harold Larrabee, niece Libby Read and her children Melody, Faith, Mary and Carl, cousin Frank Cain, beloved friend Steve Woodrich, special caregivers at Columbia Place including her dearest Dorothy Turner and numerous other friends and relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents Beatrice Read and Roy Read, brother Charles Read, aunt Violet Cain and Rosie's husband Michael Robey, Sr. A Life Remembrance Service will be held at Columbia Place on Thursday, August 24, 29006 at 2 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Aug 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

READ, Roy J., age 77 of 2423 Cherry St., passed away Wednesday, Feb. 19, (1964). Mr. Read had been a resident of Bellingham for the past 41 years, was a member of the Church of the Assumption; member Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7, American Legion; a veteran of World War I and was a retired janitor. He leaves to survive his wife, Mrs. Bernadette T. Read of the family home; 1 son Charles of Sumner; 1 daughter, Miss Myrtle Read of the family home; 1 grandchild. Rosary will be said Sunday, February 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home. Requiem mass will be offered Monday, February 24 at 9:30 a.m. from the Church of the Assumption.

REAMER, Janice M., age 55, passed away Wed., Dec. 31, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. A lifetime resident of Whatcom County, she was born May 13, 1942; attended Word of Lie Church in Lynden, and had been an active participant at Nooksack Advent Christian Church. For the past several years she has been employed with Current Industries. Due to disabilities, she has resided at Christian Health Care Center for the past 32 years. Preceded in death by her foster parents, Dr. George and Alma Germain and foster sister, Eunice Carlson, she is survived by two foster brothers, Burton Germain and wife, Maxine of Everson, Richard Fullner and wife, Shirley of Seattle; as well as many friends. A funeral service will be held Monday, Jan. 5, 1998, 10:00 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Carl Crouse officiating.

REASER, Wilbur W. – A memorial service for Wilbur Wilson Reaser of Lynden will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Nooksack Assembly of God Church with the Rev. Kevin Davis officiating. Mr. Reaser died Tuesday, May 23, 2000 at Alderwood Nursing Home. He was 86. Born June 25, 1913 to Cyrus Addison and Mabel Ferguson-Reaser in Auburn, Kan., he was educated there. Mr. Reaser attended Washburn College before moving to Washington where he graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in mechanical engineering. Mr. Reaser moved to Pacific Palisades, Calif. where he began his career with McDonnell Douglas Aerospace. He was head of the space program during its beginnings and worked with the first astronauts. He also taught engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles, and Cal Tech. Mr. Reaser was responsible for the invention of the air conditioning systems on aircraft, and subsequently served as chairman on many committees, including the subcommittee on icing problems, Air Conditioning Committee Society of Automotive Engineers and Air Conditioning Engineers at Douglas Aircraft. In the 1970s, he moved to Sequim where he continued his advisory position with McDonnell Douglas and operated a log home construction business. He later operated The Bake Shoppe. On Jun 5, 1994, he married Cathy Roch-Wilson. They moved to Whatcom County in December 1999. Mr. Reaser served as chairman of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics from 1953 to 1955; director of Mechanical Systems, System Safety & Product Reliability, Apollo and related systems of McDonnell Douglas Aerospace from 1962 to 1969; vice president of Sale and Engineering of National Utilities Co. from 1969 to 1971; and Automated Radios Systems in 1971. He was volunteer executive with the International Executive Service Corps in New York, served with Fabricantes De Equipo Para Refrigeracion in Mexico and was among the MBR volunteers in Technical Assistance (VITA) on the Advisory Committee of Energy Initiatives for Djibouti in Virginia. Mr. Reaser was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Sequim, where he taught adult Bible class and conducted weekly Bible study with the inmates of Clallam County Jail in Port Angeles. He also was a member of Stephen Ministry. A 50-year member of the American Society of Electrical Engineers, he received the society's Spirit of St. Louis Jr. Award in 1941. He also was published in "Who's Who of Engineering." He enjoyed classical music, fishing and golf. His sister Margaret Reaser died previously. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Scott and Lynn Reaser of Pacific Palisades; stepdaughters Melissa Davis of Nooksack, Carmel of California and Wendi Velez of Jacksonville, Fla; stepson Mark Wubbena of Lynnwood; sister Lucille Braun of New Jersey; and seven step grandchildren. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 May 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

REAVLEY, Florence Wilson died in Bellingham, WA, on Monday, November 17, 2003. She was born in Austin, Texas, on February 9, 1922, and lived in Nacogdoches, Lufkin, and Jasper before moving to Austin in 1955. She then moved to Bellingham in 1996 and resided at 912 11th Street. Her education through high school was in Nacogdoches, then at Stephens College in Missouri, and graduation with a degree in Studio Art from The University of Texas. She is survived by her husband, Judge Thomas M. Reavley; two daughters: Marian Neevel and Margaret Currin of Bellingham; two sons: Thomas Wilson Reavley of Austin and Paul Reavley of Bellingham; four grandchildren: Tom M. Reavley, Cory Neevel, Elizabeth Reavley, and Wilson Reavley. Private Memorial Services will be held in Bellingham under the leadership of Dr. Leslie Ann Knight, former pastor of Garden Street United Methodist Church. Arrangement by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

REBMAN, Helen Annette, 88, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord on June 8, 2007. She was under hospice care at St Joseph Hospital in Bellingham WA. Born on May 25, 1919 in Whitefield, NH, she was the only child of Henry and Alice Smith. Married to Paul Colby in 1943, they had two girls, Bonita and Danielle. They divorced. Helen married Edwin J Rebman of Buffalo, NY on Dec. 13, 1947. They had two girls, Mary and Vicki. Helen and Ed lived in Alaska, Spokane and Walla Walla, WA. After Ed retired from the Corps of Engineers, they moved to Blaine, WA in 1972 where he worked for Mel Hollinger Realty until his death in 1976. Helen was very active at Christ Episcopal Church in the choir, ECW guild and the alter guild. She was an avid gardener, reader, loved needlework and going to yard sales to find the perfect treasure. She loved walking on the beach, animals and bird watching. Helen's greatest joy was being with her 8 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. Helen is survived by daughters Boni Merrill of Blaine, WA; Dani (Richard) Parker of Astoria, OR; Mary Rebman of Blaine, WA; and Vicki (Bob) Carlson of Newport, WA. We are so very grateful for the love and support showed through this difficult time by Stafholt Nursing Center of Blaine, St. Joseph Hospital and Hospice, family, friends and our church family. A Memorial Service will be held at Christ Episcopal Church in Blaine, WA on June 25, 2007 at 1 p.m. with Fr. Jay Rozendaal.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jun 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RECTOR, Edgar A.,91, of 2428 Grant St., died Monday (July 27, 1981). Born April 19, 1890, in Hay Springs, Neb., he had been a Bellingham resident for 56 years. He was a retired carpenter. He was a World War I veteran. He was a member of Eagles Aerie 31, Modern Woodmen of America and Carpenters and Joiners Union Local 756. He is survived by three sisters, including Edna Forslof of Bellingham. His wife Beatrice preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Westford Funeral Home. Cremation will follow.

REDA, Arthur F., age 84 of 637 Woburn, passed away Thurs. July 23, (1981). Mr. Reda was a life resident of Bellingham and was a retired commercial fisherman. He was a member of the Senior Citizens & Bellingham Gun Club. He leaves to survive 1 sister Mrs. Lillian Beeker of Yakima; several nieces & nephews including Dick Scott of Yakima and Mrs. Milton Schmidt of Tacoma. Funeral services were conducted Mon. July 27 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home, Rev. Leonard Ericksen officiating. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.

REDD, Mary Elizabeth of Everson died Thursday, June 12, 1997, at Christian Health Care Center in Lynden. She was 80. Visitation will be from 1 to 9 p.m. Monday at Gillies Funeral Home. A funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Everson Christian Reformed Church with Pastor Steve Frieswick officiating. Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Redd was born in Barnsdoll (formerly Bigheart), Okla., on March 10, 1917, to Herman Noel and Luella Tunnell Hogg. She graduated from high school in Oklahoma. She married Ronnie A. Redd on July 21, 1935, in Shawnee, Okla., and they moved to Washington where they farmed the 34-acres Oltman Filbert Farm for 37 years before retiring at the family home on Oat Coles Road in Everson. Mrs. Redd enjoyed corresponding with friends, gardening, traveling and attending Light and Life Christian Fellowship, a Free Methodist Church in Bellingham, where she was a member. In recent years, without transportation to Bellingham, she attended Everson Christian Reformed Church with a neighbor. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 1989, and her brother Olen Ray Hogg during World War II. Survivors include her brother Norman F. Hogg of Sedro-Woolley; niece Charlette Pearson of Olympia; two great nieces; two great-great nephews; and many friends including special friends Pauline Van Brocklin of Ferndale and Leslie Sturgeon of Everson.

REDELFS, Albert Bernard, age 96 of Sumas, died at St. Joseph Hospital on Thursday, November 11, 2004. Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 2:00 p.m. in the Sumas Advent Christian Church in Sumas with Rev. Carl Crouse officiating. Burial will follow in Sumas Cemetery. Albert was the first born son of John Edward and Maud (Almond) Redelfs in Roe Heights, west of Miller, South Dakota, on June 14, 1908. He moved with his parents, three brothers and two sisters, and several other families to homesteads in the Pease Bottom area along the Yellowstone River in Treasure County, Montana in 1914. He grew up there and attended a one room school and later farmed raising sugar beets, cattle and some wheat. He left Montana in 1948 and found his way to Sumas to be with an uncle, Eilert Redelfs. He has been a Sumas resident of the past fifty-six years. Al owned and operated Redelf's Fuel Oil in Sumas for a number of years until natural gas replaced the need for stove oil. He then owned and operated Smith Creek Shake Mill off the Mt. Baker Highway for a number of years until the demand for cedar was gone. Mr. Redelfs was a strong, independent, principled, quiet man, ever a good neighbor, ready to offer a helping hand. He had a precise, exact mind of an engineer and was part of the generation of builders and inventors of this great nation. He ever enjoyed inventing, improvising, fixing and building things. He loved to fish and camp out and travel. He also loved good food and was a fair cook. At the age of 82 he eloped with Elaine Zobrist and they were married on Memorial Day in 1991 in Idaho. Albert is survived by his wife Elaine, daughters Rose Thorne of Bellingham, Dr. Merilyn Nance of Sierra Vista, AZ., Karen and husband Vernon Leibrant of Everson, Kathleen Dunford of Fresno, CA. and Marsha and husband Max Hart of Antioch, CA.; step-children Fred and wife Lylaine Zobrist of Tucson, AZ. Millie and husband John Fonda of Coupeville, WA. and Ellen Michaud, PhD of Kirkland; eleven grandchildren, twelve great- grandchildren and a great- great-grandchild; his sister Maud Lohr of Friday Harbor, WA. and numerous other relatives.

REDPATH, William Ernest, age 81 of West Vancouver, BC, passed away December 27, 2006 in Bellingham at the home of his loving companion, Dorothy Anderson. He was born August 13, 1925 in Vancouver, B.C. to Ernest and Daisy Redpath. William graduated with a degree in commerce from St. Michaels University School in Victoria, and then went to work for IBM. He met and married Shirley Young in Toronto, Ontario, and they had two children, William Markham and Paula Ann. After working for IBM for 22 years, he opened Capilano Plastics Co. with his partner, Douglas McDonald and owned and operated that for many years. William was a member of Capilano Golf Club, Washington Athletic Club, Thunderbird Golf and Country Club, and Fiji's. William was preceded in death by wife Shirley Redpath in 1990, and son Mark Redpath in 1992. He is survived by close friend and companion Dorothy Anderson of Bellingham; daughter Paula Redpath (Jeff Malakowski) of Orcas Island; sister Ethne Lucas of Prince George; nephew Rick Harrison of Prince George; and grand-nephew Grandon Harrison.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Dec 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

REECE, Patricia M., age 60, of Oak Harbor, passed away Sunday, Sept. 8, 1991 at St. Joseph Hospital, Main Campus. Mrs. Reece, was born Nov. 28, 1920 in Longview, WA and moved to Bellingham at the age of eight. She graduated from Bellingham High School and attended Western Washington State College. Mrs. Reece was a cocktail waitress and had worked at the Sucia Reef Restaurant in Anacortes for 14 years. Her hobbies included boating, traveling, collecting candles and hunting for agates on the beach. She was a member of St. James Presbyterian Church in Bellingham; Elks Lodge No. 194 of Bellingham, and its Auxiliary in Anacortes. Mrs. Reece is survived by 2 son, William Reece of Anacortes, and Richard Reece of Kalispell, Montana; 3 daughters, Deborah Reece Pitner of Deming, Pamela Reece Hansen of Anacortes, Janet Reece Lindbo of Anacortes; step-father Robert Macy of Bellingham; a sister, Susan Christ of Soap Lake; 8 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 12, 1991 at the Chapel of Westford Funeral Home. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

REED, Alice – At her request, there will be no formal services for Alice (Ritchey) Burk Reed of Bellingham. A private luncheon buffet for family and friends will be at The Marina Restaurant for recitation of Mrs. Reed's favorite poems and prayers. She also will be honored in August at the family's annual picnic in Birch Bay. Mrs. Reed died Thursday, Nov. 9, 2000 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 94. Born Aug. 23, 1906 to James "Big Jim" and Elizabeth Edith (Dorsett) Ritchey in Chesaw, she attended school in Okanogan. Mrs. Reed graduated from what is now Western Washington University in the 1920s. Mrs. Reed worked as a teacher in Whatcom County, where she met and married Val Burk. She also taught on the Olympic Peninsula and in Selah before moving in 1958 to California. She retired in 1970. In 1961 she married Clarence L. Reed. He died in 1998. Mrs. Reed lived in Quartz Hill, Calif, in 1999 before recently moving back to Bellingham. She enjoyed knitting slippers and afghans, entertaining and traveling. Her daughter, Bonna Burk Bonsen Davis, died in 1997. Survivors include daughters Maryann Burk Carver and Amy Burk Unger, sister Amy Kulp, eight grandchildren, 16 great- grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

REED, Dorothy Hope left this world on 19 August 2005, to be with her husband Dan in heaven. She passed away at Merrill Gardens retirement home in Bellingham. Dorothy was married to retired USAF Lt. Col. Daniel Grafton Reed for 56 years (Dan left us in 1997). Dorothy was born on 10 April 1920 in Powell, Wyoming. She was raised by "Pioneer Woman" Edith May Vawter along with two brothers and four sisters in Powell, Wyoming. Dorothy graduated from Powell High School in 1937, and then went on to nursing training at St. Luke's Hospital in Denver, Colorado. She met her husband Dan at a Lowry AFB dance while Dan was attending technical training at Lowry Field. Dorothy completed nurses training in 1942 and headed off to Goldsboro, North Carolina, to marry Dan who was stationed at Seymour Johnson AFB. Dorothy (her friends called her "Dot") and Dan had a wonderful Air Force career for 24 years. Their daughter Dana was born at Seymour Johnson AFB, NC, in 1943, Tom was born Eglin Field, Florida in 1948 and then their youngest son, Charles Douglas, was born at Hamilton AFB, California, in 1956. Dorothy was not only a successful Air Force wife and registered nurse, but she went on to become a successful real estate agent and broker in Sacramento, CA, after they retired there in 1965. The Reed family remained in Sacramento from 1965 to 1999, when Dorothy moved to Bellingham to be near her son Tom. Dorothy leaves behind six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. During their retirement years they spent many summer and fall seasons at their cabin I northwest Wyoming. Dorothy loved to play with her grandchildren in their backyard pool as well as visit them in Hawaii, Washington State, and California. Dorothy was an active PEO sister and Eastern Star member. Their Hawaiian grandchildren affectionately name Dorothy "Charlie" and Dan "George" instead of calling them grandma and grandpa. Dana, Tom and Doug are thankful for the values instilled in them by Dorothy and Dan during their formative years. One of Dorothy's favorite sayings was "the first 100 years are the hardest." Dorothy will be missed by family and friends who could always count on her for a warm smile and a chat.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Aug 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

REED, Grant A., age 90, of Bellingham, passed away Friday, Jan. 24, 1997 at Bellingham Health Care in Bellingham. Mr. Reed was born March 12, 1906 in LaConner, WA, to Orrie and Catherine Reed. He has been a lifetime resident of Whatcom county. Mr. Reed married Lottie Jess July 2, 1927 in Bellingham. He was a past member of a number of clubs including Bellingham Golf and Country Club, B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge #194 of Bellingham, Central Lions Club of Bellingham and Pheasants Forever Club of Whatcom County. Mr. Reed enjoyed playing golf, hunting and fishing and traveling, and he owned and operated the Fountain Barber Shop for 45 years. And most of all enjoyed life and his family. He leaves to survive his wife Lottie of the family home; daughter Donna and her husband Jerry Hickok of Edmonds; son, Larry Reed and his wife Marlene of Bellingham; four grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 28, 1997, 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Greenacres Funeral Home, with Pastor Leonard Ericksen officiating. With burial to follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.

REED, Larry Grant, age 67, of Blaine passed away Tues., Apr. 2, 2002, in Bellingham due to complications from diabetes. A lifetime Whatcom County resident, he was born Feb. 14, 1935, in Bellingham to Grant and Lottie (Jess) Reed. Larry graduated from Bellingham High School in 1953 and attended Washington State University and Western Washington University. He owned and operated Larry's Frozen Roods and Cascade Building Materials until his retirement in 1995. Larry was involved in many clubs and associations including the Lions Club, Workshop for the Handicapped, Bellingham Country Club, long time board member of Whatcom Skagit Contractors Assoc., Bellingham Yacht Club and Pheasants Forever. Larry is survived by his wife of 48 years, Marlene Reed of the family home; mother, Lottie Reed of Bellingham; son, Brad & wife Laura Reed of Everson; daughter Jodi & husband Dave Mellott of Everson; much loved and cherished grandchildren, Dan Mellott, Abby Reed, Max Reed, Cory Mellott and Olivia Reed; sister Donna Hickok and family of Edmonds and many life long friends and neighbors who will miss him deeply. He was preceded in death by his father, Grant Reed. He enjoyed many outdoor activities including golf, hunting, fishing, crabbing and clamming with his dog Polly. Larry retired to enjoy the life of a beach bum at Birch Bay. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 6, 1 p.m. in Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment will be at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery.

REED, Lottie M., age 99, of Bellingham, passed away Thurs., June 13, 2002, in Bellingham. She was born Nov. 5, 1902, in Whatcom County to John and Frances (Zdenek) Jess and had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident. She graduated from Bellingham Normal School where she earned her teaching certificate and taught in Whatcom County. She married Grant Reed in 1927 in Whatcom County. They were married for 69 years. They wintered in Arizona. Mrs. Reed enjoyed her family, home and Birch Bay. Preceded in death by her husband; son, Larry Reed; five sisters and one brother. Survived by her daughter, Donna & husband Jerry Hickok of Edmonds; daughter-in-law, Marlene Reed of Blaine; four grandchildren: Linda & Gary Rogers, Mike & Pat Hickok, Brad & Laura Reed and Jodi & Dave Mellott; seven great-grandchildren: Dan and Cory Mellott, Abby, Max and Olivia Reed, and Jamie and Gary Rogers. A graveside service will be held Wed., June 19, 3:00 p.m. at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery with Rev. Al Currier officiating.

REED, Mary, aged 58 years, beloved wife of Fred M. Reed, passed away at the family home, 2207 C street Saturday morning, May 9, (1931) after an illness of about four months. Surviving besides the husband, are three sons, Homer B. Reed, Bellevue, Ky.; Robert Reed, Mount Vernon; and Leslie Reed, city; two daughters, Mrs. Edith Carlson, route 3, Bellingham, and Mrs. Velma Elliott, city; two sisters, Mrs. Ida Bartlow, Seattle, and Mrs. Annie Morgan, Cincinnati, Ohio; six grandchildren; one niece, Mrs. May Gould, city and one nephew, John Schweitzer, Seattle. Mrs. Reed was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church at Cincinnati, Ohio and had resided in Bellingham for the past nineteen years. The body rests at the Homer Mark Mortuary, where funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon, May 12, at 2 o'clock, with the Rev. Wallace E. Gill, pastor, of the Christian Missionary Alliance, officiating. Interment will be made in the family plot in Woodlawn cemetery.

REED, Vernon Jerry, 40, of 4109 Sqalicum Lake Road, Bellingham, passed away Thursday, August 22, (1991) due to long extended illnesses related to a motorcycle accident on August 21, 1966. Born on February 10, 1951 in Bellingham, where he lived his life near his friends and relatives. Vernon attended Alderwood Grade School in Bellingham until sixth grace, then attended Mt. Baker Junior High until ninth grade. A Motorcycle accident took him out of school and left him handicapped. He was employed at Workshop Adapt, on assembly-line work and wood-working for approx 2 years in the 70's. Vernon was also known as "BUGGS" to many of his friends which were mostly of the Medical profession who at LPN's, Reg. Nurses, Rehab Therapists, Emergency Room, second and fourth floor Nurses, who knew him well, some who knew him for twenty-five years. Most all are from St Joseph Main Campus Hospital. Vernon was a very caring, kind, lovable, easy-going, trusting, friendly person, great sense of humor, Loved and liked by many people. Vernon Reed is the beloved son of Barbara Luke, whom he has lived with for the past three years. "Buggs" is loved very-very much by MOM and Family and will be misses (sic) tremendously by all of us. Vernon was a very unique young man and very special to all of us, "Buggs" is survived also by two sisters, Kathleen Luke of the family home, Roberta E. Spanski and husband Harold of Lynden, three brothers, Edward R. Luke and family of Bellingham, Jon H. Luke and Wife Kelly also of Bellingham, Steven R. Reed and Family of Ferndale, Grandmother, Ida Reed, of Seattle, numerous nephews, nieces. An Aunt Lois Furris in Ill. an Uncle Lyle Westen and wife Delores of Bellingham. Services 3 p.m. Wednesday, August 23, 1991 at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Rev. Al Currier, First Advent Christian Church officiating. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

REEL, Virginia Stanley, aged 75 years, passed away at the family home at Beach, Lummi island, Sunday (Mar. 24, 1912) morning at 8 o'clock, after an extended illness. Mrs. Reel is survived by her husband, John H. Reel, and one son, F. S. Reel of the Carlisle Packing company. Funeral services will be held from the residence Tuesday forenoon at 11 o'clock, the Rev. A. W. Cheatham, rector of St. Paul's Episcopal church, officiating. Interment is to take place in the cemetery at Beach under the direction of Mock & Hill, the local funeral directors.
(From The Bellingham Herald, March 25, 1912)

REESE, George T. - A funeral for George T. Reese of Lynden will be at 2 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home with the Rev. Delaine Bailey officiating followed by burial in Ten Mile Cemetery. Mr. Reese died Tuesday, Oct. 21, 1997, at Christian Health Care Center. He was 77. Born May 5, 1920, to Gomer and Catherine Palmer Reese in Winston-Salem, N.C., he attended schools in Southern California. Mr. Reese served as a radioman in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He married Anne Perenack Aug. 9, 1944, in New York City. A 25-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department, Mr. Reese retired in 1975. He lived in Mariposa, Calif., before moving to Lynden in 1983. He was a member of Police Post of the American Legion in Los Angeles, and attended Grace Baptist Fellowship in Lynden. Mr. Reese was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister. Survivors include his wife of the family home, sons George Reese Jr. of Everson and Paul Reese of Lynden, sister Mary Jane Layman of Glendale, Calif., three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

REESE, Mary Elizabeth, age 83 of Lynden, Ferndale resident for 40 years, died Wednesday, February 5, 1997. She was born October 24, 1913, in Buffalo, NY, to Thomas and Mary (Hickey) Finn. She married Clair J. Reese who preceded her in death. Mrs. Reese is survived by her sons, Thomas A. Reese of Burlington, John F. Reese of Denver, CO, Joseph W. Reese of Lynden; daughters, Margaret M. Arians of Seattle, Dorothy A. Massett of Ferndale, Anne E. Vander Veen of Lynden, Julia R. Parsons of Bellingham, Mary Claire Luther of Everson; brother-in-law Robert Reese and wife Rita of Olean, NY; twenty-three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Our Mother's greatest love was her family and celebrating special occasions when surrounded by all her loved ones. She found much joy in gardening, bird watching and visiting the Vancouver Game Farm. As a career homemaker, the pleasures she found in baking and sewing brought her great satisfaction. She exercised her mind by reading, her body by walking, and her soul with her devotion to the Catholic Church and God through her daily prayers. Her needs were simple and few with the exception of her constant desire for chocolate. The loss of our Mother will be shared by all. A Vigil for the Deceased will be Sunday, February 9, 1997, 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 205 12th Street in Lynden with Fr. Richard McAllister officiating. The Funeral Liturgy will be Monday, February 10, 1997, 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale, 5781 Hendrickson Avenue, with Fr. Jack Buckalew, Fr. Tim Sauer, and Fr. Richard McAllister officiating. Burial will follow at Enterprise Cemetery. Visitation is Sunday, February 9, 1997 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

REEVE, Elizabeth Marie of Blaine, Washington, went to be with the Lord on July 4, 2007. She was 67 years old and was born December 5, 1939 in Corner Brook, Nfld, Canada to Sarah and Fred Carter. Elizabeth married Richard Reeve on August 23, 1991. She worked at Work Opportunities for 16 years as a bookkeeper and loved to sing and dance. She was a special friend to the many people who knew her. Elizabeth is preceded in death by her first husband, Neil Sutherland, and her parents. She is survived by her children: Mark Sutherland and his wife Vicki of Corona, CA, and Scott of Blaine, WA; grandchildren: Neil and Elyse of Corona, CA; four sisters: Vi and husband Greg of Ontario, Audrey and husband Ross of Nfld, Sandra of Halifax, N.S., and Bernice and husband John of Whiting, Iowa; brother Reg and his wife Sharon of Nfld; and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of Elizabeth's life will be held at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

REEVE, Dr. Richard A., age 75 years, of Everson, passed away at a Seattle rest home Wednesday, July 17, (1959). Dr. Reeve had been a resident of Whatcom County since 1909 and was a veterinarian in Everson from 1915 to last September when he retired. He was a member of Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44, F & A. M., Washington Club and the American Veterinarian Medical Assn. Surviving are two sons, Richard and Lyle, both of Seattle; one brother, James H. Reeve of Yakima; also 10 grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden, Saturday, June 20, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Neil Higbee officiating. Masonic graveside services will be conducted in Greenacres Memorial Park with the Nooksack Lodge No. 192, F & A. M. in charge.

REHBERGER, George Albert, "Heaven's very special child," passed away at the age of 59 years, January 1, 1997 in Bellingham. Georgie, a Down's Syndrome child, was born to Albert and Mildred Rehberger on April 15, 1937 and lived with his parents all his life. Georgie was a happy child who loved and was loved by all who knew him. He brought joy and laughter to everyone. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Rehberger, August 1987. He leaves to survive his mother, Mildred Rehberger; his loving brother, Dale Rehberger and devoted sister-in-law, Norine; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 7, 1997, at Woodlawn Cemetery with Mr. Paul Elvig officiating. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.

REICHLIN, Leo C. - A memorial Mass for Leo Carl Reichlin of Moses Lake, formerly of Ferndale, will be celebrated at 6 p.m. Thursday at St. Joachim Catholic Church, with the Rev. Tim Sauer officiating. Mr. Reichlin died Thursday, March 9, 2000 in Moses Lake. He was 56. Born Dec 9, 1943, in Ferndale, he graduated from Assumption Catholic School and Ferndale High School. Mr. Reichlin served in the U.S. Army for two years. He retired from the Painters Union and was recently active with Habitat for Humanity. Mr. Reichlin was a 10-year member of the Central Washington Contractors Association. Survivors include his wife Carol of the family home; daughters Holly Reichlin of the family home and Tanise Reichlin Cook of Moses Lake; sons Mike and Tony Reichlin, both of the family home; stepchildren Tony, Roger and Kyle Phlgar, David King and Darla Bromwel; brothers Leonard Reichlin of Everett and Marty Reichlin of Seattle; and sisters Mary Ann Reichlin of Ferndale, Margaret Cronk of Deming, Josie Reichlin of Seattle and Betty Deck of Eatonville.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

REID, Russell E., 62, president of the Reid Boiler Works, Inc., pioneer South Side firm and a former city councilman, died Wednesday (Dec. 18, 1957) morning in St. Joseph's Hospital. He had been seriously ill for several months. Son of Robert A. Reid, one of the founders in 1888 of the Reid Boilers Works. Russell Reid was born in Missoula, Mont., when his parents returned to that state for a short time. He was 2 years old when the family moved back to Bellingham and had lived in this city since. After graduating from Fairhaven High School he attended the State Normal School, now Western Washington College, and later went into the family business. An athlete in his school days, he was captain of the Normal School basketball team and football team. He also had musical ability and played violin in Madame Enberg's orchestra years ago. Mr. Reid was a member of Fairhaven Lodge No. 73 F&AM, of Bellingham Elks Lodge No. 194, attended St. James Presbyterian Church and was a past member of Rotary.
He was elected to the Bellingham city council in December, 1937, and served four two-year terms on the council, 1938 1945. Mr. Reid is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mabel Reid, at the home, 905 15th St.; two sons, Robert E. Reid of Seattle and Russell J. Reid of Bellingham; and five granddaughters, Christine, Georgine, Susan, Barbara and Karen Reid, in Seattle. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday in Jones' Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home, conducted by the Rev. Harold K. Lawrence of St. James Church and officers of the Fairhaven Lodge. Burial in Bay View cemetery will follow.

REILLY, George W., Sr. age 76 of Ferndale, lifetime Whatcom County resident, went to be with the Lord on Sunday night, October 26, 1997, at his family home in Ferndale. George W. Reilly, Sr. was born August 9, 1921 in Bellingham, WA. His father was George W. Reilly and mother Anna T. (Olson) Reilly. George attended Assumption School through the eighth grade, and then attended Bellingham High School through the twelfth grade but in lieu of graduating from high school he went to work for the ship yard during the war years. He went to work with Georgia Pacific Corp. in 1947 where he was employed until the early 1980's when he retired. On August 15, 1942 he married his high school sweetheart Sally A. Purdy. They resided in Ferndale where they raised and enjoyed their family of eight children. His hobbies included collecting antiquities, gardening, raising special breed of chickens and rabbits and especially enjoyed his cocker spaniel "Pudge." Mr. Reilly is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Sally A. Reilly; sons and daughters-in-law, George W. Reilly III, of Bellingham, Michael E. Reilly of Ferndale, Patrick and Barbara Reilly of Ferndale, Joseph B. and Shirley Reilly of Ephrata, WA; daughters and sons-in-law, Virginia and Jim Weisenburger of Lynden, Stephanie and Gary Curtiss of Nome, AK, Lisa Reilly of Ferndale; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Mary Jane and Jim Butler; 16 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his only brother, Arthur E. Reilly; daughter Francesca Adriane Reilly, and grandson Marcus James Reilly. A Funeral Service will be held October 30, 10:00 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Tim Sauer officiating, graveside service will follow. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

REILLY, Josephine S., age 78, passed away Monday, Aug. 18, (1958) in an Anacortes hospital following an extended illness. Mrs. Reilly had been a resident of the Ferndale community her entire lifetime and was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Survivors include five daughters, Mrs. Mary Ruthruff of Portland, Mrs. Cecilia Sabo of Arlington, Mrs. Pauline Veenhuizen of Seattle, Mrs. Loretta Hunter of Ferndale, Mrs. Patricia Crosby of Anacortes; three sons, James of Stanwood, John of Seattle, Maurice of Lynden; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Annie McCartin of Bellingham; 28 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 8 p.m. in Ferndale. Holy mass will be offered by Father Joseph Dakin in St. Joseph's Catholic Church Thursday, Aug. 21, at 9 a.m. Final resting place Enterprise Cemetery.

REILLY, Sally E., age 70, of Bellingham, passed away Wed., Dec. 17, 1997, at home. She was born Oct. 14, 1927, in Bellingham to Elfred and Della (DeMaan) Place and had been a lifetime resident of Whatcom County. She married Arthur E. Reilly on Sept. 11, 1948, in Bellingham, and he preceded her in death on Aug. 23, 1990. Mrs. Reilly graduated from Western Washington State College of Education with an R.N. Degree in Nursing. She enjoyed playing pinochle, traveling, and was a humanitarian involved with children and animal rights. Her family was very special to her. Survived by 4 daughters, Rebecca Simplot & husband Paul, Erin Davidson, Kelli Reilly & finace Michael Balzer, and Shannon Feathers & husband Brian all of Bellingham; brother, Verdun Place & wife Sunny of Bellingham; sister-in-law, Mrs. George Reilly of Ferndale; grandchildren, Dana Place of Manhattan Beach, CA, Brett Simplot, Rian Barnes, Travis Silvers all of Bellingham, Jessica Silvers of Tucson, AZ, Danielle Feathers of Bellingham, Braden Feathers of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Sun., Dec. 21, 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tim Lann officiating. Burial will be on Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park.

REIMER, Bob W., formerly of Whatcom County, died of leukemia Thursday, Sept. 18, 1997. A celebration in his memory will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Centralia College gymnasium. Born July 22, 1935, in Corn, Okla., he was raised in Everson. Mr. Reimer graduated from Nooksack Valley High School, the University of Washington and received a master's degree from Seattle University. He taught and coached basketball at Mount Si High School and served an athletic director and basketball coach at Centralia Community College. Following retirement in 1991, Mr. Reimer was inducted into the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges and Centralia College halls of fame. Survivors include his wife, Margaret, son Kim Reimer, daughter Kathy Villeneuve and one grandchild.

REIMER, Jacob (Jake) W. Reimer, age 86 passed away at home, 9-22-97 after suffering numerous strokes. A Graveside Service will be held Thursday, 9-25-97, 3:00 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery, Ferndale, WA, Rev. Ralph Poulson officiating. Mr. Reimer was born 11-30-1910 in Corn, OK. He was the last of 11 siblings of David and Anna (Wedel) Reimer, German Mennonite immigrants from Russia. He married Bertha Penner in the Corn Mennonite Brethren Church, 11-29-1932. He purchased his father's homestead near Corn and raised wheat, corn, cotton and livestock. In 1943 he sold the farm in Oklahoma and purchased a dairy farm near Nooksack, WA. After farming for 5 years he moved to Ferndale and started a logging business. He continued to log until his first stroke at age 75. Mr. Reimer was preceded in death by two infant daughters, Sara and Janice. Survivors in addition to his wife Bertha, include two daughters of Bellingham, Veleta Young and husband Chet, Shirley Patterson and husband Gary; a son Wayne and wife Betty of Bellevue; 6 grandchildren, Ellen and David Reimer of Seattle, Eric and Kevin Patterson of Bellingham, Cheryl Rohrer of Lynnwood and Kim Merriman of Olympia. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 2039 Main St. Ferndale.

REIMERS, Dean B., Rev., of 2416 E St. died Sunday, May 22, 1994, at his home. He was 61. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Smith Funeral Home in Sunnyside. Visitation will precede the funeral service. Burial will be Thursday in Lower Valley Memorial Gardens in Sunnyside. Born Dec. 16, 1932, to Bernard J. and Edith Clark Reimers graduated from Northwest College in Kirkland. A member of Assembly of God Church, he was pastor of Monroe Assembly of God Church and The Harrah Assembly of God Church. He was a telephone technician for GTE. Survivors include sons Rick Reimers of Bellingham, Mark Reimers and Clay Reimers, both of Everett, and Brad Reimers of Lake Stevens; daughters Tracy Phair of Bellingham, Deana Reimers of Bothell and Danyl Reimers of Everett; sister Sharon of Yakima; and 16 grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

RENNER, Leveritt Joseph - A memorial service for "Bill" Leveritt Joseph Renner of Ferndale will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Grace Community Church with the Rev. Pete Holdaas officiating. Mr. Renner died at home Thursday, July 3, 1997. He was 77. Born Feb. 1, 1920, to Joseph and Maybelle Markmann Renner in Oakland, Calif., he served in the Army Air Corps in China, Burma and India during World War II. Mr. Renner worked for Boeing Co. and an electrical engineer, Temco at ARCO Products Co. and at the bingo hall and The Doughnut Shop in Blaine. He was a member of Grace Community Church and the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 51 years, Vivian, and son Allan Renner. Survivors include wife, Mary Lou Kelly-Renner; daughter Diane Nestlebush-Floyd of Blaine, Linda Gray of California, Judy Renner of Port Orchard, Nancy Walters of Texas and Sharon Ronningen of Ferndale; 21 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

REPOZ, Joyce E., of 3802 James St. Road died Tuesday, June 22, 1993, at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. She was 76. A private family service was held. She was born May 26, 1917, in Bellingham to Clayton and Lottie Wright. A lifelong resident of Whatcom County, she graduated from Whatcom High School. She married John Repoz on May 26, 1939, in Bellingham. He died in 1977. Mrs. Repoz worked as a sales clerk for Weisfield Jewelers for more that 27 years, and later worked for Smith Jewelers before retiring. She enjoyed flowers and watching television. Survivors include son Roger Repoz of Brea, Calif.; daughter Linda Doering of Bellingham; brother Clayton Wright of Stanton, Calif.; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

RESER, Charles Reid - A memorial service for C. Reid Reser of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Garden Street United Methodist Church. Mr. Reser died Saturday, Sept. 13, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 89. Born Nov. 18, 1907, to Edward and E. Mabel Petch Reser in Swift River, Saskatchewan, he lived in Bellingham since 1929. He married Dorothy E. Hanson in 1939. Owner and operator of Reser Auto Finish painting business for several years, Mr. Reser lived in Arizona during the winter after retiring. He enjoyed traveling. He was a member of Garden Street United Methodist Church and a 50-year member of Fairhaven Lodge No. 73, F&AM and Scottish Rite and of Maple Leaf Chapter No. 58, O.E.S. Survivors include his wife, of Bellingham; sons Gary Reser of Renton and Donald Reser of San Marcos, Calif.; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

RETRUM, Robert Lewis of 6343 Vista Drive, Ferndale, died Wednesday, April 30, 1997. He was 77. A private service will be held. Born Dec. 20, 1919, in Dawson, Minn., he attended school in Minnesota and graduated from the University of Minnesota with an accounting degree. A World War II veteran, Mr. Retrum retired as an auditor with the state of Nevada. He lived in Whatcom County since October. He married Mercedes Renneker on June 11, 1949, in Bismarck, N.D. She died in 1977. Mr. Retrum enjoyed bowling and traveling. Survivors include daughter Carol Callegard of Burnaby, B.C., sister Carolyn Buckmaster of Bloomington, Minn., brother Wallace Retrum of Breckenridge, Minn., and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.

RETTIG, Eileen J., age 63 of Bellingham, passed away Tues. Dec. 28, 2004 after an extended illness. She was born February 1, 1941 to Adeline and Alton Jepperson in Bellingham. She graduated from Bellingham High School in 1958. In the 1960's, Eileen lived in Alaska at Fort Greeley working as a hair stylist and also homesteaded in the Matanuska Valley near Wasilla. Upon returning to Washington, she worked at ARCO's Cherry Point Refinery. Eileen found many interests in addition to her family including gardening, fishing, traveling, and other creative endeavors. Eileen was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Her surviving family includes her son Benjamin N. Johnson and step-daughter Tanya S. Smith, brother Bernhard Jepperson and sisters Peggy Jean Hinton and Emelyne Fredlund, step grandchildren Jeremy Ingram, Shannon and Holden Smith, Simon Smith and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Adeline and Alton Jepperson, husband, Charles Rettig; and step granddaughter, Jennifer Smith. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Whatcom County. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. in the First Presbyterian Church, 1031 N. Garden St., Bellingham.

REUBLE, Leof Marie, 79, of Blaine, died Thursday, Oct. 30, 1997, at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center in Blaine. She was born on Aug. 21, 1918, in Bellingham to Stiles and Dot (Knowlton) Nettleton. She married Thomas O. Reuble on Sept. 9, 1939, in Reno, Nev., and moved to Blaine in 1941, where her husband worked for the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service. Mrs. Reuble was a part-time salesperson and a full-time homemaker. She enjoyed arranging flowers her husband grew. She is survived by her husband, her son, Thomas G. Reuble of Sumas, daughter Linda Lee of Blaine, four grandchildren and many other relatives. At her request, there will be no services. Arrangements are by Jerns McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.

REUL, Lois Maurine, age 84 of Bellingham, passed away August 7, 1997 in Bellingham. Mrs. Reul was born June 15, 1913 in Bellingham, WA, to Jack and Gesine Mannott Gallup. She was a lifetime member of Assumption Catholic Church and the Bellingham Senior Center. She enjoyed sewing, traveling years ago and Sunday rides. She is survived by her son, Gary Reul and his wife Barbara, of Bothell and her granddaughter, Diana Reul, of Bellingham. A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 14, 1997, at Bayview Cemetery with Father Jay DeFolco officiating. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel. The arrangements and services are under direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

REUTHER, Willi – Private family services for Willi Reuther of Blaine were held April 6 at Jerns Funeral Chapel. Mr. Reuther died Monday, April 3, 2000 at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 77. Born June 2, 1922 to Georg and Margarete (Steinmetz) Reuther in Ditterswind, Germany, he moved to Whatcom County 37 years ago. Survivors include his wife Maria (Hoogendoorn) Reuther of the family home; daughter Christel Anastassopoulos of Arizona; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Apr 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RHEA, Marie E. (Hilgendorf), age 95, passed away peacefully after a short illness on July 9, 2005, at highland Convalescent Center in Bellingham, WA. She was born to Herman and Amalia Hilgendorf on December 15, 1909 in Watertown, Wisconsin. Marie attended the University of Wisconsin at Madison where she received her B. A. and M. A. degrees in Languages in 1931 and 1932, respectively. She taught languages at South Milwaukee High School from 1932 to 1937.
After her marriage to David E. Rhea, they lived in Port Townsend, WA, where David became Prosecuting Attorney. In 1945, they moved to Portland, OR, where her husband was special trial attorney for the Bonneville Power Administration. In 1947, the family moved to Bellingham, where Marie has lived since. Her community activities included St. Lukes' Pauline Newton Auxiliary, where she served two years as President. As President, she initiated sponsorship of the first Red Carpet Caper, whose proceeds benefitted (sic) St. Lukes' General Hospital. Marie also was on the Whatcom Unit, Board of the American Cancer Society for 25 years, serving variously as service-Rehab Chair, Culinary Cruise Social Hour co-chair, and Secretary. Upon retirement, she was named an Honorary Life Member. Marie was a member of AAUW, Whatcom Museum, Bellingham Yacht Club First Mates, and First Presbyterian Church. Her upbeat, positive, encouraging personality and her perpetual smile will be missed by the many who loved her dearly.
She was predeceased by her husband David E. Rhea in 1978. Surviving her are one son, the former Whatcom County District Court Judge David E. Rhea, Jr., and his wife Marnie; her one daughter Carolyn Rhea and husband Bob Lussier, grandson Matt Rhea, granddaughter Suzanne Taylor and husband Jason; and great-grandchildren Genna and Kaden Taylor. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 13th, in the chapel at Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home, 5700 Northwest Drive.

RHINEHART, Lillian M. - Services for Lillian M. Rhinehart will be at 1 p.m. June 26 at Jones-Moles Chapel with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Burial will follow at Bayview Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. next Monday and from 9 a. m. to noon June 26, at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Mrs. Rhinehart died Friday, June 15, 2001, in Bellingham. She was 90. Born in Victoria, B.C., on Jan. 18, 1911, to William and Anna (Morraes) White, she worked at Bornstein Seafoods for 30 years. She married Owen Arthur Rhinehart on Feb. 18, 1933, in Bellingham. She was a member of I.O.F. (Independent Order of Foresters). She enjoyed gardening and dancing with friends at Cook Road. She was preceded in death by her husband in December 1965, by three sisters and a brother. She is survived by two daughters Beverley LaFreniere of Birch Bay and Olive Desrochers of Bellingham; to sisters Delores Stiles and Billie Schneider of Bellingham; eight grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Bellingham.

RHODES, Edwin Michael "Mike," age 53, passed away in Bellingham (Aug. 30, 2006). He was born Nov 18, 1952 in Mt. Vernon, WA to Edwin and Myrtle (Booth) Rhodes. Mike worked for many years for the Bellingham Parks Department. He is survived by sisters Barbara Rhodes, Judi (husband Rick) Major, and Mary Murray. A Service of Remembrance will be held at Fairhaven Park on Thurs., Sept 14 at 2 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 9 Sep 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RICE, George, age 76, 615 Lakeway, passed away at a local hospital, Tuesday, May 3, (1949). Mr. Rice was a member of the Whatcom County Dairymen's Association and was a resident of the Laurel district for forty-two years, and leaves the following survivors: The widow, Martha, at home, one son, Howard L., of this city, two daughters, Mrs. Syl Weidcamp, at Lynden, and Mrs. Edward McAlpine at Chehalis, Wash.; six grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. S. G. Steinbach, Seattle; one brother, A. E. Rice, at Peoria, Ill. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth, where funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. Everett Montgomery, Saturday, May 7, at 1 p.m. Final resting place, Greenacres Memorial Park.

RICHARD, Deborah – A celebration of life service for Deborah "Debbie" Richard of Lynden will be at 6:30 p.m. Monday in the closed pavilion at Fairhaven Park. Ms. Richard died Tuesday, June 27, 2000 in Lynden. She was 43. Born Dec 22, 1956, to Jules and Francis (Marion) Richard in Seattle, she became a resident at Buckley Institution at an early age. While in her early 20s, she moved to Bellingham, where she was placed under the care of Holly Community Services. Ms. Richard was a part of Community Residential Services of Bellingham for the past 13 years. Ms. Richard was an assembly worker for Northwest Industries for many years. Ms. Richard attended the Max Higbee Center for people with developmental disabilities. She competed as a swimmer in the Special Olympics and won many medals. Survivors include friend Janniece Allred and her adopted family, which includes Jeannine, Chris and Chloe Tull and Matt Pagnossin. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RICHARDSON, John A., age 71 of Everson, passed away Aug 20, 2006. John was born July 21, 1935 in Seattle to Ormal and Evelyn Richardson. He lived for over 10 years at the Backacre on the Nooksack River in Everson, WA. He is survived by son J. Christopher Richardson (wife Janphen Deengooluam) of Everson, daughters Kim (husband Jeff) Kochman of Bellingham and Leslie Blosmo of Fort Collins, CO, brothers Byron Richardson of Seattle and Todd Richardson of Yakima, 5 grandchildren, and numerous other relatives and friends in the community. A Celebration of John's Life will be held at Westford's Broadway Hall at 2 p.m. on Friday Sept 1.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Aug 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RICHARDSON, John D., age 80, passed away at home in Bellingham, Friday, Dec. 12, 1997. Born Sept. 4, 1917 in Lang, Saskatchewan, Canada to William M. and Florence (Patterson) Richardson, he married Ellen L. Harrigan, Oct. 17, 1941 in Claresholm, Alberta and had been a Whatcom County resident for 37 years. Mr. Richardson was an active member of the Bellingham Senior Center. His hobbies included playing billiards, singing in a quartet and he was a lifelong National Hockey League fan. A retired member of the Royal Canadian Air Force and veteran of WWII, he was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion; becoming a US Citizen Oct. 31 1997. Preceded in death by his wife, Ellen L. Richardson May 24, 1995, he is survived by sons, John Richardson and wife, Verna of Calgary, Alberta, Mike Richardson and wife, Julie of Ferndale; two daughters, Sheila L. Richardson of Bellingham, and Colleen A. Peterson of Outlook, WA; sister, Margret (sic) Kosar of W. Vancouver, B.C.; nine grandchildren, Annette, Kurt and Sarah Richardson of Ferndale, Darren and Tammy Richardson of Calgary, Alberta, Bill Richardson of Federal Way, WA, Melissa Richardson of Auburn, WA and Eric Peterson of Outlook, WA, Scott Richardson of Bellevue, WA; great-granddaughter, Tesla Marie Richardson of Federal Way, WA. A memorial service will be held Wed., Dec. 17, 1997, 1:00 p.m., Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Father Patrick Freitag officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.

RICHARDSON, Michael H. - A wake for Michael H. Richardson of 6961 Mecklem Road, Everson, will be from 3 p.m. Tuesday through the evening, at the family home. He was 47. He died Friday, March 28, 1997. Born in Wenatchee to Charles and Paula (Chamberlin) Richardson, Mr. Richardson moved to Whatcom County with his family when he was a boy. He spent the rest of his life here. A Bellingham High School graduate, he graduated from Bates College in Tacoma in 1993. He worked as a dental technician at Skagit Denture Center in Burlington. He married Kathy Richardson on Oct. 13, 1995. Mr. Richardson loved music and nature and living in the woods. He was preceded in death by his father in 1995. Survivors include his wife, Kathy V. Richardson, of the family home; children Ronald and Mary Green of Everson; mother Paula Maas, Concrete, Wash.; stepmother Aggie Richardson, Elma, Wash.; brother Henry Schupp, San Angelo, Tex.; sisters Vickie Dodge and Roxane Stinsky of Anchorage, Alaska; one step-brother, four step-sisters, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

RICHARDSON, Robert Lee of Bellingham, WA, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 21, 2007, at his home in Bellingham. He was so waiting to be joined again with his beloved wife Marceille, who passed away May 19, 2004. Robert, known as Bob or Curly, was 88 years old, born in Gann Valley, SD, on January 18, 1919, to Mattie (Barnes) and Garrett Richardson. Bob was Commander of VFW Post #1585, the Grand Commander of its "Cooties" hospital group, and the Commander of VFW District #15. He was also a member of the American Legion. He worked for 28 years at Sunbeam Bakery and retired from Gais Bakery in 1981. He loved to travel. Bob and Marceille spent 11 years wintering in Ariz. Making crafts was his hobby. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Marceille, sister Roberta (Peck) Ayers, brother Wayne, granddaughter Lisa Richardson, and brother-in-law Wes King. Bob is survived by his daughter D'Linda (Jack) Laird of Lummi Island; sons Ron Richardson, Don (Kathryn) Richardson, all of Bellingham, and Larry Richardson of Blaine; brother-in-law Wally Murphy of Sedro-Woolley; sisters Bonnie King, Betty (Jack) DuPraw of Bellingham; special niece Darlene (Warren) Metcalf of Bellingham; 20 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great- grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 28 at Church of Christ.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RICHARDSON, Utta, age 68, passed away October 13, 2005, at St. Joseph Hospital. She had lived in Whatcom County for the last 12 years and in southern CA before that. Utta was a dance instructor and very passionate and very involved in folk dancing. She owned "Dances We Dance." She also performed and taught in Washington, California and Canada, including making teaching video's. Private family services will be held at a later date. Utta is survived by her son, Eric Richardson of Canyon County, CA; daughters Linda McCrae of Custer, WA, Karen Richardson of Peoria, AZ; brother Mogens Jorgensen of Kansas City, OK; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Oct 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RICHBAW, Grover F., age 88, of Bellingham, WA, passed away January 19, 1997. He is survived by his wife Juanita E. Richbaw; son, Gary A. Richbaw; step-son and daughter-in-law, Robert A. and Rosemary Lindsay, all of Bellingham, WA; seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Grover was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. He worked in the poultry business for many years as a field representative for various hatcheries, retiring in 1962. He was a member of Riverside Golf Course and enjoyed playing pool. Graveside services will be Thursday, January 23, 1997, 10:00 a.m., at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale. A coffee hour will immediately follow at Greenacres Funeral Home.

RICHBAW, Nellie - Funeral services for Mrs. Nellie Richbaw - 33 years of age - were held Saturday afternoon from the Purdy Chapel with the Rev. Charles I. Herrin of the Free Methodist Church officiating. Mrs. Richbaw was only ill at her home about a week, and her death was due to an attack of pneumonia. Surviving are her husband, Ivan Richbaw, a daughter June, her father, Mr. Frank B. Workman of Melba Idaho, a sister, Mrs. J. McCormick of California, and two brothers, Golden Workman of Melba, and Lyle Workman of Napa, Idaho. Many friends gathered within the Chapel and the floral offerings were very beautiful. Interment followed in the Blaine cemetery. Sincere sympathy is extended to the family at this time. [d. 20 Nov 1935]
(From The Blaine Journal, November 28, 1935) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

RICHESON, Edwell Gray - A graveside service for Edwell G. Richeson of Bellingham will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park, with the Rev. Gary Shoemaker officiating and ritualistic services by Fairhaven Lodge 73 F&M. A memorial service will be held during the 11 a.m. Sunday worship service at First Christian Church Disciples of Christ. Mr. Richeson died Saturday, Sept. 4, 1999, at his home. He was 77. Born Sept. 14, 1921, to Charles and Eleanor Gray Richeson in Benton, Ill., he had been a Bellingham resident since 1987. Mr. Richeson served in the U.S. Navy and later worked as an accountant for the Department of Labor, Unemployment Division, in Chicago. Mr. Richeson was an alumnus of Arizona State University and was a member of Fairhaven Lodge 73 F&M. He also was active in the Mount Baker Kennel Club. He enjoyed listening to choral music and attending concerts at Western Washington University. Survivors include many cousins. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.

RICHEY, Norman Russell, age 81, Whatcom County resident for 50 years, died on Sunday, January 19, 1997, at Mt. Baker Care Center. He was born on March 6, 1915 in Cosmopolis, WA, to Eugene and Persis (Stone) Richey. In 1941 her (sic) married Mildred Herbert. He graduated from the University of Oregon, played basketball for the U of Alaska; served in the U.S. Navy as supply officer, and in WWII in the South Pacific, New Caledonia. He was a motel owner, part owner of Marine Supply store; worked in the office for Boeing and Intalco, retiring from Intalco in 1980. Mr. Richey enjoyed salt water fishing in his 24 ft. boat, including lake fishing and making fishing tackle; avid duck and goose hunter with his sons; always had a vegetable garden; a very loving grandfather who loved reading to his grandchildren. Mr. Richey is survived by his wife Mildred of the family home; sons, Mark Richey and wife Debbie of Camano Island, Glenn Richey and wife Dana of Ferndale; brother Eugene Richey and wife Betty of Lopez Island; sister-in-law Marian Richey of Marrowstone Island; four grandsons; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. The family extends their grateful thanks to Dr. Donald Berry, and to the wonderful staff at Mt. Baker Care Center for all the loving care given to Norm. A Memorial Service will be Friday, January 24, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at the Evergreen Community Church, Grandview & Enterprise Roads, in Ferndale, with Pastor Steve VanVleck officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

RICHEY, Frances Yvonne Lorraine Sell, age 78, of Lopez Island, WA, passed away Tues., April 29, 1997 in Anacortes, WA. She was born March 15, 1919 in Circle, Mt. Married Theo Richey on Aug. 5, 1938 at Causland Park in Anacortes and they made their home on Lopez Island. She enjoyed gardening, canning and most of all her family and friends. Survived by her husband, Theo; children, Yvonne Richey of Lopez Island, Bill & wife Candy Richey of Castle Rock, WA, Ted E. Richey of Lopez Island, Joyce & husband Doug Franklin of Sedro Woolley, WA, John & wife Karen Richey of Bellingham, WA; 16 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; several brothers & sisters & numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Service will be held Sat., May 3, 1997, 3:30 p.m. at Lopez Community Church, Lopez Village, with Pastor Dennis Hanson, officiating. A gathering of family and friends will follow the service in the church fellowship hall. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

RICHMOND, Amalie Maria, of 540 10th St., Blaine died at her home Thursday Nov. 25, 1993. She was 88. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale with Pastor Robt. E. Johnson officiating. Mrs. Richmond was born Nov. 5, 1905 in Hessen Nassall, Germany and has lived in Whatcom County for 70 years. She owned the Idlesse Resort in Birch Bay for several years. She was in death by her husband Delbert Richmond in 1974 and first her husband Herman Gottlieb Rauch on July 3, 1970. Survivors include sons Norman and Walter Rauch, both of Birch Bay, WA, six grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale.
Submitted by John Rauch

RICHMOND, Glen Timothy Richmond passed away Sunday evening (March 16, 1941) at St. Joseph's hospital in Bellingham after an illness of about two months. Mr. Richmond was of a cheerful disposition and leaves many friends in the community. He graduated from the Lynden high school in the class of 1938 and had just begun a course of training at the Sehome school in Bellingham under the auspices of the Boeing Airplane company when he became ill. He died of complications following a severe attack of influenza. Mr. Richmond was born Oct. 19, 1920 at Vanguard, Sask., and came to Lynden with his parents in 1926. His mother preceded him in death twelve years ago. Survivors are his father and stepmother Mr. and Mrs. C. Delbert Richmond, one brother, James Delbert Richmond of Ferry, Alaska, two stepbrothers, Walter Rauch and Norman Rauch; three aunts, Miss Catherine Maher, of St. Paul, Minn., Miss Sara Maher, of Des Moines, Ia., and Mrs. Elva Tofflemire, of Sawyer, N.D., and five uncles, Mr. Daniel Maher, Minneapolis, Minn., Chester Richmond, Minot, N.D., Clyde Richmond and Calvin Richmond, both of Lynden. Services will be Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Knapp and Knapp funeral parlors in Lynden, with Rev. Paul Campbell officiating and burial will be in the Lynden cemetery.

RICHMOND, Muriel H. – Burial for Muriel H. Richmond of Bellingham will be March 14 in Skylawn Memorial Park in San Mateo, Calif. Mrs. Richmond died Sunday, March 5, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 89. Born March 13, 1910, to Everett and Grace (Meek) Goodell in Burlingame, Calif, she had been a Whatcom County resident since 1991. Mrs. Richmond attended the University of California at Berkeley, where she was a member of Sigma Kappa Sorority. On July 29, 1939, she married Donald P. Richmond in San Mateo. She was an avid bridge player. Survivors include her husband of the family home; sons Charles F. Richmond of Edmonton, Alberta, and Stephen E. Richmond of North Vancouver, B.C.; brother Everett Goodell of Santa Ana, Calif; and three grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RICHSTEIN, William H. - Retired construction worker William H. Richstein, 8196 Custer School Road, died Wednesday (Sept. 25, 1991) at St. Joseph Hospital Main Campus. He was 75. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Enterprise Cemetery with the Rev. Ralph Poulson officiating. Mr. Richstein was born Dec. 4, 1915 in Bremerton to Henry and Lura Richstein. A Navy veteran from World War II, he had been a Whatcom County resident for 17 years after living in King County. A member of the Carpenters Local No. 131 in Seattle, Mr. Richstein worked in construction for 45 years, retiring as superintendent for Farwest Construction Co. in Seattle. He loved the outdoors, where he hunted, fished and enjoyed clam digging with his family. Surviving are his wife, Maxine, of the family home; four sons, Charles W. Richstein of Federal Way, Larry D. Richstein of Tukwila, William J. Richstein of Tacoma and James F. Richstein of Custer; a daughter, Judy Browne of Milton; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Florence Scott of Merritt, Fla.; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

RICKARD, Levi - One of the Northwest's earliest settlers, Levi Rickard, who operated a cattle ranch at The Dalles, Ore., in 1879 and later served two terms as mayor of Waterville, Wash., passed away at the family home, 2702 Meridian street, Sunday at the age of 89 years. Mr. Rickard was born at Rickardville, Iowa, June 3, 1854, and came West to The Dalles in 1879. Ten years later he moved to Waterville where he made his home until 1900 when he moved to Everett. He came to Bellingham about twenty-five years ago and operated a grocery store until his retirement several years ago. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. W. M. Fairburn, of this city; one son, Glen R. Rickard, of Seattle; a granddaughters, Mrs. Donald Sansregret, of this city; a niece, Mrs. C. C. Smith, of Geneva, and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home Tuesday at 3 p.m. with the Rev. James M. Wilson officiating. Cremation will follow.
(From The Bellingham Herald of July 12, 1943)Submitted by Merrily Lawson

RIDDLE, Alma Ivy "Babe" age 92, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Wed., March 26, 1997 in Bellingham. She was born Sept. 9, 1904 to Ronald Leo & Rowena Ivy (Watson) Dale in Deming, WA, where she grew up. On Dec. 29, 1925 she married John W. Riddle in Everett, WA and they made their home in Deming. She welcomed family and friends to her home and enjoyed time with them. Her needlework was creative and many persons have beautiful things she made. John and Babe lived most of their retirement years in Soap Lake, WA and Babe returned to Bellingham in 1995. She was preceded in death by her husband, son John Riddle, grandson John and is survived by son, Duane & wife Joan Riddle of Hoodsport, WA; grandchildren, Sandra Green, Phyllis Riddle and George Riddle; other relatives and friends. Memorial Services will be held Thurs., April 3, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at Rosewood Villa, Bellingham. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

RIDENHOUR, Robert George "Red" a Mount Vernon area resident died Monday September 8, 1997 at Skagit Valley Hospital. He was 74 years of age. He was born on November 6, 1922 in Wickersham, WA, the son of William & Grace (Wood) Ridenhour. He was raised and educated in Whatcom Co., graduating from Mt. Baker High School in 1939. Red served in the U.S. Navy for 13 months and during WWII also served with the U.S. Army with the 71st Artillery Division until his discharge in 1946. He was united in marriage to Georgia May Monaghan in Oklahoma on October 16, 1944. He was employed with the Puget Sound Scaling and Grading Bureau for over 25 years working in Skagit, Whatcom & King Counties. He retired in 1985. Red was very active in civic and legion related organizations. He held several offices for the local, state and national posts of the American Legion and also served as a National Executive Committeeman. He was also a member of the Nooksack Masonic Lodge, the Bellingham Eagles and a lifetime member of the Elks. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid hunter, hunting for birds to big game. Mr. Ridenhour is survived by his wife Georgia of Mount Vernon. A daughter & son-in-law, Nancy & Butch Neal of Twin Falls, ID. 2 step-sons, Ray Clark of Lynden and Robert Clark & his wife Jean of Preston, WA. A daughter-in-law, Laura Ridenhour of Bellingham. 1 brother, William Ridenhour of Everson and a sister Betty Monaghan of Sedro-Woolley. 12 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Ron Ridenhour, and a brother Walt Ridenhour. Memorial services will be held Saturday, September 13, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, located at Murdock & Ferry St. in Sedro Woolley. Cremation and arrangements under direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. Private inurnment will be at Saxon Cemetery in Acme.

RIDLEY, John Franklin, 28, of Lummi died Sunday, January 26, 1997. Born to Paul W. Ridley and Teresa M. Garcia on November 8, 1968 in Bellingham. He attended Assumption Catholic School and Ferndale High School. Mr. Ridley worked as a boat builder and commercial fisherman in the San Juan Islands on a gillnetter. He recently took up scuba diving. He had plans within the week to move to Seattle and pursue his aspirations as a musician at the Seattle Art Institute. Preceded in death by brothers Patrick O'Shane Ridley - July 27, 1964 and William Paul Ridley - September 20, 1987. Survivors include his Companion, Lisa Martindale, son Joshua Ridley of Bellingham, both parents, brothers: Richard, "Pat" Ridley, Daral Ridley, a Lummi, Ray Ridley, of Lummi; sisters, Maria Ridley of Lummi, and Ramona Ridley of Lummi. Paternal Grandmother, Kathy Holeman of Bellingham. Vigil Services will be held Thurs. Jan. 30, 7 p.m. at the Lummi Community Center. Mass of Christian Burial will be said Fri. Jan. 31, 10:00 a.m. Lummi Community Center with burial in Lummi Indian Cemetery. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

RIENSTRA, Simon of 613 Woodcreek Drive, Lynden, died at Providence Hospital in Seattle from heart surgery complications on Thursday, May 19, 1994. He was 74. A memorial service, with military honors by American Legion Post No. 7, was held Monday at Grace Baptist Fellowship in Lynden with Rev. Poulson officiating. He was born Jan. 14, 1920, in Sheldon, Iowa, to Dick and Sadie (Osinga) Riensta. A former heavyweight boxer, he was an auctioneer before he enlisted in the U.S. Army, where he served with the 8th Infantry Division during World War II. Upon discharge, he worked in Southern California before becoming a dairy farmer in Whatcom County. He and his family moved to California in 1955, but returned to Whatcom County seven years later. He worked for the U.S. Forest Service at Baker Lake, then worked at Brooks Manufacturing Co., retiring in 1983. He married Alice E. Tapp on Nov. 30, 1943, in Lynden. She died in October 1991. Mr. Rienstra's hobbies included gardening, watercolor painting and woodworking. He also enjoyed draft horses and thoroughbreds. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Ferndale, where he had been serving his fifth year as a deacon. He also was a member of American Legion Post No. 7 in Bellingham and of Lumberman and Sawmill Workers Union Local No. 2667. Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son, Richard; his brothers, Dick Andrew and Peter; and two sisters Nellie and Pearl. Survivors include daughter Marilyn Rienstra of Lynden; son Robert Rienstra of Lynden; sisters Leora Pekhelder and Frances Beuzekom of Sioux Center, Iowa; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden.

RILEY, Amanda Clarice Knutson Clark, known to many as Aunt Mandy, passed away in Lynden WA on April 9, 2004. Amanda was born in Burnett County, WI August 6, 1913. Amanda married Carl Clark in 1930. In addition to becoming Carl's wife, she took on the job of helping him raise his four boys Harold, Claude, Archie, and Clayton as well as her niece and nephew Jack and Jean Knutson. After becoming a widow, Amanda married Wilbur Riley in 1965. Wilbur's children were adults but once again Amanda took on the role of mother and grandmother without hesitation. Amanda moved to Washington in 1942 and lived in the Bellingham and Camano Island areas. She was a cook at St Luke's Hospital for 23 years, a member of the Lutheran Church and life long member of the Grange. Once Amanda retired she took on volunteering and house sitting to keep herself busy. This time the pets she cared for took center stage in her life. How she loved her little doggies and always had a treat for them! Graveside services will be held at Greenacres on Thursday, April 15th at 1 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service at Trinity Lutheran Church at 2 p.m. with Pastor Doug Iben officiating.

RILEY, Paula Gayle, age 52 of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away suddenly on September 12, 2005. She was born on September 10, 1953, in Odessa, Texas to Bobbie and Paul Guthrie. Paula moved to Bellingham in 1967 and graduated from Ferndale High School in 1971. Prior to leaving Bellingham in 2000, she worked at Georgia Pacific. Paula is survived by her husband Patrick Riley, her mother Bobbie Guthrie, her sister Sherii Bartlett, daughter Heath Handy and three grandchildren, Ryan, Zachary and Cassidy. Paula was known as a compassionate, kind and gentle person. Her mother said that Paula was the joy in all of their lives and she had a special gift for everyone she knew. She was a wonderful mother and best friend to her daughter and a loving, caring, supportive wife to her husband. "To love for the sake of being loved is human, but to love for the sake of loving is angelic." Anonymous.
(From the Bellingham Herald, 18 Sep 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RINEHART, Cecil Kathleen (Stenger) Rinehart, age 92 who resided at 920 17th. Street, passed away at her residence Wednesday January 20, 1982. She had been a lifetime resident of Bellingham. She was the daughter of, John Stenger and Clara (Fouts), earliest of pioneers in Whatcom, WA. She was also a member of St.Paul's Episcopal Church. Funeral services are pending under the direction of Veroske-Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Interment Bayview Cemetery.
Submitted by John Rauch

RINEHART, Jack Edgar Carlton, well known tailor and clothing store manager, died suddenly Saturday November 3, 1951 at a local hospital. A member of a pioneer Whatcom county family, he lived in Bellingham for 30 years. He was an active member of the Elks Lodge 194, holding a lifetime membership. He was also a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. He resided at 315 Prospect Street. Survivors include the widow Cecil Kathleen (Stenger) Rinehart; two sons, Donald Raymond and John James both of Bellingham and a brother Raymond V. of Los Angeles. Services are being arranged by Bingham-Dahlquist-Jerns funeral home.
Submitted by John Rauch

RINEHART, Joann Louise passed away peacefully on December 22nd 2008. She was born on January 15, 1930 in Bellingham, Washington to Dr. Ralph and Evelyn (Hawkins) Sharninghouse. She grew up in a loving home in Bellingham. Joann attended the Campus School grades Kindergarten through 9th followed by Bellingham High School. She attended Stanford University and Graduated from Whitman College in 1951. At Whitman, she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. Joann received her teaching certificate from Western Washington University and taught primary school in the Clover Park District and Shoreline School District. She married John James Rinehart on March 6th 1963. The wedding took place at her parent's home in Bellingham. They lived in Bellingham where she was a substitute teacher until they had their 2 daughters, Clare and Martha. Joann then worked as a homemaker until she and her husband partnered to purchase and manage Larsen's Jewelry store in Bellingham. She worked with Jim in the store until they retired in 1989. She was active in various bridge clubs, the Junker's group, PEO, The Bellingham Country Club, The Bellingham Yacht Club and The Choir and Alter Guild of St Paul's Episcopal Church. Joann enjoyed collecting antiques and traveling with friends and family. Most of all she enjoyed spending summers with her family and friends at her family's summer home on Orcas Island. She had just spent a wonderful Thanksgiving there surrounded by her Orcas friends and family. She will be remembered for the love and support of her family and friends, her generosity, sense of humor, love of her pets and never missing a ferry to Orcas as the landscape whizzed by her speeding car. She is preceded in death by her husband John James, her parents Dr. Ralph and Evelyn Sharninghouse. Joann is survived by her brother George Sharninghouse of Carefree, Arizona; her daughter Clare Rinehart of Yakima; her daughter Marti McGaughey and son in law Brian McGaughey of Seattle. Also her grandchildren Mathew and Sarah Yunker of Yakima; Baker Brewer of Yakima; William and Patrick McGaughey of Seattle. The family wishes to thank her physician, Dr. Erin Baumgart from the Center For Senior Health in Bellingham, and her long time care giver Paddy Batog for helping her maintain a good quality of life. A Funeral service will be held on Saturday January 3rd at 2:00 at St Paul's Episcopal Church. Moles Family Funeral Home.

RINEHART, John 'Jim' age 74 of Bellingham, passed away October 14, 1997 at Bayside Health Care. Mr. Rinehart was born December 7, 1922 to Jack E. C. and Katherine (Stenger) Rinehart and was a lifetime Bellingham resident. A grandson of two pioneer families, the Stenger and the Fouts families, he graduated in 1940 from Bellingham High School and was a University of Washington graduate. A lifetime member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church he was Senior Warden and taught Sunday School for many years. Jim served in the U.S. Army during WWII where he helped build the Burma Road and continued to serve in the U.S. Army Reserves. He was a member of the Sigma Nu and has been an active member of the Bellingham Rotary Club. For many years he was the manager of the Weisfield's Jewelry Store in downtown Bellingham and having opened the Larsen Jewelry Store he was manager until his retirement. Jim married Jo Ann Sharninghouse March 9, 1963 in Bellingham. He leaves to survive his wife, Jo Ann Rinehart, of the family home; two daughters, Clare Yunker of Yakima and Marti McGaughey of Seattle; his brother Donald 'Mickey' Rinehart of Salem, OR; two grandchildren, Matthew Yunker and Sarah Yunker; two nieces Sarah and Michelle. A family graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, October 17, 1997, in the Bayview Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 1997, in the St. Paul's Episcopal Church with Father John W. Gibbs officiating. The arrangements & services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

RIPPERDA, Barbara J. – A wake to honor Barbara Jo Ripperda of Palouse, formerly of Bellingham, will be at 6:30 p.m. Saturday in the pavilion at Fairhaven Park. Mrs. Ripperda died Thursday, June 29, 2000 at her home. She was 47. Born June 27, 1953 to Bill and Etta Ripperda in Bellingham, she earned a degree in environmental studies from Huxley College at Western Washington University. Mrs. Ripperda was a cabinet-maker. She had a love for travel, adventure, nature and animals. Survivors include her husband, John Dancey; mother; and sister Cheryl Schilder, Louise DeRies and Karen Schwantes.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jul 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RISE, Edith V., age 92, resident of Point Roberts, WA, formerly of Lake Stevens, WA, passed away May 17, 2005. She was born June 19, 1912 in Monroe, WA to Annie E. and William L. Hamilton, the youngest of three girls, sister to Mary and Wilhemina. She was educated at Monroe and Sunnyside, WA schools, with secondary education at Vancouver Academy in Vancouver, WA. Edith returned to Everett, WA during the depression years to help her mother run a Boarding House on Grand Ave. Edith married Oscar Rise in 1936 and moved to Lake Stevens, WA in 1939 where they lived until 1986. During the war years, Edith worked at Soundview Pulp in the chemist lab while Oscar was in the Pacific Theater. In later years, she worked at Chaffee's Apparel in Everett during the late 50's and through the 60's. In 1987 they moved to Point Roberts. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-five years, Oscar, and her sisters, Willie and Mary. Edith is survived by her daughter Shelley Damewood of Point Roberts; grandson Jesse Rise Damewood of Sandpoint, ID; niece Charlene Nelson of Iowa; nephew David De Baer of Texas; and brother-in-law Clifford Rise and his wife Helen of Anacortes. She also leaves numerous nieces and nephews by marriage. Edith loved her family and she valued the friendships she made during her lifetime, and the family thanks them for all of their support during this time. The family wishes to thank Mt. Baker Care Center for their special employees that gave Edith so much care and comfort. Final interment will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church in Everett. A local gathering will be held at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 22 May 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RISKE, Clarence, age 82 of Lynden, died Monday, December 1, 1997. He was born March 22, 1915 in Bruderheim, Alberta, Canada, to Gustav and Emilie (Gabert) Riske. As a young man he worked in his father's Chevrolet Garage as a bookkeeper. In 1940 he attended the Moravian College and Seminary in Bethlehem, PA. In 1944 he graduated and married Anne Kobus. They moved to Calgary, Alberta, where he served as pastor in his first church, and also where his first son Glenn was born. Their second son Marc was born where he served in Uhrichsville, OH. He continued serving Moravian Churches; West Salem, IL, Bethany and Goshen Moravian Churches in Winona County, MN; and the Methodist Church and Moravian Churches in Cass County, ND. In 1980 he retired and moved to Birch Bay and recently to Lynden. His hobbies included reading, the outdoors and hiking in the mountains, and gardening. He was a member of the Lions Club, Buckeye Club, and church administration. Pastor Riske is survived by his wife Anne Riske; son Glenn Riske of Los Angeles; son and daughter-in-law Marc and Vicki Riske of Phoenix, AZ; brothers, Earl Riske of Bruderheim, Alberta, Irwin Riske of Henderson, NV, Norman Riske of Abbotsford, B.C,; grandchildren, Illya Riske and Amanda Riske of Phoenix, AZ; numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. He was predeceased by a sister Violet Downs. A Graveside Inurnment Service will be Friday, December 5, 1997, 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, followed by a Memorial Service at 3:00 p.m. at the United Church of Ferndale with Rev. Heather Mordhorst officiating and assisted by Eric Schulze of Lynden. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

RITTENBERG, Donald E., 71, of 927 S. Nevada Drive, Longview, died June 1, 1983, in a local hospital. He was born Aug. 13, 1911 at Clipper, Wash. to a Lynden, Wash., pioneer family. He moved to Bellingham and then to Portland where he lived most of his life before moving to Longview 14 years ago. Rittenberg was a retired head sanderman for International Paper. Before his career in the plywood industry, he was a marine engineer and worked on vessels in Puget Sound and Alaskan waters. He was a member of ATOL and past president of the Wurlitizer Organ Guild. Surviving are his wife, Cora Rittenberg, at home; a daughter and son, Donna Lee Childs and Ronald I. Rittenberg, both of Bellingham; a stepdaughter, Carolyn Collins of Longview; a stepson, James K. Horner of Reno, Nev., a sister, Elizabeth "Bette" Laws of Council, Alaska; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. There will be a memorial service at 3:30 p.m. Friday at McVicker's Chapel on the Hill with the Rev. Bernard Colby officiating. Graveside services and interment will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Lynden Cemetery.
(From The Longview Daily News, Longview, Washington, June 2, 1983) Submitted by Reg Rittenberg

RITTENBERG, Horace Erwin "Bob" 71, a native of Lynden, Wash., and a resident of this area for the last two years, died yesterday (Nov. 9, 1958) in a local hospital. His home was at 540 Riverside drive, Capitola. A retired shingle weaver, he formerly was with the Anacortes Shingle company in Washington. He is survived by his widow, Winifred I. Rittenberg of Captola; two sons, Donald E. Rittenberg of Portland, Ore., and Robert B. Rittenberg of Yakima, Wash.; two daughters, Mrs. Jack Blankenship of Santa Clara and Mrs. Bette O'Dell of Anchorage, Alaska; 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted tomorrow at 2 p.m. in the Wessendorf chapel with Rev. Marlin Bowman, Seminarian in charge of the Episcopal church of St. John the Baptist in Capitola, officiating. Private inurement will follow in the IOOF crematory. Horace's remains are buried in the family plot in the Lynden Cemetery.
(From The Santa Cruz Sentinel, Monday, November 10, 1958) Submitted by Reg Rittenberg

RITTENBERG, Robert, age 62, of Selah, Wash., passed away Wed., March 16, (1977). He had been a resident of Selah for 24 years and lived in Whatcom County previously. He is survived by his wife, Edwina; his mother, Winifred of Longview; 2 sons, Reginald of Bonners Ferry, Idaho and Edwin of Kennewick; 4 daughters, Cheryl Ritt (Note: should have been printed "Cheryl Rittenberg") of Bainbridge Island, Helen Mullinex of Fairbanks, Alaska, Lynn Hess of West Richland, Bonita Wolff of Everett; brother John (Note: should have been printed "Don") of Longview; sister Betty Laws of Council, Alaska, 17 grandchildren, numerous other relatives. Graveside services will be held Monday, March 21, 11 a.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, Rev. David Nelson officiating. Services under the direction of Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, March 1977) Submitted by Reg Rittenberg

RITTENBERG, Winifred I., 89 of 927 S. Nevada Drive, Longview, died Feb. 15. 1981, in a local hospital. Mrs. Rittenberg was born June 13, 1891, in Wilmot, S.D. Before moving to this area in 1970, she was a longtime resident of Bellingham, where she was a member of the Clamdiggers Association. She is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth "Bette" Laws of Council, Alaska; a son, Don Rittenberg, of Longview; two sisters, Ruth Ireland of Sedro Woolley and Susan Hays, of Bellingham; 13 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Private family services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in McVicker's Chapel on the Hill, with cremation to follow. McVicker's Chapel on the Hill is in charge. Winifred's remains are buried in the family plot in the Lynden Cemetery.
(From The Longview Daily News, Longview, Washington) Submitted by Reg Rittenberg

ROBBINS, Robert T. "Bob" age 61 of Birch Bay Village, Blaine, WA, suddenly passed away in Bellingham, WA January 25, 1997. A Memorial Service will be held 3:30 p.m. Thursday, January 30, 1997 in the Performing Arts Center of the Blaine School District with Pastor Dennis Wildermuth officiating. Bob was born on December 24, 1935 to Charles an Mabel Robbins in Kettle Falls, WA. He graduated from Blaine High School in 1954. He married his high school sweetheart, Jacquie Yabunoff two years later on April 21, 1956. Bob had his own construction business with his nephew, Don Nelson, before working as a maintenance supervisor for the Blaine School District for 24 years. Bob enjoyed golfing, attending school sporting events and just being with his family. He is survived by his wife of the family home; two daughters, Cindy and her husband, Gary Vogt, of Birch Bay and Jodi and her husband Drew Beveridge of Sardis, B.C.; two precious grandchildren, Holli Lynn and Sean Robert Beveridge; brothers and sisters, Dorothy Johnson, Myrtle Evans and her husband Marvin, Gene Robbins an his wife Dorothy, Pete Robbins; sisters-in-law Lois Robbins and Gerry Gudonson and her husband Dennis of Seattle; numerous nieces and nephews. The arrangements are under the direction of The Jerns McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.

ROBERG, Paul K., age 64, of 5201 LaBounty Rd., Bellingham, passed away Thurs., May 21st in Bellingham. He was born Sept. 5, 1922 in Compton, Minn. and moved to this area in 1963. He was a member of the St. John's Lutheran Church, DVA of Bellingham and the VFW of Custer. He enjoyed hunting & fishing. He leaves to survive his wife, Lucille of the family home; daughter Kathleen & husband Dale Beane & their 2 children Paul & Todd of Oak Harbor. Funeral services will be held Wed., May 27th, 2 p.m. at the Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel with Pastor Daugs officiating.

ROBERTS, Charlotte Lillian (Lil) passed away on July 14, 1997, at the age of 82 at Highland Convalescent Center in Bellingham. Lil was born July 11, 1915, in Ellensburg, Washington. She moved to Bellingham with her family at an early age and attended school here, graduating from Whatcom High School, Class of 1932. He career work began as a secretary at a stock brokerage firm. She served as a volunteer with the American Red Cross during World War II as a liason sending and receiving messages between families in the U.S. and occupied Norway. In 1949 she began a 10 year assignment with the U.S. Forest Service in Bellingham. She retired from Federal service in 1959. She worked at jobs at Hazel's Cafe and Win's Drive-In in Fairhaven. She also did part-time secretarial work at Our Saviours Lutheran Church. She loved reading, watching Mariners baseball, Wimbledon tennis, any tennis, and football. Lil was preceded in death by her father, Richard, mother Ellen, brothers Jim, George and Joe, sister Beth. She leaves to survive her sister Winnifred Easterly of Bellingham and numerous nephew, grandnephews, nieces and grandnieces. At her request there will be no services. Her ashes will be spread at her favorite fishing hole.

ROBERTS, Emery R., age 79, retired immigration officer of Blaine, passed away at his home Sunday, April 10, following a short illness. Surviving relatives include two daughters, Mrs. Mary Mulheirn, Portland, Ore., Mrs. Loova Peterson, Spokane; one son, E. R. Roberts, Napa, Calif.; two grandchildren; two brothers, Ray E. Roberts, and Arthur S. Roberts, both Boise, Idaho, six nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, (today), April 14, at 2 p.m. from the McKinney Funeral home with Rev. Evan David officiating. Interment in Blaine Cemetery.
(From The Blaine Journal, April 14, 1955) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

ROBERTS, Jeffrey R., age, 40, lifetime resident of Bellingham, Wa., died at home, Sunday, December 29, 1996, after a two-year battle with cancer. He was born November 10, 1956 to James G. and Lois Jean (Fredeen) Roberts. Jeff was a graduate of Sehome High School and the University of Washington. He was employed as a project engineer in the mechanical engineering department of the Anvil Corporation. He was an avid golfer, skier and fisherman. He had a particular love of the San Juan Islands. Jeff will be remembered for the courage and humor with which he faced his illness. Preceded in death by his mother, Lois Jean, Jeff is survived by his father, James G. Roberts of Bellingham; his brother, Scott Roberts and wife Nancy Teel of Seattle, WA; his sister, Mary Roberts and husband James Brewer of Seattle; nieces, Emma Hite of Bow, WA and Shannon Roberts of Seattle; nephews, Alexander Brewer and Brian Roberts of Seattle. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, January 3, 1997 at Northwest Baptist Church with Pastor George Bedlion officiating. Private commitment at Greenacres Memorial Park. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

ROBERTS, Ray F., age 80 of 13907 14th Place West, Lynnwood passed away at his home on Fri., Feb. 27, 1987. He was born in Delmar, ID on July 5, 1906, had been a Lynnwood resident for the last 2 yrs & prior to that lived in B'ham for over 60 yrs where he had worked at Georgia Pacific where he retired after 20 yrs of employment in 1971. He was a member of the Garden St. Methodist Church of B'ham, B'ham Bay Lodge No. 44 F & AM. He leaves to survive: his wife, Beth C. of the family home; daughter, Sally Jean & husband Ted Knutson of Lynnwood; grandchildren, Robin & Dennis Knutson of Lynnwood & a niece, Mrs. Doug Marr of B'ham. Funeral services will be conducted Mon., March 2nd at 1 PM in the Chapel of Jones Funeral Home with Pastor Thomas J. Eberle officiating. Burial to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements by Jones Funeral Home.

ROBERTSON, James M., aged 67 years, passed away at Seattle Sunday, September 10, (1944). Mr. Robertson made his home in Seattle but had been a frequent visitor here with his son, Paul D. Robertson and family. Additional survivors include two sons, William F. at Seattle and Clarence, at Carlsburg, Wash.; one daughter, Mrs. Clifford Bothell, Seattle; two brothers, William, at Anacortes, and Paul, at Los Angeles; one sister, Mrs. Mae Freehe, Lake Tapps, Wash., and eleven grandchildren. The remains will be received at the Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home where services will be conducted by the Rev. W. Carl Calhoun, Friday, September 15, at 3 p.m. Final resting place, Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From the Bellingham Herald, September 14, 1944) Submitted by Merrily Lawson

ROBERTSON, Wylye P. of Bellingham died Wednesday, July 2, 1997, after a short illness. He was 73. Mr. Robertson was born Dec. 5, 1923, in Torrance, Calif., to Wylye and Martha Robertson. He retired from Hughes Aircraft Corp. He was a skilled sailor and computer expert. Survivors include a daughter, Susie Smith, and granddaughter Anthea, of Hampshire, England; a sister, Lucille Hazel of Bellingham; nieces and nephews including June Hazel and Percy N. Hazel, all of Bellingham. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel, followed by a coffee hour in the Whatcom Room, 2465 Lakeway Drive at Yew Street. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

ROBEY, Evelyn E., age 75 of 2718 Northwest Ave., passed away Tues., June 20, 1978. Mrs. Robey was a life time resident of this community and a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. She is survived by her husband, Jack; 4 sons, George Durbin, Max, Wayne and David Garvin, all city; 2 daughters, Mrs. Louise Eckert and Jennie Norman, both city; 26 grandchildren, numerous great and great great grandchildren, brother, Earl Hamilton of Forks, Wash.; 2 sisters, Mrs. Mae Potter, Van Zandt and Mrs. Florence Wood of Arlington. Services Thursday, June 22 at 1 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Cremation Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, June 21, 1978) Submitted by Debbie deHoog

ROBEY, Lois Ann, age 79 of Bellingham, WA, died May 28, 1997 at St. Francis Ext. Health Care. She was born June 6, 1917 in Butte, Montana to Ranald and Hattie (Rees) Grant. Mrs. Robey worked as a clerk for Halls Bakery and later for Clarks Market. She enjoyed yard work, fishing and reading the Bible. Preceded in death by her husband, Jack Robey in 1990. She leaves to survive a son, Alan Grant Robey of Cottonwood, CA; grandchildren, Dean Robey of Everson, WA and Alana Frisbie of Cottonwood, CA. Memorial services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, 1997. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

ROBIDEAU, Viola Lucy, "A'mi-yot" age 65 of the Lummi Nation, died Saturday, Jan. 10, 1998 at her home. She was born Feb. 10, 1932 to Arthur and Christine (Placid) Lane in the Lummi Nation and was a lifetime resident. Mrs. Robideau attended Chemewa Indian School. She was an avid bingo player, sports fan, homemaker and supported all of her nieces and nephews in their sports activities. She was a community leader and an advocate for tribal affairs. Survivors include her husband, Clarence Robideau of Lummi Nation. They were married for 27 years and had their marriage blessed in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale in 1995. Other survivors include sons, Stephen A. Robideau and Frank Lane, both of Bellingham plus numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters Violet Hillaire, Gladys Cultee and brother Virgil Lane. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, Jan. 13, 1998 at 10:00 a.m. by the Reverend Patrick J. Twohy at wex-li-em (Lummi Community Center) Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.

ROBIESON, Georgetta "Sue" age 61 went to be home with the Lord on Sunday, July 11, 2004. She is survived by many friends and family who will dearly miss her joyful spirit. Sue's son Paul Janousek, his wife Erika and children Emma, Molly and Cameran; and Sue's daughter Dorothy Baker, her husband Scott and children Ray, Jesse, Jordan and Jeremy, want to say a special thank you to all those who graciously supported our mother and our family during her last days. We pray that God abundantly returns His blessings to you and your loved ones.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Jul 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROBINETTE, Ethel Ann - Funeral service for Ethel Ann Robinette, age 95, of 4304 Northwest, City, will be Wed. Dec. 9, 2 p.m. Jones Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Bayview Cemetery. Mrs. Robinette passed away Sun. Dec. 6, 1987. A Bellingham resident for 77 years, she is survived by her son, Charles H. Robinette of Bellevue; sister, Edith Christensen; brother, Clyde Handley, both of City; 2 grandchildren.

ROBINSON, Allen E. - A family graveside service with military honors for Allen E. Robinson of Bellingham was held at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Robinson died at home Saturday, July 17, 1999. He was 74. Mr. Robinson was born Jan. 23, 1925, to John T. and Alma (Johnson) Robinson in Nooksack. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and was a member of Albert J. Hamilton Post No. 7 American Legion, National Rifle Association, International Order of Foresters and Teamsters union Local No. 231. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Mildred, of the family home; son Michael Robinson of Bellingham; daughter Marlene Robinson of Bellingham; sister Maxine Jones Gamlen of Everson; brother John Robinson of Bellingham; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

ROBINSON, Anya B. (Annie) passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2005, after courageously battling an acute illness for the last 5 years. She was 20 years old and is survived by her parents, Susan Burke and Laird Robinson and her brother, Miles Robinson, and relatives in both Washington and Maine, who will greatly miss her. Annie attended Bellingham schools and most recently Whatcom Community College. She was known for her artistic talents and creative spirit. She voraciously sought spiritual truth and knowledge. The family requests that in keeping with Annie's generous spirit and her compassion for those less fortunate, that her memory can be honored by performing one act of kindness toward someone who is hungry, homeless, confused or otherwise in need of help. She also had a great love for animals and her spirit would be honored by someone helping an unwanted animal to find a safe home. A memorial service for friends and family will be held at a later date.

ROBINSON, Bonnie Kay, age 31, passed away April 29, 2007 while canoeing in Bellingham Bay. She was born April 8, 1976 in Augsburg, Germany. Bonnie was a talented artist and she had a beautiful voice. She also loved to dance throughout her life. Bonnie's smile and enthusiasm were contagious. Bonnie was preceded in death by her brother Shawn Doyle, aunt Julie Ann Swensen and uncle Mark Van Horn. She is survived by her parents Jackie and Greg Doyle, brother Jeffrey (Alisha) Robinson and their daughter Calista, sister-in-law Sandra Doyle and her son Coby, grandparents Ted (Verlaine) Van Horn, uncles Jeff (Kathleen) Van Horn, John (Tracy) Van Horn, Peter (Antoinette) Van Horn, Matthew (Jana) Van Horn, Thomas (Karen) Van Horn, aunts Karen (Steven) Mordue and Alisa Van Horn, Patty (Carson) Parker, Shelly Bergman, Lynne Bergman, Laura (Jeff) Baker, and numerous other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 May 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROBINSON, Dorothy Virginia, age 63, of Bellingham, WA, died Saturday, January 13, 1996 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born November 13, 1932 in Seattle, WA to Willis and Laura (Morrison) Jacobson. Mrs. Robinson was a 1950 graduate of West Seattle High School. She came to Bellingham where she married William R. (Bill) Robinson September 4, 1954 and has lived in Bellingham for 43 years. She was employed 12 years as a bookkeeper for Yorkston Oil Co. retiring in 1995 for health reasons. Survived by her husband, Bill of the family home; a son, Bill Robinson of North Bend, WA; two daughters Julie Will and Lauri Robinson both of Seattle; three sisters, Floralee Milner, Betty Jo Keeley and Thelma Yates all of Seattle; three grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel, 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 19, 1996. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

ROBINSON, Harriet A., age 64 of Bellingham, died June 23, 2005 at home. Harriet was born April 1, 1941 in Winnipeg, Canada, to Leighton and Margaret Robinson. Harriet graduated from Bellingham High School in 1962. She enjoyed needlework, housework, yardwork, collecting stamps and visiting with family. Harriet is preceded in death by her father Leighton and her sister Nancy. She is survived by her mother Margaret of Bellingham, brother Don (Trish) Robinson of Bellingham, nieces Cathie (Al) Wright, Christy (Jason) Bodger, Karen (Drew) Orem and Shausta Eckland. A family gathering will be held at a later date.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Jun 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROBINSON, Herbert, Rev., D.D. - A funeral for Herbert Robinson of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Full Gospel Fellowship Church with the Revs. Ed Taves and Cecil Savage officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. The Rev. Robinson died Tuesday, Feb. 11, 1997. He was 90. Born Aug. 14, 1906 to George and Mary Ann Hackney Robinson in Ladysmith, B.C., he married Marjorie Jones on Aug. 1, 1936 in Vancouver, B.C. The Rev. Robinson founded Covenant Bible Fellowship in Vancouver and served as pastor of Covenant Bible Fellowship in Bellingham from 1954 to 1964. He enjoyed writing, history and languages. He was preceded in death by sisters, Emily, Connie, Georgina and Edna; and brother Harry. Survivors include his wife; daughters, Joan Savage of Mission, B.C., Roselyn Hatheway of Tucson, Ariz., Grace Robinson Price of Sequim; brother Arthur Nicklin of Maple Ridge, B.C.; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home.

ROBINSON, Lorna Martha Rainey, age 84 of Lynden, [a] Whatcom County resident for sixteen years, quietly went to be with Jesus on December 4, 1997, surrounded by the prayers of all of her family and the many others who loved her. Lorna was born in New Orleans, LA, on October 22, 1913. She enjoyed sewing, crafts and belonged to St. Mary's Guild at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale. Lorna is survived by her beloved husband Everett Robinson, their two sons and wives John and Uncha Robinson of Tacoma, WA, Everett and Denise Robinson of Lynden, WA; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Lorna is also survived by three sisters and four brothers, Calvin Rainey of Tucson, AZ, Patricia Schulte of Arabi, LA, Kathleen Wieczor of Chalmette, LA, Douglas Rainey of Chalmette, LA, David Rainey of Arabi, LA, Francis Rainey of Arabi, LA, and Lorraine Schorling of New Orleans, LA; and numerous nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her father Walter Rainey in 1939; mother Ethel Rainey in 1973; brothers, John Rainey in 1944, Thomas Rainey in 1946; and sister Rosemary Rainey in 1963. A Vigil Service will be held Sunday, December 7, 1997, 7:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. The Funeral Mass will be Monday, December 8, 1997, 9:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ferndale with the Reverend Tim Sauer, Officiant. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

ROBINSON, Roy L. – A memorial service for Roy Leonard Robinson of Everett, formerly of Bellingham, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mobile Country Club in Everett. Mr. Robinson died Thursday, March 2, 2000, at Parkway Care Center in Snohomish County. He was 81. Born April 28, 1918, to Mable and Walter Robinson in Bellingham, he lived in Bellingham from 1918 to 1963. Mr. Robinson worked for Merrill News Agency of Bellingham for many years. He later transferred to Rainier News Agency of Everett, where he retired. He was preceded in death by his brother Jack Robinson. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Elaine, and daughters JoAnn Cull and Pam Jacobsen, all of Everett; brothers Bill and Dave Robinson and sister Shirley Grinstead, all of Bellingham; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and other relatives. Arrangements are by Solie Funeral Home of Everett.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 7 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RODGERS, Lawrence J. "Larry" age 61, passed away at the Mt. Vernon Care Center, on Wednesday, July 23, 1997, following a long illness. Larry was born in Oswego, Indiana on Aug. 31, 1935 to Norman and Doris Rodgers. Including his parents, Larry was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Kay Ketchum Rodgers, a brother, Paul Rodgers and step-mother Alma (Stromme) Rodgers. Larry moved to Bellingham in 1944, and attended local schools. He graduated from Meridian High School in 1953. Following graduation he entered the Armed Forces and served overseas during the Korean War. Upon returning to the states he worked for Standard Oil and was employed for many years at the Skagit Bendix Corp., in Sedro Woolley. After his employment there, he worked independently as an accountant and in Real Estate. He and his wife, Marlys, presently own and operate Brassy's Gift Shoppe, in LaConner. Larry dearly loved camping, fishing and hunting. Many of his free hours were spent happily in the out-of-doors, with his family and friends. He lifted those he met with his genuine enthusiasm and pleasure of nature, great sense of humor and love of music. Larry is survived by his wife, Marlys at the family home in LaConnor, 2 daughters, Joni and husband Marc Parnell, Tami and husband Dan Heidelberg all of W. Richland, WA; 1 son, Pat Rodgers of Anacortes; 2 granddaughters, Lyndsay and Amanda Parnell; 1 brother, Patrick Rodgers of Warsaw, Indiana; sister, Iris Gerber of Rice, WA; one step-brother Al Stromme of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews. Following Larry's wishes, no service was held. Cremation was under the direction of the Kern Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon.

ROESSEL, Alta Marie "Billie" age 76, a lifetime Whatcom County resident, passed away Saturday, August 30, 1997. Billie was born to William and Eva (Taylor) Baer on September 1, 1920 in Whatcom County. Billie and her siblings Harold "Blinky", Clarice, Lila and Gloria were raised on the Baer homestead established in 1882 (located in Ferndale on the corner of Paradise and Northwest Rds.) After losing her mother in 1930, Billie and her siblings were raised by their father Bill Baer. Billie attended the one-room Paradise School located on property that was donated by her grandfather. She graduated from Ferndale High School. In 1939 she married her high school sweetheart Ronald Roessel. Their identical twin sons, William "Bill" and Phillip "Phil" were born in 1942. Their daughter Ronnie Lee was born in 1960. Ronald and Billie moved to the Homestead in 1962 after the death of her father. Billie enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren grow and play on homes adjacent to the property. Billie was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses in 1958, and shared fully in her faith until her death. She is survived by her husband Ronald Roessel of the family home; son Bill and wife MaryLou Roessel of Ferndale; son Phil and wife Nancy Roessel of Ferndale; grandchildren, Wendi and husband Mark Miller of Minden, NV, Crystalyn and husband Atanu Basu of Honolulu, HI, Cherrill and husband Ken Pike, Rebakah Roessel, Charles, Greg, Nicholas and Tyler Roessel, all of Whatcom County; great-grandchildren, Jeremy and Jasmine Miller, Isabella Basu, Charles Jr., and Sequoia Roessel; brother Harold and wife Dorothy Baer of Newport Beach, CA; sister Gloria Hughes of Poulsbo, WA; numerous nieces and nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her daughter Ronnie Lee in 1976, grandsons Kirk Roessel in 1986 and Duane Roessel in 1993. Billie will be missed greatly by all. She touched many lives through her strength and love and devotion to her family. She taught us to appreciate our roots and to have a positive view of the future. A private family graveside service will be held, Wednesday, September 3, 1997, 3:00 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, located at 892 Wiser Lake Road. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

ROESSEL, Gordon Charles was born on November 15, 1908 in Ferndale, the oldest child of Philip J. and Clara (Hagin) Roessel. He passed away on October 22, 1997 at St. Francis Extended Health Care Center where he had been a resident for the last 5 1/2 years. He married Margaret Lindal on August 15, 1934 and she preceded him in death on May 1, 1995. Gordon and Margaret lived in Custer until February 1991 when they moved from his beloved 5 acre paradise to Bellingham, his heart was always in Custer and felt there was no need to shop in Bellingham when he could get it all in Custer. He worked hard all his life with jobs ranging from early day bartending and grocery worker to mill worker. He also worked for the county road department and retired after twenty years. He served as a fire commissioner for Whatcom County Fire District #13 for many years. He always enjoyed people and had a twinkle in his eye for a good practical joke. Mr. Roessel is survived by a daughter and son-in-law Yvonne McGhee and Fred Parrish of Bellingham; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A graveside service will be held Friday, October 24, 1997, 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park with Mr. Rex Watt officiating. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

ROGERS, Carol A., age 48, of 2621 Birchwood, Bellingham, passed away Mon., Sept. 16, 1991 at St. Joseph Hospital Main Campus. Mrs. Rogers was born Aug. 22, 1943 in Bellingham to George and Catherine Stone. She graduated from Bellingham High School in 1961, and attended Bellingham Vocational-Technical Institute for her CNA degree. A homemaker, Mrs. Rogers' hobbies were cooking and knitting. She is survived by her husband, Donald, of the family home; a son, Timothy Rogers of Bellingham; a daughter, Carla Hamilton of Bellingham; two sisters, Patricia York of Ferndale, and Cathy Hadrath of Blaine; a grandson, Andrew Hamilton; nephews James, Chris and Corey Hadrath and Jason York. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 1991 at Greenacres Memorial Park. The Rev. Gwen Norment will officiate. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

ROGERS, Joseph (Frank) passed away March 30th. He was 88 years old. He leaves a wife, 2 children, 2 stepchildren, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren, all who loved him very much. A memorial will be held Sat., April 7 at 1 p.m. at the First Christian Church. A reception will follow.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROGERS, Lila O., age 92, a longtime Bellingham resident, passed away unexpectedly on January 2, 1998 at Meydenbauer Retirement Center in Bellevue. She was born on April 21, 1905 in Anacortes. After graduating from Bellingham Normal in 1926, she returned to Anacortes to teach, then moved to Everett where she taught special education. On June 12, 1937, she and Clayton Edward Rogers were married. The family moved to Bellingham in 1943 where she resided until moving to Bellevue in 1992. Relatives include her daughter and son-in-law Karen and Lee Edal of Longview; son Clayton (Ted) Rogers of Auburn; her sister Dorothy Baptie of Shoreline; brothers Garland Okerlund of Bellingham and Emmett Okerlund of Liliwaup, WA and a sister-in-law Agnes Rogers of Seattle. She is also survived by a special niece Carole Alexander and numerous other nephews and a niece. Lila was preceded in death by her husband Clayton R. Rogers in 1968. Mrs. Rogers especially enjoyed holidays with her son Ted and daughter and son-in-law Karen and Lee, and "bust outs" for lunch with her niece Carole. She was active and happy to the very end. Lila will be greatly missed. Memorial services will be 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 7, 1998 at Westford Funeral Home.

ROGERS, Mary Alta passed away in Lynden on May 13, 2002. She was 82, born May 30, 1919 in Sheridan, OR, to Joe and Lulu (Isaacs) Brown. Mary was Worthy Matron of Eastern Star, and an active member of Marysville United Methodist Church bell choir and choir for 20 years. She was also a member of Birchwood Presbyterian Church in Bellingham. Mary loved boating on Puget Sound, hunting, gardening, sewing and painting. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Buster, whom she married in Blackfoot, ID in 1951; one brother, and two sisters. She is survived by her son, Dog and Velma Rogers of Olympia; daughter, Ethlyn "Lynn" and Jim Willett of Bellingham; grandchildren, Sunday, Bobby, Julie, Christie, Ruth and Aaron; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service Saturday, May 18, at 1:00 p.m. at Birchwood Presbyterian Church in Bellingham. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

ROGERS, Oscar W. Dr., age 70, of 1200 W. Holly Street, passed away in a local hospital Friday, March 19, (1954). Dr. Rogers had resided in this community for the past 50 years and was a well known dentist. He was a member of the Broadway United Presbyterian Church. Surviving relatives include his wife, Mrs. Agnes Rogers at the family home; 2 daughters, Mrs. Barbara Sehon of Tacoma, and Miss Kathryn Rogers of Seattle; a granddaughter, Barbara Ann Sehon of Tacoma; 2 sisters: Miss Maud R. Rogers of Bellingham, and Miss Alice M. Rogers of Seattle; and a number of nieces and nephews. The remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by Rev. Norman Harrison, Monday, March 22 at 11:00 a.m. Final resting place, Greenacres Memorial Park.

ROGERS, Sammy R. – On Sunday, 23 January 2000, at the family home in Blaine, Sammy R. (Sam) Rogers passed away after several months of struggle with cancer. He was born in Earlsboro, Oklahoma, on 3 May 1932 and was the eldest son of Rev. Harry A. and Mrs. (Alice) May (Price) Rogers. Sam was married on 26 September 1952 to Roberta Shackelford in Miami, Oklahoma, and the couple have three children and six grandchildren. Sam was a devoted Christian, an ordained minister, and served God in many capacities. During the late 1940's and 1950's he was an evangelist in large tent revivals, and also served as a missionary/evangelist in British Columbia during the 1960's. He and his wife, Roberta, were the founders of Gateway Ministries in Blaine in the late 1970's. Sam was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving his country overseas during the Korean conflict. He moved with his family to the Blaine area in 1968 and worked as a mechanic at the Atlantic Richfield and Chevron stations there for 30 years. An avid sportsman, Sam spent many hours fishing and hunting with his sons, grandchildren, and numerous friends. He held a commercial endorsement on his private pilot license and donated his flying skills to the community of Blaine, flying the "Penny-a-Pound" rides from the Blaine airport during the annual Skywater Festival. Preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and three sisters, Sam is survived by his wife of 47 years, Roberta, of the family home in Blaine; two sons, Leonard and his wife Francis of Blaine, Rex and his wife Kathi of Castle Rock, WA; one daughter, Rita of Blaine; six grandchildren, Kristopher, Katherine, Johnathan, Brent, Rachael and Colton; two brothers, Tom Rogers of Quapaw, Oklahoma and Bill Rogers of Commerce, Oklahoma and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his family and a host of friends. A casual celebration of Sam's life will be held at Word of Life Church, located at the Northeast corner of the Guide Meridian and Main Street in Lynden 2:30 p.m. Saturday, 29 January. Arrangements by Jern's McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Jan 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROGERS, William McDermott, age 80, of 1005 Old Samish Rd., Bellingham passed away Tues., July 29, 1997, at the Christian Health Care Center in Lynden. He was born Jan. 15, 1917, in Graton, CA to Morton and Evelyn (McDermott) Rogers and had been a Whatcom County resident for the past 44 years. Mr. Rogers served as a corporal in the U.S. Army in the military police escort company during World War II. He marred Mary Peterson on Dec. 29, 1949 in Bellingham. After moving to Bellingham in 1953, he was employed by Gage Dodson and later The Bon Marche as a salesman. Mr. Rogers entered the ministry and graduated from the Nazarene Bible College in Colorado Springs, CO in 1973 where he received his pastoral degree. He was an ordained minister in the Church of the Nazarene. He was in the ministry for 20 years and pastored churches in Oregon, Washington and Idaho -- which was his love. He also served as chaplain at the Lighthouse Mission in 1987. Mr. Rogers is survived by his wife, Mary of the family home; 3 daughters, Marjorie Duncan of Canton, TX, Patricia Southern of Red Bluff, CA and Merilee Stewart of Arlington, OR; son, John Rogers of Bellingham; grandchildren; Brude and Brad Quisenberry, Debbie Sherwood, Michael and Sandy Southern, Susan Olson, Brandon, Bill, and Kristen Stewart, and Dana Rogers; step-grandchildren; Chad, Alana, Dale, Grant Olsen and Jack Young; 6 great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members. A funeral service will be held Fri., Aug. 1, 11:00 a.m. at Living Hope Fellowship Church, 824 W. Smith Road, Bellingham, with Reverends Bill Gunter and Ed Taves officiating and burial to follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.

ROHRBACHER, Gretelle - Visitation for Gretelle Rohrbacher of Bellingham will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Westford Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Lummi Island Community Church. Mrs. Rohrbacher died Thursday, Jan. 16, 1997, at Shuksan Convalescent Center. She was 85. Born June 2, 1911, to Clyde Eaton and Gertrude Quirt in Blaine, she attended Ferndale schools. She lived in the Bay Area of California for 40 years and lived in Whatcom County for 45 years. A member of Bethany Baptist Fellowship, she taught women's Bible study for several years. She married Clifford "Rocky" Rohrbacher on May 28, 1927. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1991, and by a grandson, William "Little Bill" Rohrbacher. Survivors include daughters Donna Weiss and Mary Meyer, both of Bellingham; sons Bill Rohrbacher of Dallas, Ore., and Steve Rohrbacher and Bob Rohrbacher, both of Bellingham; sister Joan Geleynse of Bellingham; 15 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

ROLAND, Dawn Michelle, age 41, former resident of Bellingham, WA, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 1997, in Maui, Hawaii. Dawn was born August 15, 1956, in Bellingham, where she grew up and graduated from Bellingham High School in 1975. She worked in Bellingham and moved to Maui in 1990. Dawn was very artistic and an avid swimmer. She will be remembered for her sensitivity to others' needs and her devotion to her family. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Hilding Osberg. Survivors include her parents Shirley and Henry Strand of Bellingham; daughter Dior of Maui, HI; sisters, Pam Knudsen of Ferndale and Erin Roland of Bellingham; brother Jeff Strand of Seattle; grandmother, Minnie Osberg of Bellingham; uncles and aunts, Fred and Gerry Pazaski of Bellingham and Jim and June Strickland of California; 1 niece and 2 nephews; numerous cousins and friends. A memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 20, 1997, at Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

ROLEY, Paul completed his life's journey peacefully at home on January 10 at the age of 79. With some anticipation, he has set off to experience the great unknown. He had no regrets; neither should you. His was a reasonably full life, marked by some minor achievements, a number of satisfactions, and no major sorrows. He was most thankful for the good fortune of being born an American and of marrying Joan Dorsey, who gave him 51 years of care and devotion as well as three children and ten grandchildren. The former have turned out to be worthy citizens, and the grandkids seem headed down the same path. Roley was proud of having served his country in the United States Marine Corps, 1945-1949. Despite having been born into a socially and economically disadvantaged family, he was driven most of his life by a compulsive intellectual curiosity. He was a lifelong learner with a passion for reading that burned brightly throughout his life. His father was a mechanic who worked on a dredge boat on the great rivers of the Midwest, following jobs of limited duration through a succession of river towns. Paul was born during one of these jobs in Kansas City, MO on October 11, 1927. Because he was an intelligent boy, Paul was able to thrive academically despite the constant changing of schools which totaled 16 by the time he graduated from Greenfield (Illinois) Community High School in June 1945. Paul joined the Marine Corps immediately after graduation and spent most of the next four years in D.C., Honolulu, and Midway Island. The G.I. bill was his ticket to a real education. His undergraduate years at Illinois College in Jacksonville Illinois whetted his appetite for intellectual Pursuits in many areas. He received an M.A. in English literature and drama from Northwestern University and went to New York City where he was an editor for Prentice Hall for a time. He returned to Illinois to get teaching credentials at what is now Illinois State University and became Recreation Director at an orphanage nearby, Illinois Soldiers and Sailors Children's School. This is where he met Joan, who was a student worker there while she was attending Illinois State Normal University. He taught high school English and history at Sterling High School from 1956-60. He coached the debate team and won the Illinois state championship twice. Three children were born in Sterling, Illinois – Scott, most recently deputy director of the Truman Presidential Library in Independence, MO; Megan, a teacher and librarian in Auckland, New Zealand; and Ross, a Colonel in the Air Force, now stationed in Hawaii. In 1960 he returned to academia to pursue a Ph.D. in Russian history at the University of Illinois. He was on the faculty of the University of Colorado before coming to Western Washington University in 1967. Academia was not his only interest or accomplishment. After moving to Bellingham, he immediately became active in politics and ran for office twice, losing by small margins both times. He was the county Democratic chairman for several years but became disillusioned with the Democratic Party, and late became a conservative and leader in local politics. One of his greatest joys was writing a bimonthly column in the Bellingham Herald for 16 years. His broad interests provided material for a wide range of topics. He was active in the First Congregational Church for 40 years and was also a Boy Scout leader. Other interests included music (especially Dixieland, big band, and opera), bridge, fishing, travel, lively conversation, gardening, wood working, movies, but most importantly, reading and writing. He was especially proud of a book he edited, which was an account of two men in WWII, G Company's War. In the days before the internet, he wrote editorials for small radio stations. The title was "Insights and Outrages" and at its peak was being aired on 120 stations nationally. Paul is survived by his wife Joan, children Scott and Diana Roley, now of Bellingham, Megan and Curt Davidson of Auckland, New Zealand, Ross and Kym Roley of Honolulu, Hawaii and 10 much loved grandchildren, Ruby Scala, Gwen and Sasha Roley (Scott's); Austin, Nolan, Carlin, and Byron Davidson (Megan's); and Rachel, Renee, and Ben Roley (Ross's). He also leaves two beloved cousins in Tacoma and three step-brothers in Longview. A memorial service will be held on Friday afternoon, January 26 at the First Congregational Church in Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Jan 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROLL, Marjorie Helen - A graveside service for Marjorie Helen Roll of Acme will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Saxon Cemetery with the Rev. Tim Lann officiating. Mrs. Roll died Thursday, May 15, 1997, at the Skagit Convalescent Center. She was 71. Born Jan. 29, 1926, to Benjamin and Edith Hanson Bowman in Honeywell, Kan., she married Richard Roll there in 1947. They moved to Wickersham in 1958 from Wellington, Kan. A homemaker, Mrs. Roll enjoyed crocheting. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughters Debra Roll of Bellingham and Kathi Roll of Raymond; sons Kirk Roll of Acme, Michael Roll of Mount Vernon, Kenneth Roll of Sedro-Woolley and Terry Roll of Streamwood, Ill.; sister Mae Goodman of Wellington; and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by Lemley Chapel in Sedro-Woolley.

ROLLINS, John William Jr., 1249 St. Paul St., died Monday in Tacoma at the age of 75. He was born on April 12, 1910, in Swanee, Tenn. Mr. Rollins was a retired U.S. Navy chief and a retired printer who worked at The Bellingham Herald. He was a member of the Pierre B. Cornwall Lodge No. 289, the Fleet Reserve Association, Elk's Lodge No. 194 and Our Savior's Lutheran Church. Survivors include his wife, Stella; two sons, John of Bellingham and Gary of Walla Walla; one brother; and three grandchildren. The funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with the Revs. Martin Wells and Susan Briehl officiating.

RONHOLT, Fern Leona - A graveside service for Fern Leona Ronholt of Bellingham will start at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Bayview Cemetery with Rev. Reynaldo Yu officiating. Mrs. Ronholt died Thursday, April 12, 2001, in Bellingham. She was 90. Born Oct. 18, 1910, in Kirwin, Kan., to Schuyler and Clara (Brown) Edgett, she moved to Mount Vernon in 1958 and to Bellingham last year. She enjoyed flower gardening, reading the Guide Post and Reader's Digest, doing word searches, and traveling with tour bus groups around the United States, especially to Branson, Mo. Survivors include daughters Rosalie Anderson of Bellingham and Beradine Bartak of Kansas; seven grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and two nieces. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.

ROOD, Robert Leary, MD, 81, died peacefully of natural causes at home in Yakima on Saturday, July 19, (1997). His wife, Betty Mortimer Rood, and daughter, Susan Bickley, were with him at the time. A memorial will be held on Friday, July 25 at the Hall's residence, 1594 So. Nugent Road, Lummi Island. He was born in Walla Walla on March 27, 1916, to Grace (Leary) and Fletcher Rood and was raised in Longview, WA. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Washington in 1938 and a Doctor of Medicine from Northwestern University in 1943. He was licensed to practice medicine and surgery in 1943 and served for two years in the Army Air Corps as a medical officer and was relieved from duty in 1946. Bob and Leone C. Arntz were married April 17, 1943 in Vancouver, WA. In 1948 they moved to Bellingham where he began his general medicine practice. In 1952, he was one of the thousands afflicted by bul-bar-spinal polio. After several weeks in an iron lung, he was transferred to a rehabilitation center in Vallejo, California. When he was recovered enough, he studies allergy and immunology in Oakland, CA, and became a Board Certified Allergist after the family's return in Bellingham. For many years he was the Whatcom County Medical Examiner and practiced allergy in Bellingham. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, gardener, and artist. After polio, he worked with clay, wood, and paint. He built pieces of furniture and carved Northwest Indian style totems and masks as well as finely-feathered ducks. For years, he enjoyed salmon fishing in the San Juan Islands with his wife and buddies. As he gutted and filleted his catches on the kitchen table, he taught his watching grandchildren about anatomy and marine life, "The Life Cycle of the Salmon" became his son's favorite bed-time story. Even though he was wheelchair bound, he led a full and active life. He and his wife traveled to Alaska to visit family and to fish, to Mexico and Hawaii to fish, and to the Orient. His wife Lee died on cancer in 1980. He and Betty were married in October, 1996, hoping that they spend at least five healthy years together. Betty added greatly to the quality and joy of his last few years. In addition to Betty, his is survived by his children and their families; Sandy and Bruce Wolf of Blaine, Susan and Gary Bickley of Yakima, Barbi and Chuck Schafter of Seattle, and Fred and Kathy Rood of Bellingham; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

ROOK, Lisa Ann (Kays) - A memorial service for Lisa Ann (Kays) Rood of Buffalo, N.Y., formerly of Bellingham, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds United Methodist Church in Edmonds. Mrs. Rook died of a heart attack Tuesday, Nov. 16, 1999, in Buffalo. She was 41. Born Dec. 7, 1957, to Lynne and Clifford Kays in Bellingham, she graduated from Shoreline High School in 1976 and attended Shoreline Community College. On Dec. 19, 1980, she married Richard J. Rook at Lake Samish. Mrs. Rook worked for the Bellingham Parks and Recreation Department and Keller Supply of Seattle before becoming a homemaker. She enjoyed nature and animals and being around children. Her hobbies included water skiing and crafts. Her brother Gregory M. Kays died previously. Survivors include her husband, of the family home; mother and stepfather Lynne and Don Jangard of Edmonds; father, whereabouts unknown; brother Paul Kays of Bellingham; two grandchildren; and one niece. Arrangements are by James E. Grace Funeral Home of Buffalo.

ROOKS, Frederick V. – A memorial dinner for Frederick "Ted" V. Rooks of Ferndale will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Wex Li Em Community Center at Lummi Reservation. His ashes will later be scattered on a farm in Savanna, GA. Mr. Rooks died Wednesday, Feb 23, 2000 at his home. He was 77. Born July 14, 1922 to Franklin and Leila E. Rooks in Savannah, he had been a Whatcom County resident for about 40 years. Mr. Rooks served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He received a Purple Heart for being wounded in the Korean War. He also earned a Korean Service Medal with five bronze stars and a Good Conduct Medal. Mr. Rooks worked odd jobs and construction. He was preceded in death by his sister Ruby Samaneigo and brothers Leonard, Cecil, Frank and Jack Rooks. Survivors include brother Truman Rooks and sister Hilda Starling, both of Savannah, and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROOSE, Herbert George, 72, of Lincoln City, Ore., a retired lumberman, died Dec. 3, (1990) at a Portland, Ore., hospital. Mr. Roose was born August 12, 1918, in Camrose, Alberta. He moved to Bellingham as a boy and graduated from Whatcom High School in 1936. Mr. Roose was a master sergeant with 25th Photo Reconnaissance in the U. S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He worked for many years in the lumber industry. He was noted in the Pacific Northwest as a pioneer in sawmill technology. After retiring to Lincoln City, Mr. Roose and his wife, Thelma, operated an antique shop. Mr. Roose was a 32nd degree Mason and life member of the P-38 National Association. Survivors include his wife, Thelma, of the family home; sons Thomas Roose of Corvallis, Ore., and Gus Roose of Glenrock, Wyo.; daughters Timothe Carlson of Kirkland, Helen Kasch of Salem, Ore., and Susan Sutherland of Roseville, Calif.; 12 grandchildren; and brothers Glen Roose, Robert Roose and Elmer Roose, all of Washington state. A private service was held. The body was cremated.

ROOT, Jane Elizabeth - A service for Jane Elizabeth Root of 1224 Undine St. will be at 9:30 a.m. next Friday at Bellingham Masonic Temple. Ms. Root died Monday, Feb. 17, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 62. Born Nov. 24, 1934, to Thatcher and Barbara Root in Detroit, she was a local resident since 1989. A graduate of the University of Arizona, Ms. Root worked as an investor. She was a member of Bellingham Duplicate Bridge Club and a member and designated Life Master of the American Contract Bridge League. She enjoyed raising Welsh corgis, watching television and cooking. Survivors include daughter Loyce Andrews of Bellingham and Barbara Andrews of San Leandro, Calif., son Gary Andrews of Fairfax, Calif., and brother Thatcher Root of Bloomfield Hills, Mich.

ROSENBERG, Katherine, age 62, died at her home in Bellingham last Tuesday evening, after a short illness. Mrs. Rosenberg formerly lived at Delta, and was a sister of Mrs. Mary Lindberg, from here. The funeral was held Friday at 2 p.m. at Bellingham. Interment was at the Woodlawn cemetery. Friends and relatives from here attended the funeral.
(From The Lynden Tribune, February 2, 1922)

ROSENBERG, Martin - A funeral service for Martin Rosenberg, 80, of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Harold Minkler officiating. Burial will be at Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Rosenberg died Thursday, Sept. 16, 1999, in Bellingham. He was born Sept. 9, 1919, in Chicago to Morris and Jennie (Melowitz) Rosenberg. Mr. Rosenberg was an aerospace design engineer who moved to Bellingham from Los Angeles 20 years ago. He also was a home-security volunteer for 16 years and a 10-year volunteer at the Whatcom County Jail. He married his wife, Annette, on June 27, 1942, in Los Angeles. Aside from her, survivors include son Thomas Lee of Bellingham brother Joseph M. Rosenberg of Port Townsend sister Sylvia Chipps of San Diego and one granddaughter.

ROSENCRANS, Ralph T. - Graveside services for Ralph T. Rosencrans, 90, 1200 Birchwood Ave., ate scheduled for 3 p.m. Friday at Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Rosencrans died Sunday (June 7, 1987). Ritualistic rites will be performed by officers of Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44 F&AM. Mr. Rosencrans had been a Bellingham resident since 1946. He served in the U. S. Navy during World War I and World War II. He was a member of Bellingham Bay Lodge No. 44 F&AM and the Scottish Rite Bodies. He is survived by four nephews, Charles Teel of Bellingham, Paul Teel of Seattle, Charles W. Jensen of San Diego, Calif., and Robert F. Jensen of Bakersfield, Calif.; and one niece, Janet Teel of Portland, Ore. Jones Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

ROSENZWEIG, Lee – Family and friends are invited to a gathering to honor the life of Lee (Spector) Rosenzweig of Bellingham from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the home of Jean Tholfsen in Bellingham. Mrs. Rosenzweig died Saturday, July 22, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 88. Born Oct 13, 1911 to Lewis and Mary Spector in Philadelphia, Pa., she was one of four children. She moved with her family to Harrisonburg, Va., where she grew up and graduated from high school in 1929. Mrs. Rosenzweig married Phillip Rosenzweig and they lived in Philadelphia until 1981 when they moved to Bellingham. Mrs. Rosenzweig was a homemaker and also worked with her husband at their hardware store in Philadelphia. She also served with the Volunteer Services for the Blind, where she learned Braille, transcribed books into Braille and tutored students in Braille. While in Bellingham, she was active in the United Blind of Whatcom County, until her health prevented her from continuing her work there. She enjoyed travel, reading and entertaining. Her husband, sister Sylvia Mayover and brother Leonard Spector died previously. Survivors include daughters Jean Tholfsen of Bellingham and Susan Beck of Philadelphia; brother Marshall Spector of Levittown, Pa.; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jerns Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Jul 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROSS, Annie - A memorial gathering for Annie Ross of Bellingham will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Jan. 11 at 1469 Mount Baker Highway. Mrs. Ross died at home Saturday, Dec. 28, 1996. She was 77. Born Dec. 12, 1919, to Thomas and Myrtle Moe of British Columbia, she moved to Bellingham in 1923. She attended Meridian High School and Bellingham Business School. Mrs. Ross worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for the Elks Club and Washington Loggers. She retired from Yorkston Oil Co. She enjoyed bingo, dancing, reading and watching television. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ed Ross in 1971. Survivors include sons Tom Ross of Ferndale and Ed Ross of Bellingham, daughter JoAnn Compton of Bellingham, 17 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.

ROSS, Dorothy C. passed in Bellingham on November 16, (2006) at almost 84 years, surrounded by her family and other animals, after a short, calm acceptance of the generalized dwindles. She was preceded by Reini, her husband of 40 years. She was a lifelong teacher, mountaineer and outdoorswoman, artist, animal lover, conservationist, and mother, a veteran of four children, many grandchildren, one great grandchild, and World War II. At her insistence, there will be no memorial service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Nov 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROSS, Helen A., age 76, of 2632 Walnut Street, passed away in a local hospital, Monday, April 21, (1947). Mrs. Ross had been a resident of the community for the past forty-four years and was a member of the Garden Street Methodist Church. Surviving relatives are the husband, Clarence A., at home; three sons, Everett and Halford, of Yakima, and Carleton, of Seattle; four grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. William Elmitt, of Hawarden, Iowa, and Mrs. E. E. Ross of Bellingham, and the two brothers, Hervey Petrie, of Aurora, Ill., and Charles Petrie, of Ann Arbor, Mich. Remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. Roy L. Smith, Friday, April 25, at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place Greenacres Memorial Park.

ROSS, Kenneth D., 1308 Birchwood Ave., died Sunday (Nov. 4, 1984). He was born Dec. 2, 1929, in Colorado, and had lived in Bellingham seven years. He is survived by three sons, a daughter, three grandchildren, and numerous aunts and uncles and other relatives. Memorial services will be at 5 p.m. Tuesday at 210 Bayside Place, with the Rev. Robert Stone officiating. Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home and Crematorium. Memorials may be made to Northwest Kidney Foundation.
(From the Bellingham Herald, November 5, 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROSS, Lawrence J., age 69 of 8443 Telegraph Rd. passed away Tuesday, June 24, (1975). He was a resident of the county most of his life and was a retired dairy farmer. Survived by his wife, Ester; 4 daughters, Mrs. Debbie Brown and Mrs. Cheryl Irving, both of Everson, Mrs. Darla Matchett, Packwood, Wash. and Mrs. LaVerne Kippenhan, Hayward, Calif.; 3 sisters, Mrs. Eleanor Vitt and Mrs. Lillian Warren, both of Seattle, Mrs. Grace Durdle, Kirkland, and 7 grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday at Jones Funeral Home with private burial in Bay View Cemetery.

ROSS, Luther W. - A retired Baptist minister, the Rev. Luther Wardell Ross, 82, died at his home at 1129 Lenora Ct. Saturday (Feb. 19, 1955). He had resided in Bellingham the past 18 years and was a member of the First Baptist Church. The survivors include the widow, Marian, at home; three sons, Russell of Takoma Park, Md., Randall of Reno, Nev., and the Rev. Walter Ross of Spring Valley, Minn., two daughters, Mrs. Esther Lawson of Alger and Mrs. Orpha Lawson of Bellingham; 12 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be conducted by Dr. Charles Durden, interim pastor of the First Baptist Church, at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home Interment will be at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, February 20, 1955) Submitted by Merrily Lawson

ROSS, Marian E. - Services for Mrs. Marian Eva Ross, 87, will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday at Jones' Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home by the Rev. Clifford M. Dickau. Burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. The widow of the Rev. Luther Ross, who died in February, 1955, she died Wednesday (May 29, 1957) at her home at 1129 Lenora Court. She had lived in the community for the past 20 years and was a member of First Baptist Church and the Townsend Club. Mrs. Ross is survived by three sons, Russell in Newfoundland, Randell of Reno, and the Rev. Walter R. Ross of Spring Valley, Minn.; two daughters, Mrs. Esther Lawson of Sedro Woolley and Mrs. Orpha Lawson of Bellingham; a sister, Mrs. Althea Cutler, and a brother, Wilbur Taylor, both of Bellingham, as well as 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, May 30, 1957) Submitted by Merrily Lawson

ROSSER, Jay A., age 75 who resided at 113 Northshore Drive passed away in a local hospital Monday, May 17, (1971) following an extended illness. He has been a resident of Bellingham for the past 65 years and was a retired carpenter. He was a veteran of World War I and a member of the Carpenters Union Local No. 756. He leaves to survive his wife, Stella Rosser of Bellingham; 1 daughter, Mrs. Betty Mayerbock of Chicago; 2 sons, Dan Rosser and George Rosser; 1 sister Mrs. Bessie Younger all of Bellingham; also 10 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 20 at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of the Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home with Reverend Donald Salmon officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald May 18, 1971) Submitted by Loretta Holzberger

ROSSER, Michael Evans, age 45 of Bellingham, passed away June 10, 1997 in Bellingham. Mr. Rosser was born October 15, 1951 in Miami, Florida to Theodore and Irene (Bostrom) Rosser. A lifetime Bellingham resident, he was a member of the Hannegan Motor Cross Club, A.W.S. and Iron Worker's Local 505 and 86. He enjoyed hiking, mountain bike riding and the outdoors in the Pacific Northwest. He is survived by his wife, Wilma Kaye Rosser and her three sons of Bellingham; his parents Ted and Irene Rosser of Bellingham; his sister, Susan Rosser, of Bellingham. A private family service will be held. The arrangements are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

ROSSER, Stella, age 93, passed away in a local nursing home January 2, (1973). She had been a resident of Bellingham the past 13 years. She leaves to survive 1 niece, Stella O. Rosser of Bellingham; 2 sisters, Vie Comption of Wisconsin and Florence Crawford of Seattle; 1 granddaughter, Pat Helserich, Wisconsin; 4 great-grandchildren. Family services will be held Thursday, January 4 at 10 a.m. in the chapel of the Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. Followed by cremation.
(From The Bellingham Herald January 3, 1973) Submitted by Loretta Holzberger

ROSSER, Stella O., age 85 of 2818 Old Fairhaven Pkwy, B'ham passed away at a local nursing home, Sunday, Oct. 20, 1991. She was born in New York Mills, Minnesota to Daniel & Margaret Carmichael and later attended Harmony School in Whatcom County. On October 17, 1923 she married Jay Rosser in Vancouver, B. C. and was married 48 yrs. until Jay's death in 1971. She was a retired clerk for Hohl Feed & Seed Co., B'ham, WA. She was a member of Central Lutheran Church & the Rome Grange. She will be remembered as a great mother & grandmother. She is survived by two sons, Daniel and Pat Rosser and George and Martha Rosser of B'ham; A daughter, Betty and Al Mayerbock of Chicago, Ill.; one brother, Cliff Carmichael of B'ham; 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held at Central Lutheran Church in B'ham on Thurs., Oct. 24, 1991 at 11:00 a.m. Officiate will be Leonard Ericksen. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

ROTHENBUHLER, Janet Douglass of Acme died Thursday, Aug. 21, 1997, at Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon. She was 79. She was born June 26, 1918, in Long Beach, Calif., to Julia Belle Shands Thompson and William Francis Thompson. Her father was director of the University of Washington's School of Fisheries. She graduated from Roosevelt High School in Seattle and attended the University of Washington's pre-medical program. She also was a member of the Tri Delta Sorority. In 1941, she married Howard Ernest Rothenbuhler in El Paso, Texas, while he was an officer in the U.S. Army. They returned to Acme, where they lived and raised their family. In 1943, the Rothebuhlers started Rothenbuhler Engineering Co. in Sedro-Woolley. Mrs. Rothenbuhler returned to college and graduated with a degree in accounting. She worked as office manager at the engineering company until she died. Survivors include her husband of the family home; two sons, Neil Rothenbuhler of Acme and Dan Rothenbuhler of Mendan, Idaho; two daughters, Ellen O'Hearn of Ballard and Julia Reed of Everett; two brothers, Dr. William Thompson and Dr. John Thompson of Seattle; a sister, Betsy Senechal of North Carolina; 13 grandchildren; and one great-grandson. A celebration and remembrance of her life for family and friends will take place at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Three Rivers Restaurant in Sedro-Woolley. A private family inurnment service will be in the Saxon Cemetery near Acme. Arrangements are under the direction of the Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.

ROTH-CHATTERSON, Elizabeth C. "Betty" former Bellingham resident, died Thursday, Sept. 11, 1997, at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. She was 80. A service will be held later. Born Oct. 4, 1916, to Sarah and John Roth in Leavenworth, she moved to Bellingham in 1928 and graduated from Whatcom High School in 1935. Mrs. Roth-Chatterson lived in Bellevue for more than 40 years. She enjoyed many hobbies, especially gardening. Mrs. Roth-Chatterson was preceded in death by her husband, Leigh, and sister Jean Roth-Driskel. Survivors include daughter Cathi, brothers John of Friday Harbor and "Wick" of Bellingham and numerous nieces and nephews.

ROUNDS, Elizabeth - One of the best known residents of Blaine, Mrs. Elizabeth Meehan Rounds, 80, passed away in this city Saturday morning, August 29th, after a long illness. Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. Harold W. Hunter; a son, Kenneth Rounds, of Vancouver, B.C.; a sister, Mrs. Harry Scott, in Milwaukee; a brother, Ray Meehan in St. Paul, Minn.; and five grandchildren, John W. Hunter, of Bellingham, Mrs. Thomas M. Ray of Piedmont, Calif., Betty Jean, Raymond and Starr Rounds of Vancouver, B.C., and one great grandchild, Gerry Ray of Piedmont. Calif. Rosary was said Sunday evening at seven o'clock in the St. Ann's Catholic Church here and Requiem Mass was held Monday morning at ten o'clock at the same church, with the Rev. Father William O'Brien officiating. Music was rendered by St. Ann's choirsters with Miss Betty Smith at the organ. Pallbearers were Messrs. Walter V. Cowderoy, Lester Livingston, Karl Scott of Vancouver, B.C., Dr. D. F. Carswell and Walter B. Whitcomb of Bellingham and William Roberts of Seattle. On Tuesday morning the body was shipped to Stevens Point, Wisconsin, to be placed beside the grave of her husband, Starr King Rounds, who passed away many years ago; and was accompanied by Mrs. Harold W. Hunter and Mr. Kenneth Rounds.
(From The Blaine Journal, September 3, 1942) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

ROUNTHWAITE, Dorthy Ann – A family memorial dinner for Dorthy Ann (Chase) Rounthwaite of Ferndale was held April 2. Her ashes will be mixed with her husband’s ashes and they will be scattered on Laguna Beach in California, where they met. Mrs. Rounthwaite died Friday, March 17, 2000 at her home. She was 82. Born Jan 25, 1918 to Edward and Lynn (Prather) Chase in Albuquerque, NM, she had been a Ferndale resident since 1996. Mrs. Rounthwaite earned a bachelor's degree in education from the University of California, Los Angeles. On Jan 25, 1940 she married George Hampton Rounthwaite in Los Angeles. He died in 1998. Mrs. Rounthwaite was an educator. She also worked in the real estate business. Mrs. Rounthwaite was a member of Alpha Phi, California Association of Realtors, Kitsap Country Club, St. Joseph Adult Day Care and Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Survivors include daughter Betty Steidley of Reno, Nev.; sons George Rounthwaite of Ferndale and Ed Rounthwaite of Sacramento, Calif; one grandchild; and 23 nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Apr 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

ROUSEY, Willis Leroy, age 69 of Sumas, WA, died March 1, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. Born October 18, 1927 in Webb City, Oklahoma. Son of Floyd L. Rousey and Ada Mae Hills. Mr. Rousey was raised in Oklahoma and Kansas moving to present home from Hutchinson, KS in Sept. of 1989. He married Marilyn Chidester June 1, 1953 in Turley, OK. He was a Farm Hand, Oil Field Rigger and retired as a high school custodian in 1986. Mr. Rousey served in the U.S. Army and was a Korean Veteran. He was a member of the First Christian Church and the V.F.W. and was an avid sportsman until his health failed. Preceded in death by his father, mother, 6 sisters, 3 brothers, 3 nephews and 1 niece. Survived by his wife Marilyn Rousey of Sumas, WA; Son Roger D. Rousey of Sumas, WA; Stepson Bruce Gilbaugh of San Ramon, CA; Foster Daughters, Angela Garcia of Boise, ID and Linda Hall of Springfield, MO; 10 Grandchildren and 18 Nieces and Nephews. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Service

ROWAN, John Lindy - A graveside service for John Lindy Rowan of Burlington will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Hawthorne Memorial Park with Chaplain Fred Zoeller officiating and military honors by the Burlington Veterans of Foreign Wars. Mr. Rowan died Sunday, Oct. 19, 1997. He was 69. Born July 7, 1928, to Eddie and Gladys Rowan in Hopewell, Va., he attended schools in Oregon. Mr. Rowan joined the U.S. Navy in 1946 and retired in 1975. He married Leona Kenoyer Nov. 28, 1963, in Bellingham and lived in Bellingham in the 1960s before moving to Burlington. Mr. Rowan owned and operated Skagit Appliance, retiring in 1990. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife of Burlington, sons Jeffery Kenoyer of Marysville and John Rowan of Nevada, daughter Victoria Santeford of Burlington, brother Leonard Rowan of Tacoma, sister Carol Swearinger of California, seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

ROWLAND, Hazel Mary Fix, 86, of Bellingham, WA died Wednesday, May 7, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. Born April 18, 1911 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to John and Magdelena "Lena" (Kimmerle) Fix. She was the youngest of 8 children. The family moved to Grays Harbor area when Hazel was 6 months old and they had a "stump ranch" on the East Hoquiam River where she grew up. Hazel was a waitress and cook and worked at several local restaurants including the "114" in the old Bon Marche Building and the Old Southern Kitchen. She was well known for her good cooking and pies. Hazel loved cats, flowers and enjoyed her recipe books. She is survived by her long time partner Bob Roberts, daughters Nancy and Dick Parker of Bellingham and Lynne and Richard Usitalo of Palm Springs, CA. Four grandchildren, Marty and Susan Binschus of Bellingham, Allison (Binschus) and husband Ken Bush of Colorado, Rendy Baade of Florida and Kelly and Doug Powell of Nevada. Two great grandchildren, Christal Neufeld and Stacey Binschus. Also several nephews and nieces including Gene Larson of Redding, CA and Kaye and Marilyn Larson of Ferndale, WA. Also a special daughter, Cece and Ray Beck of Ferndale. Hazel will be dearly missed by her family. Visitation will be held Friday, May 9th from 1-7 p.m. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 10, 1997 at 10:00 a.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Rev. Al Currier officiating. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

ROWLEY, John S., age 71, of Bellingham, passed away Sun., Dec. 7, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was born Nov. 27, 1926, in Hemet, CA the son of Robert and Mary (McCreary) Rowley and had been a Whatcom County resident for 47 years. Mr. Rowley served as a Merchant Marine during WWII. He worked as a tugboat captain for Foss Launch & Barge for 17 years and at Intalco Aluminum for 18 years until his retirement in 1983. He married Laura L. Wyman on Aug. 26, 1950, in Blanchard, WA. Mr. Rowley enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, hiking, traveling, and reading. He is survived by his wife, Laura of the family home; children, Marvin Rowley & wife Kathy of Shelton, Denise Beaulieu & husband Craig of Bellingham, Susan Deeter & husband Jim of Bellingham, Kevin Rowley & wife Maureen of Mayer, AZ; 2 sisters, Darcea Schiesl of Tacoma and Billie Blasjo & husband Bob of Seattle; and 9 grandchildren. At Mr. Rowley's request, no service will be held. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.

ROWLEY, Marian, of Bellingham, died Sunday, July 6, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 81. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel. She was born Oct. 21, 1915, in Hingham, Mont., to Cora Bailey Peterson and Peter Peterson. When she was 10, the family moved to the Kitsap Peninsula. She graduated from Gig Harbor High School in 1933 and married Richard Rowley in 1935. The couple moved to Bellingham in 1938. Marian was a homemaker and enjoyed painting with the Art Guild. She retired as a minister from the Universal Church of the Master three years ago. Marian was preceded in death by her husband Richard and great-grandson Houston. Survivors include daughter Gay Saunders, Sue Prater and Rae Bell, all of Bellingham; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

ROWLEY, Richard Gordon - A memorial service for Richard Gordon Rowley of Bellingham will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Mr. Rowley died Friday, March 21, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 85. Born March 17, 1912, to Harry and Eva Peacock Rowley in Gig Harbor, he graduated from Gig Harbor High School in 1930. He married Marian D. Peterson on April 6, 1935. The couple moved to Bellingham in 1938. Mr. Rowley was a logger in the Hood Canal area and in Whatcom and Skagit counties and British Columbia. He also was a dairy farmer. He enjoyed gardening and reading. Mr. Rowley was preceded in death in 1996 by his sister, Carol McBurney. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughters Gay Saunders, Sue Prater and Rae Bell, all of Bellingham; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

ROY, Agnes Purdie - A funeral for Agnes Purdie Roy of Bellingham will be at 3 p.m. today at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Bayview Cemetery. Mrs. Roy died Saturday, Feb. 1, 1997. She was 90. Born Aug. 18, 1906, to George an Agnes Purdie Rowe in Greenoch, Scotland, she lived in Whatcom County since 1962. Mrs. Roy was preceded in death by daughter Eileen Roy in October. Survivors include daughter Eleanor Gustafson of St. John, N.D., and Beverley Mazzone of La Habra, Calif., 17 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

RUDD, Lois M., age 38, of 3223 Firwood Avenue, passed away at her home Friday, July 2, (1965). A native of Washington, Mrs. Rudd was a 23-year resident of this community. Survivors include her husband, Ray G. Rudd, at home; two sons, David and Steven, at home; two daughters, Vickie and Nancy, at home; grandfather, David A. Erickson, City; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Helmer Rudd, City;

RUDD, Ray Gilbert - Funeral service for Ray Gilbert Rudd, age 63, of 3223 Firwood, will be Wed. June 3, 1 P.M. at Jones Funeral Home with Pastor Philip F. Brooks, Free Methodist Church, Orleans & Alabama, officiating. Interment Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Rudd passed away Sat. May 30, 1987. Born April 21, 1924 in Clear Lake, a son of the late Helmer & Millie Rudd, he was a resident of Bellingham for 62 years, was a member of Bellingham Yacht Club, retired after 17 years as maintenance & operations supervisor at WWU, veteran of WWII, having served with the U.S. Army in Panama until 1946; employed by Georgia Pacific Corp. for 21 years; graduated from Bellingham High School in 1942; inducted into the Army in 1943. He was pre-deceased by his first wife, Lois McCrady Rudd who died in 1965 and his brother Ralph Rudd. Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Mary Hilton Rudd; 2 sons, David of Bellingham & Steven of San Francisco; 2 daughters, Vickie & husband LeRoy Hawkins of Ferndale, Nancy & husband Dick Wilkins of Lansing, Michigan; 3 step-children, Steve & wife Rose Duppenthaler of Lynden, David Duppenthaler of Bellingham & Linda & husband Ed Shields of Maple Valley; 3 grandchildren, Julie & David Hawkins, Gwendolyn Wilde; 5 step-grandchildren, Traci & Steve Duppenthaler, Jeff, Jennifer & John Shields; his step-mother, Karen Rudd; sister-in-law, Winnie Rudd; brother-in-law, Chuck & wife Maxine Hilton; numerous nieces, nephews & other relatives.

RUDE, Cecil Franklin, aged 29 years, 3 months and 2 days, of Route No. 1, Everson, passed away November 17, (1938). He had lived in this district for seven years and besides many friends who will mourn his passing he is survived by his wife, Aduma L. Rude, three daughters, Ula Rae, Francis Lillian, Anabell Grace, one son, Leonard Lester, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lester G. Rude, of Bellingham; one brother, Clarence L. Rude, of Blaine, and Celia Francis Pearson, of Mountain View. Funeral services will be held at the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden, Monday, November 21, at 2 o'clock. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.

RUDERMAN, Myron Harvey, formerly of Bellingham, died Thursday, Sept. 4, 1997, at Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland. Born March 3, 1937, in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was raised there and one Long Island, N.Y. Mr. Ruderman graduated from high school in San Rafael, Calif., and from Reed College in 1958 with a degree in physics. He worked in nonmilitary research at a nuclear research and weapons development laboratory in Livermore, Calif., from 1958 to 1960. After leaving the field of physics in 1965, he worked as a technical write in the computer industry until this year. Mr. Ruderman was active in the performing arts as an actor, singer, poet, writer, producer and director. He received the Bellingham Theater Guild's award for outstanding original play of its 1991-92 season. He also hosted a public access television program in California. Survivors include his wife, Nancy; friend and former wife of 25 years, Merri Etta; sons Lavi, Ben, Aron and Mark; brother David Ruderman; sister Linda Lemen; one grandchild; and other relatives.

RUDY, Ellen D., 2623 W. Maplewood Ave., age 89, passed away Saturday, Nov. 2, (1968). Mrs. Rudy was a 42 year resident of this city. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Mabel Rudy and Mrs. Myrtie Newell, both of this city; four sons, Norman and James of this City; Alvin, Kennewick, Wn., and Ted of Mondovi, Wis.; two step-sons, Ben of Eleva, Wis., and Clarence of Chippewa Falls, Wis.; sixteen grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Selma Solfest of Eau Claire, Wis.; two brothers, Theodore and Arthur Espeseth of Independence, Wis. Services will be conducted by Rev. Richard Stussi Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 1:00 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.

RUDY, John I., 3215 Northwest Road, age 83, passed away Saturday, May 1, (1968). A retired farmer, and resident of this community the past 64 years, Mr. Rudy was a member of the Leisure Time Club. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Florence Rodgers, Seattle; a son, Virgil Rudy of Port Angeles, three grandchildren, one great-grandchild; step-mother, Mrs. Ellen Rudy, City; six brothers, Ben, Clarence and Ted Rudy, all residing in Wisconsin; Norman and Jim Rudy of this City; and Alvin Rudy of Kennewick; two sisters, Mrs. Mabel Rudy and Mrs. Myrtle Newell, both residing in this City. Services will be conducted by Rev. Carl O. Fischer Tuesday, May 21 at 10:30 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.

RUDY, Mary Jane, age 74, of 1481 Smith Rd., passed away Wednesday, Nov. 7, (1962) in a local hospital following a brief illness. Mrs. Rudy had been a resident of Whatcom County the past 65 years. She is survived by her husband John; one daughter, Mrs. Florence Rodgers of Seattle; one son, Virgil Rudy of Port Angeles; one sister, Mrs. Belva Barrin of Aberdeen; two brothers, Fred Lester of Sequim, and William Lester of Winthrop; three grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, Nov. 10, at 1:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel, Rev. John Mathone officiating. Final resting place, Woodlawn.

RUFF, Steven Roy, 56, of Ferndale passed away on Monday, July 9, 2007 in Bellingham. He was born on May 27, 1951 in Yakima, WA to Wilbur and Ellen (Thompson) Ruff. Steven was the District Manager for Combined Insurance Company. He enjoyed many happy times with his friends and family. Steven was preceded in death by his daughter, Regena Burmeister in 2004; and by his father Wilbur in 1986. He is survived by his son Matthew Ruff; daughter Leah Ruff, Mother Ellen Apodaca; brothers, Gray and David Ruff; sister Sandy Jones; and grandchildren Matthew and Caden Burmeister and Jenna Trevino. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at 11 a.m. in the Moles-Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel on Northwest Dr, with a potluck to follow at Christ Lutheran Church, Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RUKAVINA, Stephen, who for the last five months has resided in the Birch Bay district, died at a Bellingham hospital early Tuesday (July 30, 1935). He was 52 years of age and had been ill for several months. Surviving relatives are three sons, Matt Rukavina, Jugoslavia; Nick Rukavina, Mt. Vernon, and Frank Rukavina, Blaine; one daughter, Miss Sophia Rukavina, Blaine and one grandchild. Funeral services were held from the Catholic church at Ferndale at 9 o'clock this morning with the Rev. Father O'Callahan officiating. Burial occured (sic) in the Ten Mile cemetery under the direction of Homer Mark Mortuary. Mr. Rukavina was a member of the Catholic church at Opova, Jugoslavia.

RUNYAN, Joanne L. - A graveside service for Joanne L. Runyan of Ferndale will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Runyan died Sunday, Jan. 4, 1998. She was 54. Born April 10, 1943, to Irven and Dollie Bevard O'Harrah in Eatonville, she lived in Whatcom County for three years. Survivors include her husband, Bruce Runyan, of Ferndale; sons Stephen McMains of Tacoma and Justin Wahlsmith of Blaine; brothers Michael O'Harrah of Everett and David Strait of Arlington; sisters Clara Abraham of Tacoma, Leora Vandertie of Everett and Marlene Bell of Tacoma; three grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

RUPP, Steven Lewis - A memorial gathering for Steven Lewis Rupp of Bellingham will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Western Washington University's Viking Addition Coffeehouse. A service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John's Lutheran Church in Chehalis with Chaplain Barney Rinkel officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Park. Mr. Rupp died of a stroke at home Friday, Oct. 24, 1997. He was 36. Born Sept. 26, 1961, to Jack and Sharon Taylor Rupp in Fort Huachuca, Ariz., he attended schools in Idaho, Walla Walla, Moses Lake and Centralia. He graduated from Centralia High School in 1980. Mr. Rupp was a member of Western Washington University's football team and graduated with a degree in journalism in 1984. He worked at newspapers in Camas, Centralia, Moses Lake, Idaho, California, Wisconsin and Indiana before becoming sports editor at The Bellingham Herald in 1996. Winner of numerous journalism awards, Mr. Rupp was an avid supporter of women's athletic programs and young athletes. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout and enjoyed the Olympic mountains, playing softball, supporting the Green Bay Pakcers football team and the rock band, Rush. He was an honorary member of Starfleet Academy. Survivors include his parents of Centralia; sisters Judi Dallman and Shari Aldrich, both of Chehalis, and Janice Rupp of Pocatello, Idaho; three nieces and one nephew. Arrangements are by Sticklin Funeral Chapel in Centralia.

RUSSELL, Gregory A. - There will be no services for Gregory A. Russell of Sumas. Mr. Russell died Monday, Feb 21, 2000. He was 36. Mr. Russell was born Jan 25, 1963 to Fredrick Russell and Julie (Siden) Cummins in Bellingham. Mr. Russell worked as a landscaper for Fred Meyer Shopping Center. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed woodcrafting, camping and fishing. Survivors include son Vincent Russell of Bellingham, mother Julie Cummins of Sumas, sister Lynn Englederhardt of Medical Lake, brother Steven Russell of Newport, two nieces and one nephew. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RUSSELL, Hazel M. of Bellingham, WA, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 69 and a lifetime county resident. Mrs. Russell was born August 18, 1928 to Clyde and Clara (McLeod) Cline in Bellingham. She was employed by Bornstein Seafood for 25 years, retiring in 1992. She was preceded in death by her brother Burton Cline. Survivors include her very special companion John Westford, of Bellingham; 4 daughters, Vickie Bandera of Georgia, Susan Massie of Ohio, Cathy Acree and husband George of Georgia, Jody and husband Steve Johnson of Ferndale; sister, Velma McDonald of Bellingham; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be Monday, November 17, 1997, at 11 a.m., at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ferndale with Chaplain Rex Watt. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

RUSSELL, Orville Lloyd Russell, 78, passed away at his home in Everson on July 7, 1993. A graveside service was held on Saturday in Lakeside Cemetery. Mr. Russell was born in Manhatten, Montana on July 27, 1914, to Edward and Gertrude VanDiest Russell and came to Lynden at the age of 10. In Lynden on Dec. 3, 1935 he was married to Dorothy Brand. Orville operated a dairy farm on the Van Buren Rd. and worked as an independent logger and truck driver. His hobby was woodworking and he especially enjoyed making furniture. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Dorothy of the family home; two sons, Clifford and wife Diane of Sedro Woolley and Gale of Anchorage, Alaska; two daughters, Sandi Dick and Husband Don of Great Falls, Montana, and Lorraine Straka and husband John of Mead; brother Verlin Russell; and 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers. Services and arrangements were under the car of Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
(From The Lynden Tribune, July 14, 1993) Submitted by Debbie deHoog

RUST, John Edward - A funeral for John Edward Rust will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Evergreen Washelli Funeral Home chapel in Seattle. A graveside service will follow at 2 p.m. at Enterprise Cemetery in Custer. Mr. Rust died Sunday, Feb. 9, 1997, in Seattle. He was 82. Survivors include sisters Thordis Groves of Lynnwood, Inga Sandness of Bellingham, Glenda Richardson of Burien and Mary Baxter of Shoreline; stepsons Charles Britts of Spokane and Gene Britts of Renton; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

RUSTAND, Larry A. - Visitation for Larry A. Rustand of Blaine will be from 6 to 9 p.m. today at Greenacres Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Greenacres Memorial Park with the Rev. Art Williamson officiating. Mr. Rustand died at home Sunday, Nov. 16, 1997. He was 35. Born April 14, 1962, to Art and Lois Rustand in Bellingham, he was a lifelong Whatcom County resident. Mr. Rustand worked in road construction and enjoyed gardening. Survivors include his parents of Ferndale; sisters Cindy Zawicki, Linda McIntyre and Sandy Rideout, all of Ferndale; grandparents Lawrence and Anna Lasher of Ferndale; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.

RUTLEDGE, Donald M., former owner of Meatmarket Restaurant in Lynnwood, passed away at him home after a one month battle with cancer on September 21, 1997. Don was born on May 13, 1934 in Redwood City, California. He went to Everett High School and was an all-state basketball player. Don was very proud of his service with the U.S. Marine Corp in Korea. His career was the Restaurant, but his love was golf. He was a member of the Mill Creek Country Club where he won the Presidents Cup and other tournaments. He also was Snohomish County Amateur Senior Golf Champion in 1986 and 1987. Don is survived by his wife of 32 years, Louise Rutledge, his son and daughter-in-law, Mason and Brenda Rutledge and their children Merrick and Madison of Edmonds, his daughter and son-in-law, Rachelle and Perry Griggs and their daughter Rylee of Bellingham, his daughters, Dawn and Lori of California, his brothers, Ben Rutledge, Jr. of Spokane, Randy Rutledge of Kennewick, Richard Rutledge of Seattle and his sister Maxine Johnson of Lafayette, California. Please join the Family at the Graveside for services at 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 26, 1997 in Evergreen Cemetery, 4504 Broadway, Everett. Following the service friends are invited to join the family at Maple Park Lutheran Brethren Church, 17620 60th Ave. West, Lynnwood for a time of fellowship in celebration of Don's life. Evergreen Funeral Home, Everett is in charge of arrangements.

RUTLEDGE, Glenn, 64 2775 Dawn Lane, Custer, died Monday at his home. He was born Sept. 10, 1920 in Hamlin, Texas. He lived in the Aberdeen-Hoquiam area most of his life and came to Whatcom County 10 years ago. An Army veteran, he received the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, the World War II Victory Medal and the Philippines Independence Ribbon. He was a member of Post 9301, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Lynden. He is survived by a son, his mother, two brothers and a sister. Funeral services will be held ___ a.m. Thursday at Moles Funeral Home, with the Rev. Maynard officiating. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery.
(From the Bellingham Herald, November 7, 1984) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

RUTLEDGE, Vollie Ray Sr. - Visitation for Vollie Ray Rutledge Sr. of Ferndale will be from 10 a.m. to noon today at Moles Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral service will be at 1 p.m. today with the Rev. Jim Curtis officiating. Graveside services will follow at Enterprise Cemetery. Mr. Rutledge died Monday, Dec. 1, 1997. He was 71. Born Dec. 17, 1925, in Witchita Falls, Texas, to Ova Clay and Lela Ethel (Woods) Fross, he married Charlotte Truth Fross in Taft, Calif., on Aug. 14, 1953. They moved to Whatcom County in 1988. His wife and his brother Glenn Rutledge preceded him in death. Survivors include daughters Debbie Hass of Kent, Marsha Schultz of Ferndale, Cherrie Kaylor of Coral Springs and Darla Munzanreder of Bellingham; son Vollie Rutledge of Custer; sister Wanda Oss of Auburrn; brother George Rutledge of Bellingham; 13 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home of Fernale.

RUKAVINA, Stephen, who for the last five months has resided in the Birch Bay district, died at a Bellingham hospital early Tuesday. He was 52 years of age and had been ill for several months. Surviving relatives are three sons, Matt Rukavina, Jugoslavia; Nick Rukavina, Mt. Vernon, and Frank Rukavina, Blaine; one daughter, Miss Sophia Rukavina, Blaine and one grandchild. Funeral services were held from the Catholic church at Ferndale at 9 o'clock this morning with the Rev. Father O'Callahan officiating. Burial occured (sic) in the Ten Mile cemetery under the direction of Homer Mark Mortuary. Mr. Rukavina was a member of the Catholic church at Opova, Jugoslavia.
(From The Blaine Journal, August 1, 1935) Submitted by John Rausch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

RYAN, Catherine C. - A memorial service for Catherine C. Ryan of Edmonds will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Edmonds. Mrs. Ryan died in a car crash on Thursday, Sept. 23, 1999, in Everson. She was 67. Born Jan. 9, 1932, to John J. and Helen (Breslin) Lanigan in Brooklyn, N.Y., Mrs. Ryan was a quilt maker and member of Quilter's Anonymous, a group that donates quilts to fund-raising events. Survivors include her husband, Ken daughter Catherine Ingal of Basking Ridge, N.J. sons Ken Ryan of Everson and Peter Ryan of Seattle and seven grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home, in Bellingham.

RYAN, Gary Duane, of Bellingham, WA, passed away in his home on Wednesday, July 23, 1997, surrounded by the family he loved. Gary was born January 9, 1948 in Taft, CA, to Gene and Doris (Devine) Ryan. His mother Doris passed away in 1985. He earned a B.A. from the University of California at Northridge and continued with graduate work in Environmental Engineering. He applied his education as a Environmental Engineer to the newly emerging field of computer hardware, consulting to and managing electronic and fiberglass plants in California and Washington. Gary's family first moved to Bellingham in 1960. Although he would relocate many times in his life, Bellingham was always home to him. He met Karen Galloway while living in California. They were married on December 29, 1979 and had two sons, Sean and Cody. In 1992 they moved to Bellingham so that their children would have the chance to grow up in a wholesome environment that included the camping, boating and fishing he's always enjoyed. Gary loved the beauty of this area; the trees, the people, and the water, especially the water. Now the beauty that was in Gary will forever be a part of this area that he loved son much. Gary will always be remembered as a gentle, sincere, selfless, and loving friend, husband, and father. He will also be remembered for his playful sense of humor and the mischievous twinkle in his eye. He changed everyone who knew him. He will be deeply missed. Gary is survived by his wife, Karen; his sons, Sean (age 9) and Cody Ryan (age 4); his father, Gene Ryan of Bellingham and Tucson, AZ; his brothers, City Councilman Bob Ryan and Matt Ryan of Bellingham; his sister, Susan Moreau of Newbury Park, CA; and his 14 nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, August 2, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

RYAN, Myrtie M., age 83, of Seattle, passed away in Tiberon, Calif. Thurs. Oct. 9, (1985). Mrs. Ryan was a partner in Ryan Real Estate, was a retired school teacher having taught at Larrabee & Columbia Schools, graduate of WWCE, member of the Eastern Star, past president of VFW Auxilary. She left Bellingham in 1953. She leaves to survive 3 daughters, Carolle Smith of Seattle, Patti Arthaud of Hoquiam, Roberta Martin of Anacortes; 5 grandchildren; 2 nieces Bette Holzhauer of Bellingham, June Shanafelt of Olympia, and a nephew Bud Lewis of Bellingham. Funeral services will be conducted Mon. Oct. 14 at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church. Interment Bayview under the direction of the Westford Funeral Home.

RYASON, Anne, formerly of Bellingham, died Monday, Sept. 1, 1997. She was 86. A memorial service was held at Faith Baptist Church in Tacoma. She was born May 1, 1911. Survivors include daughter Ardith Lake of Ferndale, brother Milfred Olson of Ferndale, two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, three nieces and numerous other relatives.

RYKKEN, Felix C., Dr., age 73 of 4101 N. E. 105th, Seattle, passed away at his home Saturday, May 15, (1971). He had resided in Seattle since 1955 prior to 1955 he was a practicing physician in Bellingham. He was a veteran of World War I and II and the Korean War, U. S. Navy; was a member of the Lutheran Church and the American Legion. Survived by his wife, Agnes Lee Rykken; 1 son, Dr. Jack Rykken, London, England; 2 daughters; Mrs. Suzanne Medlicott, Storrs, Conn., and Mrs. Rosemay Eckmann, Seattle; 3 sisters, Mrs. Doris Hitz, city, Mrs. Dorcas Draper, Santa Barbara, Calif.; Mrs. Vesta Monson, Mayvill, N. D.; several grandchildren and many other relatives. Services will be conducted Wednesday, May 12 at 1:30 p.m. in Our Saviours Lutheran Church with Pastor Herbert Ringe of Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Seattle officiating. Interment Greenacres under the direction of Westford Funeral Home.

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