TACK, Julius, age 57, of 2135 James Street, passed away in an Aberdeen hospital, Sunday, July 25, (1948). Mr. Tack had been a resident of this community for the past 31 years; had been a logger, and for the past year had been in the employ of The Bellingham Herald. Surviving relatives are the widow, Mary, at home; one son, Frank, and one daughter, Mrs. Margaret Muchlenbruch, both of Bellingham; three grandchildren; father, Emil, of Port Coquitlam, B.C.; one brother, Joseph, of Cloverdale, B.C.; and one sister, Mrs. Harry McKissick, of Vancouver, B.C. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth, where services will be conducted by Rev. James M. Wilson, Saturday, July 31, at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place, Bay View Cemetery.

TAFFEL, Libby, age 85 of Bellingham, passed away April 16, 2006. She was born January 23, 1921, in Brooklyn, NY to Max and Ida (Rosenfeld) Blek. She was a doctor of psychology and worked in many places in the U.S. for the government in the social mental health field. She traveled extensively, including trips to Kenya, New Zealand, Australia, England, and Alaska. Her husband, Charles Taffel, passed away in 1982. Libby was a strong, independent, sensitive, intelligent, amusing and treasured friend to many. She was well loved by her family and friends. A special "thank you" to the kind care from Visiting Angels and Whatcom Hospice in the last weeks.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Apr 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TAGLIARENI, Pamela Rae - Visitation for Pamela Rae Tagliareni of Lynden will be from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Gillies Funeral Home, followed by a vigil service at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lynden. A funeral liturgy will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, with the Rev. Woody McAllister officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Cemetery. Mrs. Tagliareni died at home Wednesday, Jan. 14, 1998. She was 38. Born Aug. 20, 1959, to Robert and Celia Holder Linsted in Billings, Mont., she graduated f rom Sentinel High School in Missoula, Mont., and from Kenman Business College. She married Russell Tagliareni on Jan. 15, 1983, in Missoula. Mrs. Tagliareni moved to Whatcom County in 1985 and worked for People's Bank. She was vice president of auditing and compliance and an instructor of compliance for the American Banking Associating, active in the Washington Banking Associating and a board member of Big Brothers and Sisters of Bellingham. A member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Mrs. Tagliareni taught religious education classes for many years. She enjoyed water- and snow-skiing and coaching girl's Little League. Survivors include her husband and children Michael, Paul and Elizabeth, all of the family home; her parents of Missoula; brother Douglas Linsted of Missoula; sister Vicky Dougherty of Tacoma; grandmother Mildred Holder of Billings; and many other relatives.

TAGUE, Edward (Eddie) J., 72, passed away on December 20, 2004 in Reno, NV. Eddie was born and raised in Troy, NY, the third child of Margaret (Moore) and Edward T. Tague. His dad had nicknames for all his children and Eddie was known as "Toby." He wasn't fond of the name, but we would call him that whenever we wanted to get a rise out of him. The family grew to be four children, and Eddie was known to be the quiet one. Hindsight tells us he was the "free spirited" and adventurous one. Returning to Troy after the Korean conflict, Eddie was successfully employed but something was missing in his life. He made a tough decision to leave the east coast and make a life for himself in California. You could almost say "he lived happily ever after." This quiet young man was blessed with numerous friends and he became the California man. We all missed Eddie, but we were all happy that he had found where he belonged, particularly when, after some 25 years, he finally was able to share that life with Mary, his wife. Now that his life here, comes to a close, we look back and see "Toby," not as that quiet young Tague boy, but as an adventurous, free spirited individual who knew what he wanted and had the courage to pursue it. We were all blessed to know and love him. Visitation is scheduled for Monday, January 3, 2005 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. in the Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home Chapel, with a Graveside Service to follow at 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery.

TALBOT, Raymond Glendering, a local resident since 1930, passed away January 31, 1997 at the age of 67. Raymond, a retired Supervisor the Henifin & Associates, was a past member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, and past President of the Bellingham Antique Automobile Restorers Club. He enjoyed restoring antique cars and flying. He is survived by wife Luella Marie Talbot of Bellingham, brother John Talbot of Citrus Heights, CA, daughter Julie Schueman of Custer, son Frank Talbot of Ferndale, son Scott Talbot of Bellingham and daughter Suzanne Talbot of Ferndale. He is also survived by eight by eight grandchildren and 6 nieces and nephews. Graveside services with military honors will be held at Bayview Cemetery on Wednesday, February 5th, 1997 at 12:00 followed by Memorial Service at Trinity Lutheran Church, 119 Texas St., in Bellingham.

TALMAGE, Bessie E. - A memorial service for Bessie E. Talmage of Bellingham will be at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at First Baptist Church in Bellingham. Burial will be in Lynden Cemetery. Mrs. Talmage died Sunday, Oct. 26, 1997, at the Bellingham Care Center. She was 92. Born Feb. 15, 1905, to John and Hatti Correll-Waugaman in Eddieville, Iowa, she moved to Whatcom County in 1918. She graduated from Meridian High School in 1922 and from Bellingham Normal School, now Western Washington University, in 1924 with a teaching certificate. She married Charles Talmage Aug. 9, 1923, in Bellingham. Mrs. Talmage was a member of First Baptist Church and the Rebekah Lodge in Bellingham. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1992 and daughter Charlotte. Survivors include son Charles Talmage of Renton, brother William Waugaman of Bellingham, sister Dorothy Vickstrom of Renton, six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Arrangement are by Gillies Funeral Home.

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TALMAN, Glenn Alan died at home on Wednesday, May 7, 1997. He was born June 26, 1962 in Kirkland, WA to Marlene and John Talman. He was a resident of Ferndale, WA and graduated from Blaine High School in 1969. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and working in his yard, and was a member of Local #114 City Employees' Union. On March 14, 1992 he married Karen E. Lundy in Birch Bay, WA. Survived by his wife, Karen E. Lundy-Talman of the family home; parents Marlene and John Talman of Blaine, WA; four brothers, Larry Talman of Blaine, Kenneth and wife Stephanie Talman of Victorville, CA, Scott and wife Wanna Talman of Ft. Polk, LA; sister Vickie and husband Jerry Tekelenburg of Blaine; grandmother Myrtle Armstrong of Ferndale; numerous aunts and uncles; two nieces and 4 nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Sat. May 10, 2:00 p.m. at the Birchwood Presbyterian Church, 2826 Birchwood Ave. with Rev. Steve Schroeder officiating.

TANGNEY, Eugene D., aged 67 years, who passed away suddenly Monday evening, September 14, (1931) at the family home, 2123 Park street. Mr. Tangney is survived by the widow, one daughter, Isabell; two sisters, Mrs. Nora Sterling and Miss Ella Tangney, all of Michigan; one brother, John Tangney, of Seattle. Mr. Tangney was a member of the Church of the Assumption and was affiliated with the Modern Woodman lodge. Mr. Tangney had been a resident of Bellingham for the past sixteen years and has a host of friends who mourn his passing. The remains are resting at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home and funeral announcements will be made later.

TANNER, Dean Thomas, Rev., passed away at a local hospital Sunday, July 16, (1944) following a short illness. Dean Tanner came to Bellingham April 15, 1932, and was rector of St. Paul's Episcopal Church the eight years following, retiring in 1940. Deceased was a member of Murat Lodge F. & A. M. at Albion, Mich., and of the Scottish Rite Bodies of thirty-second degree here. Surviving relatives are the widow, Blanche Fravel Tanner, at the home, 1717 Eldridge Avenue, and one half-brother, Herman Tanner in Michigan. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth. Services will be conducted at St. Paul's Episcopal Church by the Rev. Canon E. B. Smith, where requiem mass will be sung by the Rev. Walter G. Horn of St. Paul's Church of Seattle, Thursday, July 20, at 10:30 a.m. Interment in Bay View.

TAPLIN, Mary Louise passed away on Wed., June 12, 2002. She was born Sept. 27, 1925 in Port Angeles, WA and lived in Whatcom County for 65 years. Mary graduated from Bellingham High School in 1945. She worked for 12 years for the Bon Marche and also for Larson's Jewelry. Mary enjoyed gardening, travel, reading and cooking. She was a member of the Pricilla's Circle of the Congregational Church. Mary is survived by her three children; Marlene and husband Gene Potocnik and children Jamie and Ben of Everson, Sue and Keith Stull and children Heidi and Matt of Bellingham, Jim and wife Debbie Taplin and children Shawn, Chris and Jeff of Bellingham, four sisters; "Sis" Jaycox of Olympia, Eura Davis of Bellingham, Margaret London of Cle Elum, WA, Laura Rogers of Smokey Pt., WA. Preceded in death by husband Bud Taplin; four brothers and one sister. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 18th from 9-2:00 p.m. at Westford Funeral Home Chapel with a 3:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at Greenacres.

TAWES, Mattie V., 84, of Rt. 4, Box 661, died in a local nursing home last Friday (May 20, 1955). A resident of Puyallup for four years, she came to the state from Missouri in 1893*, lived in Ferndale and Aberdeen before coming here. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Emily Balch, Puyallup and Mrs. Elaine Boettcher, Aberdeen, and 11 grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, the Rev. Oliver Gill officiating and burial in Woodbine.
*Mattie and John Q. Tawes were married in Ferndale Dec. 25, 1892.
(From The Puyallup Valley Tribune May 26, 1955) Relative Brent Knott

TAYLOR, Clark E., Sr., age 75, of Bellingham, passed away Mon., April 14, 1997, at Rose Medical Center in Denver, Colorado. He was born Aug. 22, 1921, in Grinnell, Iowa to Frederick and Grace (McDowell) Taylor. He graduated from Grinnell High School in Iowa and served in the U.S. Navy from 1939 to 1945, seeing much action in the Pacific. Mr. Taylor married Eleanor Tew on April 21, 1952, in Flagstaff, AZ. He owned and operated Acme Fire Protection prior to his retirement and was an active member of the Fairhaven Lions Club and the Albert J. Hamilton, Post #7, American Legion. His interests included travel, boating, camping, and being with his family. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor of the family home; son, Clark Taylor, Jr. of Bellingham; daughter, Maureen Izumi of Hacienda Heights, CA; sisters, Roberta Oltroggee, Doris Grovenburg and Jolene Watkins all of Grinnell, IA; 4 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Grace Taylor. A funeral service will be held Fri., April 18, 10:30 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Dick Mattila officiating. Military honors by the Albert J. Hamilton, Post #7, American Legion.

TAYLOR, Donald H. of Bellingham died Friday, Jan. 3, 1997, at Bellingham Health Care Center. He was 89. No local service will be held. Born Sept. 11, 1907, in Sherwood, N.D., Mr. Taylor moved to Washington as a young man, working as a painter and ambulance and armored-car driver. A member of the Bellingham Senior Center, he enjoyed dancing, playing cards and shooting pool. Survivors include a daughter, Deborah Felo of Arizona; sisters, Luwella Radovich of Lynnwood and Hazelle Thompson of Sweet Home, Ore.; and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

TAYLOR, Floyd E. passed away December 23, 1997 at the age of 85. Floyd was born July 8, 1912 in Bow-Edison and grew up in Lynden where he went to the Washington State Baseketball Tournament (1928-1930). He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Floyd is joining his wife of 56 years, Millie; son, Michal (sic); brothers, Leroy, Ralph and Glenn in eternal peace. Survived by sons, Dale B. Taylor (wife, Darla) of Oakville, WA, Barry E. Taylor of Idaho and Rolff Zingg, Switzerland; grandchildren, Bekim E. Taylor, Portland, OR, Molly McAtee, Bellingham, WA and Zochary (sic) Taylor, Anacortes, WA; sisters, Beth Patmore, Iva Koster, and Luannis O'Neil. Visitation 11 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Friday, December 26, 1997 at Wiggen & Sons Funeral Home, 2003 N.W. 57, Seattle. Graveside services 1:00 p.m., Saturday, Washelli Cemetery.

TAYLOR, Ida, age 88, of 711 Kentucky Street, passed away in a local hospital Monday, Feb. 14, (1949). Mrs. Taylor had resided in this community for the past seven years and leaves to survive two brothers, Alvin Allen, of Bellingham, and Will Allen, of Blaine; one sister, Mrs. May Punkett [Plunkett], of Portland, Ore.; two stepdaughters, Mrs. Edith M. Andrews, Centralia, Wash., and Mrs. Annie Sloan, Albuquerque, N. M. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth. (From The Bellingham Herald February 14, 1949) Submitted by Debbie deHoog

TAYLOR, Irene A. - A graveside service for Irene A. Taylor of Blaine will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Clearlake Cemetery in Clearlake. Miss Taylor died Saturday, Dec. 13, 1997. She was 88. She was born July 31, 1909, to George and Laura Morgan Taylor in Mount Vernon. She lived at Lakeland Village, Medical Lake, for 49 years before moving to Spokane. She moved to Blaine in June. Miss Taylor enjoyed gardening, crocheting and birds. Survivors include sister Myrtle Kaufman of Freeland and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

TAYLOR, Steven Morgan, age 44, formerly of Bellingham, WA, passed away Thurs. Jan 12, 2006 in Port Orchard from a long illness. Steve had an auto accident in early 2005. He had many complications and numerous surgeries. He was born January 16, 1961 in Bellingham to Ray and Beverly (Bergum) Taylor. Steve was raised in Oak Harbor and graduated from Oak Harbor High School in 1979. He was a salesman for Berg Ford in Oak Harbor and later worked for Diehl Ford in Bellingham, where he was one of their top salesmen. Steve was finance and sales manager for Gig Harbor Ford and Bay Ford. He received many awards from Ford Lincoln Mercury for his top salesmanship and rapport with people. Steve's hobbies were antique and classic cars and camping in his motor home. Steve is survived by his wife Sarah of 1 yr. 7 mo; son Zachary age 11-1/2, who he always referred to as a blessing and the love of his life; his mother Beverly Bergum Taylor of Bellingham; father Ray Taylor of Oak Harbor; sister Suzi (Kent) Thomazin; nieces Kassie and Katie; and first wife Leslie Taylor. A viewing will be held Thurs. Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and a service Sat. Jan 21 at 1 p.m. at Rill Life Tribute Center in Port Orchard.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jan 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TAYLOR, Wilber E. - A resident here for the past 15 years, Wilbur E. Taylor, 76, 1826 Grant St., died in a local hospital Wednesday (Mar. 15, 1961) after a long illness. He is survived by the widow, Juliette, at home, and several nieces ad nephews. Rev. Don Swerdfeger will conduct services at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Westford Funeral Home. Burial will be in Greenacres Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, March 16, 1961) Submitted by Merrily Lawson

TEDLOCK, Robert Monson passed away on Mar 18, 2002. In the eyes of all who knew and loved him, he was a great man. Born on a farm in Bethany, MO in 1919, he went on to many achievements in his life. Upon graduation from Missouri Valley College, he entered WWII as an Air Force B-17 Pilot. He flew 52 successful missions and when not flying was the troops French translator at their base of operations. After the war, he was handpicked as one of the Air Force's Top 100 aviators to be selected as a Commercial Pilot for Eastern Airlines. During his illustrious career with Eastern, he held many positions both for the airline and the pilot's union, ALPA. Among those positions, he was an Assistant Chief Pilot, System Director of Flight, General Counsel to the Airline Pilots Assoc., Director of Flight Agreements, and L1011 Captain. His unique ability to serve in labor relations positions for both union and management, coupled with a Law Decree from the University of Miami, earned while a pilot, lead to an appointment to the Labor Panel of the American Arbitration Assoc. He remained a highly successful arbitrator and national mediator for 15 years. Robert is survived by his wife Beverly, who resides in Bellingham, WA; as well as daughters, Schuyler vanWoerden and Kimberly Hastings; granddaughter Taylor Hastings, who also resides in the Pacific NW. The world will miss the presence of this great man.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Mar 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TEEL, Tammy Blackwell of Bellingham died at home of cancer Wednesday, Nov. 19, 1997. She was 61. A private service will be held. Born April 16, 1936, she graduated from Bellingham High School in 1955 and lived most of her life in Bellingham. Mrs. Teel enjoyed skiing, boating, gardening, garage sales and her dogs. Survivors include husband Charles Teel; daughters Patti Fairbanks, Nancy Reimer and Carolyn Saletto; son Rick Shagren; and six grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.

TEETER, Theresa M. (Finkbonner), age 62, of Ferndale died peacefully at home on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2005, with her special friend, Lane Bode at her side. Theresa was born in Bellingham, WA on July 25, 1943 to Fred and Velma Finkbonner. She attended Ferndale High School and Bellingham Technical College. Theresa worked at Cost Cutter for many years where she thoroughly enjoyed her coworkers and many regular customers. She loved to camp and go boating, but Theresa's favorite times were those spent with her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Cleo Finkbonner; brother, Jim Finkbonner; and her beautiful granddaughter, Amanda Parrott. Theresa is survived by her children, Cindy (Gabriel) Hernandez of Blaine, Tina Parrott (Jose Huante) of Bellingham, Connie Montenegro (Floyd Briones of Custer, Tony (Marjorie) Parrott of Ferndale, Debbie (Jim) Marois of Bellingham, and Jodie (Ken) Owsley of Ferndale; brothers, Arnold (Catherine) Finkbonner, Den (Lorraine) Finkbonner, Frank (Dorleen) Finkbonner, Bill (Nancy) Finkbonner, and Jerry (Karen) Finkbonner; sister, Darlene Lane; 26 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. An Evening Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, December 15, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Moles Funeral Home Ferndale Chapel. A Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, December 17, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at the Wexliem Community Center, 2100 Lummi View Dr., Bellingham.

TEGENFELDT, Esther A., age 85, formerly of 407 York St., passed away Sunday Dec. 21, (1975). Mrs. Tegenfeldt was a member of Northwest Baptist Church and a Whatcom County resident of the past 78 years. Surviving 1 daughter, Mrs. Evelyn Ausink, 2 sons, Bud Anderson both of Lynden and Truman Anderson, Prescott, Arizona, 1 stepdaughter, Mrs. Betty Ayres of Laguna Beach, Calif., 1 stepson, Herman Tegenfeldt, St. Paul, Minn., 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 1 brother, Levi Axlund, City. Services Friday Dec. 26 at 11 a.m. at the Jones Funeral Home. Interment Lynden Cemetery.

TELGENHOFF, George of Lynden died Friday, April 25, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 85. Burial will be at 1:15 p.m. today in Monumenta Cemetery followed by a funeral at 2 p.m. at Faith Reformed Church with the Rev. Brainerd Fraser officiating. Born July 17, 1911, to Walter and Ida VanderYacht Telgenhoff, he graduated from Lynden High School in 1931. Mr. Telgenhoff served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He married Bernice Vlasman on Oct. 31, 1949, in Meridian, Idaho. He worked for Mount Baker Plywood and then operated a poultry farm in Lynden until retiring. Mr. Telgenhoff attended First Baptist Church in Lynden and was a member of VFW Post No. 9301, Lynden Camel Club and Bellingham Elks Lodge No. 194. He was an avid fisher. He was preceded in death by his sisters Gertrude Burgraff and Lena VanOver and brothers Martin Elzinga, Harry Telgenhoff and Henry Telgenhoff. Survivors include his wife of the family home, daughter Gloria Lagerwey of Lynden, son Terry Telgenhoff of Lynden, six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives.

TELLING, Gerdena - Visitation for Gerdena Telling, 98, of Lynden will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will take place at 10:15 a.m. Monday in Monumenta Cemetery, followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. at Third Christian Reformed Church in Lynden. Mrs. Telling died Friday, Dec. 26, 1997, at the Christian Health Care Center. She was born in Maxwell City, N.M., to Henry and Theresa (Vrught) Ungersma, and the family later moved to Montana. She married John Telling on Feb. 25, 1920, in Manhattan, Mont. The Tellings moved to Lynden in 1971, where they were members of Third Christian Reformed Church. Mrs. Telling enjoyed crocheting and was active in women's Bible studies and missions work. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1989, and by her infant daughter, Johannah; grandson, Churck Postma; and five sisters and three brothers. Mrs. Telling's survivors include daughter Winifred VanderGiessen, Mickie Kingma and Charlene Postma, all of Lynden; son J. Homer Telling of Townsend, Mont.; 10 grandchildren; and many great- and great-great-grandchildren.

TEMPLEMAN, Ralph E., age 71 of Everson, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital on Saturday, April 2, 2005. A Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated by Fr. Emilio Gonzales on Thursday, April 7, at 10:00 a.m. in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lynden. Ralph was the son of George and Florence Templeman and was born in Anaconda, Montana on May 25, 1933. From Montana his family moved to Tacoma where he graduated from Stadium High School. He moved to the county in the late 70's and was married to Sarah McGahan on May 26, 1979. For more than twenty years he was employed as an equipment operator for the Whatcom County Road Department and was a member of Teamsters Local #231. Ralph was an avid fisherman and for many years played in the Whatcom County Men's Fast-Pitch League. He is survived at home by his wife Sarah; daughters Bernadette and husband Raymundo Hernandez of Everson, Mary and husband Benton Seay of Bellingham and April and husband Evan Piercy in California; sons Ralph Templeman of Everson and Terry Templeman in Seattle; five grandchildren and a brother Wayne Templeman in Montana. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.

TERPSMA, Alice, age 83, of Bellingham, passed away Mon. Dec. 22, 1997, at home. She was born Oct. 24, 1914, in Choteau, MT to Edward and Fanny (Bouma) Bakker and had been a Whatcom County resident for 80 years. She married John Terpsma on Mar. 18, 1937, in Lynden. Earlier this year they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Mrs. Terpsma enjoyed her family and gardening. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, was a deacon, and belonged to Marie Melrose Circle and Koinonia Bible Study. Survived by her husband at the family home; daughters, Sharon Griepp & husband Virgil of Spokane and Ruth Hill & husband Brad of Bellingham; sons, Bill Terpsma & wife Karen and Art Terpsma & wife Jane all of Bellingham; sisters, Frances Bakker and Jennie Bakker both of Lynden; brother, Charles Bakker & wife Jeanette of Bellingham; 12 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and numerous other family members. A graveside service will be held Fri., Dec. 26, 1:30 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park. A memorial service will be Fri., Dec. 26, 2:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 1031 N. Garden St., Bellingham with Rev. David Murphy officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home.

TERRILL, Herbert Andrew, 38, of Anacortes died in Palo Verde, California, March 3, 1997. He was born in Bellingham, Washington, December 5, 1958, the son of Arlene and Herbert Terrill. He was a graduate of the Anacortes Class of 1976, attended Skagit Valley College for three years and concluded his education at the Oregon Institute Of Technology, where he received his Civil Engineering Degree. He had a love and fascination for unusual and antique cars. Survivors include his mother and father, Herbert and Arlene Terrill and brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Tresa Terrill, of Anacortes, his sister and brother-in-law, Linda & Kirk Sherman of Bellingham, 3 nieces, Marilynn and Jasmine Cook of Anacortes, Katelyn Sherman of Bellingham, 2 nephews, Chance Cook of Anacortes and Kevin Sherman of Bellingham. Graveside services for Mr. Terrill will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 10, 1997 at Greenacres Cemetery, Bellingham, Washington. Arrangements under direction of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes, WA.

TESHERA, Henricka R. - Etta R., age 93, of 5950 Old Guide Rd., Bellingham WA, passed away April 13, 1994. She was a daughter of Norwegian immigrants Henning Dahl and Ragnit Ratvold and was born January 30, 1901 in St. Croix County, Wisconsin. Etta's father died before she was born and her mother when Etta was in the sixth grade. After living with various neighbors she rode in a railroad coach to Bellingham, an experience which she found to be extremely exciting. She married Arthur R. Teshera in Bellingham in 1921. He died in 1934, leaving her with the task of raising six children which she somehow accomplished in spite of the hardships of the great depression. After a number of years in which she earned a living through child care, she lived the last 40 years of her life with her eldest son, Bob Teshera, and his wife P. A., where she helped raise their four daughters, Renee, Andree, Stephanie, and Suzanne. Etta was also preceded in death by her son, Jim in 1966, and his wife Adele in 1976. Etta is survived also by, in addition to Bob and P. A., sons, Reverend George Teshera and his wife Beverly, Bellingham, Lee Teshera, Centralia; daughters, Barbara Elsner and her husband Henry, Brewster, WA and Shirley Gunter and her husband Bill Gunter, San Jose, CA; twenty-seven grand, great-grand and great-great-grandchildren. Etta devoted most of the last twenty years of her life to making braided rugs and quilts and sewing children's clothing, which she gave to all of the members of her extended family. Most of her family regarded her enjoyment of sewing as an important factor in her reasonably good health and ability to remain active until the last two days of her life. She was a long-time member of the Advent Christian Church, 2100 Broadway, Bellingham,where memorial services will be conducted by the Reverend Al Currier at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 1994. A social hour will follow in the church recreational room. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
Submitted by Annie (Teshera) Glass

TESHERA, Lee Arthur - A graveside inurnment service for Lee Arthur Teshera of Lewis County will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenwood Memorial Park in Centralia. Mr. Teshera died Saturday, October 25, 1997, at Evergreen Centralia Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was 69. Born July 11, 1928, to Arthur and Etta Dahl Teshera in Bellingham, he attended Bellingham schools. Mr. Teshera owned and operated a saw mill in Whatcom County that was destroyed by fire in 1963. He then moved to Centralia and worked as a heavy equipment operator. A member of Operating Engineers union Local 612 and Chehalis Moose Lodge 1109, Mr. Teshera enjoyed gardening, fishing, baseball and supporting the Seattle Mariners baseball team. He was preceded in death by son Arthur Teshera and brother Jim Teshera. Survivors include sons Dan Teshera of Tacoma, Kelly Teshera of Centralia and Don Teshera of Onalaska; brothers George Teshera and Robert Teshera, both of Bellingham; sisters Shirley Gunter of San Jose, Calif., and Barbara Elsner of Brewster; and four grandchildren. Arrangements are by Sticklin Funeral Chapel.

TEVELDE, Duane - Funeral services for Duane TeVelde, age 22, 5359 Mosquito Lake Rd., Deming, were conducted on Wednesday, July 24, at 10:30 a.m. in Everson Christian Reformed Church, with Rev. Carl Leep officiating. Burial preceded at 9:45 a.m. in Monumenta Cemetery.
Mr. TeVelde, who died as a result of a traffic accident on Sunday, July 21, (1985) was born in Minnesota on Sept. 11, 1962, and had been a county resident for the pat seventeen years. A member of Everson Christian Reformed Church, Duane was employed as a carpenter for Evergreen Builders. He was married to Ann Louise Hamilton in Everson on April 8, 1983.
He is survived by his wife, Ann; a daughter, Alisha; parents, John and Elsie TeVelde of Lynden; four brothers, Chuck and Wife Michelle of Hansville, Wash., Gary, Dale and Brian, all of Lynden; a sister Darlene of Lynden; father and mother-in-law, Dennis and Patricia Hamilton of Bow; a brother-in-law, Mike Hamilton and wife Ona of Sedro Woolley; a sister-in-law, Tammy Hamilton of Bow; and two nieces Krista and Kelli. Funeral services were under the direction of Gillies Funeral Home, Lynden.
Submitted by Debbie deHoog

THAL, Sarah K., aged 87 years, formerly of 2519 Dean Avenue, passed away at a local hospital, Monday, July 17, (1944) following a lingering illness. Mrs. Thal had resided in Bellingham for the past fifteen years and was a member of the Jewish Synagogue of Beth Israel. Surviving relatives include three sons, Samuel, Max and Aerial Thal, all of Bellingham; two daughters, Mrs. San Strang and Mrs. I. Karsh, both of Bellingham; also twenty-grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted from the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home, Tuesday, July 18, at 4 p.m. Interment followed in the Jewish section of Bay View Cemetery.

THARP, James Marion - Funeral services for James Marion Tharp, of the Booths Corner district west of Lynden, who died in a Bellingham hospital Tuesday, (November 19, 1940) , will be held in the funeral home here Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. Paul R. Campbell, of the Methodist church, will officiate and burial will occur in the Lynden cemetery. Mr. Tharp, who had been ill for some time, was 79 years of age. He was born at Fulton, Missouri, and came to the Lynden district thirty-eight years ago. He is survived by his widow, Zillah; two daughters, Mrs. Clarence Morgan, of Route 2, Lynden, and Mrs. James Burnett, of Lynden; three sons, James of Toppenish and Louis and William at home; two sisters, Mrs. Susan Doss, of Arkansas, and Mrs. Mattie Jenkins, of Kansas City, Missouri; two brothers, Robert of Van Zandt and Lee Emanuel of Oklahoma, and three grandchildren.

THARP, Jesse William, age 57, of 211 1/2 E. Holly Street, passed away in a local hospital, Wednesday, Sept. 21, (1955). Mr. Tharp had resided in this community for the past 55 years, was employed by the Olympic Portland Cement Co., and was a member of the United Cement, Lime & Gypsum Workers International Union Local No. 41. Surviving relatives include one sister, Mrs. Pearl Radonski of Van Zandt and one nephew, Frank Radonski of Edmonds. The remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. James B. Hughes, Monday, Sept. 26, at 10 a.m. Final resting place Van Zandt Cemetery.

THAYER, Frank Elburton, age 93, passed away on June 16, 2002. He was born in El Centro, CA on February 11, 1909 to Winfield and Candice (Rice) Thayer. Frank married Winifred Willey on March 16, 1930 in Arlington, California. He is survived by his wife Winifred of Bellingham; sons Raymond Thayer of Bellingham, and Donald Thayer of Sparks, Nevada; daughter Cheryl George of Tigard, Oregon; nine grandchildren, including Richard Thayer of Bellingham; 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. A graveside service will be held on Friday, June 21, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at Bayview Cemetery. Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

THIBAULT, Doris Marie, 63, 3115 Squalicum Parkway, died Sunday (Dec. 22, 1985) at a local hospital. Mrs. Thibault was born in Remer, Minn., on May 17, 1922. She had been a Whatcom County resident for 32 years, and was an active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Her husband, John, and a son, Dick, died earlier. Survivors include one son in Houston; one daughter, Connie Dubis of Marysville; four grandchildren; one brother; two sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be 11:30 a.m. Friday at Redeemer Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Richard Hussman officiating. Private burial was held at Greenacres Memorial Park.

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THIEL, Hollis M., age 88 of Bellingham, went to be with the Lord on June 12, 2007. He was born April 20, 1919 in Bellingham, WA to Hans and Josephine Thiel. Hollis graduated from Bellingham High and Western Washington College, where he met Helen, his wife of over 63 years. Hollis and his brother Irving worked with their father in the family plumbing business, H. M. Thiel Plumbing and Heating, which they later owned together. Hollis and Helen were members of Birchwood Presbyterian Church. Hollis enjoyed playing golf and spending time at the summer home on Birch Bay. After retirement they enjoyed over twenty winters in Sun City, Arizona, where they golfed and socialized together. Hollis is survived by his daughter Barbara (husband Gene) McKinney of Snohomish, sons Howard (wife Judy) Thiel of Everett and Jim (wife Janice) Thiel of Mill Creek; grandchildren Amy, Ann, Jeff, Eric, and Michelle, 4 great-grandchildren and his brother Irving (wife Irene) Thiel of Bellingham. A Celebration of Hollis' Life will be held at Birchwood Presbyterian Church on Sat. June 16 at 1:30 p.m. followed by a reception at the church. Pastor Bud Lee will be officiating.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14, Jun 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

THIGPEN, Estelle Frank, 90, of Sedro-Woolley died August 16, 1997 at his home. He was born in 1906 in Mississippi. In 1924 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served his country for 31 years. He has resided in Sedro-Woolley since 1950 where he also worked at Northern State Hospital. He is survived by a son & daughter-in-law William & Nora Thigpen of Bothell; 2 grandsons; 2 sisters and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lillian in 1948 and his second wife, Lavica in June of 1997. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 21, at 2:00 p.m. at Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.

THISTLE, Nancy M. - Funeral services for Nancy M. Thistle, 21, 2525 Nevada St. will be conducted 3 p.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home, the Rev. Elmer Erickson officiating. Mrs. Thistle died Tuesday (June 24, 1975) in Seattle. She was a life resident of Bellingham and a member of First Congregational Church. She is survived by the husband, Jeffrey R. Thistle; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert H. Hatch; a sister, Carol; and her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Hatch, all of Bellingham. Burial will follow at Bay View Cemetery.

THOM, Ingeborg Martha of Bellingham died at home Monday, Nov. 10, 1997. She was 84. At her request, no service will be held. Her ashes will be placed in Fort Snelling National Cemetery in St. Paul, Minn. Born Oct. 25, 1913, to Bert and Olafine Hensen Zucca in Cuyuna, Minn., she married Robert Thom Jr. Dec. 28, 1946, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Mrs. Thom was active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and enjoyed aerobics, reading and writing. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1989. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1989. Survivors include brother Victor Sorenson of Huntsville, Ala., three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.

THOMAS, Arlene M., 53, of Bellingham, died Friday, February 28, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. She was born September 20, 1943 in Bellingham to Lyle and Bernice (Shoop) Thomas and was a lifetime resident of Whatcom Co. She was employed by Wilder Construction since 1978 and worked as weighmaster and asst. plant operator. She greatly enjoyed her grandchildren and long drives in the mountains. Survivors: Sons: David Gudde of Sequim, Robert Gudde of Bellingham; Daughter: Cherie Schaller of Bellingham; Brother: Joedy Thomas of Bellingham; Sister: Janet Romberg of Peter's Creek, AK; Grandchildren: Scott Gudde, Curtis Gudde and Elizabeth Schaller; Parents: Lyle and Josephine Thomas of Bellingham. She was preceded in death by her mother Bernice (Shoop) Thomas. Graveside service will be held Wednesday, March 5th at 3:00 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park. Following the graveside service, a time of sharing and refreshments will be from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Wilder's Hall, 3876 Hannegan Rd., Bellingham. Greenacres Funeral Home.

THOMAS, Frank, aged 22 years, passed away at a local hospital Friday, December 15, (1939) following a long illness. Mr. Thomas was born at Van Zandt, Wash., and had resided there his entire lifetime. Surviving relatives are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Thomas, Van Zandt; one brother, Martin, at Seattle; one sister, Mrs. Dorothy Beebe, Deming, Wash.; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Jennings, Van Zandt; also three uncles and two aunts. The remains are resting at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth. Funeral services will be conducted at the Van Zandt Church, Tuesday, December 19 at 1:30 p.m. by the Rev. T. A. Smith of Sedro Woolley. Interment will be made in Saxon Cemetery.

THOMAS, Grace A. - A memorial service for Grace A. Thomas of Everson will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Gillies Funeral Home with the Rev. Carl Crouse officiating. Mrs. Thomas died Saturday, Nov. 22, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 74. Born Nov. 9, 1923, to Russell and Viola Smith in Camden, N.J., she married Donald Thomas Sr. July 25, 1948, in Las Vegas, N.M. She lived in Fairbanks, Alaska, before moving the Whatcom County in 1969. Mrs. Thomas and her husband operated a general store in Deming. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1996. Survivors include sons Donald Thomas Jr. of Kent and Wayne Gardner of Wilkesboro, Pa.; daughter Florence MaGinnis of Wilkesboro; her mother, Viola Rubeck; brothers Earl Smith of Florida and Steve Lash in Oklahoma; and one grandchild.

THOMAS, Grace L., age 65, of 2019 Lincoln St., passed away in a local hospital Saturday, June 23, (1956). Mrs. Thomas had resided in this community for the past six years and was a member of the Mission Covenant church. Surviving relatives include her husband, Hubert R. Thomas, at home; one son, Hubert of Seattle; four daughters, Miss Mildred Barbour of Toronto, Ont., Canada, Mrs. Ruth Barnes, Miss Louise Thomas, and Miss Margaret Thomas, all of Vancouver, B.C.; two grandchildren, two brothers, Floyd Lander of Fairbanks, Alaska and Harry Lander of Kodiak, Alaska; two sisters, Mrs. Marcia Burns of King City, Calif. and Mrs. Gertrude Roy of Englewood, Calif. The remains rest at the Jones' Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home where services will be conducted by the Rev. James White, Wednesday, June 27 at 1 p.m. Final resting place Greenacres Memorial Park.

THOMAS, Helen Marguerite (McCrindle, Glover). Helen Marguerite Thomas (McCrindle, Glover) passed away in her home in Birch Bay, WA, Tuesday June 8, 2004. She is survived by her husband Preston Thomas, a sister Shirley of Prince George, B.C., a daughter Marguerite Petersen (Bent) of Yatchet, (sic) Oregon, a son Rev. Dal McCrindle (Helen) of Maple Ridge, B.C., Grand children Erik, Poul, Kirsten (Petersen) Bruce, Liz (McCrindle) and two great grandchildren. Helen was active in many Fraternal organizations, A Passed (sic) Senior Regent of the Women of the Moose, Supreme Representative for the Pythian Sisters, Jurisdiction of Washington, Passed (sic) Imperial of the Nomads of Avradoca and Honored Lady in The Order of Amaranth. A Memorial service will be held at the Bellingham Moose Home on West Bakerview Road on June 25, 2004 starting at 1 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Jun 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

THOMAS, Joyce Mary - Visitation for Joyce Mary Thomas of Bellingham will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at Westford Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Westford Funeral home, followed by graveside service at Lynden Cemetery. Mrs. Thomas died Monday, Nov. 10, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 60. Born March 13, 1937, to George and Johanna James Thomas in Boothroyd, Canada, she moved to Bellingham in 1952. Mrs. Thomas was preceded in death by her husband, Sam Henry, in 1992 and by a daughter, Sharon Charles, in 1971. Survivors include daughters Eileen Thomas of Bellingham and Diane Charlie of Harrison Mills, B.C., sons Ken Thomas of Parksville, B.C., and David Charles of Seabird Island, sister Dolly Adams of Bellingham, brother Harold Thomas of Anderson Creek, B.C., and numerous other relatives.

THOMAS, M. Millicent – Services for M. Millicent Thomas of Edmonds were held Dec 15 at Edmonds United Methodist Church. Mrs. Thomas died of bone cancer Sunday, Dec 12, 1999. She was 62. Born Jan 16, 1937 to Gordon and Ruth Thomas in Bellingham, she graduated from Bellingham High School in 1955 and later from Whitworth School of Nursing in Spokane. Mrs. Thomas worked as a registered nurse and also as a hospice nurse. Mrs. Thomas was a member of Edmonds United Methodist Church. She enjoyed cross-country skiing and reading. Survivors include daughter Ruth Helle of Portland, Ore; sons Ken Helle of Mount Vernon and Kris Helle of Machias; brothers David C. Thomas of Bellingham and Gordon Thomas of Weston, Fla; ex-husband, Gene Helle of Stanwood; two grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by American Memorial.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

THOMAS, Robert James - Funeral services for Robert James Thomas aged 67 years, will be held at the Ferndale Baptist church Wednesday, January 8, at 1:30 p.m., conducted by Rev. Hovda. Burial will be made in the Woodlawn cemetery under the direction of the Monroe Mortuary. Mr. Thomas is survived by his widow, Mary Ida Thomas; two daughters, Mrs. Leona Wilson of Oklahoma; Mrs. Pearl Turner of Bellingham; two sons, Johnnie in Texas and Ira in Ferndale; his mother, Mrs. Hanna Thomas; three brothers, William, Ira and Willis Thomas, and one sister, Mrs. Sarah Frances Brown, all of Kansas. [Died January 6, 1941]

THOMAS, Russel - A service of remembrance for Russel Thomas of Blaine will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Grace Lutheran Church in Blaine, with the Revs. Dennis Wildermuth and Donald Walter officiating. Mr. Thomas died Wednesday, April 4, 2001, in Bellingham. He was 65. He was born July 31, 1935, to Russel and Dora (Johnson) Thomas in Blaine. He married Jean Elizabeth Coles on Oct. 5, 1958, in Burlington. Mr. Thomas was a commercial fisher in Alaska and the Northwest as a young man. He later worked for Georgia-Pacific West Inc. before retiring after 26 years with the company. He was a member of Fraternity of Eagles No. 3029 and the National Rifle Association for 25 years. He enjoyed yearly hunting and fishing trips with his wife and also enjoyed watching sports. Mr. Thomas is survived by his wife of the family home; sons Daniel L. Thomas and Donald R. Thomas, both of Blaine; three daughters, Debbie Strickland and Darlene L. Hunt, both of Surrey, B.C., and Diane L. Conrad of Texas; brother Robert C. Thomas of Bellingham; sisters Shirley Finkbonner of Bellingham, Doris A. Janovich of Gig Harbor and June Peterson of Arizona; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Seafarers Memorial, c/o Blaine Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 1718, Blaine, WA 98231. Arrangements are by Jerns McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.
(From The Bellingham Herald, April 9, 2001) Submitted by Debbie deHoog

THOMAS, Sylvia R., age 21, who resided at Victoria, B.C. was fatally injured in an auto accident June 22, (1975). She is a member of the Catholic Church. She leaves to survive her husband, Bill Michelle and 1 daughter, Joanne of Victoria, B.C.; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Thomas of Victoria; 5 sisters and 7 brothers; her grandmother, Alice Williams, all of British Columbia. Rosary will be said Thursday evening, June 26 with Requiem Mass Friday, June 27 in Duncan, B.C. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Bingham & Jerns Funeral Home.

THOMASON, Frank A. - Visitation for Frank A. Thomason of Custer will be from 1 to 5 p.m. today at Moles Funeral Home chapel. A potluck and memorial gathering will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday at Intalco's Totem Terrace. Mr. Thomason died Tuesday, Dec. 23,1997, in Roy. He was 43. Born Dec. 9, 1954, to Laurence and Gertrude Lachowitzer Thomason in Bellingham, he graduated from Meridian High School in 1972. He married Mary Ellen Knutsen on Dec. 11, 1993, in Custer. Mr. Thomason was a long-haul truck driver for Martin's Feed Inc. in Lynden for 15 years. He enjoyed hunting, horseback riding, working on the farm, attending auctions and creating things by welding iron horseshoes. He also enjoyed collecting antiques, especially old Western relics and prints. Mr. Thomason was active in his daughter's 4-H club, the Trail Blazers. Survivors include his wife; daughter, Keri of the family home; his mother of Bellingham; brothers, Kenneth Bergstrom of Minnesota and Russell Bergstrom of Bellingham; sisters, Leona Bergstrom and Lenore Plassman, both of Bellingham, Marlene Clark of Issaquah, Christine Miner of Chehalis and Kathryn Webster of Anacortes; and many nieces and nephews.

THOMPSON, Annie - Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 2 p.m. for Mrs. Annie Thompson of Everson, who passed away last Friday (July 14, 1944) after a long illness. She was the sister of Mrs. J. W. Sams of Lynden. Under the direction of the Gillies Funeral Home in Sumas, the final rites will be held at the Lawrence Bethany Church with the Rev. Lawrence Gudmestad of Bellingham officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery at Lawrence. She leaves to survive the husband, Knute Thompson; two daughters, Mrs. Kermit Sande of R. 2, Everson and Eunice at home; one son, Thorval, in the U.S. Army; two sisters, Mrs. J. W. Sams of Lynden and Mrs. Carl Thompson of R. 2, Everson; two brothers, Hans Askland of Seattle and Halvor Askland of R. 2, Everson. (From The Lynden Tribune, July 20, 1944) Submitted by site coordinator.

THOMPSON, Edward M., age 85, of Bellingham, passed away June 18, 1997, in Bellingham, Washington. Mr. Thompson was born November 30, 1911, in Musselshell County, Montana. Mr. Thompson lived in Whatcom County for 45 years. He married Esther Carlson on Monroe, Washington, on February 10, 1941. He worked in maintenance for Oeser Cedar Company of Bellingham until he retired in 1972. Mr. Thompson enjoyed fishing and photography and watching the wildlife that visited his home on Stuart Mountain. He was preceded in death by his wife Esther and brothers, Ira, Rea and Earl. He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, George Emory and Mildred Thompson of Bellingham, sister-in-law Bonnie Holdt of Lacey, Washington as well as numerous nephews and nieces and their families. A funeral service was held at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel on Fri., June 20, 7:30 p.m. with Rev. David Erickson officiating. A graveside service will be held on Mon., June 23, 2:00 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery. Greenacres Funeral Home.

THOMPSON, Georgia Washington - A funeral for Georgia Washington Thompson of Lynden will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Gillies Funeral Home chapel, with the Rev. David Fison officiating. Private burial will be in Lynden Cemetery. Mrs. Thompson died Friday, Nov. 14, 1997, at Bellingham Care Center. She was 88. Born April 28, 1909, to John and Edith House Clark in VanBuren, Mo., she grew up in Missouri. She married Charles Thompson on Aug. 18, 1934. Mrs. Thompson moved to Whatcom County in 1946 and operated a strawberry farm with her husband. She enjoyed gardening and flowers. Mrs. Thompson was preceded in death by her husband in 1978, two brothers and four sisters. Survivors include daughter Charlotte Hamilton of Bellingham, brother Marvin Clark of Lynden, sister Emma Harmon of Lynden and Imogene Sevens of Bellingham, two grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

THOMPSON, Georgina Gibb, age 85, of Bellingham, WA, died April 3, 1997 at St. Frances Ext. Health Care. She was born October 23, 1911 in Seattle, WA, to George and Minnie (Joseph) Gibb. Mrs. Thompson was a graduate of Aberdeen High School and attended the Univ. of Washington. She worked as a bookkeeper for Grays Harbor Plywood and later for D.S.H.S. She married H. Gifford Thompson June 1940. He preceded her in death June 1970. She was a member of Delta Zeta Sorority, 1st Presbyterian Church of Aberdeen, Eastern Star and enjoyed reading. Survived by a son, Gifford Thompson and wife Yvonne of Bellingham; a sister Minnie Fenenga of Bellingham; 2 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Graveside services will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 10, 1997 at Fern Hill Cemetery, Aberdeen, WA. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

THOMPSON, Ida Mae, 80, of 825 Woodbine Way, will be Tuesday at Bayview Cemetery with the Rev. Leonard C. Ericksen officiating. She died Saturday (Sept. 14, 1991) in a Bellingham convalescent center. Mrs. Thompson was born December 5, 1911 in Bellingham to Isaac and Anna Isaacson. She was a life resident. She was a member of the Central Lutheran Church and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. Mrs. Thompson was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer "Tom" Thompson in Sept. of 1986. Survivors include a son, Warren Hayes of Springfield, Ore.; a daughter, Penni Stanton of Bellingham; two grandchildren, Glenn Hayes and Erik Hayes, both of Tacoma; four great grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

THOMPSON, Jessica Anne, 29 years old, loving daughter, sister, soul mate and friend passed away at her family home October 13, 1997, following a brief but valiant battle with cancer. Jessica was born in San Francisco, California August 3rd, 1968 and moved to Bellingham with her family at an early age. She attended Bellingham grade schools and graduated from Bellingham High with honors. She worked in the Seattle area as secretary for construction firms, returning to Bellingham to care for her ailing grandmother. She worked for Moceri Construction of Bellingham until her illness in July. Survived by her parents Fred and Cathy Thompson of the family home, her brother Ian Thompson of Bellingham, her partner Bradly Clark of Everett, and a great many dear friends. Jessica was creative and production with many crafts and providing memorable moments. A memorial service will be held at Westford Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Friday the 17th of October, followed by an open house at the family residence. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

THOMPSON, Jessie Amelia died at the age of 86 in Seattle, WA on January 2, 1998. Born on August 28, 1911, to parents Daniel and Gladys Van Iderstine of Harper, WA, former resident of The Willows. Preceded in death by her husband Marcum C. Thompson, son, James Thompson, her brother, Donald Van Iderstine. Survived by her daughters Marylyn Lemoine and husband, Philip, Seattle, WA, and Susan Lee and husband Lawrence, Bellingham, WA, grandchildren Philip Lemoine and wife Pamela, Seattle, WA, Mark Lemoine and wife Denys, Buckley, WA, Kirk Lemoine, Chicago, IL, Jason Lee, Bellingham, WA, Laura Lee, Bellingham, WA, and three great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held Tuesday, Jan. 6, 1998 at Southminster Presbyterian Church in Seattle.

THOMPSON, Joan - A graveside service for Joan Paulson Thompson of Richland will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Saxon Cemetery followed by a reception at Acme Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Thompson died Saturday, Feb. 15, 1997, at Kadlec Medical Center in Richland. She was 71. Born March 14, 1925, to Ole Meyer Paulson and Gudrun Gjersvik, she was raised in Clipper and graduated from Mount Baker High School in 1942. She attended the University of Washington and the Northwest School of Nursing. Mrs. Thompson worked for the Boeing Co. from 1956 to 1987 as an electrical draftsperson. After retiring, she moved to Wenatchee and then to Richland in 1993. Survivors include son Howard Thompson, daughters Penny Shepperd, Peggy Haggard and Patricia Shutt, brother Robert Paulson, seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Arrangement are by Einan's Funeral Home in Richland.

THOMPSON, Kay, age 72 years, passed away at a local hospital Wednesday, November 15, (1944) following a lingering illness. Mr. Thompson had resided in Bellingham for the past 30 years and was an attendant of the Church of Latter Day Saints. Surviving relatives include one son, Tothel U. Thompson, of Williamsburg, Virginia; one brother, David L. Thompson, of Appensworth, Virginia; also a half-brother, Mr. Mason Caldwell in Virginia. The remains rest at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home where services will be conducted Friday, November 17, at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Shipman officiating. Cremation will follow.

THOMPSON, Leon P. - A graveside service for Leon P. Thompson of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Bayview Cemetery with the Rev. David Crook officiating. Mr. Thompson died of an apparent heart attack Saturday, May 10, 1997. He was 60. Born April 16, 1937, to Phillip and Elsie Zahnow Thompson in Bellingham, he attended schools here and worked for local canneries. A member of the Army National Guard for almost 10 years, Mr. Thompson enjoyed collecting antiques and vintage cars. Survivors include son Bryan Thompson of Bellingham; daughters Patsy Darnell and Lorri Thompson, both of Bellingham, and Lindy Thompson of Las Vegas; sisters Naomi DeGolier of Bellingham and Elaine Scott of Phyllis Moran, both of Sedro-Woolley; one grandchild; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.

THOMPSON, Lillian Evangeline Thompson, 92, a lifetime resident of Bellingham, died Christmas morning, December 25th, 2001. She was born November 22, 1909 to Victor Jensen and Ella (Knutsen) Jensen in the historic Sehome Hill neighborhood at her grandparents home on Jersey Street. She was raised in that same district at 1001 Key Street along with her sister, Evelyn Jensen Cox and brothers Tillman, Howard and Victor Jensen who have all proceeded her in death. On Feb. 14, 1932 she married E. Arvid Thompson and had been married 64 years at the time of Arvid's death in 1996. Lillian and Arvid shared a love of gardening which began during WW II when they planted their first Victory garden and continued until shortly before Arvid's passing. Lillian was an avid and knowledgeable plantswoman who continued to grow beautiful flowers which she shared with friends and family. She was a lifetime member of Central Lutheran Church where her family were among the founding members. She taught Sunday School, was an original member of Priscilla Circle and also sewed quilts for many years with the Mission Quilting Group.
She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Young of Bellingham, Karen and husband Gary Chapin of Ashland, Oregon; eight grand children; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandson. They will all miss her sweetness, generosity, her beautiful smile and her fabulous root beer floats. Services will be held at Central Lutheran Church on Saturday Dec. 29th at 1:30 p.m. (From The Bellingham Herald, December 28, 2001)

THOMPSON, Louise G., age 56 of 4915 Samish Way, passed away Sunday, Jan. 29, (1978). Mrs. Thompson had resided in Bellingham for the past 12 years. She leaves to survive her husband, Walter F. of the family home; 3 daughters, Mrs. Linda Leininger of Lynden, Pamelia and Debbie Thompson both of this city; 1 son, Ralph Auguchont of Vancouver, Wash.; 3 grandchildren; her mother, Mrs. Emma Kessler; 1 brother, Arthur Kessler of Lynnwood; 1 sister, Caroline Rea of Seattle; several nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held Wed., Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of the Westford Funeral Home with Rev. E. E. Olsenius officiating.

THOMPSON, Marjory Ann Marie, age 58 of 1460 Birchwood Ave., Bellingham, passed away Sun., Jan. 12, 1997, in Ferndale, due to cancer. She was born Dec. 3, 1938, in Rapid City, SD, to Thomas and Ethel (Sparkes) Curtin and has been a Whatcom County resident for the past 14 years. Mrs. Thompson's hobbies included pool and bingo. She is survived by daughters, Deborah L. Cain of Bellingham and Cynthia J. Thompson of Tampa, FL; sons, Carl X. Thompson of Tacoma and Michael F. Thompson of Sunfish, FL; mother, Genevieve Curtin of Everett; brother, Tom Curtin of Anchorage, AK; sisters, Doris McDanald of Everett and Joyce Groen of Seattle; 3 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her sister, Janet Bracken. Visitation on Sat., Jan. 18, 6-8 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held Sun., Jan. 19, 2:00 p.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Clifford Ellyson officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.

THOMPSON, Michael Ray - A funeral for Michael Ray Thompson, lifelong resident of Ferndale, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Heather Mordhorst officiating. Private interment will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Thompson died Thursday, July 31, 1997, in Ferndale. He was 31. Survivors include companion Vicki Johnson of Ferndale, son Michael Thompson Jr. of Ferndale, parents Gary and Barbara Thompson of Ferndale, sister Paula Pinkey of Auburn, grandmother Lilias Thompson of Ferndale and one niece. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

THOMPSON, Mildred L. - A memorial service for Mildred L. Thompson will be held Wednesday, July 16, at 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Chapel with Pastor David M. Erickson of Immanuel Bible Church and Rev. J. Rea Thompson of McAllen, Texas, presiding. Mrs. Thompson died Saturday, July 12, (1997) at The St. Francis Extended Care Facility in Bellingham. She was 84. Born July 17, 1912, in Monroe, Washington, to Fred and Mary Gerber, she graduated from Monroe High School in 1929. After high school she completed training at a business college in Seattle and, in 1932, received a teaching certificate from Bellingham Normal School. She married George Emory Thompson of November 2, 1934. Mrs. Thompson devoted her life to her family. She was a member of Birchwood Presbyterian Church, and was active in the P.T.A. and the Marietta Fire Department Auxiliary during the 1950's and 1960's. She worked at the Bellingham YMCA as head desk clerk from 1964 - 1974. In retirement she especially enjoyed gardening, reading, travelling and needlework. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Francis Gerber, sister Ruth Rowley, two great-grandsons, and two nieces. Survivors include her husband Emory of the family home; sons and their wives Bill and Kay Thompson of Bellingham, Dick and Patty Thompson of Orcas Island, Don and Pat Thompson of Seattle, Rea and Judi Thompson of Texas and Scott and Donna Thompson of Puyallup; daughters and their husbands Linda and Gale Miller of Oregon; Patricia and Brad Tuor of Redmond, Autumn and George Cole of Bellingham and Mary and Kirk Johnson of Chehalis; grandchildren and their spouses Carrie and Matt Bennett of Blaine, Kent Elder of Ferndale, Kelly Pederson of Bellingham, Lynn Thompson of Seattle, Susie and Jim Barnes of British Columbia; Brad and Lisa Thompson of Colorado, Brian and Michele Thompson of Lynden, Tina and David Haggith of Great Britain, Theresa Humphrey of California, Tom and Tess, James and Sean Humphrey of Seattle, Beth and Greg Sifferman of Seattle, Colleen Thompson, Michelle Thompson of Arizona, Bart Thompson of Bellingham, Jeff and Vicki Prather of Bellingham, Mark Prather of Bellingham, Shelly and Johnny Dane, Shannon and Jay Mahoney, Tyler and Leslie Thompson,Piper and Jordan Fowler and Camey Thompson of Texas, Tanya Tuor of Kent, Troy Tuor of Bellevue, Rachel Santos of Oregon, Matt Cole of Bellingham, Sarah and Laura Johnson of Chehalis, Anthony and Edward Thompson of Puyallup; 26 great-grandchildren; and nieces Barbara Wiggins of North Carolina and Jackie Monaghan of Oregon.

THOMPSON, Shirley - A gathering for Shirley Lindstrom Thompson of Oakville will be from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at the American Legion Hall in Everett. Mrs. Thompson died at home Saturday, Feb. 8, 1997. She was 68. Born April 23, 1928, to Harry and Martha Lindstrom in Everett, she was raised in Wenatchee and graduated from Edmonds High School in 1946. She attended Western Washington State College, now Western Washington University, graduated from Western States College with a chiropractic certificate in 1953, and received a bachelor's degree in elementary education from the University of Washington in 1963. Mrs. Thompson and her first husband, Robert Caverly, practiced chiropractic medicine in Rainier. She also was a teacher and counselor in Mukilteo for 13 years. She married Dean Thompson in 1970. An avid skier, Mrs. Thompson managed the Stevens Pass Ski Area ticket sales office from 1976 to 1983. She then moved to the east side of Stevens Pass and operated Ray Rock Country Store with her son, Bob. In 1991, she moved to Nisqually. Mrs. Thompson was preceded in death by an infant son, David. Survivors include her mother of Richmond Beach, sons Bob Caverly of Plain, Wash., and Randy Caverly of Oakville, stepson Sig Thompson of East Wenatchee, brother Gordon Lindstrom of Edmonds, sister Elizabeth Hunter of Greenbank, two grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

THOMPSON, Winifred A. - A memorial service for Winifred A. Thompson of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Immanuel Bible Church with the Rev. David Erickson officiating. Mrs. Thompson died Wednesday, Oct. 1, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 82. Born Jan. 4, 1915, to Ray and Cassie Estey James in Whitefish, Mont., she grew up in Bellingham and graduated from Whatcom High School. She married Kermit Thompson July 8, 1938, in Seattle. He died in 1977. Mrs. Thompson received nurses training at Virginia Mason Hospital and worked as a registered nurse for more than 40 years. A member of Immanuel Bible Church, she enjoyed reading, knitting and crocheting. Survivors include daughter Judith Leary of Mukilteo and Patricia Harris of Richland; son Dennis Thompson of Pasco; sisters Edith Baldwin and Bess Dvoracheck, both of Bellingham; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

THON, Carla June, age 53, of 2905 James St, passed away Tues, June 26, 1979. A resident of this community since 1951, she was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and is survived by her husband, Robert F. Thon; 1 daughter Kathryn Maurine Thon; mother, Mrs. E. W. Dickman, all of city; 4 brothers, John A Dickman of city; William H. Dickman of New York; Edwin W. Dickman of Des Moines, Iowa; and Jerry J. Dickman of Pasco; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service Thurs, June 28 at 10:30 a.m. in Jones Funeral Home with Rev. Julia Brand officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park.

THON, Robert F. Thon, age 83, passed away May 9, 2004 in Bellingham. He was born November 27, 1920, in Bellingham, to Jacob and Mildred Thon. He graduated from Bellingham High School with the class of 1940. Bob was a World War II Veteran called to active duty with the National Guard in Bellingham on September 16, 1940. He served as the Battalion Commo Chief with HQ Co., 1st Battalion, 161st Infantry in the campaigns at Guadalcanal, New Georgia, and the invasion landing of Luzon in the Philippines. His decorations include the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with Three Stars, the Combat Infantry Badge, and the Bronze Star. He was discharged as a Staff Sergeant on August 25, 1945.
Bob was a fifty year member of the International Brotherhood of Electric Workers (IBEW), and he worked for Mobil Oil Refinery for twenty years as an Electrician Foreman for Mills Electric Company. Prior to 1970, he was employed as a Construction Electrician and worked in the logging industry for several years. He was a life member of Veteran of Foreign Wars, Post 1585, in Bellingham. Bob enjoyed music, dancing, hiking, fishing, woodworking, and traveling.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Alex and Ted; sisters Kathryn and Margaret; and daughter's mother Carla. Bob is survived by his wife Dolores Burlin; daughter Kathryn and her husband Nigel Sulley; grandson Zachary Garland; brother Patrick Thon and his wife Patricia of Port Orchard; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, May 14th at 1:00 p.m., followed by a reception in the chapel. Graveside Committal will follow at Greenacres with military honors. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Broadway at Eldridge

THON, Howard "Allan" of Bellingham passed away peacefully at his home in the company of his family on Saturday the 3rd of May. He was 77, born to Alex and Vernice Thon on August 29, 1925. He was a lifetime resident of Bellingham. Allan was an elementary teacher and principal in the Bellingham school district for 33 years. His work reflected his love for children and a passion to see all youth succeed in life. After graduation from Bellingham High School, he went on to Western Washington University receiving both Bachelors and Masters degrees. The outdoors and nature were special to Allan. He worked on the early development of the Bellingham Conservation Site and loved hiking on Whatcom County trails with seniors from the community. He always enjoyed the company of his family and friends. Social gatherings were special events where he viewed life to be at its best. Allan is survived by his wife of 54 years Peggy; son Jerry Thon and wife Truc and children Alex and Nikki; son Tom and wife Joene and children Jacob and Jessica; son Tim and wife Rae Anne and children Sara and Kyle; brother Gerald Thon and wife Lori; sister Verlaine Van Horn and husband Ted of Utah; special uncles Bob Thon and Pat Thon; sister in law Laura Rasmussen. At Allan's request there will not be a formal service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 May 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

THORP, Ferrell, age 31 years, 2122 Broadway, passed away Sunday, Sept. 23, following an accident. Mr. Thorp was a member of the Motorcycle Club of Bellingham. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jess Thorp, Route 4, Bellingham; also numerous other relatives. Funeral services will be held at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home, Wednesday, Sept. 26. at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. James Martyn Wilson. Interment in Woodlawn cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, September 24, 1945) Submitted by Clara Jacobson.

THORP, Jess A., 65, of route 5, died at a local hospital Friday following a lingering illness. A Bellingham resident the past 19 years, he is survived by the widow, Myrtle, and two brothers, Burton of Oregon,and John of Everett. Services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Bingham-Dahlquist and Jerns Funeral Home. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, November 22, 1953) Submitted by Clara Jacobson.

THORP, Leona Thorp, 2122 Broadway passed away at a local hospital, Sunday, Sept. 23 following an accident. Mrs. Thorp was a member of the Motorcycle club of Bellingham. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Barraford, and one daughter, Eldeen Lehn, all of Bellingham. Funeral services will be held at the Bingham-Dahlquist Funeral Home. Wednesday, Sept. 26, at 2 p.m. with Rev. James Martyn Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald, November 22, 1953) Submitted by Clara Jacobson.

THORSEN, Mary Jean born in Bellingham, WA on Dec. 6, 1925. A resident of San Pedro, CA for 42 years. Survived by husband Robert (Bob) Thorsen; sons Rob (Lucie) Thorsen, Jon (Bonnie) Thorsen, Jeff (Arlena) Thorsen; grandchildren Todd, Dana, Robin Thorsen; sisters, brothers, sisters-in-law, nieces & nephews. Private services will be held Friday, January 16, 1998.

THORSTEINSON, Thordur Paul of Snohomish died at home Sunday, Oct. 1, 1995, of cancer. He was 56. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Friday in Omaha, Neb. Born July 8, 1939, to Oscar and Muriel Thorsteinson in Bellingham, he was a member of Church of the Assumption and graduated from Bellingham High School. He served in the U.S. Navy for four years and then worked at IBM for 34 years. Survivors include his wife, Peal Thorsteinson, of the family home; three children; five step-children; his parents of Bellingham; brother Philip of Phoenix; sister Marguerite Heard of Westminster, Colo.; five step-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.

THRALL, Thomas K., age 55 of Bellingham, formerly of Logansport, Indiana, died at his home on Friday, Dec. 9, 2005. Born on December 1, 1950 in Logansport, he was the son of Maurice E. and Nina J. Killian Thrall. Tom attended St. Vincent's School and Logansport High School, where he was very active in Boy Scouts, public speaking and community service. He graduated from Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, earning a Bachelor's Degree in History, and was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity. Following college, Tom worked as a boys' home counselor and as an emergency medical technician in the Lafayette area. In 1980, Tom embarked on a trip west on his motorcycle and ended up in Washington on May 18, when he became trapped by the fallout of Mount St. Helens eruption. He apparently liked what he saw of the area because he remained in Washington ever since. For a while, he worked in Aberdeen as an EMT and a surgical technician, before heading up the coast to Bellingham, where he has resided since 1981. In Bellingham, Tom lived in town and then luckily located a parcel of land on Haxton Way where he had a beloved house, woods, creek, beach and lived comfortably with nature surrounding him. He was mainly employed in the fishing industry and traveled to Alaska and down the West Coast for many years. Recently Tom had been working with the Department of Natural Resources in a variety of conservation programs. He is survived by one brother, Col. (Ret.) Terry E. Thrall and his wife Lacie of Mesa, AZ; one sister Mary Ellen Thrall of Logansport, IN, one nephew, and many friends and acquaintances in the Bellingham area. His dry wit, good humor, conversational repartee and loyalty will be sorely missed. His parents and an infant sister preceded him in death. A gathering of friends will be held at a later date when his ashes will be spread upon the ocean at his property on Bellingham Bay.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Dec 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

THRASH, Frank of 2315 Burk Road, Blaine, died Tuesday, Feb. 8, 1994, at home. He was 77. Private family services will be held with burial at Greenacres Memorial Park. Born March 6, 1916, to William and Mattie Vaughters Thrash in Marianna, Ark., he served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He married Anne Joyce Vuchetich on Feb. 9, 1944, in Vancouver, Wash. A resident of Whatcom County since 1970, Mr. Thrash was a structural ironworker and a member of Local No. 505 Iron Workers. He retired in 1983. He was a member of American Legion Post No. 86 in Blaine and a lifetime member of Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughters Joyceanne Hagberg of Seattle and Mary A. Wallace of Blaine; sons Frank Thrash II of Everett and James Thrash of Seattle; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

THRELKELD, Clarence D., for thirty-nine years proprietor of the Sanitarium Baths in the Hotel Leopold building, passed away Friday (Apr. 26, 1946) morning at his home 2728 McLeod road. He was 60 years old. His death was sudden, occurring after a few hours' illness.
Graduate of the famous but now extinct Battle Creek, Mich., Sanitarium, Mr. Threlkeld and his wife, who also was a graduate of the sanitarium, took over the baths February 15, 1907, which had been established four years previously by Dr. A. Q. Shryock. In 1913 the establishment was enlarged and removed from the original location on State street to the present quarters.
Mr. Threlkeld was born January 24, 1886, in Liberty Center, Ia. He came to Bellingham in order to go into business on the West coast. He was a senior elder in the Seventh Day Adventist church. Surviving beside his wife, Mrs. Carrie R. Threlkeld, at home, are two daughters, Mrs. Isabell Wolff and Mrs. Geraldine Smith, both residing in Long Beach, Calif.; one son, Russell D. Threlkeld, of Dinuba, Calif.; four grandchildren; a brother, Merle E. Threlkeld, of Bellingham; one sister, Mrs. Ethel Edgerton, of Muklintee [Mukilteo], and his mother, Mrs. Eliza A. Threlkeld, of this city. The remains rest at the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home. (From The Bellingham Herald, April 26, 1946) Submitted by Linda Purvis

THRELKELD, Thomas Glen, aged 76 years, passed away at his home, 2917 W. Maplewood Avenue, Monday, October 27, following a short illness. Mr. Threlkeld had resided here for the past twenty years and was an attendant at the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Surviving relatives are the widow, Eliza A., at home; two sons, Clarence D. and Merle E., of this city; one daughter, Mrs. Russell Edgerton, Mukilteo, Wash.; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the elders, E. N. Sargeant and H. E. Willoughby, Wednesday, October 29 at 1:30 p.m. Final resting place, Greenacres Memorial Park.

THURLOW, Diane C. passed away on September 6, 2006 at her home in Bellingham. Diane was born on January 5, 1945, in Louis, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her father Dr. Alfred A. Thurlow Jr. and her mother, Frieda Wolken Thurlow of Santa Rosa, California. Diane is survived by her sister Cathy Thurlow Shaw of Fairfax, California; her brothers Mark Thurlow of Santa Rosa, California, and Alfred A. Thurlow III of Roseville, California; three nieces, four nephews, four grandnieces and grandnephews; her godchildren, Amy Smith of Mount Vernon and Forrest Dudley of Bellingham; three dogs (Jasmine, Tessa, and Mandy) and six cats (Eli, Abby, Fu, Hava, Evelyn, and Buffalo Gal), all of whom have gone to loving homes; and a large number of close and loyal friends and admirers. Diane spent her very early childhood in Alton, Illinois, and Columbus, Ohio, but grew up in Santa Rosa, California. She attended Pine Manor College (Chestnut Hills, Mass), San Francisco State University, the University of California at Davis, and Seattle University. She studied anthropology and archaeology as an undergraduate; in 1975-77 she participated in one of the country's first training programs for physician's assistants. Diane lived in San Francisco and elsewhere in northern California from 1965 to 1985, then moved to Bellingham and her beloved home in the York neighborhood until her death. She worked for many years as a registered nurse and nurse practitioner in Bellingham, Seattle, and northern California, drawing on extensive knowledge in all areas of her field but specializing in care of fragile infants and care of the dying. Diane had many roles in life – friend, sister, community activist, health educator, teacher, advocate, R.N. traveler, warrior and compassionate explorer. She will be remembered as a spirited and generous woman who was loyal, a giving and nurturing friend, and care taker to all – a guide for today and beyond. Continue your journey in peace, our fabulous friend! Open house celebration of life will be held on September 24, 2006, 2 -5 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Sep 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

THURMAN, Barbara G. - A service for Barbara "Bobbie" G. Thurman of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Mrs. Thurman died Sunday, Aug. 24, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 74. Born Feb. 16, 1923, to L. B. and Gladys West in Ballard, she graduated from Lincoln High School in Seattle in 1941. She married Jim Thurman on Oct. 3, 1942, in Seattle. Mrs. Thurman lived on Orcas Island for 20 years before moving to Bellingham in 1988. An accomplished seamstress, she enjoyed salt-water fishing, cooking and gardening. Survivors include her husband, of Bellingham; daughters Penny Othberg of Bainbridge Island and Pam Sinnett of Bellingham; son Jim Thurman of Clayton, Calif.; six grandchildren.

TIDDENS, Alfreda Irene, longtime resident of Seattle and Tacoma, died at Alderwood Convalescent Center in Bellingham on March 14, 1997. Mrs. Tiddens was born in Snoqualmie, WA, to Alfred and Lila Kinsey. In 1934 she married Virgil Tiddens, and after 62 years of marriage, he preceded her in death in 1996. Mrs. Tiddens worked for her Uncle Darius Kinsey at his photography studio in Seattle when he was taking pictures in the logging camps of the Pacific Northwest. She assisted her Aunt Tabitha Kinsey with developing and tinting the photographs. During World War Two, Mrs. Tiddens worked at Boeing. Alfreda will be remembered by her many friends and relatives for her letter writing, love of music, gardening and fishing. Mrs. Tiddens is survived by her two nieces, Sue Bowen of Port Angeles and Joyce Reems of Seattle; her nephew, Arley Harrison of Bellingham; numerous great and grand nieces and nephews. Private interment will be at Evergreen-Washelli Cemetery in Seattle. The arrangements are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

TIERNAN/TIERMAN, Paul - Funeral services for the late Paul Tiernan, who died at the family residence 1701 South Bellingham, Saturday morning (July 11, 1908), will be held from the residence this afternoon at 2 o'clock, the services to be under the auspices of the Ancient Order of United Workmen and Brotherhood of American Yeoman, to which Mr. Tiernan belonged. Interment is to take place in Bay View cemetery under the direction of W. H. Mock & Sons.
(From The Morning Reveille, July 14, 1908)

TIERNEY, Martin David, age 64 of 2315 Williams St., passed away Monday, July 27, (1987) in a local nursing home. He had been an elementary school teacher, a past President of Bellingham Educational Assoc., he had been in charge of The Audio Visual Dept., at Roeder School, a decorated WWII Veteran, was a past member of the Seattle Sheriff Dept. Survived by 1 son John Tierney of Bellingham; 1 daughter Joan Tierney of Bellingham; 1 sister Ann Anthony of San Diego; 1 grandson Shawn Tierney of Bellingham; 1 niece; 2 nephews; numerous other relatives & loving friends. Memorial services will be conducted Wed., Aug. 5, 1987 in the chapel of Westford Funeral Home. Memorials maybe made to the Heart Assoc. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

TILLOTSON, Margaret Leikvold, 91, 1200 Lincoln St., Bellingham, WA, passed away Oct. 10, 1992 in Bellingham. She was born April 11, 1901 in Vermillion, SD, to Peter and Bell Leikvold. She was a life member of the Vermillion Eastern Star #44 and Delta Kappa Gamma, NRTA. Mrs. Tillotson taught school in the Nooksack and Bellingham School Districts. Survivors are her husband, Elmer C. Tillotson, of Bellingham and a sister, Phyllis Iszard of New York State. A funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 15, 1992, in the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel followed with burial at Greenacres Cemetery with Pastor Richard Christiansen officiating. The arrangements and services are under the direction of Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium.

TIMERMAN, Joe C. - At his request, there will be no services held for Joe C. Timerman of Bellingham. Mr. Timerman died Sunday, Sept. 19, 1999, in Bellingham. He was 93. Born Dec. 27, 1905, to Charles and Emily (Brys) Timerman in Ferndale, he had been a lifetime Whatcom County resident. In May 1975, he married Mae Carter. After retiring from farming, Mr. Timerman worked as a custodian for the Ferndale School District for 10 years. He loved hunting, fishing and gardening. Survivors include his wife, of the family home, and "adopted daughter" Barbara Hilty of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

TIMERMAN, Rowena, 70, Route 3, Ferndale, passed away Thursday, September 15, (1966). She attended Bellingham Normal School and taught school 43 years in Washington. She was a member of the Retired Teachers Association, Delta Grange, Camera Club, Birchwood Garden Club. She is survived by one sister, Miss Elvira Timerman of Bellingham; 1 brother, Joe of Ferndale; several cousins. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, September 19 at 1:30 p.m. in Moles Funeral Chapel, Rev. John Haygood officiating. Final resting place, Woodlawn Cemetery.

TIMMER, Vivian Louise, born Jan. 31, 1955, in Bellingham to Beverly Gorzeman Timmer & Elmer Timmer passed away Thurs., April 17, 1997. She loved people, gardening, and travel. With a heart felt desire to help others and treat their pain she became a registered nurse in 1975. Vivian enjoyed creating in fabric, watercolor and clay with a passion for life we will all miss but will long remember. In Christs love, beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Survived by mother, Beverly Timmer; father, Elmer & Helen Timmer; sisters and brothers: Lynette & Vince Godt, Bonnie Timmer, Alma Weimer, Albert & Doreen Timmer, Juli & Howard Wandell, Kim & Don Rhea, and Brent & Barb Matter. Preceded in death by brother, Peter Timmer. A memorial service will be held Sat., April 26, 11:00 a.m. at Mt. View Christian Reformed Church. Greenacres Funeral Home.

TINCKER, Mary E., age 93, passed away in Seattle, WA, January 26, 1997. She was born December 18, 1903 in Columbia, Tennessee and was a long-time Bellingham resident. She is survived by her son, Robert Bartholic and his wife, Valerie; three grandsons, Brian and his wife Becky Bartholic, Michael and his wife Betsy Bartholic and Patrick and his wife Lynne Bartholic; four great-grandchildren, Aaron, Sarah, Sean and Morgan. A Funeral Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 31, 1997, in the Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel followed by burial in Greenacres Cemetery. Dr. Leslie Ann Knight will officiate. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

TINGSTROM, Abbie A., 89, of Bellingham, died Tuesday Jan. 16, 1996 in Bellingham. Mrs. Tingstrom was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County and attended Bellingham Normal School. She marred Ernest Tingstrom on Dec. 24, 1940 and was preceded in death by him on Oct. 24, 1966. She was also preceded by two brothers and one nephew. Survivors include her niece Lenore DeWitt and husband Loren of Bellingham; five great-nieces; one great-nephew; five great-great-nieces and the Jim Mullen family who were very special to her. A Graveside service will be held Friday, January 19th, 1:00 p.m. at Bayview Cemetery, Rev. Al Currier of First Advent Christian Church officiating. Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

TISCORNIA, Frank Carl, lifetime resident and pioneer of Whatcom Co., died September 7, 1998 at his residence. He was 91. Mr. Tiscornia was born February 25, 1907 in Bellingham, Washington. He married Ellen Tabacco in Bellingham in 1937. She preceded him in death in 1992. Frank, his father Antonia, and brother Lawrence, owned and operated the Tiscornia & Sons Vegetable Truck Gardens for many years. In 1924, they acquired the Vegetable Truck Garden on Nome Street, the current site of the technical school. The Tiscornia & Sons Vegetable Truck Gardens continued for 31 years until 1955 when the property was sold to the Bellingham School District. Frank later worked for the City of Bellingham Parks Department. He was a member of the Assumption Church, Eagles, and A Step Ahead Dance Club. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Survivors include his son, John F. Tiscornia and wife Paula of Mercer Island, WA; grandchildren, John C. Tiscornia and Paul Tiscornia, both of Bellevue, WA, Tim Tiscornia and wife June of Portland, OR; sister, Teresa Bornstein of Bellingham, WA and numerous nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 10, 1998 at the Church of the Assumption with celebrant Fr. Patrick Freitag. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.

TISDALE, Dorothy W. - A memorial service for Dorothy W. Tisdale of Ferndale will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Laurel Community Baptist Church with the Rev. Robert Cameron officiating. Miss Tisdale died Friday, Sept. 5, 1997. She was 85. Born Nov. 1, 1911, to Fredrick and Winnifred Kirkland Tisdale in Pe Ell, she collected dolls, bells, souvenir spoons and agates and enjoyed puzzles and crafts. Survivors include sister Holly Hopkins of Lake Stevens and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.

TISDEL, Johanna – Private family services will be held for Johanna (Stangeland) Tisdel of Bellingham. Mrs. Tisdel died Wednesday, Feb 9, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 84. Mrs. Tisdel was born May 18, 1915, to Josef and Dellia (Penn) Stangeland in southern Norway. On Dec 31, 1938, she married Laurel R. Tisdel. Mrs. Tisdel was a member of Sons of Norway of Bellingham. She loved to sew, garden, read, crochet and travel. Her son Jon Stephen Tisdel died in 1990. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughters Vicki Sundstrom of Sedro-Woolley and Gail Traulsen of Lynnwood; son L. Russell Tisdel Jr. of Issaquah; brothers Henry Stangeland of Bellingham, Edd Stangeland of Ferndale and Nils Stangeland of Poulsbo; sisters Marie Simonson and Delia Joule, both of Bellingham; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TISDEL, Jon Stephan, 43, 1200 Lincoln St., No. 413, died today (March 24, 1989) in Bellingham. He was born Oct. 14, 1945, in Bellingham. He was born Oct. 14, 1945, in Bellingham and was employed as a construction worker. Survivors include his parents, Laurel and Johanna Tisdel of Bellingham; a brother, Russell Tisdel of Issaquah; and two sisters, Gail Traulsen of Lynnwood and Vicki Herald of Arlington. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.

TODD, James - Resident of Bellingham for the past thirty years and a member of the Teamsters Union, Local 231, James Todd, 67, passed away Friday (Aug. 9, 1946) morning at his home, 1228 Grant street. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Juanita Todd; a son James C. Todd, of Seattle, and one daughter, Mrs. Isabel Sandmel, Bellingham; also two grandsons, Robert Sandmel, city, and Michael Todd, Seattle, and one granddaughter, Myrna Mae Ecker, Bellingham. The remains rest at the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home where services will be conducted by Rev. James Martyn Wilson Monday at 3 p.m. Interment will take place in the Burlington cemetery in Skagit county.

TODD, William G. - No services will be held for William G. Todd, 70, of Bellingham at his request. Mr. Todd died Monday at St. Joseph Hospital, Main Campus. He was born on May 23, 1919, in Huntington Park, Calif., and had lived in Whatcom County since 1954. Mr. Todd worked in the maintenance department at Mobile Oil. He belonged to the Bellingham Country Club and was a past member of Elk Lodge No. 194. Survivors include his wife, Velma, of the family home, and numerous other relatives. Burial will take place at Greenacres Garden Wing Mausoleum. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.

TODHUNTER, Donald Allison - A memorial service for Donald Allison Todhunter of 1405 22nd St. will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Bellingham Seventh Day Adventist Church with the Rev. Jim Van Horn officiating. Mr. Todhunter died Wednesday, Jan. 15, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 70. Born Dec. 23, 1926, to Frank and Roberta Scott Todhunter in Syracuse, Kan., he lived in Whatcom County since 1950. He married Beatrice Gnyp on May 15, 1965, in Ferndale. Mr. Todhunter was pastor of Portals of Mercy Ministry and board member of the Opportunity Council and the Food Bank. He volunteered for the Department of Social and Health Services and was a bus driver for the Headstart program for three years. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughters Julia Chapman, Ladora Todhunter and Ladona Mae Lininger, all of Bellingham, and Donna Gass of Lake Stevens; sons Donald Todhunter Jr. of Bellingham, Ellis Gnyp and Ed Gnyp, both of Ferndale, and Barry Todhunder and John Todhunter, both of Seattle; sisters Jane Callahan of Bellingham, Olive Jansen of Mount Vernon, Gloria Stinde of Federal Way and Mary Williams of Grand Junction, Colo; brothers Frank Todhunter of Bellingham and Bob Todhunter of Longbranch; 16 grandchildren; and one great grandchild. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.

TOENNESSEN, Michael John, age 87 of Bellingham, passed away December 26, 2008. He was born March 7, 1921 in Milwaukee, WI to Michael & Charlotte (Nix) Toennessen. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Knights of Columbus, and The Catholic War Veterans. Mike was a volunteer for United Way, St. Vincent de Paul, and a Genealogy volunteer at the Family History Library.
Mike was preceded in death by his mother & father; sisters Evelyn and Cecile; and his brother James. He is survived by his wife Adele; daughters Aileen (Gary) LeBret of Plymouth, MI; Nancy (Bob) Cochran of University Place, WA; and Lynn Toennessen of Bellingham; son Mike (Kate) Toennessen of Seattle; grandchildren Andrea, Michelle, Ethan and Jeremy; great-grandchildren Chance, Zachary, Joshua, Drew, Isabelle, Molly and Jacob; and sisters Mary Jane Dant and Charlotte Hilmer, both of Wisconsin. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Monday, January 5 from 3-5 p.m. Vigil Services will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Tuesday, January 6 at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Wednesday, January 7 at 12 Noon followed by a reception.

TOLLEFSRUD, Gladys, age 71 of 2185 Seamount Drive, Ferndale, passed away Friday, July 9, 1982. Mrs. Tollefsrud had been a resident of Ferndale for 2 years and is survived by 1 son, Eugene Clemens of Salem, Oregon; 2 brothers, Arley Kolstad of Centralia; Fred Kolstad of Minneapolis. Graveside services will be conducted by Rev. Ralph Poulson, Monday, July 12 at 3 pm in Woodlawn Cemetery, Burial under the direction of Moles Funeral Home. [b. Nov. 2, 1910, in Saskatchewan, Canada]
(From The Bellingham Herald, Bellingham, Washington, Monday, July 12, 1982, page 2B.)

TOM, Clarence C., Sr., affectionately known as Mulligan, Tossie or Poi, age 68, died July 15, 1997, in Bellingham. He is survived by daughters and sons-in-law Janet and Richard Ballew, Doris and Leonard Jefferson, Karen and James Morris, Tammy and Jay Martin all of Lummi; Melvina Tom, Tina and Kirby Salhus both of Bellingham; daughter-in-law and finance Regina Tom and Francis Alexander of Lummi; brother, Lawrence "Spaghetti" Tom of Lummi; sisters Nora "Tiny" McLean of Lummi, Cora "Sally" Jeffries of Lummi; 15 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; two grandsons, Clarence Tom III and Leonard Jefferson III both of Indio, CA; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives; including all of the special friends at St. Francis Extended Health Care. He was preceded in death by his wife Frances Tom, son Clarence Tom, Jr. A Vigil Service will be held Thursday, July 17, 1997, 7:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, July 18, 10:00 a.m. at St. Joachim Catholic Church, 4195 Lummi Shore Road. The Reverend David Borbridge celebrant. Interment will be at Lummi Nation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.

TOMLINSON, Jerry Vernon, age 55 of Blaine, died March 19, 1997. He was born April 4, 1941, in Branford, FL, to Benjamin and Odessa (Langford) Tomlinson. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandmother Minnie Langford. Mr. Tomlinson is survived by his wife Deloris (Meyer) Tomlinson of 25 years; step-daughters, Amy Hinds, Marsha Wahl, Marlene Vander Woude, all of Blaine; brothers, Willis Stolsby Tomlinson of Cross City, FL, Charles Tomlinson of Cross City, Dolan Tomlinson of Vera Beach, FL; sisters Sharon Johnson of Kissimmee, FL, Joanne Covington of Athens, AL, Kay Tomlinson of Old Towne, FL, Dale WEaver of Micanopy, FL; his uncle Doyle Lanford of Branford; grandchildren, Jason Vander Woude, Bryan Wahl, Allen Wahl, Marissa Wahl, Troy Johnson, Christopher Hinds all of Blaine; numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Tomlinson was a Civil War buff who enjoyed politics; an avid reader and knew his Bible well; enjoyed flowers and gardening. He was employed at Intalco from 1968 until 1985 when he retired. Visitation will be Friday, March 21, 1997, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, March 22, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 702 G Street in Blaine with Pastor Dennis Wildermuth officiating. A Graveside Service will be Monday, March 24, 1997, 10:00 a.m. at Blaine City Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

TONER, Joseph Phillip departed this world on December 31, 1997 at his home in Bellingham. He was born March 1, 1963 to Lu Toner and the late Phillip Toner. He graduated in 1981 from Sehome High School. He enlisted in the Army Reserve in 1984 and served until 1995 having obtained the rank of Second Lieutenant. He served three months active duty in Saudi Arabia during Desert Storm in the 50th General Army Hospital. While there he made a true friend, Joe Branion. He worked many years as an emergency room nurse at Whidbey Island NAS, United General and Skagit Valley Hospital. He also volunteered at Chuckanut Fire Dept. He was well liked by the emergency personnel in both Whatcom and Skagit Counties for his willingness to help and assist in any emergency. His children, Brian and Katie were his whole life. He enjoyed taking walks and playing catch with them and his dog. Joe can be remembered by his keen sense of humor. He always had a joke to tell and was well liked by all who knew him. He was a devoted father, a loving son and a beloved brother. He will be greatly missed by everyone. He is survived by his children, Brian and Katherine of Bellingham; Joe's mother, Lu Toner of Bellingham; his brothers, Patrick Toner and his wife Elaine of Nooksack, Michael Toner and wife Rhonda of Ferndale; his sisters, Myrna Garling and husband Ken of Port Angeles and Evelyn Provost and husband Rob of Tacoma; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. A Vigil Service will be held 6:00 p.m. Thursday, January 8, 1998, in the Jerns Funeral Chapel and the Funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 9, 1998, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church followed by burial in Bayview Cemetery. The services will be celebrated by Father Patrick Freitag. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday. The arrangements are services are under the direction of Jerns Funeral Chapel of Bellingham.

TOOKER, Raymond - A memorial service for Raymond T. Tooker of Mount Vernon will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at First United Methodist Church in Mount Vernon. Mr. Tooker died Friday, Sept. 19, 1997, at Mira Vista Care Center in Mount Vernon. He was 82. Born Feb. 22, 1915, to Robert and Carrie Tooker in Omak, he and his family moved to Bellingham in 1924. A graduate of Fairhaven High School, he served in the Army in the South Pacific during World War II. A salesman for Bellingham Auto Parts, Macs Products and Snap-On Tools, Mr. Tooker enjoyed rock hounding and landscape paining. He married Eleanor Florence of Bellingham; they divorced. He later married Ruby Sundean, who survives at the family home. Other survivors include daughter Sharon DeWispelaere of Bellingham, son Larry Tooker of Bellingham, stepson Don Sundean of La Conner, brother William Tooker of Bellingham, five grandchildren, six stepgrandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Hawthorne Funeral Chapel, Mount Vernon.

TORGERSON, Mildred C., age 86 of Bellingham, WA, passed away Tues., May 6, 1997 in Bellingham. She was born May 5, 1911 in Bellingham to Bruce S. & Lucy (Wood) Haynes. A life resident of Bellingham, was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Sons of Norway, Bellingham Senior Center and the Druzea Club. Survived by husband Rudolph; daughter, Anna Carlson of Bellingham; step-son, Charles D. Torgerson of Italy; step-daughter, Judy Aanestad of Bellingham; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services Mon., May 12, 1997, 1:00 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church with Rev. Marvin Knutzen officiating. Burial Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation Sat. May 10, 1997 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. and Mon., May 12 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

TORGERSON, Rudolph - A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. John's Lutheran Church for Rudolph "Rudy" Torgerson of Bellingham. Burial will follow at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Torgerson died Thursday, Oct. 9, 1997. He was 87. Born Dec. 8, 1909, in Milan, Minn., to Daniel and Amanda Torgerson, he was a resident of Whatcom County for 61 years. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Sons of Norway, Bellingham Senior Center and Washington Old Time Fiddlers. Survivors include daughter Judy Aanestad of Bellingham, son Charles D. Torgerson of Italy, step-daughter Anna Carlson of Bellingham, a brother, four sisters, eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.

TOWNSEND, Donald K., 76, Maple Falls, died Wednesday (Dec. 7, 1983). He was born in 1907 in Colorado, and had been a Whatcom County resident since 1962. He worked with the U. S. Forest Service at Glacier, and was a member of the Assembly of God Church at Maple Falls. He is survived by one son, two daughters, one brother, two sisters and two grandchildren. Graveside services are at 2 p.m. today at Greenacres Memorial Park. Pastor A. C. Sund will officiate. Jerns & LeVeck Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

TRACY, Mary - Visitation for Mary Tracy, 92, of Bellingham will be from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at Westford Funeral Home. She died Wednesday, June 18, 1997. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Salvation Army. Mrs. Tracy was born February 4, 1905, in St. Louis, Mo., to Sylvester and Louisa Jones. She grew up there and, at an early age, worked in a textile mill. She married Orville Tracy on Aug. 22, 1922, in East St. Louis. He husband worked for a railroad. In 1928, they moved to Inglewood, Calif. They became members of the Salvation Army in 1931 and for the next 25 years conducted "Children's Church" on Saturday afternoons. They held leadership positions for senior and youth groups and performed social-service work. She also was chief cook at the Salvation Army Camp in Malibu, Calif., for 15 years. During World War II, Mrs. Tracy worked at Northrup Aircraft plant in Inglewood. The Tracys were commissioned as Salvation Army Auxiliary Captains in 1957 and were appointed to begin a church in Santa Maria, Calif., where they served for 10 years. Mrs. Tracy enjoyed taking gift baskets and flowers to nursing homes and care centers. She also enjoyed teaching, singing, cooking, embroidery and crochet. After her husband died, she lived with her daughter for 18 years before entering a Bellingham nursing home. She was preceded in death by her father in 1905; and by her husband. Survivors include her son, Lee Tracy of San Diego; daughter Martha Majors of Bellingham; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.

TRAIN, George Francis, of 858 E. Smith Road died Thursday, March 20, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 75. Born Jan. 1, 1922, in Toronto, he was a local resident since 1993. An ironworker, Mr. Train was involved in the construction of Disneyland. He was a member of Amiga Computer Users Group and enjoyed genealogy, computer graphics, gardening and reading. Survivors include daughters Evelyn Zenesky and Sandra Eichelkraut, both of Bellingham; son Frank Train of Keaau, Hawaii, and Jim Train of Conchas, N.M.; brothers Alf Train and Stan Train, both of Toronto; sister Myra Buchowski of Toronto; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.

TRAMES, Mary - A funeral for Mary Trames of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church. Burial will be in Bayview Cemetery. Services willl be at 7 p.m. Thursday at Westford Funeral Home. Mrs. Trames died Saturday, Feb. 15, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 84. She was born Jan. 12, 1913 in Gravia, Greece, to Vasilios and Anthula Christodoulou. After her marriage to Gust Trames on July 2, 1933, the two came to the United States and made their home in Bellingham. The Trames owned and operated Royal Inn Restaurant for many years. Mrs. Trames was a founder of the Bellingham Greek Orthodox Church, a charter member of the Greek Women's Auxiliary, and a member of Philoptochos. She was preceded in death by her husband and a son, Tom Trames. Survivors include son Bill Trames of Concord, Calif., daughter Tula Canoy of Bellingham, sister Georgia Papvasiliu of Gravia, niece Anna Rakur of Seattle, one grandchild (Craig Trames and wife Cynthia of Portland), one great-grandchild (Arianna Trames of Portland) and numerous other nieces and nephews.

TRAMMELL, Thomas J. – A celebration of life to honor Thomas Jay Trammell of Seattle, formerly of Bellingham, will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at BlueWater Bistro in Seattle. Mr. Trammell died Saturday, Dec. 9, 2000 in Seattle. He was 66. Born April 29, 1934, to Luther and Violet (Sahlin) Trammell in Mount Vernon, he grew up in Bellingham and graduated in 1953 from Bellingham High School. In 1953, he left Bellingham and joined the U.S. Air force. Following his military service, he worked as a deputy sheriff in Skagit County and attended college there. He later began working for Boeing Co., where he continued to work until he retired. He had a passion for maritime history and museum studies and volunteered many hours at the Puget Sound Maritime Society and at the Museum of History and Industry in Seattle while attending museum courses at the University of Washington. Survivors include his son Luther Trammell of Seattle. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home near Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TRAPEUR, Gudrun A. - Visitation for Gudrun A. Trapeur of Everson will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. A graveside funeral will follow at 2 p.m. at Ten Mile Cemetery, with the Rev. Richard DeRitter officiating. Mrs. Trapeur died Saturday, July 3, 1999, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 91. Born Oct. 19, 1907, in Milan, Minn., to Gerhard and Sigrid (Lunden) Gunderson, she moved to Alberta, Canada, with her family when she was 5. She married her first husband, William Isert, in Alberta in 1926. A few months after her husband died in 1935, her young son Dale died. Mrs. Gudrun and her surviving children, Lyle and Joyce, moved to Whatcom County in 1938. One year later, she married Walter Trapeur in Bellingham. He died in 1981. Mrs. Gudrun raised animals, vegetables and shrubs on her Ten Mile farm for 53 years. A member of Washington Tree Farms Association and New Life Fellowship, she supported many orphans through World Vision. She also was preceded in death by sisters Selma Westby, Grace Winbolt and Anne Dykers. Survivors include sons Lyle Isert of Burlington and Dahl Trapeur of Cle Elum; daughters Joyce Keiviet of Oak Harbor and Carolyn Rustand of Lynden; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; brothers Obert Gunderson of Edmonton, Alberta, Walter "Grandpa Gundy" Gunderson of Bellingham and Dan Gunderson of Williams Lake, B.C.; sisters Leah Torkelson of Stanwood, Ruth Bakke of Burlington and Hilda Tamman of Mount Vernon; and numerous other relatives.

TREAT, Donald E., Jr., passed away on November 8, 2003, at the age of 52, in Spokane, WA. He was born in Berlin, Germany, on October 25, 1951. During his youth, he was active and excelled in many different types of sports. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1969, attended WWU, and served as a member of the Naval Air Reserve. At age 24, he was diagnosed with schizophrenia, and was a paraplegic the last 14 years of his life. He was a devoted Catholic. Donald, Jr., was preceded in death by his sister Jo Angela Treat in 1973 and his mother Mary Jo Treat in 1994. He is survived by his father Donald E. Treat, Sr., and his wife Barbara Bristol-Treat, his sister Rebecca Lynn Treat of Portland, OR; brothers Joseph Guy Treat and his wife Deborah Longfellow Treat and family of Bellingham, WA; Matthew David Treat and his wife Teri Lathrop Treat of Bellingham, WA; Edward Ritchie Treat and his wife Karen Knudson Treat and family of Oak Grove, MN; Jeffrey Stephen Treat of Spokane, WA; and Adam Thompson Treat of Kirkland, WA; plus numerous nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be held at Jones|Moles Funeral Home at 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 21, 2003.

TRECKER, Frances Maude - On the most spectacular Easter Sunday morning April 11, 2004, Frances Maude (Mark) Trecker, age 92, went home to be with her Lord and Savior. With the songbirds celebrating a life well done, and family gathered around, her gentle sour passed into heaven. As a lifetime resident of Bellingham, WA, Frances was born Nov. 14, 1911 to Matthew & Maude (Adams) Mark. As a child she grew up in the family home on Humboldt Street. She and her brothers Charles (Chuck) and Raymond attended Sunnyland Elementary and graduated from Whatcom High School, August 2, 1930. Frances married Carl F. Trecker and together they raised three children. She once said that her favorite time in life was when she had the honor of opening their eyes to the wonder of all God's creations.
Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Carl; brother Chuck & wife Wilma Mark; and grandson Brook Trecker. She is survived by her son Martreck (Marty) and wife Diane (Dee) Trecker; daughter Marlene & husband Del Wolf, and Diane I. Trecker. Also survived by grandchildren Sonja & husband Brad Benjamin, Steve & wife Tanya Wolf, Jennifer & husband John Young, Stanley & wife Trina Wolf, and Mark Dawson; 10 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Frances, a talented young lady, played many musical instruments including the ukulele, piano, church organ, accordion, and many more. And her love of singing expanded from church choir as a child and ended with the Silver Bells at the Senior Center. When Frances was in her forties, she went back to school and became a Licensed Practical Nurse. She worked at St. Luke's Hospital until her retirement at the age of 65. Her caring and kindness of the patients was exemplary. In her fifties, Frances decided to learn how to water and snow ski. She was still waterskiing at age 70, but by then had gone back to 2 skis! Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Thursday, April 15 from 9-1. Service Thursday, April 15, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. at Westford Funeral Home.

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TRENTMAN, Charles Edward, age 84, passed away at his home Sat. Dec. 10, 2005. He was born on November 6, 1921 in Kalispell, Montana, to Cletus and Grace Trentman. He was raised in Sedro Woolley. He studied at UPS for 1 1/2 years majoring in music. Worked at Skagit Steel in Sedro Woolley for 4 years and received his apprenticeship as a machinist. He served in the Navy during WWII for 2 years. He then went to Western and got his teaching degree in music. When going to Wester he met the love of his life "Darlene" and they married in 1950. He did his first teaching in Ferndale, then Shuksan, and a few other grace schools in Bellingham, B-Band at BHS, and Sehome. He also worked at Yeagers' on weekends and after school while teaching. During summers he commercial fished (reef netting) over 32 years at Lummi Island. He leaves his two sons, Robert (Eileen), Ronald (Debbie), three grandsons, Ryan, Colby and Connor and his sister, Dorothy Osborne. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 17, 2005 at Jerns Funeral Chapel, 800 E, Sunset Drive, Bellingham, with Pastor Skip Suess officiating.

TRICKETT, Robert Kenneth – A memorial service for Robert "Just Plain Bob" Kenneth Trickett of Yuma, Ariz., formerly of Bellingham, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Sunset Vista Funeral Home in Yuma, with the Rev. Tony Gonzalez, of the Victory Community Church officiating. Mr. Trickett died Wednesday, June 28, 2000. He was 61. Mr. Trickett was born July 28, 1938 to Kenneth and Maxine Trickett in Morgantown, W.Va. Mr. Trickett worked as a Kirby distributor in Bellingham for 20 years before moving to Yuma 10 years ago. After moving to Yuma, he became active in real estate and the mobile home industry. He worked for Jacobson Companies until he died. He had a passion for salmon fishing, and, while living in Bellingham, he enjoyed fishing in the San Juan Islands. His daughter Bobbie Trickett died previously. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughter Serena Koogle of Yuma; sons Thomas Trickett of Bellingham, Ian Trickett of Mount Vernon, Jeff Andrews of Yuma and Randy Andrews of Farmington, NM; 14 grandchildren; and many other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TRIPLETT, Eleta S. of Bellingham, passed away Jan. 12, 1998 at St. Joseph's Hospital at age 80. She was born on May 7th, 1917 in Maple Falls, WA to Joe & Mary Bowser. She married Norman Triplett on Nov. 22, 1940 and was a life time resident of Whatcom County. Eleta, and her husband were very active members of the BPOE. She worked as a cosmetologist and then in retail sales at the Bon Marche. When her husband retired they spent ma[n]y years traveling across the U.S. in their motorhome and wintered in Apache Junction, AZ. She loved to play golf and was on many bowling leagues. She also loved being with her family and friends. Eleta was preceded in death by her husband Norm Triplett, her daughter Lannis Stevenson and her sister Billie Hamblin. She leaves to survive her daughter Sandra Gitts and husband Glenn of Bellingham, her daughter Kathy Minaker of Seattle. Grandchildren Robert West, Michele McNamee, Heidi Carpenter Aleisha Gitts, and Migna Minaker, and 3 great-grandchildren. A memorial will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Bellingham on Sat. 17, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. with Father John Gibb officiating. Interment will be at Bayview Cemetery.

TROASTLE, Robert Michael, age 57 of Bellingham, died October 23, 1997 at his residence. He was born February 1, 1940 in Cheyenne, Wyoming to Joseph K. and Zelda B. (Stahly) Troastle. He graduated from the University of Wyoming in 1964 and was a Registered Professional Engineer in Washington, Colorado and Alaska. Mike worked for more than 33 years in Civil and Structural Engineering for the Consulting firms of Sterns-Roger and VECO Engineering (formerly Hallanger Engineers, Davy McKee and Christenson Engineering). Mike had a very interesting and impressive career, working in the positions of responsibility on projects ranging from missile silos to huge coal-fired power plants, and from oil field production facilities to refinery expansions, with lots of other challenges in between. He was a member of AISI and ACI. Preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Ron Troastle. Mike leaves to survive his wife Odessa Cooper-Troastle; daughter Heather McKay-Troastle of Denver, CO; sister-in-law Victoria Ann Troastle; niece Katherine Timm and nephew Dave Troastle all of Chayenne (sic). Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

TROMP, Bernard, was born October 23, 1912 to Dutch immigrants Peter and Catherine Tromp. He was the 9th of 11 children. He grew up in Laurel, Oregon and married Lidwina Jasper in Aberdeen on October 11, 1937. Bernard moved to Bellingham afterwards. He was a member of Assumption Church since he moved to Bellingham, and also a member of the Local 239 Machinists. He was preceded in death by his parents six sisters three brothers and his wife, Lidwina, who passed away in 1996. He is survived by three daughters Catherine of Bellingham, Alice (Ken) Quam of Mt. Vernon, and Irene (Jack) Mitchell of Seattle three grandchildren, Kris, Sarah, & Jacob Quam. Also survived by his brother Bill (Marge) Tromp of Portland, OR. Bernard worked at Bellingham Shipyards during WWII and at Uniflite for over 25 years. He enjoyed gardening and woodworking in retirement. He could fix anything, and was always willing to help others. Since 2001, he was a resident of the Cottage at Highgate House. There he loved to sing and play his harmonica. His happy spirit will be sorely missed. He passed away at St. Joseph Hospital September 6, 2003. Roses are red, violets are blue, you were so special, and we'll always miss you. A visitation will be held Wednesday, September 10 at Westford Funeral Home from 12 -5:00 p.m. A Prayer Vigil will follow at Westford Funeral Home at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening. The Funeral Services will be held at Assumption Church at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 11, followed by a Graveside Service at Bayview Cemetery. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Broadway at Eldridge.

TROTTIER, Jessica Marie, age 24, was called home to Heaven on July 22, 2007. Her smile and laughter will be greatly missed by her parents, Al and Mary; her siblings Don, Andrea, Valerie, Nicolle, Mike, Katie, Lindsay and her extended family who loved her very much. We wish to express our deepest gratitude to the Madrona doctors and to all the nurses and staff at St. Joseph Hospital. At her request, there will be no service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TROTTNER, Joseph A. of Bellingham, WA, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 78 and a former resident of Orcas Island. He was born July 12, 1919, in Wabasha, MN, to Francis and Helen Welp Trottner. During World War II, he served with the 10th Combat Engineer Battalion, 3rd Infantry. In 1947, he married Eleanor Wennes in Minneapolis, MN. Mr. Trottner was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Catherine Broding and Mildred Joria. Survivors include his wife Eleanor, sons, Joseph Paul and wife Maria Trottner of Colorado Springs, CO, David and wife Terry Trottner of Bellingham; daughters Nancy Trottner and husband Len Schreiner of Seattle, Teresa and husband Mike Flaherty of Bellingham; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 5 sisters, Mary Ellen Trottner of West Allis, WI, Dorothy Fowler of Bellingham, Margaret Dineen of West Allis, WI, Carol Bastain of Greenfield, WI, Olive Steward of Hayward, CA; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 15, 1997 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with the Reverend Jay DeFalco, Celebrant. A private burial will be at Bayview Cemetery. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

TROUTMAN, Harry W., of 1011 High Street, passed away at the family home Saturday, September 22, (1951). Mr. Troutman had resided in this community for the past 44 years; was a civil engineer and had attended the Episcopal Church. He leaves to survive his widow, Dora L. at home; one son, H. Leland, of Bellingham; one daughter, Mrs. Blanche Burnett, of San Francisco, Calif.; four grandchildren. Remains rest at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where private services will be conducted by the Rev. Canon E. B. Smith Tuesday, September 25, at 10:30 a.m. Cremation.

TRUNKEY, Jane Constance, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Hansen of Blaine, passed away at a Bellingham hospital June 27, (1956) at the age of 50 years. Mrs. Trunkey resided in Bellingham and had been a life resident of that community. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal church and the St. Anne's guild and a member of Chuckanut chapter of the Orthopedic guild. Other survivors include the husband, Herbert C. and one son, William F., both at the family home; and one brother, Ernest W. Hansen of Bellingham. Services were conducted at St. Paul's Episcopal church June 29 by Father W. Robert Webb. Final resting place in Bay View.
(From The Blaine Journal, July 5, 1956) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.

TRUSCHEL, Selma Alvina, age 87, of Bellingham passed away Saturday August 16, 1997, at home. She was born July 15, 1910, in Sabin, MN to Friedrich and Katharina (Ahrens) Lass and lived in Whatcom County for the past five years. She married William Louis Truschel on Oct. 11, 1941, in Yuma, AZ and he preceded her in death on Jan. 24, 1992. A loving wife, mother, Mrs. Truschel enjoyed both knitting and gardening. Survived by son and daughter-in-law Louis and Judy Truschel of Ferndale, WA; granddaughter, Angela Cvetkovich of Bellingham, WA; grandson Jeff Truschel of Issaquah, WA and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 19, 6-8 p.m., at Greenacres Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 1997, at 1:00 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park, to be followed by a 2:00 p.m. memorial service at Redeemer Lutheran Church, with Pastor Richard Husman officiating. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.

TUCKER, Gladys M., died Saturday, Oct. 25, 1997, at Christian Health Care Center. She was 89. At her request, no service will be held. Her ashes will be placed in New Tacoma Cemetery. Born April 30, 1908, to Louis and Sophia Johnson in Tacoma, she lived in Whatcom County since 1994. She married Floyd E. Tucker Jan. 17, 1931, in Tacoma. He died in 1970. Mrs. Tucker was also preceded in death by sister Lois Mueller and brother Russell Johnson. Survivors include daughters Karen Jameson of Ferndale and Judy Drysdale of Tacoma, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.

TUCKER, Ron, age 47, passed away peacefully in the arms of his loving wife, Polla Tucker at St. Joseph Hospital on Saturday, November 26, 2005. Ron is survived by his wife Polla; stepchildren Dominick, April, Sarah, Johnny, Sandra, Thomas and Katrinka; grandchildren Mia, Cheyenne, Madison and Monika; mother Zeata; brothers Gary and Mike; along with numerous nephews, nieces and other relatives. Ron is preceded in death by his father, Russell, and brother, Craig. Ronny's love for helping people, working on cars, puttering around the farm and love of animals will be missed by all that were lucky enough to know this incredible, loving soul. A Memorial Service will be held December 6, 2005 at 12 p.m. at Jerns Funeral Chapel. The family has asked you to join them in the celebration of Ronny's life with a potluck.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Dec 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawton.

TUCKER, Thomas M. - A memorial service for Thomas Mumaw Tucker of Marysville, formerly of Bellingham, was held March 6 at Marysville United Methodist Church. Mr. Tucker died Monday, Feb 28, 2000, in Marysville. He was 94. Born Feb. 24, 1906 in Burlington, he grew up in Eastern Washington. In 1926, he earned his teaching certificate from Bellingham Normal School (now Western Washington University) and began teaching in Cedardale. In 1929 he met Gunhilde Sather and they later married. Mr. Tucker taught in Milltown, Neah Bay and Goldbar before becoming a math teacher at Edmonds High School. He later served as an elementary principal in Mukilteo for three years. Mr. Tucker earned a bachelor's degree in 1932 and a master's degree in 1946 from the University of Washington. In 1946, he became a member of the founding faculty at Everett Junior College, where he was a teacher and manager of the bookstore until 1967. In addition to his 41-year career as an educator, Mr. Tucker also worked part-time on a fish trap, farm and bottling plant and at a funeral home, Standard Oil Refinery and Federal Reserve Bank. He also worked as a night fisher and sold insurance and real estate. Mr. Tucker also was a founder of the Snohomish County Teachers Credit Union and served as a member of the Edmonds City Council in the 1950s. Mr. Tucker was an active member of Edmonds Methodist Church and its choir until 1959, when he moved to Marysville. He was involved with work at Marysville Methodist Church, Friends of Marysville Library and Kiwanis. The Kiwanis honored him with the Kiwanis Fellow Award. He enjoyed reading about art, poetry, mathematics, religion, politics, travel and fiction, especially works by Louis L'Amour. He loved to travel and had visited every U.S. state as well as Canada, Mexico and Europe. Survivors include his wife of 70 years of Marysville; daughters Marilyn Richardson and Judy Johnston, both of Bellingham, Patty Raichle of Kent and Dorothy Railston of Yakima; sisters Gwendolyn McKee, Mary Ester Olson, both of Seattle; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home of Marysville.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TUPPER, Margaret Enid was born September 10, 1919 in Barbados B.W.I., to Gerald Manning MD and Mabel Robinson Manning. She died in her sleep while surrounded and comforted by family on September 18, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital, Bellingham. Margaret married James A. Tupper MD during WWII. Following the war, they lived in Seattle and Edmonds. Margaret lived her last several years in Lynden. Margaret will be remembered as a determined and indomitable force; she raised seven sons, operated her own international tour company and lived life with grace, wit and humor. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Jim, sister Elaine Muir, brother Charles Manning, and grandson Sam. She is survived by her sister Mary Wilkinson, sons and daughters-in-law Christopher (Barbara), Jeremy (Virginia), Adrian, Finis (Pamela), Geoffrey (Nancy), James (Suzanne), Mark (Elizabeth), former daughter-in-law Jeanine Maars, and fifteen grandchildren Ian James, Melissa, Annatress, Seth, Jessica, Ian, Trevor, Thane, Tove, James, Charles Norey, Emma, Zachary, Elaine, Jacob and many beloved nephews and nieces in England, Barbados, Canada and the United States who have been a great comfort and joy to her. At Margaret's request, there will be no service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Sep 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TURK, Hal - A funeral for Hal Turk of College Place, formerly of Bellingham, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home, with the Rev. Heather Mordhorst officiating. A graveside service will follow immediately at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mr. Turk died Sunday, July 18, 1999, at SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation Center of Walla Walla, in College Place. He was 80. Born Dec. 29, 1918, to Lester and Rosella (Steiffins) Turk in North Dakota, he lived in Bellingham from 1943 to 1965. He also lived in Lynnwood before moving to Everett, where he lived for 15 years. He lived in College Place the past three years. He married Mary Munroe Vroman in 1959. She died in 1961. He married Emma Bland on June 22, 1992, in Reno, Nev. Mr. Turk worked as a painting contractor in the Lynnwood and Everett areas until his retirement. He later managed the appliance departments at the Lynnwood and Everett K-Mart stores. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughter Cherylene Bartholomew of Renton; step-daughter Colleen Nilsson of Milton-Freewater, Ore.; stepson Fred Bland of Kirkland; one grandchild; six step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Chapel Inc. of Walla Walla.

TURNER, Adam - Pioneer resident of Bellingham for the past 68 years, Adam Turner, 88, 2606 Woburn street, died in a local hospital Wednesday (May 10, 1950) following a lingering illness. Mr. Turner was born in Ohio, residing there until 1882, when he moved west settling in Bellingham. For several years he had been custodian at the old Eureka school, now known as the Roosevelt school. He also worked for the city water department for a number of years. Mr. Turner was a member of the Whatcom County Old Settler's association. Surviving relatives include four sons, Ed Lewis, and Mervin, all of Bellingham, and Raymond, of Vancouver, Wash.; and three daughters, Mrs. John LaFreniere, and Mrs. Earl Farrow, both of this city, and Mrs. Zenith Webb, of San Francisco. Funeral arrangements are pending at the Westford-Beck funeral Home.

TURNER, Charles – At his request, there will be no services for Charles "Fred" Turner of Bellingham. Mr. Turner died Friday, June 16, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 86. Born July 2, 1913 in Shelbyville, MO, he served in the Army Air Corps for five years during World War II. Mr. Turner worked as a truck driver for Shell Oil Corp for 36 years. Mr. Turner was a lifetime member of the American Legion. He enjoyed fishing and traveling in his RV. Survivors include his wife, Ida (Radke) Turner of Bellingham; brother Elbert Turner of Belfair; and stepsons David Schlecht of Bellingham and Paul Schlecht of Seattle. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TURNER, Cleo Thomas, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph Hospital on January 7, 2002. Funeral services will be held Sat., Jan. 12, 1 p.m., in Greenacres Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor David Erickson officiating. Bellingham American Legion, Albert J. Hamilton Post #7, will provide military honors on Mon., Jan. 14, 2002 at Greenacres Memorial Park. Cleo was born January 27, 1914, in Spokane, WA. In 1934, he moved to the Bellingham area where he met his living wife of 65 years, Lydia (Dumler). Cleo worked as a logger in his earlier years and in 1942 he took a position as a Greyhound bus driver. He loved his wife and was with Greyhound for 36 years. Upon retirement, Cleo was able to enjoy his extracurricular activities that included fishing, boating, camping and family outings. He was an avid Seattle Seahawks fan and loved to follow their games closely. He was a very devoted family man and loved his family dearly. Because of his love for all people, he was considered a father to many. Cleo was preceded in death by his daughter, Patti-Jo Turner, in February 1996. He is survived by his beloved wife, Lydia; brother, Martin Turner; sister, Thelma Mezo; daughters, Peggy Kuipers and Mary Turner-Whiting; son, Richard Turner; grandchildren, Bill Kuipers, Lane Kuipers, Tony Turner and Derek Turner and numerous great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces. Cleo will be deeply missed by many. Greenacres Funeral Home & Crematorium.

TURNER, Glen M. of Bellingham passed away November 11 at the age of 83. He was born in Sumas to James and Amanda (Wilson) Turner on February 8, 1922. Glen is survived by daughters Gwen and Tamora Turner, stepdaughter JoAnne Pine, and his sister Beany Ferry and brother-in-law Frank. He was preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Dorothy (Davis), sister Madeline Haugen, brother Fred, and stepsons Paul and Jerry Davis. Glen and Dorothy had 11 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Glen graduated from Nooksack High School in 1939 and began a military career in the Army Air Corps in 1940. He was stationed in the Philippines when the Japanese invaded, but refused to surrender. He spent the next 40 months as a guerrilla fighter along with a handful of other soldiers. After the war, Glen transferred to the newly formed Air Force, retiring in 1970. He spent the last several years of his career as a B-52 crew chief. After retiring, Glen stayed busy with a variety of jobs. He worked as a private investigator, delivered documents for Whatcom Medical Bureau, and he owned and operated his own implement repair business. Glen had been a member of the American Legion, Moose Lodge, and Elks Club. There will be a celebration of Glen's life on Saturday, Nov 19 at 2-4 p.m. at the home of Kim and Charlie Smith in Bellingham. Donations may be made to the Bellingham Lighthouse Mission.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Nov 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TURNER, Ida Madgelena of Bellingham, WA, passed away on Friday, July 9, 2004, in Bellingham. She was 92, born August 17, 1911 to Magdelena (Keller) and Karl Radke in Logan County, North Dakota. Ida was preceded in death by her husband Charles F. Turner, her son Marvin Schlecht, and daughter Verona (Vicki) Auby. She is survived by her son Paul Schlecht of Seattle and son David Schlecht and wife Kathryn of Bellingham; granddaughters Diane Murphy, Kimberly (Schlecht) Nurding, Cindy Evanger, Elaine O'Hora, Dawn Marie Scurlock; and grandsons Steven Schlecht and Kurt Schlecht and wife Carol. Ida was born and raised on a farm in Logan County, North Dakota. Her parents were German-Russian immigrants who farmed the land. Ida learned at the early age of nine to drive, and by herself would drive to town delivering grain or picking up supplies. Living in a German-speaking community, she learned to read and write both German and English. The luxury of a formal education ended at ninth grade due to demands of farming. Ida married Christ Schlecht at an early age. The lure of good-paying jobs resulted in the family moving to Everett and later Anacortes. Ida met and married her second husband Charles (Fred) Turner in 1953. She and Fred started RVing in a 13-foot trailer and most weekends would find them at camp-grounds where fishing was good. Upon retirement and for 22 years, they would winter in Desert Hot Springs (now in a 35-foot motorhome). Many friends were made at the RV parks and each year was like homecoming. Since Fred & #39's death a few years ago, Ida has continued to live alone. Being an independent person, she never wanted to become a burden to anyone. Her last two weeks required her to be hospitalized due to a failing heart. You gave so much to others, now rest in peace.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Jul 2004) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TURNER, Patti-Jo, age 36 of Sumas, WA, passed away Feb. 18, 1997 in Sumas. Patti-Jo was born March 9, 1960 in Bellingham, WA to Cleo Thomas and Lydia Elizabeth (Dumler) Turner. A lifetime Whatcom County resident, she enjoyed collecting horses and camping and fishing. She is survived by her son Derek Ryan Turner, of Bellingham; her Goddaddy, Fred Custer of Walla Walla, WA; her close friend, Ed Lykins, of Sumas; her parents, Cleo and Lydia Turner of Bellingham; her brother, Richard Turner, of California; her two sisters, Peggy Pate of Tacoma and Mary J. Ross-Turner of Abbotsford, B.C., Canada; one niece and four nephews. A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 25, 1997, at Greenacres Cemetery with Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. The arrangements and services are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.

TURNER, Willa Shutts, age 87, died June 11, 1997 in Everett. She was born February 21, 1910 in Orland, Indiana to Charles H. and Lucy (Shutts) Turner. Willa was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and was a traveler. Beloved mother, grandmother and aunt, she is survived by a daughter Deborah Fonceca of Everett, granddaughter Kathryn Bovey and family in Orland, Indiana. No services will be held. Arrangements are under the direction of Solie Funeral Home, Everett, Washington.

TUSSING, Isaac E., Maple Falls, passed away at his home Tuesday (June 11, 1940) at the age of 62 years. He is survived by four sons, George and Henry, Athol, Ida., Walter, in Oregon, and Samuel, Glacier; eight daughters, Mrs. Lola Justice, Carbon, Ida., Mrs. Josephine Wear, Elberton, Wash., Mrs. Anna Capes, Maple Falls, Mrs. Virgin Atkinson, Glacier, Mrs. Inez Shields, Bellingham, and Dollie Tussing, Maple Falls; his mother, Mrs. Nancy Tussing, Maple Falls; two sisters, Mrs. Hattie Creekmore, Oklahoma, and Mrs. Mary A. Sooter, Bellingham; four brothers, George and William, Napa, Ida., Marion, Maple Falls, and Benjamin, Sedro-Woolley. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in the Gillies mortuary, Sumas, followed by interment there.

TWADDLE, Eben III - A memorial service for Eben "Spike" Twaddle III of Samish Island will be at 2 p.m. today at Bow Cemetery with the Rev. Sidney Porter officiating. Mr. Twaddle died of cancer at home Wednesday, Aug. 27, 1997. He was 66. Born Sept. 17, 1930, to Eben and Ethel Hickson Twaddle in Reno, he graduated from Reno-Sparks High School in 1948. Mr. Twaddle served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Korea during the Korean War. He married Jeanne Andersen on Aug. 13, 1955, in Los Angeles. After working for Rohr Aircraft Co. in Riverside, Calif., for 10 years, he moved to Sedro-Woolley. Mr. Twaddle lived in Whatcom County and worked at ARCO Products Co.'s Cherry Point refinery for many years, retiring in 1985. He enjoyed remodeling houses, gardening and working outdoors. Survivors include his wife; son Eben Twaddle IV of Sedro-Woolley; daughters Terry Porter of Mountain Home, Idaho, and Tanya Simpson of Sedro-Woolley; sisters Beverly Tamaso and Shirley Chubb, both of Sparks, Nev.; and eight grandchildren. Arrangements are by Hulbush Funeral Home in Burlinton.

TWADDLE, Marie – At her request, there will be no service for Marie "Mary" (Gryschuk) Twaddle of Blaine. Mrs. Twaddle died Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2000 at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center in Blaine. She was 75. Born July 10, 1925 to Bill and Ann (Tryschuk) Gryschuk in Trail, B.C., she was a Whatcom County resident for 13 years. On July 17, 1944 she married James Twaddle in Trail and they had lived in various places around the world. Survivors include her husband of the family home; sons David Twaddle of Calgary, Alberta, and Donald Twaddle of England; and two grandchildren Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 13 Oct 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TWEED, Betty Louise passed away on August 17, 2007, at age 79. She survived the depression as a child, moving throughout the Midwest with her baker father, Chauncey Parker, mother Sina, sisters Patt and Dikko, and brother Jerry. In 1942 they moved to Edmonds, WA, where she lived until 1971. Her grandsons have fond childhood memories of visiting her in Seattle and going on all kinds of adventures, mostly at the Seattle Center. She spoiled them completely when they were little, including buying them ice cream sodas from Woolworth's for breakfast. Besides her family, Betty Lu loved ladybugs, animals (especially cats), children, clocks, decorating, beautiful scenery, music, fish and chips, and chocolate. Personal style was her passion. She matched shoes, purse, and jewelry to each and every outfit she owned. She was a beautiful woman and to the last had gorgeous, smooth skin. Betty shone with grave and compassion. If someone admired a ring on her finger or the coat on her back, she was as likely to slip it off and give it to them as not. She liked to "adopt" grandchildren. If a young man reminded her one of her grandsons, she would ask him if he needed a grandma, and then slip him some money. She also loved and "adopted" two girls from Church – Sarah and Kayla. Betty encircled her daughter's stepchildren in her love as well. Betty moved to Bellingham in 1998. She volunteered for a year as a teacher's aide for the Head Start Program, positively affecting many families and children. Betty Lu was a member of the LDS Church and loved to cook for the missionaries. If too ill to cook, she provided the ingredients so her daughter could. Betty was preceded in death by her baby brother Benny, her parents, and Ed – her beau of 30 years. She leaves her only child, Deborah Royal, and beloved son-in-law, Bill Royal, both of Bellingham; the grandsons she adored – Kelly Ockinga, of Portland, OR and Justin Ockinga (Lisa) soon to be of Munich. Her presence will be missed. Betty Louise requested no funeral services.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 26 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.

TWIST, Bertha S. of Bellingham died at home Monday, Nov. 10, 1997. She was 50. A memorial service will be held later. Born Jan. 9, 1947, to Robert and Margaret Thuirer Carter in Spencer, Iowa, she lived in Whatcom County for eight years. Ms. Twist was a talented pianist, teacher and graphic artist. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.

TYAS, LuBelle - Former Whatcom County resident LuBelle Tyas, 83, died Sunday (July 26, 1981) in Corvallis, Ore. She was born May 15, 1898, in Frazier Bottom, W.Va., and moved to Washington in 1911. She married William Tyas at Mount Vernon on Oct. 20, 1919. They farmed in Whatcom County for many years before his death in 1968. She moved to Corvallis in 1969. She is survived by two sons, a daughter, a half-sister, a half-brother, eleven grandchildren, and 22 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m Wednesday at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park.

TYLER, Dr. Vernon O., Jr., age 68, of Bellingham, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Western Washington University, passed away on Friday, January 2, 1998 at home after a long illness. Dr. Tyler was born September 10, 1929, in Salem, Oregon. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from the University of Washington in 1951, and then joined the U.S. Army for service during the Korean War. After receiving his Master's Degree in 1956 and his Doctorate in Psychology from the University of Nebraska in 1960, Dr. Tyler was employed by the State of Washington as resident psychologist at the Fort Worden Diagnostic & Treatment Center, Port Townsend. He was appointed Chief Psychologist at Fort Worden in 1963, before joining the faculty at Western Washington University in 1965. Dr. Tyler retired from Western in October 1996 after 31 years on the faculty. Over the years, Dr. Tyler became a considerable world traveler. Among the places he visited, some several times, were Mexico, the Bahamas, the countries of Western and Eastern Europe, Russia, Greece, Uzbekistan, Tibet, Hong Kong, and China. He brought back numerous photographs which he was in the process of cataloging at the time of his death. He also enjoyed classical music, bicycling, skiing, and sailing. Dr. Tyler is survived by his wife, Caroline; two sons, Stephen, of Portland, Oregon, and Eric, of Bellingham; a daughter, Laura, of Walla Walla; his brother, Stephen, of Kirkland and sister, Kathleen, of Williams, Oregon; and his mother, Eleanor Whitford Tyler, of Kirkland. A memorial gathering in honor of Dr. Tyler is planned for July 4th in Sweet Home, Oregon.

TYNDALE, Marcelle Donaldson, at age 100, peacefully went to be with her Lord on March 17, 2005 at St. Francis Extended Health Care. She was born on Sept. 15, 1904. She was a loving, caring mother and homemaker, who expressed her Christian faith all love to all those around her. She enjoyed church activities and fellowship, sewing, painting pictures, and nature.
She grew up in Kentucky and married Edward J. Tyndale of New York in 1923. They lived in Washington, D. C. and for 40 years in San Diego, CA. After the passing of her husband of 60 years, she lived with her daughter Beth and son-in-law Ted Livingston, in Hawaii and moved to Bellingham with them in 1989.
She is survived by her son, Edward J. Tyndale, Jr. of San Diego, CA, daughter Elizabeth (Beth) Livingston, son-in-law, Ted Livingston, six grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Interment will be next to her husband in San Diego, CA.

TYRRELL, Alma of Sumas died at home Thursday, Aug. 21, 1997. She was 89. Private services were held. Born Feb. 17, 1908, to John and Anna Berg Munson in Bellingham, she attended schools here. She married Ernest Tyrrell on Sept. 11, 1926. They operated a dairy farm near Sumas. Survivors include her husband at the Christian Health Care Center, son Leo Tyrrell of Sumas and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.

TYRRELL, Leo Earl of Sumas died at home Monday, Jan. 12, 1998. He was 69. Burial will be at 1:15 p.m. Thursday in Sumas Cemetery. A funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Sumas Advent Christian Church, with the Rev. Jim Osborn officiating. Born July 21, 1928, to Ernest and Alma Munson Tyrrell in Sumas, he graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1947. Mr. Tyrrell served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Jan Edin-Nymeyer Jan. 31, 1981, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. A driver for Swans Moving and Storage in Bellingham for 20 years, he was a member of the Sumas American Legion. Mr. Tyrrell enjoyed fishing and collecting antique cars. Survivors include his wife, of the family home; son, Leo Tyrrell Jr. of Modesto, Calif.; daughter, Bridget Tyrrell of Tacoma; stepchildren Joe Jorgensen of Lynden, Jerry Jorgensen of Sumas, Kris Long of Burns Flat, Okla., Joe Goularte of Bremerton, Phil Goularte of San Diego and Jane Haerle of Monterey, Calif.; and his father, of Lynden. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.

TYRRELL, Luke F. (d. 17 Apr 1974)
LYNDEN - Funeral services for Luke F. Tyrell, 100, of Sumas will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday in the Sumas Advent Christian Church. Burial will be in Sumas Cemetery under the direction of Gillies Funeral Home. He died Wednesday. Mr. Tyrrell moved to Whatcom County in 1888 and was a retired farmer. Survivors include a son, Ernest of Sumas; daughters Mrs. Martha Woolf of Seattle, Mrs. Lilly Brown of Sumas and Mrs. Ella Wolfrum of Seattle; 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. (From The Bellingham Herald, April 18, 1974) Submitted by Karolyn Simpson

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