WADE, Ralph Kenneth of Bellingham died Saturday, Aug. 2, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 66. At his request, no service will be held. Born Aug. 4, 1930, to George and Lydia Atwood Wade in Cherryvale, Kan., he moved to Bellingham in 1978. Mr. Wade enjoyed music and telling stories. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Theodore, Raymond and George. Survivors include his daughter, Leatrice Ishan of Big Sandy, Texas; sister Edythe Hufford of Ottawa, Kan.; brother Raleigh Wade of Bellingham; two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WAGAR, Donald Wellman - A memorial service for Donald Wellman Wagar of Sedro-Woolley will be at 10:30 a.m. today at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with Gene Hatch officiating. Mr. Wagar died Thursday, June 12, 1997, at Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon. He was 69. Born Dec. 19, 1927, to Frederick and Eloise Jenkins Wagar in Bellingham, he moved to Skagit County in 1987. Mr. Wagar served in the Marine Corps during the 1940s and the Korean War. He married Blanche "BeBe" King on Oct. 10, 1975, in Lynden. A member of the American Legion, Mr. Wagar retired as a supervisor from the Whatcom County Road Department. He enjoyed traveling in his motor home, fishing, working on computers and building and remodeling his home. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Ronald Wagar of Ferndale and Roy Hinkle of Phoenix, Ariz.; daughters Cheri Wagar of Bellingham, Judy Brown of Mount Vernon and Nancy Hinkle of Bellingham; brother Richard Wagar of Lynden; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
WAGAR, Phillis Pearl died on Aug 21, 2007 in her home with her family. She was born to Donald and Elizabeth
Johnston on Oct 7, 1923. She was 83 when she passed. She is survived by son Ronald and daughter Cheri; three
grandchildren Shawn, Christina and Travis; six great-grandchildren, Crystal, Kanishya, Jade, Tiana, Taylor and
Tobais. She was a retired telephone operator of thirty years.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WAGNER, Glenn Snyder, age 86 of Bellingham, passed away January 20, 1998, at Alderwood Park Care Center. Mr. Wagner was born Sept. 11, 1911 in Snyder, Nebraska to August and Johanna Wagner. Glenn grew up on the family farm in Central City, Neb. In 1934 Nebraska suffered a devastating drought influencing Glenn's decision to enlist in the U.S. Navy. He served aboard various ships including the USS Pelias (Polly) during the bombing of Pearl Harbor. He separated from the Navy on March 18, 1957. Glenn then assumed employment with Western Washington College of Education from which he retired in 1962. He was a Master Mason, a member of the V.F.W., Fleet Reserve Association and the D.A.V. Glenn is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mina, of the family home; daughters, Cheryl and husband Jack Boring and Sharon Wagner; step-children, Barbara and husband Bob Barker, Warren Brester, Lloyd and his wife Gail Brester; his brother, Heber Wagner, of Nebraska; his sisters, Mildred of Nebraska, Irma of Texas and Clara of California; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday in the Jerns Funeral Chapel of Bellingham. A Military Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 23, 1998, at Greenacres Memorial Park followed by a reception at the family home. The arrangements and services are under the direction of Jerns Funeral Chapel, Bellingham.
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WAHL, Bertha Rosalin, age 102, died September 23, 1997. A Mass of Christian Burial will be recited by Fr. Patrick Freitag at Church of the Assumption, 12:15 p.m. Friday, September 26, 1997. Interment will follow at Bayview Cemetery. She was a member of Assumption Catholic Church and former member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She lived on Briar Road from 1936 to 1982. She was born in Waterville, Minnesota, April 12, 1895 to Alosi and Rosa (Lenhart) Hoschka. Preceding her in death was her husband Harold, who died in 1980, son Bernard and daughter Enda Mae. Bertha and Harold were married June 1, 1921 in Sacramento, California. She was a designer of hats and Harold was editorial cartoonist for the Sacramento Bee. They moved to Bellingham in 1927 to help his father J. B. Wahl manage Wahl's Department Store and Grand Theater through the depression years. Many nieces and nephews survive her of which; Dan Lindblom and wife Chong of Bellingham, John Riseland and wife Brenda of Ferndale, Terry Wahl and wife Robin of Bellingham, Lucille Krause of Waterville, MN and Mary Haney of Portland, OR. Arrangement by Westford Funeral Home.
WAHL, Richard E., passed away peacefully at home in Valley Village, California on August 18,(2001). Born in Bellingham, Washington, on November 13, 1932, Richard graduated from Bellingham High school, attended Western Washington University and graduated from the University of Washington. He was active in drama at all three schools. Richard worked in Seattle at radio stations KOMO and KIRO and later moved to Los Angeles where he spent the next 20 years working as a news reporter and correspondent for American Broadcasting. After retirement Richard taught journalism at California State College, Northridge, inspiring a new generation with his respect for the principles of broadcast news. Richard was married to Donna who loved him for 44 years and will continue to do so. His family: eldest son, Jeffrey and wife, Claudia; daughter Stephanie Lauer and husband, Fritz; son Christopher and wife, Carol; son Jonathan and his wife Tracy and son Nicholas. He had three grandchildren, Ivan, Henry and Skyler Rose. He is also remembered by his brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Robin, his brother Ed, and his aunt, Sue Streubal and her husband Lloyd, all of whom live in Bellingham.
WALDECK, Alonzo W. - Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon for Alonzo W. Waldeck, 72, of 2722 Cedarwood avenue, who death occurred Friday (April 18, 1947) in a local hospital. Mr. Waldeck had lived in this city five years and was a member of the Garden Street Methodist church. He is survived by his widow, Anne, at home; one son, Carl H., and a grandson, of Los Angeles, Calif.; and three sisters, Mrs. Clarinda Marien, in Bellingham; Mrs. Fannie Stauffer, of Muskogee, Okla., and Mrs. Jennie McCleery, of Hastings, Neb. The services were held at 3 p.m. in the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home, Dr. Roy Leslie Smith officiating, and were followed by cremation. Honorary casketbearers were Dewey Hite, Harrison Delahoyde, Cyril Mauler, Ellsworth Smith, George C. Kalberg and Harvey Wood.
WALDO, Brian Lee - Visitation for Brian Lee Waldo, 28, of Nooksack will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Nooksack Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at 2 p.m. at Nooksack Valley Baptist Church with Pastor Craig Hardinger officiating. Mr. Waldo died Thursday, April 24, 1997, at University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle. Born Jan. 17, 1969, to Ron and Kay Waldo in Spokane, his family moved to Whatcom County when he was 4. He graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1987. Mr. Waldo served in the U. S. Navy from 1987 to 1993. He was a truck driver for Lynden Door Inc. and a reserve officers for the Sumas Police Department. His hobbies included music, marksmanship, building model trucks and working on his car. Survivors include his parents of Everson, brother Rob Waldo of Everson, sister Sandra Waldo of Portland, Ore., grandmother Adele Jones of Lynden, three nieces, one nephew and other relatives. Arrangements by Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
WALDRON, Lloyd – A memorial service for Lloyd Waldron of Blaine will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at United Church of Christ in Blaine. Mr. Waldron died Saturday, April 8, 2000 at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center. He was 75. Born June 4, 1924, to Thomas and Helen (Rodd) Waldron in Silver Creek Neb., he moved with his family to Sinclair, Wyo., where he attended schools there and in Rawlins, Neb (Wyo?). After graduating from Rawlins High School in 1942, he began working in the lab at the Sinclair Refinery. Mr. Waldron then served in the U.S. Air Force, 22nd Division, 7th Air Reconnaissance during World War II. After the war he returned to the Sinclair Refinery. On Aug. 3, 1955, he married Marilyn Ashmore in Cheyenne, Wyo. In 1970, he was
transferred to the Cherry Point refinery. He retired as a dock supervisor from ARCO Products Co in 1984, after working 42 years in various positions. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Frank Waldron of Ferndale, Jerry Waldron of Blaine and Steve Waldron of Anchorage, Alaska; four grandchildren; and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Apr 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WALKER, Alice, age 36 years, passed away at her home 1708 Washington Street, Sunday, September 27, (1936) following a six months' illness. Mrs. Walker had been a resident here for the past five years, coming here from Hood River, Ore. Surviving relatives are the husband, Frank Walker, Hood River; three daughters, Hazel and Marguerita at home, and Juanita at Hood River, also two sons, Frank and Kenneth Walker at home; one sister, Mary Murray, and two brothers, William and John Scott, at Chilliwack, B.C. The remains are resting at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth, where funeral services are being arranged to be announced later.
WALKER, Beulah Elizabeth of Lynden died Saturday, Nov. 14, 1998, at the Christian Health Care Center. She was 91. Born Jan. 31, 1907, in Seymour, Tex. to Thomas and Emma (Dunning) Webb, she married John Walker in 1924. She lived in Texas until moving to Lynden in 1989 to be near family. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ. She enjoyed sewing and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband, in 1966, and six brothers. Survivors include her son John Walker, Jr. of Medina, Texas; daughter Roberta McGrew of Ferndale; sisters Annie Woodall of Mexico City, Mexico, and Ollie Davidson of Kilgore, Texas; eight grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren. Private services will be held and she will be interred in Oak Bluff Cemetery in Port Naches, Texas. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home.
WALKER, Doris Virginia, age 74 of Bellingham, WA, passed away March 26, 2002 at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born September 12, 1927 in Exeter, NE, to Edward and Faye (Carson) Heckman. Doris married Richard Walker in Lincoln, NE, in 1950. He preceded her in death October 2000. Survived by her sons Ed Walker of Oakridge, TN, James Walker of Tacoma, WA, a brother Ed Heckman, Jr. of Humboldt, IA, 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Public services will not be held at this time. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Center.
WALKER, Gail Louise - A service for Gail Louise Walker of 4833 Seafair Drive, Blaine, will be from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday at Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel. Mrs. Walker died Tuesday, March 18, 1997. She was 54. Born Jan. 18, 1943, in Kingston, Canada, she lived in Whatcom County for 18 years. A shipper in the graphics industry, she enjoyed playing bingo. Survivors include her husband, Thomas, of the family home; sons Stormy Joe Walker, Richard Walker and Mario Walker, all of Newton, B.C.; daughter Victoria Walker of Blaine; brothers Bob Ashe and Wayne Ashe, both of Port Coquitlam, B.C.; and sisters Darlene Petty and Louella Babbenie, both of Port Coquitlam.
WALKER, Herbert Gordon, age 71, of 4008 Mayne Lane, Ferndale, passed away Tues., August 20, 1991 at his residence. Mr. Walker was born Jan. 14, 1920 in Yakima. He graduated from Washington State College as an architect in 1946. A veteran of WWII, he was a lieutenant with the Combat Engineers. For his efforts during the war, Mr. Walker received a Purple Heart and a Silver Star. In 1948 he entered business as an architect and general contractor in Bellingham; in 1960 he opened his own business, the H. G. Walker Co., where he remained active until his death. Mr. Walker enjoyed boating and traveling. He is survived by his wife, Shirley, of the family home; son Brent and daughter-in-law Cherie and grandchildren Regan and Trevor; son Scott and daughter-in-law Kathy and granddaughter Heather; stepchildren Vanessa Sockolov, and husband Kenny and his grandson Jacob, Georgia Garcia, John S. Marshall and granddaughter Amanda, Caroline Yorkston and husband Matt and granddaughters Adriana and Leah; a brother, Charles Walker and wife Kay of Yakima; a sister Elizabeth Morrow and husband James of Olympia; a sister-in-law, Janet Walker of Tacoma. Private family services will be held. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
WALKER, Ivan, Jr., of Everett, died December 18, 1997 at the age of 66. He was born January 18, 1931 in Smith Center, Kansas. He has been a resident of the Everett area for 44 years. After Ivan retired with 20 years of service for G.T.E., he sold real estate locally. Ivan and his wife, Janet, had a great love for baseball, traveled the U.S. in their motor home, and enjoyed playing bridge. Since 1989, he worked for the Bellingham Mariners, Bellingham Giants, and Salem-Keizer Volcanoes as the team's radio announcer and public address announcer. He was a past president of the Silver Lake Kiwanis Club. Ivan is survived by his wife of 48 years, Janet Walker; son James & (Elizabeth) Walker of Pullman, WA; son, Jerald & (Lisa) Walker of Keizer, OR; daughter, Jennifer & (Gary) Knudson of Mukilteo; brother, Gene & (Shirley) Walker of Ohio; sister-in-law, Joyce & (John) Fowler of Puyallup; brother-in-law, Nate & (Lois) Holeman of Port Orchard; 5 grandchildren, Tracey Walker of Seattle, Brittany Walker of Everett, Mickey Walker of Keizer, OR, Gary James Knudson and Phillip Knudson both of Mukilteo; and nephews, Chris & Greg Fowler of Puyallup. Funeral service will be held Monday, December 22, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. in the Mausoleum at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park. Ivan's uncle, Reverend Willis Walker of Safford, Arizona will officiate the service. Arrangements entrusted to Purdy & Walters with Cassidy Funeral Home.
WALKER, Marilyn Anne, formerly a resident of Pleasanton, CA, Point Roberts, WA and most recently of Eugene, OR, died in her sleep on June 16, 2007 at the age of 74 due to complications of Alzheimer's. Marilyn was the daughter of Joseph and Marion Higgs, born April 16, 1933 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Jack, in 1996. She is survived by her sons Greg and his wife Shari of Sparks, NV; Brett of Santa Barbara, CA; and Blake and his wife Jennifer of Eugene, OR; and one granddaughter, her brothers Geoff Higgs of Pender Harbour, B.C.; Barry Higgs of Coquitlam, B.C.; and her sister Eleanor Chapman of Vernon, B.C. A memorial service is pending.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 24 Jun 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WALKER, Verna - Visitation for Verna Walker will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs. Walker died Saturday, Dec. 27, 1997, in Oak Harbor. She was 91. Born April 18, 1906, she lived in Everson most of her life. She moved to Coupeville in 1990 and then to Oak Harbor. Mrs. Walker worked for Kale Cannery in Everson for many years. She was active in the Everson community, the Everson Senior Center and was a Presbyterian Church elder. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge. Mrs. Walker was preceded in death by her husband of more than 70 years, James, in 1996. Survivors include daughter Mary Tippets of Coupeville, son Glenn Walker of Oak Harbor, six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
WALLACE, Gladys Irene, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at the Alderwood Care Center (April 1, 2002) where she has resided to the past 5 1/2 years. Her two sons, Jim and Paul Wallace and daughter Kay Forsythe survive her. Also survived by her 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband George and son Mike. Gladys was a life-long resident of Bellingham and was involved in many community organizations thru out her life. These included the Phi Sigma Alpha/Bellingham chapter Rho organization for older women of which she served a president for one year. She was involved with the Red Cross for 10 years and the Handicapped Workshop "Thread the Looms." She was a member of the Birchwood Church on Birchwood Ave. She was also a member of the First Presbyterian Church on North Garden. She worked at the First Presbyterian Inn, helping in the soup kitchen. She was also involved with the Searchers of the Presbyterian Church and sang in the choir for over 30 years. The Family would like to invite all who knew Gladys to attend the memorial service Friday the 5th day of April 2002 at The First Presbyterian Church of North Garden Street at 2 p.m. A reception to follow right after the celebration of her life.
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WALLACE, Lelia Pearl, aged years, passed away at a local hospital, Tuesday, July 1, (1941) following a long illness. Mrs. Wallace had resided here for the past thirty-eight years and was a member of the First Christian Church and the Royal Neighbors of America. Surviving relatives are the husband, John Wallace at home, 1400 Woburn Street; two sons, Robert W., at Mount Vernon, and Orville L., at Winslow, Wash; one daughter, Ruth Petrie at Seattle; three granddaughters, also one brother, William C. Tucker at Enumclaw. The remains are at the funeral home of Harlow-Hollingsworth where services will be conducted by the Rev. Ray S. Wagoner, Saturday, July 5, at 10:30 a.m. Final resting place, Bay View.
WALLACE, Hilda Marguerite - Point Roberts resident Hilda Marguerite Wallace, 93, died peacefully in her sleep Sunday, March 7, 2004 at the Alderwood Park in Bellingham, Washington. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at the Marina in Point Roberts. Mrs. Wallace was born on December 7, 1910, in Brisbane, Australia to George and Blanche (De Jaunay) Appelbe. Margo graduated from King Edward High School in Vancouver in 1927. She married Sydney Johnstone Wallace on August 3, 1940, in Vancouver, British Columbia. Margo and Syd lived in California, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Ontario over the ensuing years, finally retiring to Point Roberts in 1975. Retirement activities included a garden full of flowers, an active membership in the Tsawwassen Evergreen Garden Club, authoring "In the Garden", a gardening column in the Point Roberts All Point Bulletin, family visits and wonderful cruises to exotic places. Margo is survived by her husband of 64 years, Sydney J. Wallace; daughters and sons-in-law, Robin and Richard Boysen of Anchorage, Alaska, and Meredith and Bob Schultz of Stamford, Connecticut; son and daughter-in-law, Craig and Allie Wallace of Painesville, Ohio; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren; and her brother Frank Appelbe of West Vancouver, British Columbia.
WALLI, Joyce Elaine, age 69, lifetime resident of Whatcom Co., died July 6, 1997 at her residence. Mrs. Walli was born May 13, 1928 in Bellingham to Thomas and Edith (Childs) Johnson. She lived for a short time in New York and later in Hawaii. She enjoyed watching Mariners Baseball games. Mrs. Walli leaves to survive her son, Dennis D. Jessop of Bellingham; daughter, Cherrie A. Bergman of Bellingham; brother Delbert E. Johnson of Bellingham; grandchildren, Chad and Rob Bergman and Troy Jessop Swanson. At her request, there will be no public services. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
WALLIN, George H. - Visitation for George H. Wallin of Ferndale will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Moles Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Triumph Lutheran Church with the Rev. Joel Lohafer officiating, followed by burial in Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Wallin died Sunday, Jan. 4, 1998. He was 88. A lifelong resident of Ferndale, he worked for Brooks Lumber Co. for many years and retired in 1971. Mr. Wallin was a member of Triumph Lutheran Church. Survivors include his sister, Ella Wallin of Bellingham; and many other relatives, including nieces Hanna Radonski of Deming and Peggy Chapman of Bellingham.
WALLING, Rose M., 97, formerly of 1507 D St., died Tuesday (Sept. 18, 1990) at Alderwood Convalescent Center, where she had lived for several years. She was born Rose Pack on Oct. 16, 1892, in Toledo, Wash., to Grant and Nancy Ellen Pack. She grew up in Whatcom County and lived here most of her life. She attended Laurel Elementary School. A homemaker, she enjoyed sewing, cleaning and cooking. Survivors include three sisters, Etoile Cook and Lauretta Harris, both of Bellingham, and Linnie Kittrell of Mesa, Ariz., and numerous nieces and nephews. At her request, there will be no services. The body will be cremated. Arrangements are by Bleitz Funeral Home in Seattle.
WALROD, Philip "Phil" of Blaine passed away at his residence at the age of 83 on Friday, April 8, 2005. He was born May 1, 1921 in Carlisle, PA. Phil was a retired health care management consultant, a graduate of Northwestern University. He was known for editing the first test of "Hospital Personnel Management" after graduation. His consulting took him to five continents. During WWII he served as a cryptographer at Army Air Force General Claire Chennault's Kunming headquarters in Yunnan, China. After the war he became a pilot and in 1962 he married Dory. They moved to St. Helens, OR where they lived for 30 years on their ranch until her death four years ago. Phil moved to Blaine to be closer to friends in the area. An avid sailor and boat builder, he was an active sea scout leader for many years. He sailed the trimaran he built from San Francisco to Oregon. At his request there will be no service. His remains were donated to the Department of Bio Structures School of Medicine at the University of Washington. Arrangements by Jerns-McKinney Funeral Chapel.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Apr 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WALSER, Helen K., died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 1999, in Marysville.
She was 76. A private wake to honor her memory is planned, but there will be no services at her request. Mrs. Walser was born Feb. 28, 1921, in Blaine to William and Nora Allen. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald E. Walser, and son, Harold G. Walser. Survivors include daughter Doris McKinney of Spokane; son Don Walser of Marysville; good friend and companion Clark E. Erickson of Marysville; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Purdy & Walters with Cassidy of Everett.
(From The Bellingham Herald Friday, January 22, 1999, A5) Submitted by Dianne Bird
WALSER, Herbert L. - Visitation for Herbert L. Walser of Mount Vernon will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Hawthorne Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Emmanuel Baptist Church with the Rev. Skip Lane officiating. Burial will be in Hawthorne Memorial Park. Mr. Walser died Monday, Jan. 27, 1997. He was 72. Born April 3, 1924, to David and Ilkie Walser in Blaine, he graduated from Blaine High School in 1942. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the South Pacific until 1945. Mr. Walser married Beverly Rothlisberg on Sept. 10, 1948, in Portland, Ore. He received a bachelor's degree in business and a master's degree in education from Western Washington University. Mr. Walser began his teaching career in Mount Vernon in 1954 and became principal at Jefferson, Lincoln and Laventure schools, retiring in 1984. He was supervisors of Mount Vernon School District's transportation department for four years. He and his wife operated Walser Farms, specializing in blueberries. Mr. Walser enjoyed fishing, hunting and bird watching. A life member of the National Education Association, he also was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church, Mount Vernon Elks Lodge No. 1604, Washington Education Association and the Retired Teachers Association. Mr. Walser was preceded in death by a brother, Donald. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Karlen Walser and David Walser, both of Burlington, and Mark Walser of Cleveland; daughter Margaret Baunach of Bellingham; and six grandchildren.
WALSH, Ronald Eugene "Ron" passed away Sunday afternoon, Nov. 16, 2003, at St. Joseph Hospital, where he was surrounded by his loving family. Ron was born in Bellingham on Nov. 27, 1933 to Robert and Sigridur (Stephanson) Walsh. He lived his whole life in Blaine. Ron was preceded in death by his father, Robert Harold Walsh; brother, Lawrence Robert Walsh; granddaughter, Emily Wilder and grandson, Christopher Ronald Walsh. He is survived by his wife, Lois Eileen (White) Walsh; daughters, Theresa & husband Rod Parks and Tammy Wilder; sons, Robert Walsh, Norman & wife Melissa Walsh and Chris Walsh; mother, Sigridur Walsh; sister, Susan & husband Harvey St. Clair; brother Richard & wife Rebecca Walsh; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A family graveside service will be held Thurs., Nov. 20, 11 a.m. at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery with a memorial service to follow at 3 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 702 "G" St., Blaine. Rev. Dennis Wildermuth will be officiating.
WALSTON, Kenneth Leroy - A memorial service for Kenneth Leroy Walston will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday at Light and Life Christian Fellowship with the Rev. Greg Kanehen officiating. Mr. Walston died Monday, Nov. 3, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 57. Born July 5, 1940, to Ralph and Hulda Stroebel Walston in Colville, he graduated from high school there in 1958. Mr. Walston served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. A school custodian for many years, his hobbies included electronics, gardening photography and taping PBS programs for missionary education in Haiti. Mr. Walston was preceded in death by his wife, Janice, in April. Survivors include sister JoAnn Walston of Haiti and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
WALSTROM, Richard Arvid, age 32, of 2284 Yew St., Bellingham, passed away Wed. Sept. 5, 1990. Born October 22, 1957 in Portland, OR., he was a 1976 Sehome High School graduate; U. of W. graduate; attended WSU; received Business Administration degree with major in Finance from U. of W. Supervisor at Win's Drive-In. Enjoyed baseball, football and wrestling at Sehome High School; golfing, and fishing and spending time at the family summer home on Orcas Island. Survived by his parents, Thomas and Marylue Walstrom of Bellingham; 3 sisters, Kim Rosenkilde of Bellingham, Linda Hicks and husband Dan of Lynden, Kristina Ferry and husband Pat of Bellingham; brother, Kevin Walstrom and wife Nancy of Bellingham; grandmothers, Winnifred Easterly and husband Don of Blaine, Violet Henifin of Bellingham; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Funeral services Mon. Sept. 10, 12:30 p.m. at Jones Funeral Home, with Gary Graffwallner, Pastor, Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, officiating. Jones Funeral Home.
WALTERS, Leon Lex, of 2824 N. Nugent Road, Lummi Island, died Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1993, at his home. He was 75. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Lummi Island Congregational church with ritualistic service by Ferndale Lodge No. 264 F & AM. Mr. Walters was born Feb. 3, 1918, in Springfield, Ill., to Lex and Madge Walters. The family moved to the Los Angeles area in 1920, where he later met Ruth Marie Wallen in 1935. they were married in Yuma, Ariz., on March 3, 1940. Mr. Walters worked as a law enforcement officer for 40 years with the Los Angeles Police Department, California Highway Patrol and United Airline. He graduated from Sacrament State University in 1958, where he was a member of Alpha Phi Omega fraternity. He later attended University of Santa Clara Law School. He moved to Lummi Island for his retirement in 1982. Mr. Walters was a member of Ferndale Lodge No. 264 F&AM, Ben Ali Shrine in Sacramento, and California Association of Highway Patrolmen. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughter Penelope Swenson of Tehachapi, Calif; and seven grandchildren. Arrangements by Greenacres Funeral Home.
WALSTON, Janice Marie - A memorial service for Janice Marie Walston of Bellingham will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Light and Life Christian Fellowship with the Rev. Greg Kanehen officiating. Her ashes will be placed in Denver. Mrs. Walston died Wednesday, April 16, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 55. Born May 1, 1941, to Leonard and Regina Monckton Roach in Denver, she moved to Bellingham in 1983. She worked for Bellingham Health Care and Rehabilitation Center for 11 years. Survivors include her husband, Kenneth, of Bellingham; her mother and stepfather, Regina and Otto Ledgerwood of Evanston, Wyo.; sisters Janet Sessions, Kathleen Groth and Nancy Slaugh, all of Evanston, Rosemary Smith and Linda Noblett, both of Springfield, Mo., and Jacquelyn Vance of Marshfield, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WAMBSGANS, Lester W., age 97, passed away March 12, 2005 in Bellingham. Funeral Services will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Tues. March 15 at 11 a.m. with Masonic Services by Bellingham Bay Lodge #44. A reception will follow across the street at Westford's Broadway Hall, 1300 Broadway. Burial will be in Greenacres Cemetery in Ferndale.
WAMPLER, Donald "Ray" of 9710 Harvey Road, Blaine, died Saturday, Nov. 15, 1997, at his home. He was 73. He was born July 24, 1924, in Lynden to Harold and Dora (Caza) Wampler. He married Virginia L. Baker in Blaine on April 11, 1946. Mr. Wampler was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. He graduated from Blaine High School and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Mr. Wampler worked as a master dowser for major oil explorations and dowsed the first water well at Point Roberts for its water district. He also is a retired real estate broker. He was a member of the Blaine Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Mason-Dowser Society of America. His hobbies included woodworking and drawing. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Lois Jeanne Wampler. Survivors include his wife, Virginia, of the family home; three daughters, Vicky R. Reid of Bellingham, Wendy A. Wampler of Birch Bay and Peggy L. Dohner of Blaine; six grandchildren; two brothers, Wesley C. Wampler of Woodland and David Wampler of Glencoe, Ala.; 12 nieces and nephews; and many other relatives. A memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home Chapel with the Revs. Donald E. Walter, Emeritus, United Church of Christ, Blaine, and Ann Wahlers officiating. A coffee hour will follow in the Whatcom Room. Services are under the direction of Jones-Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
WARD, Donald Henry passed on peacefully on March 17, (St. Patrick's Day) 2007. Born May 19, 1921 in McAuley, Manitoba, the second youngest son of Reverend Walter and Synthia Ward, he was predeceased by his brothers, Jack, Jim, Dick and sister Muriel. He is survived by his only remaining sibling, Dorothy McEachren, 93 of Creston, B.C. His memory will be honored by his three children – Barry (Myrna), Maureen and Kirk (Lucille); his six grandchildren – Karyn, Tonya, Debby, Jamie, Steven and Lindsay – and his three great-grandchildren – Mason, Cory and Megan. There will be no service, as by his request. A special mention of appreciation to the staff and residents of Concord by the Sea, and the third floor residents and staff of Weatherby Pavilion, for their care and comfort of Don in his final months. He was happiest when waltzing with a beautiful woman in his arms, to the sounds of a big band orchestra. He may have veiled his sensitivity with his recently adopted phrase "whatever," but he had a big heart, liked a laugh and was a hard worker all his life. He will be sorely missed. "Dance Forever With The Stars, Dad"
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WARD, John Langdon – Interment for John Langdon Ward of Bellingham will be in Massachusetts. Mr. Ward died Friday, July 7, 2000 at St. Francis Extended Health Care. He was 89. Born Sept 25, 1911 to Alexander Ladd and Caroline (Dudley) Ward in New York City, he graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire and Harvard University in Massachusetts. Mr. Ward married Ruth Page. Mr. Ward worked for the Department of State and managed many clinics for doctors in medical schools in Boston, New Haven, Conn., and Richmond, Va. He loved sailing, swimming, birding, camping and poetry. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughter Leslie Ward Rossiter of San Diego; sons Richard Miles Ward of Bellingham and Peter Langdon Ward of Jackson, Wyo.; and six grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Jul 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WARD, Leona A., formerly of Whatcom County, died Tuesday, Nov. 18, 1997, in Vancouver, Wash. She was 90. Born May 11, 1907, to Sam and Mary Taylor in Filer, Idaho, she married John Ward July 17, 1924, in Prosser. Mrs. Ward moved to Whatcom County in 1934 and operated a farm with her husband. She moved to Vancouver in 1990. Mr. Ward was a member of Laurel Community Baptist Church, Bellingham First Baptist Church, Vancouver First Baptist Church, Laurel Grange and Hazel Dell Grange in Clark County. She enjoyed music, flowers and children. She was preceded in death by her husband, in 1982, infant son John, and sisters Mabel Smith and Marga Arnold. Survivors include daughters Marilyn Baily of Vancouver and Verne Lee Benjamin of Mount Vernon, sister Frances Holt of Bellingham, six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and several nieces.
WARDROP, Madelyn Ann, age 83, passed away peacefully at her home, April 7, 2005. She was born October 13, 1921 in Republic, MI. Having lived most of her younger years in Bismarck, ND, she moved to Bellingham in the 1980's to be closer to her two daughters. Here she met Clayton Wardrop who loved and cared for her. They married on November 26, 1984. She took up golf when she was 60 and with the help of her two daughters had the MVP golf tournament for many years. Her main love was cooking and gardening. There was always a pot of coffee on and a round table discussion with the "Queen Bee." She is survived by: Her loving husband of 20 years John "Clay" Wardrop. three daughters: Vera Casper of Bellingham; Phyllis Mydland and husband Lyle of Bellingham; Carol Brinar and husband Ty, Laramie, WY; step-daughter Linda Huffman of Tjunga, CA and son-in-law Frank Cullinan of Billings, MT; three Sisters: Margie Kaiser of Bismarck, ND; Laura Mae Jiras of Baldwin, ND; Maria Reed of Missoula, MT and one brother Charles Magnuson of Richland, WA. Madelyn was the Grandmother of 16 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. We will all miss her dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, a sister, a brother and two grandchildren. A Celebration of Madelyn's Life will be held at Westford's Broadway Hall on Wed April 20, 2005 at 1 p.m. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
WARE, Ruth passed away in Ellensburg, WA, on November 16, 2003. She was 94 years old. Ruth was born on May 31, 1909, in Seattle, WA, the first child of Arthur and Jennie Johnson Anderson, immigrants from Sweden. She was a local resident for 60 years. Ruth was fortunate to have had the opportunity to travel to Sweden to meet her relatives. Ruth was pre-deceased by her husband of 57 years, Walter Ware; brothers Bertil, John Martin, Harold, Arthur, and Carl, and sister Evelyn. Survivors include her daughters Martha Simon and Viola Garrison-Cota, both of Ellensburg, WA; sister-in-law Kathleen Taylor of Brier, WA; 12 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Ruth enjoyed singing, music, gardening, sewing for her family, and crocheting. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 19, 2003, at Greenacres|Moles Cemetery. Arrangements by Jones|Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
WARK, Roy L., age 82, of Bellingham, passed away Monday, June 6, 2005. Roy was born in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, on July 10, 1922, to Clyde and Clara (Piozet) Wark. He attended Western Washington State College where he was a member of the Vikings basketball and track teams. He was named to the Western Washington University All-Century Basketball Team in 2000. Following college, Roy played professional basketball with the Bellingham Fircrest Professional Basketball Team. The Fircrest played other professional teams from as far away as Baltimore (Baltimore Bullets) and around the Northwest (Vancouver, B.C., Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Yakima and Portland), and down the west coast into California. Roy competed in exhibition games against the Harlem Globetrotters. A avid golfer and bowler, Roy was elected to the Whatcom County's Bowler's Hall of Fame. Roy served many years as Bar Manager of the Leopold Hotel Casino Room and Lounge Manager of the Bellingham Yacht Club. He was a member of the Bellingham Golf and Country Club and the First Presbyterian Church. Roy is survived by his wife of 52 years, Gertie (Starkenburg); children, Bev and Larry Marshall, Margie and Gary Hovde, Roy and Darla Wark, Joel and Sandy Wark, and Susan and Jim Kaemingk, Jr.; sister Helen Burgoyne of Castle Rock; and ten grandchildren, Brenna, Brad, Brant, Bryan, Blake, Brinn, Desirae, Tess, Carter, and Kaylena. Preceding Roy in death were his infant son, Douglas; infant granddaughter, Arden; and sisters, Betty Sweet and Beverly Yado. Memorial services will be held Thursday, June 9, at 10:00 a.m. at Greenacres Funeral Home.
WARMINK, Albert - Visitation for Albert Warmink of Lynden will be from 2 to 9 p.m. at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be at 1:15 p.m. Saturday in Monumenta Cemetery, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at Second Christian Reformed Church. The Rev. Bob Tigchelaar will officiate and the Rev. Cornelius Rientjes will participate. Mr. Warmink died Wednesday, Nov. 5, 1997, at the Christian Health Care Center. He was 83. Born April 10, 1914, to Gerrit and Elsie Snyder Warmink in Medicine Hat, Alberta, he grew up there and married Janet Roosma June 15, 1938, in Monarch, Alberta. Mr. Warmink moved to the Lynden area in the 1940s. He operated a farm and Al's Beef Sales in Lynden and worked in car and furniture sales, including for DeWitt's Furniture. He was a member of Second Christian Reformed Church, where he sang in the choir, and was a charter member of the Puget Sound Antique Tractor Association in Lynden and of an antique tractor club in Chilliwack, B.C. Mr. Warmink enjoyed fishing and traveling. He was preceded in death by sisters Bertha Schiebout and Elsie Townsend. Survivors include his wife; son Gary Warmink of Georgetown, Texas; daughters Arlene Lizza and Annette Maberry, both of Lynden, Audrey Snapper of Nooksack and Arenda Hovde of Bellingham; brothers Maarten Warmink of Ferndale, John Warmink of Lethbridge, Alberta, and Gerrit Warmink of Nobleford, Alberta; sister Marie Brown of Lethbridge; 13 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
WARNER, Arthur Richard, Sr. passed away peacefully at Skagit Valley Hospital in Mt. Vernon on Oct. 30, 1997 after a second battle with cancer. He was 71 years old. Art was born to Charles and Amanda (Dragoo) Warner, November 26, 1925 in a sod house on the prairies surrounding Lodgepole, South Dakota. After living in both South Dakota and New York, he met his wife Carmen in Poulsbo, WA. They married at Scandia in 1947 and celebrated their 50th anniversary in May. Art retired from Puget Sound Power & Light in 1988 after 38 years of service. Art and Carmen, along with their six children moved from Bremerton to Bellingham in 1957. They settled in Mt. Vernon in 1968. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Esther of New York and brother Francis of Seattle. Art is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carmen of the family home. Two daughters, Cheri Warner-Friend and husband Mark of Seattle, Debi Miller and husband Dean of Port Orchard and four sons, Arthur R. Jr. and wife Kristine of Newhalem, Tom and wife Jean of Bellingham, Bob and wife Patty of Mt. Vernon, Ed and wife Jeannette of Lawson, Missouri. Four sisters, Mary Stuit of Miles City, MT, Lois Sanford of Davenport, NY, Ruby Swantak of Shelton and Charlotte Barker of Bremerton. One brother, Bill Warner of Los Angeles, CA. Fifteen grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Art loved working with his hands both in this (sic) workshop and in his flower and vegetable garden. It was not uncommon for him to buy a new tool, tear it apart and rebuild it better than the original. He loved reading everything and enjoyed discussing any subject. While healthy, Art and his wife traveled across the country numerous times visiting family and friends. Most of all, Art loved his family. They were the joy of his life. A memorial service will be held at Kern Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon on Nov. 4, 1997 at 1:30 p.m. followed by an open house at the family residence.
WARNER, Charles P. - A celebration in memory of Charles P. Warner will be from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at his home. Mr. Warner died at home Sunday, Feb. 15, 1998. He was 54. Born March 3, 1943 to Harry and Marie Warner in Bellingham, he was a lifelong resident of Whatcom County. Mr. Warner worked as a drywaller and carpenter, most recently for Strengholt Construction Co. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, picking mushrooms and outdoor cooking. Survivors include his companion, Mary; children Lisa, Ron, heath and Shawn; sister Alisa; two grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
WARNER, Phyllis Ann was born on August 28, 1941, in Yonkers, NY to Frank and Annabelle (Foley) Granger,
and was the oldest of five children, including James, Frank, Ann and Tom Granger. She was the mother of three sons (James, Charles, and Matthew Warner) and the stepmother of four others (Ben, Peter, Tom and Zach Nethercot). Phyllis returned to college while her children were still quite young and, upon graduation from Northern Arizona University, she entered into the workforce prepared to excel in anything she tried. Beginning as a secretary-editor, she eventually moved into the hotel industry and it was there that she laid the ground for what became her final calling as vice president for travel and event management in a rapidly expanding young company. In her capacity there, Phyllis crafted good, solid jobs for the people assigned to her. She took good care of them, and those who worked for her there remember her well. She was later forced into an early retirement by the onset of a deadly auto-immune condition which she nonetheless fought valiantly for 20 years. Fourteen years ago, Phyllis and her husband, Arthur (Ned) Nethercot, moved to Bellingham for a new life which brought with it many wonderful new friends. She drew her family around her and did her best to spoil the children of her children while she and Ned became solid members of their community and made good use of their time dining, traveling, and immersing themselves in the world of tennis both on court and off. Phyllis
always believed that happiness was a choice, and she always chose on the side of life. She leaves behind a congregation of family and friends who will always love her dearly. Neither she nor her example will ever be forgotten.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Apr 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WARNER, Richard Harold - A gathering in memory of Richard Harold Warner will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the family home, 2090 Timen Road, Everson. Mr. Warner died at home Thursday, Aug. 28, 1997. He was 54. Born June 9, 1943, to Jesse and Phyllis Norderum Warner in Bellingham, he graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1961. He married Sue Perry on Aug. 20, 1966, in Burien. A Vietnam War veteran, Mr. Warner served in the U.S. Army from 1964 to 1970. He was a member of the Sumas Legion. He worked as a back hoe operator for farmers and water associations in Whatcom County. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking. Survivors include his wife of the family home; sons Brad Warner of Everson, Brett Warner of Sumas and Ryan Warner of Blaine; sister Bea Coglianese of Everson; and his mother of Everson. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
WARREN, Texas Craig, age 82, passed on Feb 17, 2005. He was preceded in death by wife Betty Jane Warren. He is survived by children: Janet & John Crews of Sun Valley, ID, Mark & Christa Warren of Bellingham, three grandchildren, Daniel, Melissa, and Christopher Warren of Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 6 Mar 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WARRINGTON, Donald Gene of Hardtner, Kan., passed away on July 14, 2001. He was 59. Mr. Warrington was born on Sept. 22, 1941 to Harry and E. Pauline Warrington in Kiowa, Kan. He graduated from Kiowa High School. He was a truck driver for Wilder Construction Co. of Everson. Donald lived in Washington for 37 years and moved back to Hardtner, Kan., in 1999. He was a member of the Harley Davidson Club. Donald is survived by a son, Justin Warrington of Arroyo Grande, Calif.; six brothers, Ronald Warrington of Howard, Kan., David Warrington of Larned, Kan., and Russel Warrington, Monte Warrington, Robert Warrington and Jerry Warrington, all of Hutchinson, Kan.; two sisters, Ruth Ann Hawkins of Wichita, Kan., and Carol Weidkamp of Gardnerville, Nev.; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and a brother, Larry. Memorial services were held Saturday at the United Methodist Church of Hardtner with Rev. Elizabeth Kirkwood officiating. Arrangements are by Fisher Funeral Home of Kiowa, Kan.
WASHBURN, David Michael (8/21/40 - 3/14/97) died this day as he lived with courage and faith. Washburn was survived by Barbara Lynne (Ensley) Washburn, his loving wife and friend of 28 years, Susan Bleeker of Coon Rapids, MN, Deborah Ann Knop of Phoenix, AZ, Mickey Michele Ruenger of Reno, NV, Scott Mason of Heber City, Utah, Tami Lin Jarvie of Arnold, CA (adopted and natural adult children). Additionally David's mother and step-father, 4 brother and 2 sisters survive David. An uncle and aunt from David's father's side of the family survive as well. Washburn attended Alaska Methodist University, University of Alaska, Oregon State University, University of Minnesota, University of Wisconsin, and Western Washington University never completing his bachelor or science degree. Washburn worked as a Chief Engineer for the Midnight Sun Broadcasting Company, a Cost Engineer for the Boeing Company, a Senior Design Engineer for the Ordnance Division of Honeywell, and a Management Information Specialist IV for the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. The Washburns facilitated the startup of the Hospice of Whatcom County, Washington. David taught English as a Second Language (ESL) to many Vietnamese, Iranian, and Lebanese friends in the area. While studying for the priesthood circa 1973, Washburn had a religious experience that he interpreted as his ordination of G-d as a member of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). He was co-opted onto the Religious Life Committee of Friends General Conference in 1976. The remainder of Washburn's life was spent as a hospice counselor, theologian, and philosopher. Washburn published the COFFEE "zine" on various Quaker email lists over the Internet in his declining years. David recommended dying at home to all his hospice clients for those who could manage it. However, it is important to talk out all these ideas ahead of time with your caregivers, so that a peaceful ending comes about. It is worth the work! David felt that we should treat an "appropriate" death as Good News and a "wrongful" death as the work of the Enemy. David died peacefully in his own bed at home. David was uncomfortable in large human institutions like hospitals and churches, preferring to find that of G-d in individuals and small meetings along the Way. The arrangements are by The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel and Crematorium of Bellingham.
WATERHOUSE, Richard W. - A memorial service for Richard W. Waterhouse of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Lawrence Guderian officiating. A gathering will follow in the Whatcom Room of the funeral home. His ashes will be placed in Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Waterhouse died Saturday, March 9, 1997, in Bellingham. He was 44. Born Feb. 3, 1953, to Richard and Dorothy Mae Cutler Waterhouse in Billings, Mont., he lived in Bellingham for 37 years. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1971. Mr. Waterhouse enjoyed coin collecting and photography. Survivors include daughters Janice and Christine, both of Texas; his mother and stepfather, Dorothy and John Wake of Bellingham; sisters Susan Waterhouse, of Gloria Park and Darla Priest, all of Oregon, and Cynthia Edwards of Idaho; and brothers Raymond Waterhouse and Leonard Kellom, both of Bellingham.
WATROUS, Daniel K., age 75, passed away at his home in Bellingham on Saturday, March 7, 2009. He was born December 31, 1933 in Nashville, Tennessee to Joseph and Beulah (Knight) Watrous. Daniel was a Navy pilot who served from 1955-1965. He was a flight instructor in the Navy and flew missions off an aircraft carrier. He also piloted rescue helicopters in Keflavik, Iceland. Daniel continued his flying career as a pilot with Pan Am from 1965-1991, and was part of the IGS Operation where he was stationed in Berlin from 1983-1990. Daniel finished his exceptional flying career as a pilot with Delta Airlines from 1991-1993. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, and was a member of the Bellingham Gun Club. Daniel is survived by his loving wife, Bente; 3 children, Kyle, Ingrid and Marshall; 5 grandsons, Douglas, Marshall, Mason, Dominic and Luca; 2 brothers, Joe and Tim; and sister Patricia. Moles Family Funeral Homes and Crematory Bayview Chapel, Bellingham.
WATSON, Darlene Elizabeth, age 74, passed away on Aug 4, 2006 in her garden, at her home, in Custer, WA. Born
Aug 24, 1931 in Spokane, WA to Myrtle and Glen Fiegel one of three children, she is survived by her sister
Gladene Berger of Payette, ID. She was preceded in death by her brother Ray Clark and her husband Everett
Watson. Darlene is survived by her 5 children, Marianne and Philip Reed of Custer, WA, Garry and Barb
Benham of Racine, WI, Bob Benham and Karen Jennings of Marshfield, VT, Raymond and Kristi Benham of
Custer, WA and Joyce and Dean Washburn of Birch Bay, WA, 8 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and scores
of nieces and nephews ... and best friends Bob H. of Ferndale, WA, Hazel J. of Custer, WA, and Nora R. of
Custer, WA. Gardening and collecting angels brought Darlene great joy. She enjoyed wellness committee and
game night at the Ferndale Senior Center as well as her newest circle of friends at the Haynie Grange. Her
sudden departure has greatly moved our hearts, she will be greatly missed. Visitation with family present will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Wed. August 9 from 3-5 p.m. A Celebration of Darlene's Life will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Thurs. Aug 10 at 1 p.m. followed by a reception across the street at Westford's Broadway Hall.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Aug 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WATSON, Ethel Frances was born Mach 29, 1920 in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Margaret and John Glasier. She passed away in Coupeville July 31, 2007. Ethel lived life with a fiercely independent spirit and filled her life with great adventures. She grew up square dancing and climbing mountains as a young woman. She participated in the Great Peace March in 1986, walking from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. During this March she met the Hopi Elders when they joined it for a period of time. She demonstrated against nuclear weapons during this march and was so proud to be jailed briefly. Ethel loved to travel alone through the southwest and into Mexico, driving and living in her beloved RV, Tillie, through the winter months for many years. Her dearest adventure was to form a community. She bought a 90-acre farm in the Deming area in 1973 and converted it to a certified organic farm, River Farm. This farm soon became a community. They grew organic vegetables, especially organic juicing carrots that were sold for years at Puget Consumer Coop. Ethel supported the organic community with loans when needed, including Cascadian Farms and Charlie's Produce. Because she believed so strongly in living on this earth in a self-sustaining way, she eventually gifted River Farm to Evergreen Land Trust so that it could be dedicated forever to the principles that were so near to her heart. Ethel lived her last years in Freeland on Whidbey Island gardening and enjoying the wildlife, and she volunteered for years at the Senior Thrift in Bayview. She is survived by her daughter Judith Lewis, two sons Carey and Larry Watson and a granddaughter Amber Watson.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 12 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WATSON, Melvin LeRoy, age 71, passed away on July 11, 2007 at his home in Bellingham. Melvin was born in Bellingham to Harry and Margaret Watson. As a youngster, he enjoyed racing motorcycles. He served in the U.S. Army and worked for Wilder Construction for over 25 years. He is survived by his companion, Penny Downs; daughters Charlene Watson of Bellingham, Christina (husband Kevin) Larsh of Bellingham, and Natalie Purington; brother Robert (wife Deanna); sisters Lois (husband Jerry) Bock and Dorothy (husband Ron) McCauley; and grandchildren Megan, Cameron, Rachel and MacKenzie. His family fondly remembers Melvin's love of restoring Vintage British Motorcycles, his unique personality traits and self-description of
being "ornery." Melvin belonged to the Mt. Baker Motorcycle Club and Buick Club of Washington. He will be remembered for enjoying the simple life as he lived in the same house on Lake Whatcom for nearly 40 years. Military Tribute will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at Westford Funeral Home, with visitation following until 5 p.m. The family will be hosting a Life Celebration at Melvin's home at 12 noon on Saturday,
July 21, 2007.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WATSON, Robert G. of 7438 Ham Road died Monday, Jan. 12, 1998. He was 48. At his request, no service will be held. Born Aug. 5, 1949, in Whittier, Calif., he married Valorie Groce on March 17, 1990, in Simi Valley, Calif. He moved to Whatcom County in 1993. Retired from the Los Angeles Police Department after 22 years of service, Mr. Watson was a detective with the Ferndale Police Department. He enjoyed horses and competitive trail riding. Survivors include his wife of the family home; son Jake Watson of Agoura, Calif.; daughter Wendy Knapp of Ojai, Calif.; and mother Ona Tochi of Price, Utah.
WATTS, Arthur Belden M.D., age 89, passed away in Bellingham on January 27, 2006. He was born March 23, 1916, in Bellingham to Arthur & Maud (Belden) Watts. Art graduated from Whatcom High School (1933), University of Chicago (1938) and Northwestern University Medical School. Dr. Watts enlisted in the United States Navy in 1942 after completing his medical residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. He proudly served his country as a medical officer aboard several destroyer escorts. Following his military service, Dr. Watts returned to Bellingham to practice as a general physician and surgeon. He retired from practice in 1998 after devoting more than 50 years of his life to healing people. Following retirement he greatly missed his patients and the challenges of medicine. Dr. Watts was a successful businessman who invested much time in helping the community to grow. He was extremely interested in downtown Bellingham's survival. He faithfully supported the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra, The Whatcom Museum, First Congregational Church, Western Washington University, and many other educational and charitable organizations. A man of action, he once decorated the Whatcom Museum with lights to help save it rom possible demolition. His lighter side steered him to the Blossom Time Clowns, to whom he loaned his 1932 fire truck each year for the Blossom Time Parade. He loved to help people and encouraged many to pursue education. His lifelong interest in science and education led him to establish the Ruth Watts Scholarship at WWU. Art loved to tackle new adventures, whether it was traveling by Model T truck to the 1933 Chicago World's Fair, owning racehorses, or buying used fire trucks. One college summer was spent in a gold camp in Alaska, another at the Mount Baker Ski Area. He loved the outdoors and spent many hours in his youth skiing and exploring the mountains, a love he shared with his family. Art also enjoyed hunting, fishing, sailing a converted Bristol Bay gillnetter and the "Telos," and spending time on Orcas Island. A farm he once owned near Cherry Point saw many happy times on the beach, making cider, fishing, and ice skating. He loved to throw a party and always provided more than enough food and drink, whether it was around a beach fire or in a fancy restaurant. A party was often not complete without spray whipped cream which he faithfully taught each grandchild to use in lavish excess. Art is survived by Margaret (Morse), his devoted wife of 56 years; three children Ellen (Paul) Lodine, William (Sarah) Watts, and Emily (Rick) Tidball; daughter-in-law Marilyn Watts; grandchildren Karen, Rachel, and Allison Lodine, Dylan, Danny, and Douglas Watts, Liam Watts, and Kevin, Eric, and Jennifer Tidball; nieces Catharine Stimpson, Mary Rivkin, Susan Trimingham, Jane Bremner, Caroline MacDonald, Sheila Rhodes, and Robin Morris; nephews Ed Stimpson, John Stimpson, Preston Henley, Stephen Henley, and John Henley; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Ruth Watts, Catherine Stimpson, and Elizabeth Henley and his son Arthur Belden Watts. Memorials can be made to the Whatcom Land Trust, the San Juan Preservation Trust, or an educational institution of your choice. There will be a memorial service at 2 p.m. Friday, February 3, 2006, in the Bayview Chapel at the funeral home on Lakeway Drive, Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Jan 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WATTS, Selma – A funeral for Selma (Sam) Watts of Bellingham will be at 11:30 a.m. today at Christ the King
Church. Ms. Watts died at home Sunday, Aug 27, 2000. She was 70. Born Oct 11, 1929 in Woodland, Calif. to
Herman and Melba Richter, Ms. Watts lived in Bellingham since 1996. She enjoyed cooking and outdoor
activities. Survivors include daughters Diane Adelson of Bellingham, Lisa Ellis of Sedro-Woolley and Kelly
Emge of Sumas; son Michael Watts of Custer; sisters Jessie Findley of Esparto, Calif., Jean Jones of Chico,
Calif., Doris Bourne of Jerome, Idaho, and Sally Turold of Davis, Calif.; brother William Richter of Bonners
Ferry, Idaho; eight grandchildren; and 21 nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Valley Funeral & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Aug 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WEATHERBY, Margaret H., 80, of Bellingham, passed away July 13, 2005. She was born June 14, 1925 to Ole and Berna Brudwick in Bellingham. She graduated from Blaine High School in 1941 and earned her nursing degree in 1944. Margaret was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved spending time with her family, gardening, baking, and relaxing in the shade with a good book. Surviving Margaret are her husband, Norman; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Bill and Teresa, Bob and Judi, and Robin; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one brother, Allan; and two sisters, Anita and Esther. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Sue; and one sister, Helen. Greenacres|Moles Funeral Home.
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WEBBER, Benjamin M., age 59, of 6496 Mt. Baker Hiway, Deming, passed away at a local hospital Tuesday, June 24, (1975). Mr. Webber was born at Roache Harbor, August 27, 1915. He had been a resident of the Kendall area for the past 23 years and had been employed as a truck driver. He served in the U.S. Army in WWII and was a member of the American Legion Post 212 of Sumas. Surviving is his wife, Verona at home; 1 son, Lawrence of Spokane; 2 sisters, Legia Mahlum and Jane Fultz, both of Everett. Services will be held at Veroske's Bellingham Chapel Friday, June 27 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Carl Fischer officiating. The Sumas American Legion No. 212 will have graveside ceremonies. Interment will be at Columbia Valley Cemetery.
WEBBER, Stephen – A memorial service for Stephen Webber of Bellingham will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at
Congregational Church. Mr. Webber died Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 30. Born Feb. 10, 1970 to
Bert and Sue Webber in Bellingham, he was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Survivors include his parents
and sister Leila, all of Bellingham, and one niece and one nephew. Mr. Webber was a journeyman for the Local
Carpenter's Union and has worked for Impero Construction for many years. He loved fishing, crabbing, carpentry
and gardening. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 21 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WEBER, William - Funeral services for William Valentine Weber, 65, who died at his home, 2721 Park Drive, Friday, will be conducted from the Harlow-Hollingsworth funeral home Monday at 1:30 p.m. with the Revs. Russell Gregg Bisnett and W. Carl Calhoun officiating. The final resting place will be Bay View cemetery. Mr. Weber was a member of the First Presbyterian church and had resided in Bellingham thirty-five years. Surviving relatives are the widow, Eleanor, at home; a son, Richard and a granddaughter, Helen Louise Weber, at Seattle.
WEBSTAD, Olga Marie, age 94 of Bellingham, passed away August 31, 2003. She was born on March 11, 1909 in Bellingham to Emil and Emma (Pederson) Larson. She attended Whatcom High School and spent her entire life here in Whatcom County. Olga married Reidar Webstad in 1936. She worked for 30 years at Kelstrup Realtors and also worked some time at Kress Dime Store. She was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church and enjoyed gardening, traveling, reading, and cooking. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reidar, in 1991. Olga is survived by her sons Howard and Norm Webstad of Bellingham; her sister Margaret Haugen of Bellingham; and two grandchildren. Graveside Services will be held at Bayview Cemetery on Thursday, September 4 at 11:00 a.m. Westford Funeral Home & Cremation Center.
WEBSTER, Larry of Bellingham, WA, passed away at home on April 14, 2007. He was born in Bellingham on December 11, 1953, to Jack and Myrtle (Brown) Webster. Larry graduated from Bellingham High in 1972 and received a degree from Palmer college of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, in 1986. In 1978, Larry married the love of his life Vicki (Parris). He is survived by wife Vicki, sons Brent and Kyle Webster, parents Jack and Myrtle Webster, brother Bob (Eva) Webster, sister Cathy (Steve) Jensen, Aunt Barb Wilson, and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family, including his hunting buddy and brother-in-law Steve Parris. Larry was preceded in death by his beloved brother Denny Webster. Larry must have had "gypsy" blood because he
always needed to see what was around the next bend. His last occupation was an over-the-road truck driver, which he dearly loved. He also loved hunting, fishing and music. His advice to us all: "Live like you are dying." A private family service was held.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Apr 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WEEDA, Harvey - Visitation for Harvey Weeda of Lynden will be from 1:30 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday at Gillies Funeral Home. Burial will be in Monumenta Cemetery at 1:15 p.m. Wednesday followed by a funeral at 2 p.m. at Faith Reformed Church with the Rev. Al Honken officiating. Mr. Weeda died of cancer at home Saturday, April 26, 1997. He was 53. Born June 10, 1943, to Arie and Johanna Zevenbergen Weeda in Lynden, he grew up in the Sumas area and graduated from Nooksack High School in 1961. Mr. Weeda attended Skagit Valley College and graduated from McDonald's Barber and Beauty College. He married Darlene VanDerWerff on Nov. 7, 1969, in Lynden. He operated Harvey's Barber Service in Bellingham and worked at Georgia-Pacific West Inc. mill from 1979 to 1995. Mr. Weeda was a member of AWPPW union No. 309 and the Faith Reformed Church. He enjoyed singing and hiking in the mountains. Survivors include his wife of the family home; daughter Kim Silva of Lynden; sons Matt Weeda of Sheridan, Wyo., and Andy Weeda of the family home; sisters Joan Baker of Ferndale, Lisa Needham of Nooksack and Heather Hamilton of Milton; brothers Herb Weeda of Nooksack and Harry Weeda of Mukilteo; one grandchild; and numerous other relatives.
WEEKS, Adoniram Judson, Rev., age 84 years, of Everett, passed away in that city Saturday, November 3, (1956). He was former resident of Lynden. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Norma Lovely, of Pinehurst, and Mrs. Eleanor Hasler of Seattle. One son, George, of Harbor City, California. Seven grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday Nov. 6, at 2 p.m. from the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden with Rev. Arliss Johnson and Rev. Roger Harrison officiating. Interment Lynden Cemetery.
WEEKS, Louise, Mrs. A. J. Weeks, for 34 years a missionary with the Karen people of Burma, died Wednesday (Oct. 18, 1950) at the age of 74 after a lingering illness. At the turn of the century she was principal of the Lynden school and with her husband returned to Lynden in 1937 after their long service in the Far East. She was born in Grand Junction, Mich., March 31, 1876. She married the Rev. A. J. Weeks, who survives, in 1905. Gillies funeral home at Lynden is making the arrangements.
WEEKS, Ryan John - On Aug. 2, 2003 Ryan John Weeks died at the young age of 22 while camping with friends at Lake Enjar in Skagit County. Ryan was born on Oct. 4, 1980 to Doug and Paula Weeks in Everett. A Whatcom County resident since 1987, he was a 1999 graduate of Mount Baker High School. Growing up, Ryan excelled in both soccer and basketball. Through select soccer programs such as the Whatcom County F. C. Rangers, he was able to develop skills that led to great achievements, including receiving rewards such as All-League second team midfielder in his freshman and sophomore year to first team All-League defender for his junior year. He led the Mount Baker High School soccer team to its first state berth by scoring the winning goal in a district finals shoot-out. In his senior year he continued his excellence by receiving first team All-League defender along with the prestigious award of Player of the Year for the North Cascades Conference. As the starting guard and senior year captain of his basketball team, Ryan led them to many district tournaments. He was a respected player both on and off the court and field. Ryan married his high school sweetheart, Jaclyn Johnson, on Sept. 1, 2001 in LaConner. Choosing to remain close to family and friends, they resided in Sudden Valley. After high school Ryan stayed active in indoor and outdoor soccer leagues throughout Washington. At a young age he became a highly respected carpenter working from Whatcom to King County. He was able to share his talent and skills working for such companies as BMC West and Bay View Construction. In 2002, Ryan was able to live his dream and start his own company with his family, Weeks Construction Company, a trade and company passed on from his grandfather Everett Weeks. He is survived by family members including his wife, Jaclyn; Bailey, their dog; parents Doug and Paula Weeks; his brother Travis and "Gaupo"; grandmother Sadie Weeks; and in-laws Mike, Cathy, Abby and Stuart Johnson. Ryan also leaves behind many friends, which he would have loved to thank for all the good times they shared. Many people were touched by his caring heart and unconditional love. He will always be remembered by his bright smile, open arms and ability to light up a room with just his smile. Although Ryan is missed, his family and friends find comfort and peace knowing he is in Heaven above with his Lord and Savior. The celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2003 at 2 p.m. at His Place Community Church, 1480 South Burlington Blvd., Burlington, with viewing on Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Hulbush Funeral Home, 281 South Burlington Blvd. Services are direction by Weeks' Enumclaw Funeral Home.
WEFER, Norman Daniel "Wef" age 78, passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, February 9, 2007, at Highland Care Center in Bellingham, WA, from COPD. He was born in Bellingham on January 13, 1929, to Alta (Daniel) and Friedrich. Norman joined an older sister and brother at their home at Lake Samish. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1947, where he was active in the High School Band and Orchestra as he also was for 4 years at WWCE. During the summers of his college years, Norman was a life guard at Bloedel Donovan; his love of the water always dominated his life. He was a life-long member of the Mt. Baker
Hiking Club, following in his parents footsteps. Norman loved all kinds of water sports – water skiing, disking, sailing, canoeing, swimming. Later he took up snow skiing to keep up with his wife and kids. He was the happiest living by Lake Samish, where he spent his whole life. Norman was active in helping to create the Lake Samish Fire District #9 and served as secretary/treasurer to the Commissioners for 15 years, retiring from the Volunteer Fire Dept after 36 years. He retired from Georgia Pacific after 40 years. Norman was a Grange Member for 65 years. After retiring, he and Rita enjoyed many wonderful trips, both domestic and foreign. Norman was preceded in death by his sister, Harriett Barker, sister-in-law Rosemary Wefer, and brother-in-law Jack Snelson. Norman is survived by his wife Lorita of 54 years, son William "Bill" Wefer (wife Dawn), daughter Shannon Hiegler (husband Tom), grandchildren Tristan and Meghan Hiegler, brother Winton Wefer, sister-in-law Colleen Snelson. He is also survived by his nephews: Greg Snelson (wife June), Fred Wefer, Herb Barker (wife Vicki); nieces: Terri Snelson and Wendy Wefer-Clinton (husband Paul); numerous great-nephews and nieces; and last, but in no way least, many special cousins. Norman's passions in life were his family, friends, the mountains, and his beloved Lake Samish. Please come and join the celebration of Norman's life at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 16 in the Bayview Chapel at the funeral home. Sharing of stories will be welcome.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Feb 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WEFER, Rosemary - A private, family service for Rosemary Wefer of Bellingham will be held at a later date. Mrs. Wefer died Friday, Jan. 14, 2000, in Bellingham. She was 72. Born Jan. 23, 1927, to Peter and Millie O'Rourke in La Grande, Ore., she was a Lake Samish resident. On Sept. 8, 1951, she married Winton Wefer in Bellingham. Mrs. Wefer was a homemaker. Mrs. Wefer was active in Lake Samish Fire Auxiliary, PTA, Barbara Ann Guild and League of Women Voters. Her brother Peter O'Rourke Jr. died previously. Survivors include her husband son Fred Wefer daughter Wendy Wefer-Clinton sisters Darlene Villines, Francis McCoy and Kay Cameron four grandchildren one great-grandchild and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WEIDKAMP, Beryl C. of Lynden passed away at a Bellingham nursing home on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2001. He was 80. Graveside funeral services will be conducted on Thursday at 1 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park near Ferndale. A son of Theodore and Minnie (McPhail) Weidkamp, Beryl was born on the family homestead on Weidkamp Road northwest of Lynden on Dec. 3, 1920. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy as a Gunners Mate First Class aboard a P.T. boat. Following his discharge, he married his childhood sweetheart, Lois Pearson, in Lynden on Aug. 27, 1947. For 30 years, Beryl was a serviceman for Northwest Propane in Lynden. He retired in 1982. He loved his family and enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling in his motor home. He was a member of VFW Post #9301 of Lynden, the Clamdiggers Association and Pheasants Forever. Besides his parents, Beryl was preceded in death by his wife, Lois, in 1988 and four brothers, Harold, Willard "Chauncey," Milton and Ervin Weidkamp. Survivors include a son, Dave Weidkamp and wife Gay of Lynden; a daughter, DeAnne Johnson and husband Brian of Ferndale; five grandchildren; a special friend, Jean Horat of Lynden; two brothers, Vernon Weidkamp and wife Lois and Ira Weidkamp, all of Lynden; and many other relatives. Services are under the care of Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Lynden.
WEIDKAMP, Edward, member of one of Lynden's early pioneer families, passed away Tuesday (July 8, 1941) after a lingering illness. The immediate cause of death was a heart attack, and Mr. Weidkamp's passing came as a shock to scores of relatives and friends the Lynden district. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. this afternoon from Knapp and Knapp's Chapel. The Rev. D. E. Hatt, pastor of the Lynden Baptist Church will officiate. Burial will be made in the family plot in the Lynden Cemetery with six nephews of the deceased serving as pallbearers. Mr. Weidkamp came to the Lynden district when a boy of fifteen years, and he had made his home in Northwest Washington since that time. He was born in Illinois on September 20, 1867, and at the time of his passing was 73 years, 9 months and 18 days old. Surviving relatives include one sister, Mrs. Smith Wright of Ladner, B. C.; three brothers, Theodore and Henry of Lynden and Barney of Custer, and a number of nieces and nephews. (From The Lynden Tribune July 10, 1941)
WEIHE, Sarah B., age 83 of 2715 King St., passed away in Bellingham, on Tuesday May 15, 1979. She was born Sept. 16, 1895 in Mitchell, So. Dakota. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and the Ellen Heitbrink Circle, an active 50 year member of the Sehome Order Eastern Star Chapter 17 and the Amaranth Court No. 25. She was a past royal matron on Amaranth and also served as an officer in the Grand Lodge. She was the daughter of Harry L. Bras, Editor & Owner of the Centralia Daily Chronicle. Mr. Bras passed away in 1940. She is survived by 2 sons, Robert H. and Frederick A. Jr., 1 daughter, Helen L. Stamey, all of City, 1 sister, Mary Tobinski of Centralia, 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Services Friday May 18 at 10:30 a.m. at Jones Funeral Home with the Rev. C. Thomas Lane officiating. Cremation at Greenacres Memorial Park, with inurnment at the family plot in Bay View Cemetery.
(From The Bellingham Herald) Submitted by Karen F. Hulford
WEISENBURGER, Harold A. died April 22, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital in Bellingham. Born Feb. 25, 1916 in Farley, S.D. to Henry and Katharina (Bauder) Weisenburger. Harold moved to Whatcom Co. in 1935 and worked in Alaska in 1930's on the Elmendorf Air Force Base construction and for PAF at King Cove. He entered the U.S. Army in 1943 and served as a Tank Commander with the 736th Tank Battalion. He earned five Battle Stars for his European Service. Harold married Phyllis Anne Jenkins on Sept. 17, 1947. A 26 year employee of Whatcom Beverage, Harold was a retired member of the Teamster Local 151, F & AM. He was a life-long avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing each season and was a well-known pool player. Harold enjoyed serving as an unofficial ambassador of good will to the Russian ships calling in Bellingham. He spent many hours improving his Russian and helping with the ships' crews during their stay. He made many new friends each voyage. Harold was preceded in death by his parents and brother Henry. He is survived by his wife, at home; daughter and son-in-law Ellen and Verne Barnhill of Seattle; son and daughter-in-law Ken and Bonnie Weisenburger and granddaughter Lorena Ann Weisenburger of Bellingham. His surviving brothers and sisters and spouses are Gus & Jewell Weisenburger of Bellingham; Mrs. Ella Bergen and Mrs. Adina Rossiter of Loveland, CO; Salma and Ted Mohr of Loma Linda, CA; Ed and Sally Weisenburger of Lawton, OK; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held Saturday, April 25, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. at Westford Funeral Home. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
WELCH, Beverly Jean - A memorial service for Beverly Jean Welch of Bellingham will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Bill Turner officiating. Mrs. Welch died Sunday, March 2, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 53. Born Jan. 24, 1944, to Ray and Jean Anderson Mullenix in Cheyenne, Wyo., she lived in Whatcom County for 45 years. She married George Welch on Jan. 26, 1962, in Bellingham. Survivors include her husband of the family home, sons Michael Welch of Bellingham and Travis Welch of California, daughter Lorna Pipkin of Arizona, mother Jean Assink of Lynden, brothers Mike Mullenix of Lynden and Gordon Mullenix of Colorado and numerous other relatives.
WELCH, Ivan W. - A memorial service for Ivan W. Welch of Blaine will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Sunrise Baptist Church in Custer, with the Rev. Jon Aldrich officiating. Mr. Welch died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2000. He was 73. Mr. Welch died Saturday, Jan. 15, 2000. He was 73. Mr. Welch was born August 1, 1926, to Edd and Helen (Robinson) Welch in Webster, Wis. On Dec. 27, 1958, he married Hazel Davies in Newberg, Ore. Mr. Welch was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean War, and later worked for the U.S. Postal Service. Mr. Welch was an active member of Sunrise Baptist Church, where he served many years as an usher, greeter and coordinator for greeter activities. His brothers Kenneth and Garth Welch preceded his in death. Survivors include his wife, of the family home; sons Kenneth Welch of Edgewood and John Welch of Torrance, Calif.; daughter Barbara Hansen of Ferndale; brother Donald Welch of Snohomish; sister Dorothy Harris of Anchorage, Alaska; seven grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
WELCH, Pearl Frances died at home in Bellingham, WA June 6, 1997 surrounded by family. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, June 21, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. at Immanuel Bible Church, 2000 W. North St., Bellingham, WA with the Rev. David Erickson and the Rev. James A. Welch officiating. Pearl was born February 26, 1907 to Maynard and Lillian Wilkins in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. She became a Bellingham, WA resident when she married Ray H. Welch in 1979. She was active with him in hospitality and his home Bible studies throughout Whatcom and Skagit counties with the American Missionary Fellowship. Pearl was a Registered Nurse and a Public Health Nurse. She worked for the Los Angeles County Health Dept. doing clinic and emergency nursing. She pioneered health and baby clinics in many towns throughout LA county. She also worked in school nursing and general public health for San Diego County Public Health Dept. She was a long time member of Emmanuel Faith Community Church in Escondido, CA where she served as a deaconess and in other areas of the church. With a heart for foreign missions, she loved showing slides and informing groups or individuals of the Dani and other Irian Jaya tribes with whom her daughter and son-in-law worked in Indonesia. She was active in Child Evangelism Fellowship in San Diego County and helped her husband of 41 year, Henning "Pete" Peterson, in many lay ministries. Fun loving with a great sense of humor and loving, caring ways, fitted her well for the Christian camp nursing she did at Hume Lake and Green Oak Ranch Boys Camp in CA. Pearl did private duty nursing prior to her retirement in 1977. Major in Pearl's life was her personal relationship with God through her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, expressed continually in her great capacity to love people, show genuine interest in their lives, help and serve them so unselfishly. Some of her hobbies were reading, writing letters, sending cards, making up jingles about people, sending packages overseas, cooking, giving parties, putting together photo albums, card and post card scrapbooks, traveling (she especially enjoyed the mountains), showing hospitality and helping many who came or wrote to her. Preceded in death a son, Richard Peterson in 1944, husband Henning B. Peterson in 1975, Ray H. Welch in 1990, husband of 11 years, step-daughter, Mary Gayle Kowitz in 1995, sisters Marjory Mackay and Grace Huff in 1996. Pearl is survived by her daughter & son-in-law Carolyn and Jim Hively of Bellingham, WA, stepson, the Rev. James A. Welch and wife Marie of Sequim, WA. Grandchildren Jodee & Eddy Roddy of Lynden WA, Jenny & Jamie Collins of Bellingham, WA, James B. and Melanie Hively of Whittier, CA. Step-grandchildren Stan and Penny Welch of Bellingham, WA, Bruce & Jean Welch of Marysville, WA, Todd and Lisa Kowitz of Kettle Fallsl, WA. 3 great-grandchildren and 5 step great grandchildren. 2 sisters, Mrs. Helen Tappe of San Diego, CA and Mrs. Ruth Strahm of Brookings, OR, cousins and numerous nieces and nephews. Pearl was an endeared "second Mom" and "adopted" Grandma by many outside her immediate family. She was the rarest of gems to her immediate family, a large extended family and a wealth of friends from around the world. In her consistent, cheerful, gracious, loving character and ways she "...opened her mouth in wisdom and the teaching of kindness was on her tongue". Arrangements by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WELLER, Virginia Ruth, age 76, died March 13, 1997, in Bellingham. She was born on December 24, 1920, in Alhambra, CA to Lola and Ray Scovell. After the death of her father, Virginia was raised by her mother and her stepfather, Bert Railson. Virginia was a resident of Bellingham for the last 35 years. Virginia is survived by her loving husband, Russ, by her son and daughter-in-law, Russ Jr. and Elizabeth, by her grandchildren, Ryan, Trena, and Russ III, and by her great-granddaughter, Anna Marie. She is also survived by her sister, Betty Clay of El Monte, CA. Virginia was an active supporter of the Whatcom Museum of History and Art, where she was a former President of the Museum Society Board and recipient of the Will T. Neil award. She was also named as a distinguished Docent of the Museum. Virginia was the co-founder of two local businesses, Gallery 217 and P & W Frames. Virginia was an active member of the Friends of Western Gallery, the Mt. Baker Theater Stars, the Bellingham Music Club, the Ivy Garden Club, The Whatcom Textile Guild, and the Fairhaven Library Book Club. She was also an ardent fan and student of the opera. Virginia traveled extensively, and her overseas travels included visits to Europe, Guam, Republic of Palau, and Morocco. A reception in honor of Virginia will be held at 10:00 a.m. on March 24, 1997, at the Whatcom Museum of History and Art, 121 Prospect, Bellingham, Washington.
WELLMAN, Lynn J., age 86, of 1323 Chuckanut Dr., Bellingham passed away September 6, 1990. He was born January 28, 1904 in Plattevill, WI, and moved to Bellingham in 1927. He and his wife owned & operated Cresthaven Mobile Home Park. Survivors include his wife Gertrude Wellman; son, Charles & wife Patricia Wellman; grandchildren, Brad Wellman, Suzann, Christie & Molly Wellman, Erin Baumgart, Michael Riley, Sean Riley, Bridget Larsen, Shannon Holman; great grandchildren, Chelsea Christy, Caleb Christy, Blake Holman & Kelsey & Chase Larsen. Numerous nieces & nephews. Mass of Christian burial will be held 10 a.m., Monday, September 10, 1990 at Sacred Heart church with internment at Bayview Cemetery. Father Steve Sallis will be celebrant. Arrangements by Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel & Crematorium.
WELLS, Darlene Jewell – A memorial gathering for Darlene Jewell Wells of Ferndale will begin at 2 p.m. Sept 20 at the family home. Mrs. Wells died Tuesday, Sept 8, 1998, in Bellingham. She was 65. Born June 4, 1933 to Walter and Jewel Peterson Clark, she lived most of her life in Whatcom County. She married Bill Wells in 1955 in Ferndale. Mrs. Wells enjoyed drawing, painting and cooking. She was preceded in death by an infant son, William. Survivors include her husband of the family home; son Victor Nickols of Portland, Ore.; daughters Karen Dwyer and Brenda Mills of Ferndale; mother Jewel Jensen of Everson; brother Mort Jensen of Everson; seven grandchildren including David Wells, whom she raised; three great-grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Sep 1998) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WELLS, Donald Everett went home to be with his Lord, Monday, June 6, 2005 at the age of 86. Visitation hours will be from 1 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 9, at Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden. The family will be available to greet friends between 6 and 9 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Craig Hardinger on Friday, June 10, at 11 a.m. in the Nooksack Valley Baptist Church. Private burial will precede in Sumas Cemetery. Donald was the son of James and Esther (Lord) Wells and was born in Wenatchee on May 14, 1919. They moved to Whatcom County and then to Eureka, Montana where Don inducted into the U.S. Army in June of 1941. He was married to Laura Wolff on January 20, 1943 and following his discharge in 1946 they moved to Sumas. Don was employed at the U.S. Post Office in Sumas from 1953 to 1983. He was a member of the Nooksack Valley Baptist Church and the Rural Letter Carriers Assn. He also enjoyed collecting coins, stamps, postmarks, bowling and reading. Mr. Wells is survived by his wife Laura; son Royle and wife Mary Wells of Blaine; daughters Beverly and husband Hans VanderVeen and Darleen and husband Jerry Silves of Everson; eight grand and seventeen great-grandchildren. He was also preceded by a grandson, Jeff Silves. Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Lynden.
WELLS, Frances Ellen, born August 15, 1905, passed away on June 12, 1997 at Mills Memorial Hospital in Terrace, B.C. Formerly of 1437 Foster Street, White Rock, B.C. Predeceased by her husband Albert and son Ivan. Lovingly remembered by her daughters Shirley Kester (Martin - Williams Lake, B.C.) Norma Young (Bill - Terrace, B.C.) and daughter-in-law Edna Wells (Chilliwack, B.C.). She is also lovingly remembered by 14 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Funeral services to be held in Terrace at MacKay's Funeral Services on Saturday, June 14 at 2 p.m. Burial service to be held on Wednesday, June 18 at 2 p.m. at Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre, 14831 28th Avenue, Surrey, B.C.
WELLS, Willis Ristine Sr. – A memorial service for Willis Ristine Wells Sr. of Ferndale will be at 3 p.m. Friday at the home of Brenda Casteneda. Mr. Wells died Sunday, June 18, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 76. Born Oct 25, 1923 to Willis and Virginia (Ristine) Wells in Sumas, he had been a Whatcom County resident for 50 years. Mr. Wells worked as a welder for NASA and a salesman for Lockhead. He also worked on the Grand Coulee Dam and delivered newspapers in Whatcom County for the Seattle Post Intelligencer for more than 10 years. Mr.
Wells was a member of the Bellingham Yacht Club, Moose and Elks Lodges, American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Association of Retired Persons. His wife, Darlene Wells, died in 1998 and son Willis Wells Jr. died in 1957. Survivors include daughters Brenda Casteneda of Bellingham and Karen Dwyer of Ferndale, son David Wells of Ferndale, seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and many other family members.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 17 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WENDLING, Jeffrey Paul of Bellingham went to be with his Lord June 29, 2007, of natural causes. He was born June 30, 1971, in Centralia. He is survived by his parents Jack and Roma Wendling, 4 children, Michele, Danielle, Autumn and Jacob of Colville, a brother Daniel Wendling of Spokane, fiancée Kelly Longo and two children (Stephanie and Christopher), Uncle Tim and Aunt Linda Crockett of Centralia and numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 8 Jul 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WENNER, Ellen M. passed away suddenly Monday, April 24, 2006. Ellen was born in Hann Munden, Germany, on January 4, 1931. She was a lively child with a spirit of adventure that led her to immigrate to Canada alone at age 21 to marry her sweetheart, Walter Wenner. She came to America and worked in tailoring. Ellen had a nurturing, giving spirit. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother to her family. Ellen loved being with people and enjoyed the times she spent singing, and hiking with the local German Club. She was a tireless dynamo of energy who also enjoyed gardening, cooking and baking. Ellen always had a great cup of coffee and a piece of cake ready to serve you. We will miss you, "liebe Ellen, liebe Mutti, liebe Oma." Ellen is survived by Walter, her husband of 53 years, her daughter, Denise Baker and son-in-law Frank and grandson Hayden. She is also survived by sister Ruth Lingnau of Cologne, Germany. A celebration of Ellen's life will be held at 2 p.m. on May 5, 2006, at the Lake
Samish Park Lodge.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 30 Apr 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WENZL, Rae, age 60, passed away peacefully with her family at home December 12, 2002. Loving mother of
Tom (Christine) Wenzl of Mt. Vernon, Kathy (Randy) Kiespert of Dallas, TX; Chris (Melissa) Wenzl of Zillah, WA. Loving grandmother of Jennifer, T. J., Steven, Shawn, Matthew, Jacob, Lucas, Kassandra, Olivia, Baron, Chevonne, Ian and Tylor. Loving sister of Don MacDermand of Salem, OR. Beloved friend of Jeremiah Ransdorf and Sam. Rae was preceded in death by her parents Donald and Bernice MacDermand. Rae was a bright smile to all who knew her. Cremation arrangements under the care of Hawthorne Funeral Home and Crematory.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Dec 2002) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WERNER, Doris M., a precious Mom, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wed. July 11, 2007 at age 98. A long-serving pastor's wife and 1st grade teacher in Ohio, Iowa, Nebraska and Illinois, she is remembered for her love of children with special needs. She was married 50+ years to the Rev. Loyal E. Werner (deceased in 1991). She is survived by her son, Dr. Lance D. Werner (Ph.D. Univ. of Washington), a Geography professor for 18 years at Trinity Western University. A memorial service will be held Friday, July 20, 2:00 pm at Third Christian Reformed Church, 514 Liberty St., Lynden. She will be missed greatly for her spunk, loving dedication to disadvantaged children and a smile that could light up any darkness.
WERSTLER, David – A celebration of life for David Werstler of Bellingham will be celebrated in spring 2001 with a tree planting ceremony. Mr. Werstler died Monday, Sept 11, 2000 at his home. He was 57. Born May 3, 1943 to Carol and Mary (Mussulman) Werstler in East St. Louis, Ill., he grew up in the Midwest and graduated from Purdue University. Mr. Werstler finished his engineering degree at Colorado School of Mines and then moved to Cincinnati to work in the steel industry and obtain his master's degree in business from Xavier University while working for Armco Steel. For 15 years, he was a professor of manufacturing engineering technology at Western Washington University. Mr. Werstler served as a volunteer most of his life, and his love of the outdoors led to the formation of Volunteers For Outdoor Washington, which maintained trails in the backcountry and within Seattle urban parks. Most recently, he presided over the Mount Baker Llama Owners Club. He was active in the American Society for Engineering Education, Society of Manufacturing Engineers and the American Society of Metals, serving as an adviser to student chapters. He loved the mountains and the backcountry and spent many summers hiking and packing with his llamas, and skiing and snow shoeing in the winter. His parents died previously. Survivors include his wife Kathleen Marlowe, sister Suzanne Morgan and other relatives.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 15 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WESLEY, Julie went to be with her Lord on March 29, 2004, in Bellingham, WA. She was born in Chico, CA on March 3, 1933 to Josie (Nelson) and Joseph Francine. She loved and served the Lord since accepting Him as her Lord and Savior as a young child. She was a member of Immanuel Bible Church and was also a member of The First Christian Conference Center Council. She was known for her loving kindness to all who knew her, and it was her desire to serve the Lord in all she did. She enjoyed sewing, crafts and traveling, and she was an avid reader. Besides raising five children, Julie worked at a variety of jobs over the years. She retired from J. D. Olson Construction Co. in Orange, CA, where she worked as a secretary for ten years. Julie is survived by her husband Gene. They were blessed with five children. Daughter Pam Wegener preceded her in death, leaving her husband Phil and four children who live in Bellingham. Julie's surviving children are Karen Huwa, husband Larry, and two children of Greeley, Colorado; Lisa Conrad, husband Dan, and two children in Rochester Hills, Michigan; Shelli Elliott, husband Bret and three children of Riverside, California; and Scott Wesley of Ft. Collins, Colorado. She is also survived by her sister Rosalie Olson, brother Bill Francine, both of So. California, and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at Immanuel Bible Church in Bellingham at 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 7, 2004
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Apr 2004)
WEST, Clara Louise - Visitation for Clara Louise West of Bellingham will be from 1 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday with the Rev. Al Currier officiating. Mrs. West died at home Sunday, April 27, 1997. She was 76. Born Sept. 20, 1920, to Samuel and Lorena Wallace Davis in Chickamauga, Ga., she attended Ballard High School in Seattle. She married Albert West on Nov. 12, 1942, in Seattle. Mrs. West worked at Burien Pet Shop in the 1970s and moved to Bellingham in 1983. She enjoyed camping, fishing and gardening. She was preceded in death by son Carl West in 1996, brother John Davis and sister Vera Davis. Survivors include her husband of Bellingham; daughter Bonnie West of Hollister, Calif.; sisters Florence Grothberg of Little Fork, Minn., and Dorothy Olson of Seattle; and three grandchildren.
WEST, Johanna Van Hall "Nancy" died at her home of lung cancer Saturday, Feb 12, 2000. She was 64. A
memorial service was held Monday. Born May 24, 1935, in Amsterdam, Holland, she was a Holocaust survivor.
She moved to Bellingham three years ago from Bellevue. A stamp collector since the age of 12, Mrs. West
enjoyed ice skating and synchronized swimming in her youth. As an adult, she enjoyed square, round and
ballroom dancing, international travel and entertaining at home. She served as president of Seattle Holland
America, and of Washington State Archery Association for five years and was a member of Norwesters
camping group. She competed in archery for 20 years. Survivors include her husband of 30 years, Dan West;
sons Raoul Van Hall of Eugene, Ore, Dan West of Vancouver, Wash, and James West of Bellevue; daughters
Nanette West-Kirihara of Kent and Kimberly Van Hall of Bothell; and one grandchild.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WESTBROOK, Viola Jean passed away Sunday, August 17, 1997. Born in Roslyn, Washington, she graduated from Whatcom High School. During WWII, she worked for the U.S. Postal Service. Viola resided at the Leopold Inn the past 22 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver D. Westbrook in 1975. Viola was the daughter of Daniel and Nellie Shields. She is survived by one sister, Georgia Shields Ferguson of Bellingham; two brothers, Dr. Robert Shields of Vancouver, WA and Cecil Shields of Bellingham; 6 nieces and many dear friends and staff at the Leopold Inn. Visitation will be Tuesday from Noon until 5:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until noon at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held Wednesday, August 20, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. in Greenacres Memorial Park with Rev. Harvey Peterson officiating. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
WESTFORD, Swain A. – A celebration of life for Swain A. Westford of Arena, Wis., formerly of Whatcom County,
was held Sept. 5 at his daughter's home in Arena, with military honors provided by the Arena Veterans of Foreign Wars Post. Mr. Westford died Thursday, Aug. 31, 2000 at his daughter's home in Arena. He was 74. Born Aug. 24, 1926 to Sveinn and Hilga (Benson) Westford in Bottineau, ND, he lived in Whatcom County most of his life. He moved to Wisconsin five years ago. Mr. Westford served in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theater during World War II. On Feb. 14, 1947, he married Jean McVay. She died in 1995. Mr. Westford was a member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union Local 265 of Everett. He also worked as a commercial salmon and king crab fisher in Alaska for many years. Mr. Westford was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He loved the ocean and was proud of his Icelandic heritage and ability to speak the language. Twelve brothers and sisters also died previously. Survivors include daughters Julina Wallace-Schmid of Arena and Pamela Triggs of Pahrump, Nev.; brother Fred Westford of Bremerton; sister Lillian Cairns of Lake Montezuma, Ariz.; two grandchildren; and other relatives. Arrangements are by Gnewikow-Hooverson Funeral Home Mazomanie of Wisconsin.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 16 Sep 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WESTLUND, Elmer B., formerly of Bellingham, died of lung cancer Tuesday, Jan. 14, 1997, at Meridian Park Hospital in Tualatin, Ore. He was 95. At his request, no services will be held. His ashes will be placed in Bayview Cemetery. Born March 20, 1901, to Peter and Agnes Bjorkgren Westlund in Elsie, Neb., he was raised in Bellingham. Mr. Westlund graduated from Bellingham High School and attended University of Washington. He married Millicent De Haven in 1924. A life member of Oswego Lake Country Club, he was an avid golfer. Mr. Westlund was preceded in death by his wife; his son, Warren; and his daughter, Susan. Survivors include daughter-in-law Pauline Westlund of Seattle, son-in-law Lloyd Kepferle of Hazard, Ken., seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
WETHERELL, Floyd F. "Pappy" 82, 3517 Birch Bay-Lynden Road, died at home Saturday, Oct. 3, 1992. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday at Greenacres Funeral Home in Ferndale. Born Oct. 9, 1909, in Joplin, Mo., to Fred and Mary Ellen Wetherell, he married Lucielle R. Siler on Jan. 4, 1937. Mr. Wetherell was a resident of Custer since 1988, having lived previously in Wildemar, Calif. He worked for Masterbuilt and Pacific Fence and for the Baldwin Park School District before retiring in 1976. Survivors include his wife of Custer; sons Gary Wetherell of Plymouth, Mass., and Terry Wetherell of Birch Bay; daughter Suzanne Jacobsen of White Rock, B.C.; brother Eugene Wetherell of Joplin; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
WETHERELL, Nellie V., age 81 of 1224 Cornwall Ave., passed away Thursday, Dec. 28, (1967). Formerly of 337 High St., Mrs. Wetherell was an 80-year resident of Bellingham. She was a member and past president of the Aftermath Club, the DAR and Business and Professional, Women. Surviving are her husband, William T., at home; one daughter, Mrs. June Frame in New York City; two grandsons, Captain Michael Frame, USAF in California and David Frame in Germany. Services are pending at the Jones Funeral Home.
WETHERELL, Terry L. - A memorial service for Terry L. Wetherell of Birch Bay will be at 6:30 tonight at The Church if Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ferndale with Bishop Lloyd Ford and Roy Alcorn officiating. Mr. Wetherell died Saturday, Feb. 8, 1997, at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center in Blaine. He was 56. Born Feb. 6, 1941, in Joplin, Mo., to Floyd F. and Lucielle R. Siler Wetherell, he lived in Whatcom County since 1989. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he also was involved in the Awesome Program for adaptive water sports and enjoyed kayaking. He was preceded in death by his father in 1992. Survivors include his mother of Custer, sister Suzanne Jacobsen of White Rock, B.C., brother Gary D. Wetherell of Plymouth, Mass., four nieces, one nephew and four grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
WHALEN, Ona Miller died Tuesday, Sept. 9, 1997. A private service will be held. Mrs. Whalen was preceded in death by her husband, Pat, in 1984 and brother Bill in 1957. Survivors include son Alan Bower; daughters Dixie Cutler, Kim Pringle and Michelle Pomada; stepson Peter Whalen; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
WHARTON, James J., age 44, of Route 5, Old Samish Highway, passed away suddenly at his home, Tuesday, December 18, (1951). Mr. Wharton was a lifetime resident of Bellingham, and was the owner of Wharton's Upholstering. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias. Mr. Wharton is survived by his wife, Ellen Marie; one son, James Carl; two daughters, Joan and Jean Ellen, all at home; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wharton, Bellingham; and one sister, Mrs. Coralie Gibson, of Nevada. Funeral services were conducted Friday, December 21, at 2 p.m. within the Cathedral Chapel of the Westford-Beck Funeral Home with the Rev. Daniel E. Taylor, pastor of the Garden Street Methodist Church, officiating. Interment, Greenacres Memorial Park.
WHEELER, Floyd E., age 74 of 6005 James Rd., Deming, passed away Tuesday, June 24, (1975). Mr. Wheeler was a 28 year resident of this community, a retired printer, member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and the Typographical Union. Surviving wife, Elinor; 2 sons, Spencer of Deming, Don of Everett; 3 daughters, Mrs. Patience Powell of Tacoma, Mrs. Lynda Putnam, Mrs. Roxanne Smart, both of Colville, Wash. 15 grandchildren; 1 sister, Mrs. Blanche Jacobsen, St. Petersburg, Florida. Cremation Services Thursday, July 3 at 2 p.m. at the Urn Garden, Bay View Cemetery under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home.
WHEELER, Irene - A graveside service for Irene Clymer Wheeler of Bellingham will be at 2 p.m. today at Woodlawn Cemetery. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Community Baptist Church. Mrs. Wheeler died Monday, Jan. 12, 1998, in Bellingham. She was 94. Born Sept. 15, 1903, to Henry and Mabel Constant Clymer in the Wiser Lake area, she grew up in Seattle and moved to Bellingham in 1949. A cook for the Meridian School District, she was a member of Community Bapist Church. Mrs. Wheeler was preceded in death by her husband, Henry, in 1958. Survivors include her daughter, Betty Till of Bellingham; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WHETMORE, Catherine, age 74 passed away August 20, 2007 in Bellingham. She was born on August 1, 1933 in Vancouver, B.C. to Alexander and Elizabeth Cunningham. Catherine was married to California State Senator James Whetmore. She is survived by her children, Daniel Alexander Gilmore of Vancouver, B.C. and Tracy Gilmore of Bellingham, and grandchildren Sara, Jamie and Adam.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Aug 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WHITMORE, Lydia N. of Union Gap, died Thursday, January 8, 1998 at Parkside Nursing Care Center. Lydia was born on January 27, 1905 in St. Charles, Illinois, to William H. and Mercedes (Smith) Null. She was raised and educated in St. Charles. She married Frank D. Whitmore in Canada. They lived in B.C. Canada until retiring when they moved to Southern California. Frank died in 1973, and in 1976 Lydia moved to Yakima to be by her family. Lydia was a member of the Gold Star Mothers, and a life member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary. She had been a member ofo the Presbyterian Church when she lived in Canada, and was very active in the church, acting as an elder and teaching Sunday school. Lydia was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a son Ronald P. Volskey, a brother Edmund D. Null and a sister Ethel W. Sybrant. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law Harry and Winifred Volskey of Portland, and Dean and Helen Volskey of Yakima, a sister Helen Hatch of Mercer Island; 6 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Shaw and Sons. Funeral Services will be held on Monday at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel. Private burial will be at West Hills Memorial Park at a later date.
WHITAKER, Clyde Thomas, formerly of Bellingham, died Friday, May 23, 1997, in Fairbanks, Alaska. He was 47. A memorial service will be held in Fairbanks. Born Nov. 11, 1949, in Dillingham, Alaska, he attended Bellingham High School. Mr. Whitaker lived in King County for 23 years and worked for the City of Redmond from 1978 to 1987. He also worked as a truck driver. He enjoyed camping and fishing. He was preceded in death by his son, Tom Whitaker Jr., in 1990. Survivors include his former wife, Linda Whitaker, of Redmond; daughter Kristi Whitaker of Redmond; father and stepmother Bill and Betty Whitaker of Bellingham; mother Hilda Curtis of Fairbanks; brothers Ed Whitaker of Bellingham and Troy Tittle of Fairbanks; sisters Theresa Tittle of Fairbanks and Jody Whitaker of Bellingham; one grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.
WHITAKER, Leo L. - Funeral Mass will be celebrated for Leo L. Whitaker of Bellingham at 1 p.m. Thursday at Church of the Assumption with the Rev. Jay DeFalco officiating. Graveside services will follow at Bayview Cemetery. Mr. Whitaker died Sunday, Oct. 26, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 86. He was born November 14, 1910, to Joseph and Marie Whitaker in Minot, North Dakota. He was raised in the Everett area until his teens when the family moved to Bellingham. He graduated from Whatcom High School in 1931. Leo married June Goeke on February 29, 1936. He worked for many years at The Bellingham Bakery before establishing his own T.V. repair business in the 1950's. Mr. Whitaker served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the South Pacific. He belonged to the Mt. Baker Motorcycle Club as a young man. He was a lifetime member of The Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed traveling. He was a lifelong member of the Catholic Church and interested in supporting charities. Survivors include wife June of the family home; daughter Trudy and son-in-law Craig Comfort of Bellingham; brother David Whitaker; sisters Elsie English and June Miller of Kirkland; grandsons Troy Comfort and Jay Comfort and his wife Gwen Comfort. The services and arrangements are under the direction of The Jerns LeVeck Funeral Chapel of Bellingham.
WHITE, Isaiah Lee - A memorial service for Isaiah Lee White will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Grace Community Church in Maple Falls followed by a potluck meal at 1 p.m. at Mount Baker Baptist Camp. Mr. White died Thursday, Oct. 16, 1997, in Glacier. He was 23. He was born Sept. 12, 1974, in Orange, Calif., and was a local resident since 1989. He married Jacklyn Forrest March 31, 1995, at Silver Lake Park. Mr. White worked as a mechanic and in construction. His hobbies included cars and working on and riding motorcycles. Survivors include his wife, son Isaiah White, daughter Ashley Campbell, mother and stepfather Belinda and Matt Miller, brothers Noah White and Enoch White, sister Amber Thatcher, grandmother Rose Kleweno and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WHITE, James C. W. of Lemon Grove, Calif., formerly of Blaine, died Thursday, May 4, 2000. He was 79. Born
in Marshalltown, Iowa, he had lived in Blaine for the past nine years before moving to the San Diego area. Mr.
White served in the US Navy during World War II and attained the rank of captain. Mr. White graduated from
San Diego State University and the University of California at Berkeley. Mr. White was a retired optometrist.
Mr. White was active in Semiahmoo Men's Club and city of Blaine affairs. He also had been an active member
of Alcoholics Anonymous since 1953. Survivors include sons Chris White of San Diego and Dan White of
Penticton, B.C.; sister Patricia White Shea of Lemon Grove Calif.; and two grandchildren. Arrangements are by
the Neptune Society.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Jun 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WHITE, Sue Ann - Graveside services for Sue Ann White, 62, of 1531 Hell-lyn Place, will be at 3 p.m. today at Bayview Cemetery. The body will be cremated. Mrs. White died Wednesday (Aug. 21, 1991) in Bellingham. She was born as Sue Ann Johnston on Nov. 30, 1928, in Lancaster, Minn. She lived in Whatcom County off and on throughout her life, graduating from Blaine High School and returning permanently in 1988. Mrs. White was a member of Bethany Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Bernard J. White of the family home; two daughters, Patricia Alexander of Reno, Nev., and Brenda White of LaFayette, Ore.; sons, Gary Swann and Craig Swann, both of Phoenix, Ore.; a step-son, Jerry White of Kent; six sisters, Eleanor Skogstad, Dorothy DeGolier and Hazel Munger, each of Bellingham, Elva Woods of Glasgow, Mont., Cora Shostrand of Clovis, Calif., and Ruby Goth of Las Vegas, Nev.; brothers Clarence Johnston of Almira, Wash., and Harold Johnston of Puyallup; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WHITE, Velma Ergler, age 27, passed away Saturday, June 4, (1949) in Newton, Iowa, following a lingering illness. Mrs. White had spent most of her life in Bellingham, having gone to Newton, Iowa, about two years ago to reside. Surviving relatives include her husband, Joseph White, her mother, Mrs. Byron Button and step-father Bron Button, both of Wenatchee, Wash; one brother, John Ergler, Everett, Wash.; one step-brother and two step-sisters, Ardell Button, Seattle, Mrs. Fern Reynolds, Everett, Wash.; and Arlene Chockley, Wenatchee, Wash.; also numerous other relatives. The remains rest at the Bingham-Dahlquist and Jerns Funeral Home where funeral services will be conducted Saturday, June 11 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Charles Muir officiating. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery.
WHITE, Velma K., 87, of Bellingham died Sunday, January 4, 1998 in Bellingham. She was born January 17, 1910 in Lockwood, MO to Thomas A. and Lizzie S. (Smith) Dunlap and was a resident of Whatcom Co. since 1918. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband Clarence A. White on May 13, 1968 and by her sister Anna Eldred. Survivors by (sic) daughter Doreen E. and husband Earl Funston of Seattle; son, Roger and wife Lois White of Port Angeles, WA; grandchildren, Grady Brown, Becke Strickland, Kelly White,Kerry Gobbell and Chris White; seven great-grandchildren. Funeral Service will be held Thursday, January 8, 1998, 1:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jack Keller of Ferndale Church of Christ officiating. Private burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
WHITENER, Betty Jean – At her request, there will be no services for Betty Jean Whitener of Bellingham. Mrs.
Whitener died Friday, March 10, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 72. Born March 6, 1928 to Charles and Georgia
(Sheperd) Caldwell in Blanchard, Okla., she had been a Whatcom County resident since 1968. Mrs. Whitener
was a member of the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks Lodge No. 194 Auxiliary and had been the
organization's bookkeeper for many years. Her husband Paul Whitener died in 1977. Survivors include sons
Chris and Don Whitener, both of Bellingham and grandchildren Stephen, Kevin and Eric Whitener. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 14 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WHITSELL, Gayle Dean - A memorial service for Gayle Dean Whitsell of Lake Stevens will be at 2 p.m. Jan. 19 at Lake Stevens High School Performing Arts Center. Mr. Whitsell died at home Friday, Jan. 3, 1997. He was 69. Born March 15, 1927, to George Whitsell and Edith Kuehnoel Whitsell in Bellingham, he graduated from Meridian High School in 1945. He served in the U.S. Navy for two years. Mr. Whitsell graduated in 1951 from Western Washington State College, now Western Washington University, with a degree in education. His first teaching position was at Meridian Grade School, where he also coached basketball. Mr. Whitsell moved to Lake Stevens in 1953 to teach high school and coach basketball and baseball. He retired in 1982.
He served as a Lake Stevens City Council member and as mayor from 1961 to 1967, and was president of Lake Stevens Historical Society and of the League of Snohomish County Historical Organization. Honored as 1985 Citizen of the Yea by the Lake Stevens Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Whitsell helped establish the town's library and museum. He also was involved in the annual Aquafest. He received the Clifford Boyce award for outstanding service in 1983 for his work to create Traffic Safety Education Program and, in 1988, for co-founding and serving on the Snohomish County DWI Task Force. He was a member of the Ebenezer Lutheran Church.
Mr. Whitsell was preceded in death by his brother Howard Whitsell, sister Georgie Berwick and son Monty Whitsell. Survivors include Anne, his wife of 50 years; daughter Cyndi Fraser of Lake Stevens; son Brad Whitsell and Scott Whitsell, both of Lake Stevens; brother Bill Whitsell of Mount Vernon; sisters Vera McCollum and Lois Johnston, both of Bellingham, Helen Henderson of Everett and Joyce Brewer of Tigard, Ore.; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Cassidy Funeral Home in Everett.
WHYTE, Russell J. – There will be no service for Russell J. Whyte of Bellingham. Mr. Whyte died Tuesday,
March 21, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 87. Born Dec 22, 1912, in Waukegan, Ill he had been a local resident
since 1991. Mr. Whyte married Kathryn Strand in 1946. She died in 1995. Mr. Whyte was retired and was a
member of Kiwanis. His hobbies included golf, model railroads and radio-controlled aircraft. Survivors include
daughter Teri Ann Frank of Orcas Island, two grandchildren, one great-grandchild and six nieces and nephews.
Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 23 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WIBURG - Nels, aged 94 years, passed away at the home, 310 Champion Street, Wednesday, May 3, (1944). Mr. Wiburg had been a resident of Bellingham for the past forty-three years. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Martha Wiburg, of the home; two daughters, Mrs. W. B. Hopple, of Bellingham, and Mrs. J. R. Parker, of Inglewood, California; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be conducted Monday, May 8, at 2 p.m. in the Cathedral Chapel of the Westford-Beck Funeral home by the Rev. John King Mitchell, pastor of the St. James Presbyterian church. Interment, Woodlawn.
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WICKHAM, Katharyn, 92, of Blaine died Sunday, Oct. 4, 1992, at St. Joseph Hospital. Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Jerns McKinney Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Peace Arch Assembly of God Church, 1112 Harrison Ave., in Blaine, with the Rev. Hines officiating. Burial will follow at Enterprise Cemetery. She was born June 12, 1900, in Munich, Germany. Mrs. Wickham lived in Whatcom County for 30 years and was a member of Peace Arch Assembly of God Church. She enjoyed her yard and flowers. Survivors include her son, Robert Wickham of San Bernadino, Calif.
WIEBE, Frena - Visitation for Frena Wiebe, formerly of Whatcom County, will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at Moles Funeral Home chapel. A funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Birch Bay Bible Community Church with the Rev. Jim Totzke officiating. Burial will follow in Enterprise Cemetery. Mrs. Wiebe died Monday, May 12, 1997, in Bakersfield, Calif. She was 87. Born March 22, 1920, to David and Anna Kliewer Karber in Boyd, Okla., she moved to Ulysses, Kan., at the age of 16. She married Bernard Wiebe on Aug. 25, 1929, in Ulysses; they moved to Whatcom County in 1937. A charter member of Birch Bay Bible Community Church, Mrs. Wiebe taught Sunday and Vacation Bible School, sang in the choir and participated in the Ladies Sewing Circle. She enjoyed dramatic readings, sewing, crocheting, gardening and reading. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1976. Survivors include daughter Doris Fleishauer of Bakersfield; sons Dean Wiebe of Bellingham and Ray Wiebe of Grants Pass, Ore.; brothers Ed Karber of Custer, Dave Karber of Everett and Jake Karber of Oklahoma; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
WIEDERSPOHN, James L. – A memorial service for James Lee Wiederspohn of Blaine will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at
Evergreen Community Church in Ferndale. Mr. Wiederspohn died Monday, Dec. 25, 2000. He was 60. Born
July 2, 1940 to Louis and Velma Wiederspohn in Bellingham, he was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mr.
Wiederspohn was a mechanic who worked in various positions in Whatcom County. He loved automobiles,
clam-digging and boating. Survivors include sons Barry and Bryan, brothers Dave and Rick, sister Cathy, four
grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. Arrangements are by Gillies Funeral Home of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WIFLER, Ellen Jeanette,2015 24th St., #62, Bellingham, WA, passed away June 24, 1995 at home. She was 77 yrs. young. Born eldest daughter to Floyd and Jennie Clapper, March 30, 1918. Ellen was a life-long Bellingham resident and regular visitor to Lummi Island. Her many activities include O.E.S.; Past Matron of Sehome Chapter #17 O.E.S.; Order of Amaranth, Bellingham Court #25. She served on many committees, and loved people. Retired from Bellingham School District, she worked as Administrative Secretary to the P. E. and Music Departments, which she enjoyed very much. She also helped in the family business, "Wifler Signs." Ellen was recently preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Francis William Wifler. Surviving family includes children, Mike and Remy Wifler of San Diego, CA, Patricia Raichle of Woodinville, WA, John Wifler of Bellingham, Pamela Wifler of Bothell, WA; grandchildren, Wendy Ellen, Patrick Michael, Dawn Marie, Deborah Ellen, Christi Lynn, Heather Renee; great grandchildren, Genessa, Daniel, Thomas; sister, Lorelle Turpin of Kirkland, WA; and a large family of friends. Memorial service Thursday, June 29, 1995, 3:00 p.m., Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Reverend Larry Guderian officiating. Ritualistic Rites by Officers of Sehome Chapter #17, O.E.S.
WIGGINS, Dorothy, beloved wife of Donald Wiggins. Funeral Service January 12, (2009) at 11:00 a.m. Trinity Lutheran Church in Bellingham. Dorothy is also survived by Sandy Davissson, Kim Wiggins, Blake & Bruce Ferguson, their spouses, 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
WIGGS, Josephine Jean, age 78 of Lynden, was taken to be with her Heavenly Father at the Christian Health Care Center on Friday, July 7, 2007. She was the daughter of Ernest and Isabel (Enlow) Nichols and was born in Osawatomie, Kansas on December 30, 1928. Following high school, Jo Jean graduated from Baker University. She moved to Washington in 1950 when she married Eldon Wiggs in Seattle on September 1, 1950. She was a substitute teacher in many Western Washington schools. Following retirement Jo Jean and Eldon moved to Lynden in 1994. Jo Jean was a member of Faith Reformed Church in Lynden. She will be remembered for her shinning smile, abiding faith and servant heart. She was active in Girl Scouts as a leader and other activities included Christian women's Club, Children's Orthopedic Hospital Guild and Young Life. An avid bridge player, she enjoyed the challenges of that game. Golf was a passion in her later years. Jo Jean is survived by her husband Eldon; daughters Shannon of Gig Harbor and Debra of Bellingham and other members of the extended family. Jo Jean was preceded in death by her parents and sisters Ernestine Bennett and Wilesta Pierce.
WIGHT, Charles Franklin, age 78, of 2185 Seamount Avenue, Ferndale, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 1991. Born April 11, 1913 in Steubenville, Ohio to Richard and Virginia Wight, he has been a resident of Whatcom County since 1985, moving from Southern California; member of Jehovah's Witnesses. Survived by one son, Robert Wight of Bellingham; two daughters, Nancy Wight of Anchorage, Alaska and Virginia Olsen of Bellingham; 7 grandchildren; four great grandchildren. Funeral Service Monday, September 30, 1991, 1:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home with Mr. Leonard Ingraham officiating. Interment Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation Sunday, September 29, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WIGHT, Edna, age 87 of Lynden, died at the Christian Health Care Center on Saturday, May 31, 2003. Born Anna Edna Morton, she was the daughter of Joseph and Caldona (Goss) Morton and was born on November 17, 1915 in Snyder, Texas. She came to Whatcom County in 1939 and was married to Harold Wight in Everson on May 13, 1940. A home maker, Edna also helped her husband operate a dairy farm. Mrs. Wight was a former member and Deacon of the Everson Presbyterian Church and currently a member of Nooksack Valley Baptist Church. She also served as the Sunday School Secretary at both churches. Edna was a long-time active member of the Everson Club and she and Harold traveled for many years with the women's choir, The Joyful Sound. She also enjoyed sewing and crafts. Besides her parents, Edna was preceded by her husband Harold in 1999 and a total of eight brothers and sisters. Mrs. Wight is survived by daughters Shirley and husband Richard Fullner of Seattle, Ilene and husband David Campbell of Upland, CA. and Betty Wight also of Seattle; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and other relatives.
WIGHT, Udortha "Dolly" (Bailey), age 85, of Lynden passed away on Saturday October 28, 2006. She was born
on February 16, 1921 in Bellingham to Ben and Edith (Lott) Bailey. Dolly was a journeyman plastician for
Ershig's Inc. for 17 years until being medically retired. She loved to do crossword puzzles and play bingo and
she was an avid bowler for over 50 years until she had to give it up at age 77. Dolly enjoyed ballroom dancing
and loved to watch the Seattle Mariners. Her favorite player was Edgar Martinez. Dolly was a member of the
Eagles, Aerie #31 for 50+ years and the Sheet Metal Workers Union #66. She was preceded in death by first
husband, the father of her children, Hugh W. Wight in 1980; and her parents, Ben and Edith. Dolly is survived
by her son Hugh W. Wight, Jr. (Betty) of Everson; her daughters Judith Sundstrom of Bellingham, Patricia
Seward of Bellingham, Penny-Jo Mack (Dennis) of Graham, WA, and Kimberley Bailey of Lynden; 14
grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and one on the way and several nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service
will be held on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at 10 am at Greenacres Memorial Park.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Oct 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILBUR, Gary Lee - A prayer service for Gary Lee Wilbur Jr. of Tacoma will be at 7 p.m. Monday at Wex li em, Lummi Community Center. A funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Wex li em with the Rev. Tim Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in Lummi Nation Cemetery. Mr. Wilbur died Wednesday, Nov. 19, 1997, in Pierce County. Born Sept. 2, 1978 to Gary Wilbur and Ada Cooper in Bellingham, he was a member of the Indian Shaker Church 1910 for four years. Mr. Wilbur worked as a forklift driver in Tacoma and was a fisher, hunter and artist. Survivors include his mother of Bellingham; his father of Tulalip; brothers Joseph Wilbur, Joshua Wilbur and Earnest Revey Jr., all of Lummi, Reynold Julius of Walla Walla, Nolan Denunzio of Upper Skagit Tribe, and Jason Sands of Chicago; sister Valerie Wilbur of Lummi; grandmothers Clara Harvey of Marysville and Elsie Baker of Upper Skagit Tribe; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
WILBUR, Harry Lee, age 96, of Wickersham, WA, died Wednesday, April 16, 1997 at Bayside Health Care & Rehabilitation Center. Harry was born October 30, 1900 in Rodney, Michigan and came with his family to Samish Island, WA in 1902, later moving to Ferndale, WA. In 1924 he moved to Hartford, WA and lived there for several years. He moved to Wickersham, WA with his wife, Hazel, in 1952. Harry worked for Monroe Log Co. in Snohomish, WA and for Haner Logging Co. at Wickersham. Harry and Hazel enjoyed vacation time at Samish Island, boating and clam digging. Preceded in death by his first wife, Grace Wilbur, in 1948 and second wife, Hazel, in 1992; 3 grandsons and one granddaughter. He is survived by 5 daughters, Ethel and husband Bill Coryell of Mukilteo, WA, Sandy and husband Clyde Peterson of Lake Stevens, WA, Dorothy Hill of Reno, NV, Nellie Welborn of Lake Stevens, WA, Agnes and husband Dick Byers of Grangeville, Idaho; step-son Ernie Thomas and wife, Ruby; stepdaughter, Mae and husband Fred Hull all of Wickersham; 25 grandchildren, including a special granddaughter, Linda Anderson, of Wickersham; 48 great grandchildren. A Graveside Service will be Saturday, April 19, 1997, 1:00 p.m. at Saxon Cemetery. Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WILBUR, Laura E., 93, prominent Swinomish leader died at the Island Hospital in Anacortes Monday, June 2, 1997. She was born in LaConner December 26, 1903 the daughter of Billy and Annie Waun. She was educated in the Chemhawa Indian School and had lived in LaConner since. She married Tandy W. Wilbur October 25, 1925 in LaConner and the couple made their home on the reservation where they raised their family. At this time she was enrollment officer for the Swinomish Tribe. She had been very active in Indian affairs, being a member of the St. Paul's Mission of Swinomish, The Northwest Affiliated Tribes committee, The Skagit Valley Minorities Affairs Council, Washington State Council of Tribes, The National Indian Health Program, The Washington State Council of Aging, The LaConner Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee, an officer of the treasurer of the Swinomish Tribe, The Northwest Congress for the American Indians. She had worked 60 years for the tribal committee and over 50 years for the Swinomish Tribal Senate. Her husband preceded her in death in April of 1975, he had been Chief of the Swinomish Tribe for a number of years. Survivors are: 1 daughter, Lorraine Loomis of LaConner, 3 sons and 2 daughters-in-law, Claude Wilbur of LaConner, Marvin and Joan Wilbur of Anacortes, and Vincent and Gaye Wilbur of LaConner, the grandchildren of a son Tandy Wilbur, Jr. that preceded her in death are Nancy Wilbur Foster and Doug Wilbur both of LaConner, total of 15 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and nephews, Billy Wilbur of Bellingham, Pat Wilbur of Seattle and Levi Wilbur in Oregon. Rosary services will be held in the St. Paul's Mission on the reservation at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 5, 1997 with Funeral Mass to be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in LaConner at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 6, 1997 with committal to follow at the Swinomish Cemetery on the reservation under the direction of the Kern Funeral Home of Mt. Vernon.
WILES, Emma Freda Brandt, age 95, former Burlington resident currently of Marysville, passed through the veil on Monday, January 21, 2002 at Providence Hospital in Everett. Born May 16th, 1906 in the Saxon District of Whatcom County, she was a daughter of Oscar and Minna Brandt who came to Whatcom County in the 1890's. She graduated from Mount Baker School, and attended Normal School in Bellingham. Emma met her husband, Troy in a logging camp. They were married June 11, 1930. Having grown up in the Saxon District, they lived throughout Washington State, which included Burlington for many years, and the last 30 years in College Park, just west of Walla Walla. The last two years she has been living in Marysville. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Troy and Fawn-Foon Wiles, Jr. of Marysville; five grandchildren, Debbie Siddoway, Brendia Leatham, Frank Wiles, David Wiles, Kathleen Wiles; 18 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews throughout the world. She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband; seven brothers, Oscar Jr., Walter, Ernst, Arthur, Barnhard, William and Albert; one sister, Helen; one son LeRoy. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 25, 2002 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Hulbush Funeral Home, Burlington. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 26,2002 at Bow Cemetery under the direction of Hulbush Funeral Home.
WILEY, Cornelia (Connie) - Visitation for Cornelia (Connie) Wiley of Everson is scheduled from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday at Gillies Funeral Home, 202 Front St. in Lynden. Burial will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Monumenta Cemetery followed by a funeral at 2 p.m. in Sumas Advent Christian Church, 125 Front St., with the Rev. Jim Osborne officiating. Mrs. Wiley died Friday, March 7, 1997, at the Christian Health Care Center in Lynden. She was 76. She was born in Pease, Minn., Dec. 13, 1920, to Herman and Frances (Zwiers) Scheffer. She moved to Whatcom County in 1937. She married her husband Hershel Wiley in Sumas Sept. 28, 1941. Mrs. Wiley was a checker for Haggen Inc. for 16 years and member of the Retail Clerks Union in Bellingham. She was a member of the Sumas Advent Christian Church, where she taught Sunday School for more than 40 years. She is survived by her husband Herschel of Everson; daughters Karen Reamer of Bellingham, Sandra Englehorn of Olympia, Lori Hower of North Bend and Kathleen Nicol and Terri Ryan of Everson; 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild; sisters Jeanne Mutic of Ferndale and Harriet Groen and Katherine VanRy of Lynden; and numerous other relatives.
WILKE, Valerie passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2006. Born August 6, 1931, she is survived by her dear
husband of 52 years, Bob, daughter Dana McCarthey, son-in-law Bill, grandsons Mike and Cory of
Bellingham, WA; son Dave, daughter-in-law Linda, and grandchildren of California Val was a very special
person and touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Her contagious laughter, unforgettable smile, and sense of humor will be forever remembered and missed by all. The love she had for her family and friends was obvious to all who knew her. The privilege of knowing Val was something to be cherished. Val was a ray of sunshine in every life she touched. Family and friends were always blessed to be in her company. Please join us for Celebration of Val's Life at an Open House on Sunday, January 22, at 3 p.m. at the family home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 20 Jan 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILKERSON, Karen Lore, age 49 of Bellingham, passed away Sunday, November 23, (2003). She was born October 18, 1954 in North Hollywood, California to Robert and Lore Wilkerson. She moved to Whatcom County in 1974 where she has lived since. In Karen's early years in Whatcom County, she worked at the Chicken Farm on Mosquito Lake Road, the Mushroom Farm on Hwy 9, Acme Cafe, Hungry Bear Cafe, and delivered newspapers. Karen was always independent and took care of herself. She worked her way up in the Marriott Corporation at Western Washington University from cook to the Director of Food Services for the Ferndale School District. She was very accomplished and won many awards in her personal life. Karen had a great love of the outdoors and photography. She loved to swim and sunbathe at the Nooksack River and was always up for a day at the beach. Music was a big part of her pleasure in life. Karen loved to cook and was known for her hospitality and her generous nature. She was the embodiment of love and compassion: the most loyal friend, sister, and daughter. Karen's compassion led her to participating in Big Sister/Little Sister program. Karen enjoyed cars and was very mechanically inclined. She never hesitated to pull out an instruction manual to fix or program whatever device she was working on. She loved flowers and always marked special occasions with a gift of a bouquet. Karen is survived by her father Robert Wilkerson of Mt. Vernon; mother Lore Wilkerson of Laguna Wood, CA; brother Earl Wilkerson of Orem, UT; and many other relatives and close friends. Karen touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Her warmth and love will be greatly missed. For her friends and family, the hole left in our lives will never be filled. She left us much too early in life, but her memory will always be honored and celebrated. A visitation will be held on Friday, November 28 at Westford Funeral Home from 2-4 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held at the Ferndale High School Auditorium on Saturday, November 29 at 1:30 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 28 Nov 2003) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILKINS, Ruth Elizabeth, age 81, of Blaine died July 6, 1997 at St. Joseph Hospital. She is survived by a daughter Jean Jellum of Custer, a son Robert Wilkins of Bothell, a sister Helen Goodwin of Atascadero, California & a brother, John Harley Bridgman of Calif. There are also 11 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren & 2 great-great grandchildren. She was one of Jehovah's Witnesses. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 1997, 4 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 7053 Enterprise Road, Ferndale.
WILKINSON, Arthur H., 84, of Bellingham, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2002. Art was born on August 10, 1918, in Seattle to Herbert C. and Elma (Johnson) Wilkinson. The family moved to Bellingham the following year, and Art lived in Bellingham the rest of his life except for his military service during World War II. Art graduated from Whatcom High School and attended Western Washington College of Education. During WWII, he served in the Army Air Corps at Eglin Air Field, Florida. Art married Doris Schneider on May 18, 1943. He was a longtime member of Garden Street United Methodist Church, singing in the Garden Street chancel choir for over 70 years. He worked for Cascade Natural Gas for 27 years, retiring in 1983. Art enjoyed music, gardening, walking, and most of all, spending time with his family and friends. Art's family and friends were important to him and they will miss his affection and sense of humor. Art is survived by his wife of 59 years, Doris, his children Mary Wilkinson and husband Joe Ford of Olympia, Mark Wilkinson, of Bellingham, Jean Wilkinson, husband Jim Fulton, and Art's grandkids Andy and Lydia Fulton, all of Olympia and Joe and Carol Wilkinson of Bellingham. He is also survived by his sister Margaret Cheney of Everett, sister-in-law Florence Wilkinson of Portland, and a large extended family. Art was preceded in death by his brothers Herb and David. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 28 at 2:00 p.m. at Garden Street United Methodist Church in Bellingham. Jones|Moles Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
WILKINSON, Deborah Kay, Wilkinson, 42 of Bellingham, died after a brief illness on September 6, 2003. She was born on August 23, 1961 in Everett, WA. Deborah was teaching English Literature at Western Washington Univ. while working on her master's degree. Deborah is survived by her daughter Kari Lyn Avila and husband of Ellensburg, son Adam Wilkinson of Bellingham, mother Kathleen Mitchell of Marysville and father Wayne Mitchell of Virginia, brother Brad Mitchell of Bothell, grandmother Dorothy LaFever of Longview, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and beloved friend and companion, James Shields. The Memorial Service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at Purdy & Walters at Floral Hills Funeral Home, Lynnwood.
WILKINSON, Herbert C. – A memorial service for Herbert C. Wilkinson of Portland, Ore, formerly of Whatcom
County, will be at 2 p.m. Friday at First Congregational Church of Kirkland, United Church of Christ, in
Kirkland. Mr. Wilkinson died of complications caused by cancer on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2000 in Portland. He was
88. Born Nov. 15, 1912 in Eatonville, he graduated from Whatcom High School and Western Washington
College of Education. He married Florence Ebright in February 1936. Mr. Wilkinson was a school teacher who
taught in the Lake Washington School District for 37 years before retiring. He enjoyed gardening, photography,
rock hounding and fishing. Survivors include his wife of Portland; daughters Joan McGrew and Judith
Edelman, both of Portland; sister Margaret Cheney of Everett; brother Arthur Wilkinson of Bellingham; four
grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 5 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILKS, Kenneth, - Born Dec. 16th 1928 in Stockport England, Kenneth Wilks graduated from Stockport College England with a BSEE and attended UCLA for post graduate school in Reliability and Environmental Simulation Engineering. He joined the British Royal Air Force in 1947. He has been a Test Engineer, worked for USAF research testing for space and also Aerospace devices. He is recognized for his contributions to space for the Apollo II space flight and the flight of the First Columbia Shuttle. He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Winifred Margaret Watson whom he married September 2nd 1950. The both loved to race Rally Cars, Kenneth drove and Winifred would navigate. They traveled together and liked to entertain friends. Kenneth's hobby was making movies of his travels and adventures. He leaves behind Winifred's relatives in England Edna May, Allan and Pauline May, their daughter Janet Stuart Smith, Glyn and Maureen May. The May family would like to thank Sandra Martinez and John Connell for the friendship they have supported him with through the past few years and the friends he made at the Willows. Jerns Funeral Chapel & On-site Crematory Bellingham, WA
WILLETS, Alice M., age 77, formerly of H Street Road, Lynden, passed away in Anchorage, Alaska, Wednesday, June 30, 1965 following an extended illness. A resident of Whatcom County since 1919 she had made her home in Anchorage for the past 10 years. Surviving are 4 sons, Fred and John Willits, both of Bellingham, David O'Connor of Longview, and Thomas O'Connor of Port Angeles; 1 daughter, Mrs. Alice Morino of Anchorage; 2 brothers, Albert Cobourne of Vancouver, B.C. and Thomas Cobourne in Ireland; 1 sister, Mrs. May Pattison of Courtney, B. C.; also 16 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in the Gillies Funeral Home in Lynden Saturday, July 3, at 11 a.m. with burial to follow in the Lynden Cemetery.
WILLIAMS, Doug R. of Custer, WA passed away August 24, 1997 at home. He was born to Frank Williams and Geneva Todahl August 8, 1929. Survived by his parents; his wife Millie Williams; two sons, Doug B. Williams and Lee Williams; 3 daughters, Vin Goodrich, Terrie Flammang, Debbie Stephens; 5 brothers, Bill Todahl, Marlyn Todahl, Harlan Todahl, Larry Williams, Don Kickhafer, four sisters, Colleen Johnson, Sharon Bailey, Linda Wilson, Lorena Derr; 13 grandchildren & 2 great-grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and he especially enjoyed his grandchildren, family & his many friends. He worked for GP for 17 years and was self employed fisherman for 20 years. Memorial services will be held Sunday August 31, 1997, 2:00 p.m. at the family home, 8256 Custer School Rd., Custer.
WILLIAMS, Eric James - Visitation for Eric James Williams of Bellingham will be from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday at Moles Funeral Home. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Moles Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Mark Weir officiating. Mr. Williams died Tuesday, June 10, 1997, He was 83. Born April 20, 1914, to Edward and Ruth Parry Williams in Britain, he lived in Bellingham for 24 years. Survivors include his wife, Rosina, of Bellingham; sons John Williams of Bellingham and Anthony Williams of London; daughters Anita Carter of Kings Lynn, England, and Linda Gallagher of Puyallup; sisters Dorothy Hildreth of Glendale, Calif., Doreen Goodyer of North Hampton, England, Maureen Kinman of Surrey, B.C., and Irene Darbyshire of Yucaipa, Calif.; 10 grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
WILLIAMS, Eugene "Willie" passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 28, at the age of 76, surrounded by
family. He is survived by his wife of nearly 56 years, Darlene (Sucee), brother Glenn (Sarah) Williams of
Toledo, Ohio, and sister Edna (Joe) Clem of Seattle; sons Steve (Jerri) Williams of Bellingham, Don (Linda)
Williams of Auburn, WA, and Jim Williams (fiancee Teri Rexroat) of Bellingham; daughter Barbara Williams
of Blaine, 5 grandchildren, one 2-month-old great-grandson and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him
in death were his parents Ward R. and Loeta Williams of Lynden, and his grandson Andrew Barcome. Willie
was born December 22, 1930 in Armour, South Dakota. His family moved to Freeport, Illinois in 1941, then to
Lynden in 1945, where he met his lovely wife, Darlene. A true lover of the outdoors, Willie spent a great deal of his early life in scouting, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout and Quarter Master in Sea Scouts. He dearly loved mountain climbing, and reached the summits of numerous peaks throughout Washington and Oregon. Be it for
his own children or others, Willie's support of local youth sports was unequaled. If he wasn't volunteering his services as a swim meet director, he was organizing a fundraiser. He loved following professional sports, as well. While his trade was sales, his other interests were numerous and varied. He was a long time member of
the Kiwanis Club and served as Lt. Governor, 20th Division of the PNW District. Willie enjoyed golfing,
hiking, snorkeling, snow skiing and traveling. Willie's love of family, his indomitable giving spirit, his
wonderful sense of humor and the perpetual twinkle in his eye will be forever missed. His family would like to
sincerely thank Mt. Baker Care Center and Hospice for all they did for him. A Celebration of Willie's life is
planned for Saturday, March 24 at the Ankar Park Clubhouse, Bellingham, from 4 to 6 p.m.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 4 Mar 2007) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILLIAMS, George Edward of Blaine died of cancer Monday, Jan 3, 2000 at Stafholt Good Samaritan Center in
Blaine. He was 78. Born Jan 31, 1922 in Galveston, Texas, he had been a local resident since 1986. On Jun 24,
1946, he married Rosemary Fischer. Mr. Williams was a retired commercial fisher. He fished in Washington and
Alaska. He trolled, gillnetted and tendered fish in Sitka, Alaska. During the mid-1980s, he moved to Blaine,
where he worked at Blaine Marina. His hobbies included hunting, sports fishing and fly tying. Survivors include son Gary E. Williams of Custer, daughter Virginia "Ginger" Bylsma of Blaine, five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Valley Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Lynden.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 27 Jan 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILLIAMS, Herbert, 70 years old, of 2824 Walnut Street, passed away Tuesday (April 26, 1949) at a local hospital following a lingering illness. A resident of Bellingham for the past 49 years, Mr. Williams had worked for the Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Company and later the Miller Real Estate firm. Surviving relatives include the widow, Mrs. Helen Williams; a son, Robert, of Portland; two sisters Mrs. Lou (Margaret) Wilson, Portland, and Mrs. R.N. (Mary) Doyle of Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as nephews and nieces.
Submitted by Sandra Williams
WILLIAMS, John C. passed away on December 14, (2006) in Omak after a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves
behind a daughter Dana M. Lyon of Bothell and a son Brian Williams of Issaquah. He also leaves behind his
partner of seven years Jean Y. Hendrick of Omak. He also has left behind numerous friends and you know who
you are. Everyone he was close to had a moniker and you all know what it was. He was born to William
Williams and Rachel Williams in Bellingham on April 12, 1938. He attended Bellingham schools; after
graduation he served two years in the Army, then a long career at Georgia Pacific as Chief of Security for over 30 years. After retiring from Georgia Pacific, he went to Sudden Valley as Security Officer for eight years. John loved to hunt and fish. He also enjoyed the Dallas Cowboys and Fox News. One of the most enjoyable days of his life was this past May, when he went on a tour of the USS John C. Stennis, CVN 74, a nuclear ship and sat in the "Old Man's Chair." A celebration of his life will be held in the spring in Bellingham, and in late summer in Omak. "You are at rest and have no more pain." We love and miss you, Dad. Jean, Dana and Brian.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 31 Dec 2006) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILLIAMS, John Solon - A memorial service for John Solon Williams of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, with the Revs. John Gibb and Bob Christie of St. Paul's and the Rev. Erian Baker
of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Sun Valley, Idaho, officiating. A reception will follow. Born Jan 18, 1917, to Solon Dickerson and Julia Millicent Ward Williams in Seattle, he graduated from Olympia High School in 1935
and from the University of Washington in 1940 with a degree in geology and engineering. Mr. Williams worked
as a supervisor at the PACCAR ship yards in Bremerton during World War II. After the war, he managed
Bellingham Builder's Supply. He also co-founded Whatcom Builder's Supply in Lynden, which he operated
until selling the business in 1992. His memberships included St. Paul's and St. Thomas Episcopal churches,
Komo Kulshan Ski Club, Lake Whatcom Sailing Club, Bellingham Yacht Club, Bellingham Golf and Country
Club, Washington Athletic Club, Lake Washington Rowing Club, Sun Valley Golf Club, Sun Valley Athletic
Club, Sun Valley Ski Club and Hill's Angels. He also enjoyed hiking and sail boarding. Survivors include his
wife, Karla Sanderson Williams of Bellingham; sons John Williams, Richard Williams and Alan Williams, all of
Bellingham; and daughter Charlotte Williams of Edmonds, all from a previous marriage; and two
grandchildren.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILLIAMS, Thomas - A celebration of life for Thomas A. Williams of Bellingham will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday at 1324 Whatcom St. Mr. Williams died Friday, April 13, 2001, at his home. He was 80. Born May 13, 1920, to Herbert and Bessie (Gardner) Williams in Point Roberts, he was a lifetime Whatcom County resident. Mr. Williams attended Bellingham High School. Mr. Williams served as a gunnersmate first class in the U.S. Navy during World War II aboard the USS Battleship Tennessee. On Dec. 27, 1943, he married LeVoun Farris in San Francisco. He enjoyed motorcycles and bird watching. He loved his dog Spike. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, of the family home daughters Stephanie and Cindy Williams, both of Bellingham, Beth Williams Gieger of Eastsound and Judy Williams of Richmond, B.C. sons Mark Williams of Lynden and Bert Williams of Kodiak, Alaska 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WILLIAMS, William Z. (Bill), 69, prominent businessman and Chairman of Microlin, Inc. died Sunday April 27, 1997, in an airplane crash in Klamath Falls, OR. Memorial services were held in Odessa, Texas on Friday May 2, 1997 and burial services were held at the Atoka Cemetery in Coleman County, Texas on May 3, 1997. Mr. Williams was born in San Angelo, Texas and lived in Bellingham since 1988. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Survivors: Sons: Bill Williams II of Austin, TX, Fred Williams of Alpine, TX, mother: Fay Williams of Odessa, TX, and sisters: Pat Williams of Odessa, TX and Mary Jo Inabnet of Denver City, TX. Memorial services will be held in Bellingham, the date is pending.
WILLISON, Dayton E. - A memorial service for Dayton E. Willison of 1800 Texas St. will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Greenacres Funeral Home chapel, with the Rev. Sharon Hare officiating. Mr. Willison's ashes will be placed in Nooksack Cemetery. Mr. Willison died Wednesday, Dec. 10, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 78. Born March 16, 1919, to Sadie and Carl Willison in Lake City, S.D., he lived in Whatcom County for 62 years. Mr. Willison lived in the Everson area for many years, farming and raising raspberries. Survivors include daughters, Janis Ballard of Ferndale and Faye O'Mara of Bellingham; sisters, Verena Buss and Lula Brandsrud, both of Bellingham, and Dorothy Olson of Britton, S.D.; brother Calvin Willison of Sublimity, Ore.; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
WILLMORE, Barbara H., age 61 of Blaine, passed away August 10, 1997 in St. Joseph Hospital after a six month battle with cancer. Barbara was born September 20, 1935 in Chicago, IL, was raised in Du Quain, Il. graduated from high school, and she and Lester were married there in 1954. Lester, Barbara and infant daughter, Laura, came to Blaine in 1959. Sons David and Pat were born in Bellingham. Barbara worked for many years for C. F. Leibent and Border Brokerages in Blaine. She is survived by her husband, Lester, of the family home; daughter, Laura; sons, Pat and Avid and wife Lisa; and grandchildren Katie and Sean all of the Blaine area. She will be sorely missed by her family and many friends. At her request, no service will be held. The arrangements are by The Jerns McKinney Funeral Chapel of Blaine.
WILLS, Wayne of Bellingham died peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Friday Dec. 16, 2005 in his room at the Highland Care Center. A native Washingtonian, Wayne was born in Seattle on Aug. 2, 1917. He spent his boyhood on Queen Anne Hill, then moved to Honolulu, Hawaii for his high school years. After serving in WWII, Wayne moved to California where he courted and won the love of his life, Clarice Wills, in 1948. After their marriage, he re-enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and achieved the rank of Lt. Colonel, serving as a Comptroller at U.S. bases around the world. During their 58 years of marriage, Wayne and Clarice traveled in 58 countries and lived in France, Germany, Luxembourg, Denmark and Japan, as well as California, West Virginia, Mississippi, and Texas. They settled in Whatcom County in 1969, calling Glacier, Sudden Valley and, finally, Bellingham home. Wayne was a quiet, elegant man with a twinkle in his eye and a great ability to enjoy life. An avid photographer, he leaves an extensive collection of photographs from their many travels. He will live on in the hearts of his wife Clarice, his children Alicia, Mark and Susan; and his grandchildren, David, Melissa and Opal. A Celebration of Wayne's Life will be held in January at the Unitarian Fellowship, Bellingham.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 18 Dec 2005) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILSON, Anthony Christian, age 26, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 12, 2007. We will gather to celebrate Tony's life on Thursday, July 19, at Noon in the Jake Maberry Gymnasium at Lynden High School with Pastor Craig Hardinger officiating. The celebration will be preceded by a graveside service in Lynden Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Tony was the oldest child and only son of Jeff and Sandy Wilson. He was born in Caldwell, Idaho on September 22, 1980 and moved with his family to Lynden from McCall, Idaho in 1991. He graduated from Lynden High School in 1999 and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Western Washington University. He began his career this past year as a financial planner at Merrill Lynch Investment Services in Bellingham. Tony had a deep love for sports. He excelled in football, basketball, and baseball in high school and football for WWU. He shared his passion and knowledge of the game by coaching basketball at Meridian High School and football at Lynden High School. Tony was kind, gentle and outgoing. He loved deeply and generously and was a dedicated friend to many. He gave freely of his time and was active in several community organizations including the Lynden Pioneer Museum Board, Lynden Masonic Lodge #56, and Toastmasters International. He was in the process of bringing his passion for golf and youth sports together by organizing a benefit golf tournament that will take place August 10 and will be renamed in his honor. Tony is survived by his parents Jeff and Sandy Wilson, and sister Jenn Wilson of Lynden, the love of his life Bree Brandt of Laurel; maternal grandmother Donna Lowrance, paternal grandparents Harold and Mary Wilson and maternal great grandmother Wilma Edick of Homedale, ID and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather John Fisher.
WILSON, Cecil B. - A memorial service for Cecil B. Johnston Wilson of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. today at First Christian Church, 495 E. Bakerview Road. Mrs. Wilson died Friday, April 2, 1999, in Bellingham. She was 87. Born July 4, 1912, in Sequim, she married Fred M. Wilson June 21, 1940, in Seattle and attended the University of Washington. A local resident since 1972, she worked as a housewife and was a skilled seamstress. She enjoyed cooking and baking and caring for young birds that had fallen from their nests. Mrs. Wilson was a member of Rebekah Lodge and First Christian Church and traveled with groups from the Bellingham Senior Center. Her husband died in 1989. Survivors include daughter Marguerite Hayes of Federal Way and Jan Wilson of Brookline and five grandchildren.
WILSON, Ellen – A memorial service for Ellen Hasert Wilson will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Lothar Pietz officiating. Mrs. Wilson died Thursday, Dec. 7, 2000 at a convalescent home in Bellingham. She was 85. Born Jan. 10, 1915 to Oscar and Edna (Baylor) Shaw in
Bellingham, Mrs. Wilson spent most of her life in the Bellingham area and had lived at Chuckanut Square for 27
years. Ms. Wilson was a renowned cook who worked at The Leopold for many years and also had her own
restaurant, Ellen's Café, for a time. She was a member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and cooked for many
church dinners and Luther League parties. Survivors include her daughter Marlene Jackson, six grandchildren,
eight great-grandchildren and other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 10 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WILSON, Jeanne (Jessup) Wilson died Saturday, Sept. 11, 1999, at home in Ferndale. She was 78. She was born at Fort Casey on Whidbey Island on Nov. 1, 1920. Mrs. Wilson was a member of the Ferndale First Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, H. Earl Wilson daughters Susan M. Schouten of Everett and Scheryl A. Wilson of Minneapolis son Terry E. Wilson of Olympia nephew Ron Wilson of Ferndale eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at the Masonic Cemetery in Tumwater. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
WILSON, Kayla Renee - Visitation for Kayla Renee Wilson of Bellingham will be from noon to 8 p.m. Monday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Lynden Cemetery with Deacon George Ficken officiating. Kayla died of liver failure Tuesday, June 24, 1997, at Children's Hospital in Seattle. She was 6. Born Sept. 29, 1990, to Larry and Eva Alaniz Wilson in Bellingham, she attended kindergarten at Carl Cozier Elementary School. She enjoyed playing with dolls,singing, dancing, bike riding, playing dress-up, cooking, puzzles and her hamster, Ginger. Survivors include her parents of Bellingham, brother Joey Robles of Bellingham, sister Olivia Wilson of Bellingham, grandparents Jerald and Emily Hughes of Bellingham, great-grandmother Alice Wiggens of Bellingham and numerous other relatives.
WILSON, Laura C. passed away Thursday, May 1, (1997) at Bellingham Care Center. She was born in Warnick, B.C. to Frederick J. Snow and Ingabor Nelson Snow on Sept. 24, 1907. Mrs. Wilson moved to Sumas as a small child then to Bellingham where she graduated from Whatcom High School Magna Cum Laude in 1926. She married Edward F. Peterson in 1928 and had her only son Robert A. Peterson. Later married Hugh L. Wilson who preceded her in death in 1963. Mrs. Wilson was a life time member of the Graphic Arts Union #B277 and worked at Union Printing Co. from 1929 until retiring in 1972. After her retirement she enjoyed quilting, gardening and crocheting for the St. Lukes Hospital's Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs. Wilson is survived by her son, Robert A. Peterson and wife Cleo; Granddaughters, Lorrie Whitfield and husband Rick, and Lee Ann Williams and husband Dick; great grandchildren, Ben Whitfield, Aaron Whitfield, Eric Williams and Marc Williams, all of Bellingham; sister Ann Harrington of Moses Lake; sister-in-law Maggie Manley; best neighbors in the world Stacy and Mark Razore; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by siblings, George Snow, Emily Selke, Charles Snow, Florence Geschke and Kathleen Hankens. Per Mrs. Wilson's request, no services will be held. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
WILSON, Leonard A., 82, 5798 Aldrich Road, died Tuesday (Sept 8, 1987) in Bellingham. He was born Nov. 30, 1904, in Sioux Falls, S.D. He moved to Whatcom County from Montana and graduated from Ferndale High School in 1924. Mr. Wilson was a salesman for the local Stockton Paint Co. for 28 years, retiring in 1972 and drove a school bus for the Meridian School District from 1940 to 1945. He attended Laurel Community Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife Margaret of the family home; a daughter, Marlyn Ellyson of Vancouver, Wash.; a son Stan Wilson of Bellingham; two grandsons; and two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Gwen Trezise of Salem, Ore. and Pauline Harmon of Libby, Mont.; and numerous other relatives. Memorial services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Laurel Community Baptist Church, with the Rev. Jim Blades officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
WILSON, Norman Roswell - A graveside service for Norman Roswell Wilson of Morgan Hill, Calif., will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at Woodlawn Cemetery. Mr. Wilson died Friday, Aug. 22, 1997. He was 94. Born Jan. 7, 1907, to Franklin and Eunice McCordick Wilson in Bridgewater, Maine, he lived most of his adult life in Bellingham. Mr. Wilson was chef at the Past Time Cafe for many years. He moved to North Carolina in 1991 and to California this year. He was preceded in death by his wife, Zorna, in 1972. Survivors include daughters Dova Thirsk of Morgan Hill and Norma Honeysett of Sacramento, Calif., sister Mildred Dowling of Seattle, six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Westford Funeral Home.
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WILSON, Sadie Sara, 83, of Lynden, who operated Wilson's Dairy with her husband for many years, died Tuesday at Christian Rest Home in Lynden. Born Jan. 1, 1902, in St. Cloud, Minn., she came to Whatcom County in 1905 with her parents, Abe and Agatha Bauman. Her father operated a farm machinery business in Lynden. She and her husband, Raymond A. Wilson, operated a dairy farm on Enterprise Road north of Ferndale, in an area where her husband's father, Otho Wilson, homesteaded. Wilson's Dairy delivered milk to Bellingham, Ferndale and Blaine. During World War II, Mrs. Wilson worked in the Darigold cheese plant in Lynden. Her husband died in 1971. Survivors include a son, R. B. "Rick" Wilson of Ferndale; a sister; and a brother-in-law. Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in Greenacres Memorial Park, with the Rev. Ralph Poulson officiating. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
WILSON, Sandra Faye - A graveside service for Sandra Faye Wilson of Bellingham will be at 11 a.m. today at Beth Israel Cemetery. Mrs. Wilson died Sunday, Aug. 3, 1997, at Alderwood Park Convalescent Center. She was 56. Born Jan. 21, 1941, to Joseph and Leah Lyons of Sydney, Australia, she lived in Bellingham for 30 years. Mrs. Wilson worked for the Bellingham School District as an instructional assistant for 20 years and volunteered as an emergency medical technician for the Kendall Fire Department for 10 years. She was a member of Beth Israel and Eytz Chaim congregations and taught Sunday school for many years. She was preceded in death by her brother, Maurice Lyons. Survivors include son David Wilson and Alan Wilson, daughter Shannon Krause and numerous relatives in Australia. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WILSON, Viola Theresa "Polly" age 66, passed away January 4, 1997 in Bellingham, WA. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Michael Wilson, Lummi; sons, Randy Wilson, Kake, AK; Robin Wilson, Lummi; daughters, Michelle Bill, Lorna Phair, both of Lummi; 14 grandchildren, six great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews; her dog, Sara Mia. She will be missed by all. She was preceded in death by her daughters, Lynn Wilson, Carol Greene; granddaughters, Veronica and Lynn Greene; great-granddaughter, Abigail Greene; sister, Leona Warbus; brothers, Sidney, Frank, Ed, Tom, Floyd, Sr., and Melvin Warbus. Polly was a resident of Whatcom County and a member of St. Joachim Catholic Church. She enjoyed sport and commercial fishing in the Nooksack river. Polly enjoyed children and worked as a teacher's aid in the Ferndale School District for many years, later transferring to Lummi Headstart. She followed her children to baseball games, Tai Kwan Do events, and was a strong supporter of Tiny Tads and little league. She was an avid Seattle Mariner fan. A Vigil Service will be celebrated Wednesday, January 8, 1997, 10:00 a.m. at the Lummi Community Center. The Reverend Tim Sauer celebrant. Interment will follow at Lummi Reservation Cemetery. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale.
WILSON, Violet A. - A graveside service for Violet A. Wilson, lifelong Bellingham resident, will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Bayview Cemetery with the Rev. William Gilfillan officiating. Mrs. Wilson died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 1998. She was 79. A retired licensed practical nurse, she worked at St. Luke's Hospital in for 17 years. She obtained her high school diploma in 1982 from Whatcom Community College. Mrs. Wilson was a member of Phi Sigma Alpha Rho Chapter Sorority for more than 25 years and served in various offices, including president of the Puget Sound Assembly. She volunteered with RSVP for 15 years at the Whatcom County Jail and Whatcom County Council office. Survivors include daughter Lynette Danielson, son Michael Bruce, sister Lois Barrett, four grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WINBLAD, Frances E. – A memorial service for Frances E. (Morse) Winblad of Bellingham will be held at a later
date. Mrs. Winblad died Saturday, Dec. 16, 2000 in Bellingham. She was 92. Born Jan. 12, 1908 in Caldwell,
Idaho, to Thomas Z. and Mary (Eames) Morse, she moved in 1927 to Colfax, where she ran a beauty shop for
many years. When World War II began, she joined the Women's Army Corps and served for three years, mostly
in hospitals. After the war, she married and lived in many places in Oregon. In 1980, she moved to Bellingham.
A member of the Eagles, she loved to play cards. Her brothers, William Morse and Z. L. "Buzz" Morse, died
previously. Survivors include sister Wella M. Hansen of Bellingham. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 19 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WINERD, Raymond A., 97, of Seattle, a former Whatcom County resident, died Wednesday (Aug. 28, 1985) at a Blaine nursing home. Born July 28, 1888, in South Dakota, Mr. Winerd lived most of his life in Whatcom County and the Seattle area. He was a longshoreman and fisherman. He was a member of Kulshan Lodge 186, F&AM, Blaine. Survivors include his wife, Vera, Seattle; two stepsons; a step-daughter; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Nora William, Bellingham; and a nephew. Cremation is planned, with private burial in Haynie Cemetery.
WINGATE, Byron, age 34, of 2438 Lynn Court, Custer passed away Sun. Sept. 17, 1978. He was a resident of Whatcom Co. for the past 8 yrs. coming from Tacoma. Was and Army Veteran serving in the Vietnam conflict. He was employed at Intalco & also worked with the Delta Fire Dept. & had EMT training. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl, 2 daughters; Kristin Lee & Devia Lynnette both at home. His mother, Elvera Mantifel in Tacoma. Father, Rex Wingate of Tacoma. 4 brothers; Robert, Dennis, Gregory & Douglas Wingate all of Tacoma. Parent-in-law, Lynn & Florence Blunt of Ferndale. Numerous other relatives. Arrangements are pending at Moles Funeral Home.
WINGER, Larry died at his Ferndale home Monday, Sept. 27, 1999. He was 75. A private service will be held. His ashes will be placed in Lynden Cemetery. Born May 7, 1924, to Wilber and Nina Porter Winger in New Market, Iowa, he married Edith Van Wingerden on Jan. 18, 1943, in Bremerton. Mr. Winger worked for Uniflite for 28 years and was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, William Matthews No. 1585, in Bellingham. He was an avid hunter, fisher and gardener and enjoyed camping and spending time outdoors and on his Skagit River property. A son, Larry, died in 1965. Survivors include his wife daughters Ellen Winger of Bellingham and Janet Mills of Mount Vernon sons Jim Winger of Ferndale and Tracy Winger of Bellingham brothers Vernon Winger of Santa Ana, Calif., and Loren Winger of Sitka, Alaska sisters Phyllis Patterson and Donna Baer, both of Bellingham nine grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WINK, Arthur W. - A family service for Arthur W. Wink of Ferndale will be held at a later date. Mr. Wink died Sunday, Jan 9, 2000, at Alderwood Convalescent Center. He was 89. Born Sept. 7, 1911, to August and Oliva Wink, he had been a Ferndale resident since 1975. Mr. Wink retired from General Motors of Pontiac, Mich. in 1970. His twin sister, Louise, preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Norma, of the family home; sons Dennis and Barry Wink, both of Juneau, Alaska; brother Fred Wink of Delta, B.C.; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home of Ferndale.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 11 Jan 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WINKEL, Patricia M. of Sudden Valley died at home Sunday, Sept. 14, 1997. She was 65. Born Jan. 14, 1932, to Barret and Elaine Nichols Corley in Topeka, Kan., she married Richard Winkel on Sept. 3, 1954, in Belleville, Ill. A retired teacher and business person, Mrs. Winkel enjoyed writing children's stories and art. Survivors include her husband and other relatives. Arrangements are by Whatcom Cremation Association.
WINSTON, Louise Mae of Bellingham died Monday, June 23, 1997, at Bayside Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was 82. Services will be held in Florida. Born March 30, 1915, in New York, N.Y., she lived in Bellingham for 14 years. Survivors include sons Harry Winston of Half Moon Bay, B.C., and Robert Winston of Carteret, N.J. Arrangements are by Jerns-LeVeck Funeral Chapel.
WINTER, Douglas Wallace - A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Immaculate Conception Church, 110 S. 5th St., Mount Vernon, for former Bellingham resident Douglas Wallace Winter, 50. The Rev. Paul Dalton will officiate. A committal service will follow at Mount Vernon Cemetery, 1200 E. Fir St., Mount Vernon. Mr. Winter, a Mount Vernon resident who had lived most of his life in Bellingham, died of an extended illness Wednesday (Sept. 18, 1991) at Skagit Valley Hospital. He was born to Wallace and Edna Winter on Aug. 12, 1941, in Spokane. He moved as a child to Bellingham. He graduated from Bellingham High School in 1958. He also attended business school. Mr. Winter entered the U.S. Marine Corps and was discharged in 1961. While visiting the Philippines, he met Teresita Limquiaco. They were married in Bellingham in 1985. They lived in Bellingham until 1986 when they moved to Mount Vernon. She survives him at the family home. He worked as a mail carrier in Bellingham for 25 years until ill health forced his retirement. Aside from his wife, survivors include his stepmother, Elsie Winter of Bellingham; a stepsister, Rowlanda Hughes of Bellingham; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Arrangements are by Hawthorne Funeral Home in Mount Vernon.
WISEMAN, Joseph Scott of 2211 Old Lakeway Drive died of lung cancer at home Friday, May 23, 1997. He was 83. At his request, no service will be held. Born Jan. 31, 1914, in Kewanee, Ill., he married Audrey Herk on Aug. 9, 1941, in Towson, Md. Mr. Wiseman moved to Whatcom County in 1948. He received a bachelor's degree in electronics engineering and worked in aviation navigation for the federal government. He was a member of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, Boys' Club, YMCA and Boy Scouts of America, having achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Mr. Wiseman enjoyed baseball, football, science and electronics. Survivors include his wife of the family home, son John Wiseman, daughter Donna Buehler, two grandchildren and 15 nieces and nephews.
WISSINGER, Lloyd - Former Whatcom County resident Lloyd Wissinger, 39, died Wednesday, March 11, 1992, at his home in Kingman, Ariz., following a brief illness. Born in Puyallup, he moved to Whatcom County as a child. He attended elementary school in Bellingham and was a 1971 graduate from Ferndale High School. Prior to moving to Arizona in 1975, he was employed in logging and construction trades. At the time of his death he was self-employed as a general contractor. Survivors include his wife, Susan Wissinger of the family home; sons Danny Wissinger, John Wissinger, Justin Wissinger, and Jason Wissinger, all of Kingman; daughter April Wissinger of Kingman; his parents LeRoy and Mary Ann Wissinger of Kingman; his grandfather George Wissinger of Seattle; brother Wayne Wissinger of Kingman; and his sister Arlene Rush of Jefferson, Ore. Services were held March 15 in Kingman.
WITCRAFT, Anne Olive, Bellingham resident from 1987 to 1996, died Tuesday, Jan. 21, 1997, at Prosser Memorial Hospital Nursing Home. She was 85. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Prosser United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Pilot Mound, Iowa. Born Aug. 11, 1911, to William Kingsley and Lucy Robinson Young in Elgin, Okla., she graduated from high school in Pilot Mount and from Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa. She married Ray Witcraft on June 13, 1937. He died in 1972. Mrs. Witcraft was active in drama in high school, college and as a teacher. She enjoyed picnics, camping, nature, flower arranging and craftwork. Past matron of the Order of the Eastern Star, she was active in the Methodist church. Survivors include son Robert Witcraft of Prosser, daughter Sue Brown of Lakewood, Colo., sister Lucy Toth of Colorado Springs, Colo., and three grandchildren. Arrangements are by Meyer Funeral Home in Prosser.
WITHERS, Eddie W. – A memorial service for Eddie Wayne Withers of Indianola, Okla., formerly of Bellingham,
will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Mills Chapel in McAlester, Okla., with the Rev. David Stanfield officiating. Mr.
Withers died on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2000 at Muskgee Regional Hospital after suffering a head injury. He was 42.
Born Jan. 18, 1958 to Jack W. and Ruby J. Withers in Yuma, Ariz., he attended high school in Bellingham and
lived here most of his life. Mr. Withers moved to Indianola six years ago and worked for T. H. Rogers Lumber
Co. He enjoyed landscaping and animals. His father died in 1985. His grandfathers Ben Evans and James
Withers also died previously. Survivors include his wife, Heidi Manion, of the family home; mother Ruby
Withers and stepfather Robert Jackson, both of McAlester; sister Susan Withers of Akron, Ohio; brother Steve
Withers of McAlester; grandmothers Myrtle Withers of Ellensburg and Blanche Evans of McAlester; two nieces
and two nephews. Arrangements are by Mills Funeral Home of McAlester.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 1 Nov 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WITMAN, Rosemary Rita - A memorial gathering for Rosemary Rita Witman of 2136 Willeys Lake Road will be from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. June 7 at United Methodist Church in Lynden. Mrs. Witman died of a brain aneurism Tuesday, May 27, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was 64. Born Aug. 2, 1932, to John and Agnes Washut Ligocki in Sumas, she was a lifelong Whatcom County resident. She married Howard Witman on July 8, 1950, in Lynden. Survivors include her husband of the family home; daughters Kathy Markwood of Bellingham and Jacky Andrew of Lynden; sons Gary Witman, all of Lynden; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and numerous other relatives. Arrangements are by Greenacres Funeral Home.
WITTMER, Gladys Mae - A memorial service for Gladys Mae Wittmer will be held today at 2 p.m. at Triumph Lutheran Church, 5719 Church Road, Ferndale, with Rev. Joel Lohafer officiating. Mrs. Wittmer passed away on Friday, July 20, 2001 in Ferndale. She was 63. She was born on Aug. 1, 1937 in Carson, N.D., to John and Esther Scheerer. She had been a resident of Whatcom County for 35 years. On Sept. 8, 1956 she married Mel Whittmer in Carson, N.D. She was a school bus driver for over 30 years. She was an active member of Triumph Lutheran Church in Ferndale for 27 years where she served in various areas of ministry with the church. Gladys is survived in death by her husband, Mel Wittmer; a son, Kevin Wittmer and wife Nancy of Ferndale; two daughters, Kendra LeBlanc and husband Donald of Sumner and Keeley Wittmer of Auburn; six grandchildren; parents-in-law, Milton and Hertha Wittmer of Lynden; two brothers, Walter Scheerer of Minnesota and Ray Scheerer of California; two sisters, Delores Shoemaker of Washington and Doris Reichert of South Dakota; and numerous other family members. Besides her parents, Gladys is preceded in death by an infant daughter, Kolette. Visitation was held on Tuesday at Moles Funeral Home in Ferndale. Private graveside services were held at Greenacres Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the care of Greenacres Funeral Home.
WOJT, Elizabeth S. - A funeral Mass for Elizabeth S. Wojt of Skagit County will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Augustine's Catholic Church in Oak Harbor, with the Rev. G. Barry Ashwell officiating. Her ashes will be placed in Fernhill Cemetery in Anacortes. Mrs. Wojt died at her home in Dewey Beach on Friday, Jan. 2, 1998. She was 82. Born March 8, 1916, to Ignatz and Elizabeth Malinowski Wojtkiewicz in Thorp, she graduated from high school there. She married Edward Wojt Aug. 22, 1936. He died in 1976. Mrs. Wojt lived in Portland, Ore., and Bellingham before moving to Anacortes in 1959. She enjoyed making hooked rugs, folk dancing, playing bridge, hiking, gardening and traveling. A member of PEO of Skagit County and St. Augustine Catholic Church, Mrs. Wojt volunteered for the Red Cross and voter registration. Survivors include her son, Richard Wojt of Port Townsend; daughters Carol Kennedy of Alexandria, Va., and Jane Selene of Oak Harbor; sisters Lucille Wiernasz of Wausau, Wis., and Charlotte Ferenc and Harriet White, both of Chicago; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many other relatives. Arrangements are by Burley Funeral Chapel in Oak Harbor.
WOOD, Bessie Jane - A graveside service for Bessie Jane Wood, formerly of Whatcom County, will be at noon Monday at Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Wood died Dec. 17, 1997, at Grandview Health Care Center in Grandview. She was 83. Born Oct. 8, 1914, to Coleman and Mary Pickle Duggins in Flippin, Ark., she married Herman Wood there. She moved from Mountain Home, Ark., to Nooksack in 1951 and to the Yakima Valley in 1997. Mrs. Wood became a cosmetologist in 1963 and owned a beauty shop in Sumas until 1977. She was active in the Nouvella Club and Yakima Valley Reading Program and was Past Worthy Matron of the Nooksack Chapter of Order of Eastern Star. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1973, three sisters and two brothers. Survivors include daughter Kathryn Lansing of Sunnyside, one granddaughter, two sisters, one brother and several nieces and nephews.
WOOD, Clara Ethel, aged 48 years, passed away in a Portland hospital, Friday, May 20, (1941), following a lingering illness. Mrs. Wood located in Anacortes, Wash., in 1900 where she resided for many years then moving to Kodiak, Alaska, living there for the past several years. She is survived by her husband, Emmett Wood, of Kodiak, her father, George B. Hutton, Anacortes, Wash.; four brothers, Roy E. Hutton, of this city, Glen, Anacortes, Oscar, of Kodiak, and Guy of Lebanon, Ore.; also one sister, Mrs. Sherwood, of Yakima, Wash. Her remains will be received by Harlow-Hollingsworth Funeral Home where funeral services will be conducted, June 4, Wednesday at 3 p.m. by the Rev. John King Mitchell. Final resting place, Bay View Cemetery.
WOOD, George, longtime Sudden Valley resident, died Monday, Feb. 17, 1997, at his home in La Canada Flintridge, Calif. He was 73. Services were held in Seattle. Mr. Wood was born and raised in Phoenix, Ariz. After serving in the South Pacific during World War II, he received a master's degree in business from the University of Arizona. He retired as marketing manager for I.B.M. Corp. in 1987. Survivors include his wife, Anne of La Canada, daughter Kathy Hatch of Seattle, sister Emily Rankin of Bloomfield, Conn., two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
WOOD, Roy E. - Memorial services for Roy E. Wood, 83, a former Whatcom Farmers Cooperative worker, will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church of Lynden, with the Rev. Hoyt Scherwin officiating. Private family graveside services will precede the memorial service, at Greenacres Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home. Mr. Wood, of 8795 Line Road, Lynden, died Wednesday (April 26, 1989) in a Bellingham hospital after a short illness. He was born March 30, 1906, in Ellington, Mo. He married Pearl Potts there on Dec. 21, 1929. The couple moved to Whatcom County in 1946, and Mr. Wood worked in the feed store of the Whatcom Farmers Cooperative. A member of the First Baptist Church of Lynden, he also ran a dairy farm near Lynden. He was last employed as a carpenter for Dick Kerr Construction. Survivors include his wife at the family home; three sons, John Wood of Lynden, Jim Wood of Seattle, and Dr. Walter Wood of West Linn, Ore.; three daughters, Laura Galley of Bellingham, Maude Kerns of Port Townsend, and Karen Morris of Camas; three brothers, John Wood of Lynden, Joe Wood of Farmington, Mo., and John (sic) Wood of Heppner, Ore.; one sister, Maude Wood of Ironton, Mo.; 20 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and numerous other relatives.
WOOD, Unni died of injuries sustained in a car accident Friday, April 4, 1997, in California. She was 60. A memorial service will be held in Rancho Santa Fe, Calif. She was born April 11, 1936, in Oslo, Norway. Mrs. Wood lived in Bellingham from 1981 to 1984. Survivors include her husband, Robert, son William Wood, daughters Diana Kenyon, Elizabeth Amos and Stephanie Hunt and one grandchild.
WOODS, Mildred L. of Bellingham died Monday, April 28, 1997. She was 87. A graveside service will be held in Arkansas City, Kan. Born Jan. 21, 1910, to John and Goldie Sullivan Martin in Wichita, Kan., she lived in Arkansas City for 46 years. Mrs. Woods was a cook at Osage Hotel in Arkansas City from 1957 to 1972. She lived in Garden Plain, Kan., for five years before moving to Bellingham in 1996. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Roy Woods, in 1955. Survivors include daughters Irene White of Bellingham, Karen Gottlob of Spokane and Judy Hicks of Norris, Tenn.; son Bill Woods of Goddard, Kan.; 13 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
WOODHAMS, Arvilla Anna, age 99, of Ferndale, passed away Monday, June 17, 2002 at a care facility in Bellingham. She was born March 24, 1903 in Cornacopia, WI, daughter of Joseph & Minnie (Duclos) Rowe. Arvilla worked hard her entire life. She enjoyed raising blue-berries, canning, cooking and loved music. She loved children and was very motherly to many. She was active at the Ferndale Senior Center and will be remembered as happy, and always having a smile. Preceding her in death were her Parents; brothers: Neal & Bill Rowe; Sisters: Viola Lee & Minnie Jones; daughter, Polly; and husbands: Lars Sorenson & George Woodhams. Survivors include: a sister, Myrtle Armstrong; a niece & care giver, Marlene Talman; and numerous other nieces & nephews. The Funeral Service is: Thursday, June 20, 2:00 p.m. at Ferndale|Moles Funeral Home, 2039 Main St.
WOODWARD, George - Visitation for George "Ernie" Woodward, formerly of Lynden, will be from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Jones-Moles Funeral Home. His ashes will be placed in Bayview Cemetery Fountain Garden Columbarium at 11 a.m. Tuesday with the Rev. D. J. Turek officiating. Mr. Woodward died Friday, June 27, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. He was 93. Born Dec. 6, 1903, to John and Lillian Puckett Woodward in Gary, Ind., he lived in Whatcom County for seven years. A 32nd degree Mason, Mr. Woodward was a member of Ames Temple Shrine in Bellevue and Kirkland/Bellevue B.P.O. Elks Lodge. He retired in 1968 as superintendent of King County Hospitals laundries. Mr. Woodward was preceded in death by his wife, Emily "Jean" Woodward, son James Woodward and daughter Sandra Young. Survivors include daughters Donna Coleman of Pace, Fla., and Pamela Farmer of Marysville, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
WOOLEY, Audrey Thomas, age 80 of Bellingham, WA, died April 15, 1997 at Highland Conv. Center. She was born May 1, 1916 in Hollywood, CA, to Edgar and Lena (Roe) Thomas. Audrey worked in Children's Hospital in Los Angeles, California before moving to Bellingham in 1962. She worked in several nursing homes in Whatcom Co. before retiring. Preceded in death by her son, Thomas R. Wooley in 1976. Survived by many close friends including Grace M. Larson of Bellingham. Services are pending at Westford Funeral Home.
WORKMAN, Bernice – A memorial service for E. Bernice Workman of Seattle will be at 3 p.m. Monday at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Seattle. Mrs. Workman died Saturday, Feb. 26, 2000. She was 75. Born to Lloyd and Ester Welch in Bremerton, she was raised there and graduated from Bremerton High School in 1942. Mrs. Workman worked for the commanding admiral of the Bremerton Navy Yard throughout World War II. She married Ron Workman and moved to Bellingham in 1951. He died in 1983. While in Bellingham, she worked as a professional photographer at Russ Clift and Donnette Studios. In 1985, she moved to Seattle and became the executive secretary for Professional Photographers of Washington. She retired in 1996. Survivors include son Roger Workman and daughter Vicki Nelson, both of Seattle; brother Armond Welch of Maryland; three grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 3 Mar 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WORKMAN, Genevieve E. "Genny" age 71 of Bellingham, died Thursday, April 24, 1997, at St. Joseph Hospital. She was born October 5, 1925 in Kewanee, IL to Wallace and Edna (Piester) Phipps. Her mother preceded her in death and she was raised by her step-mother Anna May Phipps. Mrs. Workman graduated from Everett High School in 1943; Prairie Bible College in 1946; and attended WWU for one year. She was active in children's ministries and a member of Northside Community Church. She loved to Mall Walk, and was an avid sports fan; volunteered with RSVP at Skyline Elementary School in Ferndale with reading. Mrs. Workman is survived by two daughters, Patty and husband Bob Karber of Bellingham, Judy and husband Jim Brown of Delaplane, VA; son Bob and wife Bonny Workman of Rapid City, SD; grandchildren, Kristi and Kein Karber, Jon, Joy and Jessica Brown. She was preceded in death by her husband Alfred J. Workman in August of 1979; brother Robert E. Phipps in December of 1943. A Graveside Service will be held Tuesday, April 29, 1997, 10:30 a.m. at Enterprise Cemetery, followed by a Memorial Service, 11:30 a.m. at Northside Community Church with Pastor Joseph Barth officiating. Visitation will be Monday, April 28, 1997, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Moles Funeral Home Chapel in Ferndale. Arrangements by Moles Funeral Home, Ferndale.
WORTENDYKE, Ralph, 90, passed away November 17, 1997 at Stafolt Samaritan Center after a long illness. He leaves to mourn his loving wife, Ellen; one daughter, Donna and her husband, Mike Coffield; three granddaughters, tow great-grandsons, all of Southern California; sister Evelyn, Vancouver, B.C.; niece Ruth, of Blaine and sisters-in-law Trudy, of Blaine and Dorothy, of Vancouver Island, B.C. A son, Gordon, is deceased. Ralph had been a resident of Blaine for 19 years. There will be a Memorial Service Friday, Nov. 21, 2:00 p.m. at the Blaine United Church of Christ, 885 Fourth Street.
WORTH, Joseph William, age 73, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Sunday, January 26, 1997 in St. Joseph Hospital. Born August 13, 1923 in Pasadena, CA to Joseph and Agda (Almen) Worth, he was resident of Bellingham for the past two years, moving to San Clemente, CA; served in WWII, U.S. Army Air Force, as a fighter pilot; married EmyLou MacIlwain, September 7, 1946, in So. Pasadena, CA. Survived by his wife, EmyLou; son, Joseph W. and wife Theresa Worth of Oceanside, CA; daughters, Leslie and husband Scott Caldwell of San Clemente, Kimberly and husband Mark Harman of Bellingham; Lindsay Garrow of San Clemente, Anne Worth of Bellingham; 9 grandchildren; brothers, Roy Worth of San Clemente, Walter Worth of Prescott, Arizona; sister Blanche Judson of Laguna Hills, CA; many nieces and nephews. Memorial service Friday, January 31, 1997, 2:00 p.m., First Presbyterian Church with Reverend Harvey Peterson officiating. Jones-Moles Funeral Home & Cremation Service 2465 Lakeway Dr. at Yew St.
WORTHEN, Evelyn Minerva - Visitation for Evelyn Minerva McGee Worthen of Lynden will be from 1 to 9 p.m. today at Gillies Funeral Home. A funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Gillies Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. James Williams officiating. Burial will follow in Greenacres Memorial Park. Mrs. Worthen died Saturday, July 5, 1997, at Golden Years Adult Care Home. She was 89. Born Feb. 19, 1908, to John and Nancy Davis Harrison in Texmo, Okla., she attended Johnstown High School in Colorado. She married Peter McGee on Jan. 31, 1926, Brighten, Colo. They moved to Whatcom County in 1936 and farmed in the Northwood, Deming and Nooksack areas before his death in 1982. She married Neal Worthen in 1984. He died in 1992. Mrs. Worthen worked as a homemaker and Avon representative. Raised in the Baptist faith, Mrs. Worthen enjoyed sewing, quiltmaking, flower gardening and club activities and served as past commander of the Navy Mother's Club. Survivors include daughters Evelyn Briley of Sumas and Vina James of Penrose, Colo., son Pat McGee of Lynden, 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
WORTHINGTON, Harley F. of Yakima died Monday, Dec. 30, 1996. He was 78. At his request, no service will be held. Born April 26, 1918, in Bellingham, he graduated from Fairhaven High School in 1936. Mr. Worthington served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in Pearl Harbor and Iwo Jima. He worked as a painter for Western Washington University, retiring in 1981. A strong advocate for children, Mr. Worthington was a foster parent for many years. He also was an avid golfer and baseball fan. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy; sons Dale Worthington and Glenn Worthington; sister Beryl Martin; and five grandchildren.
WRIGHT, Archie – A memorial service for Archie Wright of Bellingham will be at 10:30 a.m. Jan 7 at St. James
Lutheran Church in Seattle White Center. Mr. Wright died Sunday, Dec. 10, 2000 in Bellingham. He was 87.
Born June 23, 1913 to Claud and Pearl (Snyder) Wright in Bellingham, he moved back to Whatcom County
four years ago after living in Seattle White Center. Mr. Wright married Marguerite Davis. She died in 1994. He
worked for The Boeing Co for more than 35 years. Mr. Wright was a longtime member of the Mountaineers of
Seattle. He also was a member of Faith Lutheran Church of Bellingham and was previously active at St. James
Lutheran Church of Seattle and was a member of the Machinists Union. He enjoyed backpacking, hiking,
camping and gardening. Survivors include daughter Adoline A. Brown of Bellingham and grandchildren Justin
and Laura Brown. Arrangements are by Jones-Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 29 Dec 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
WRIGHT, Daniel James, age 27, of Bellingham, was lost at sea in a fishing accident in Excursion Inlet, AK, Feb. 17, 1997. Born July 21, 1969 in San Gabriel, CA; co-owner of Vis Seafoods & was a commercial fisherman. He attended Madison High School, Portland, OR, Mt. Hood Community College and U of WA. He married Cassandra Karuza October, 1996. Dan was a professional rock-climber, served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Stonewall Jackson and was an EMT. He loved to golf & lived life to the fullest. Survived by his wife Cassandra of Bellingham; sister, Jeni Wright, Eugene, OR; mother Nyla Wright and partner Bob Caldwell of Gresham, OR; father & mother-in-law, Jim Wright and Eve McDermott, West Linn, OR; parents-in-law, Jack & Peggy Karuza of Bellingham; sisters-in-law, Stephanie & Jennifer Karuza of Bellingham. Memorial Services will be held March 1, 2:30 p.m. at the Fairhaven Park Pavilion.
WRIGHT, Florence Rossi, of Bellingham died Saturday, Aug. 2, 1997, in Bellingham. She was 66. A funeral will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Westford Funeral Home. Her ashes will be placed in Chiloquin, Ore., near her mother. Born March 21, 1931, in Ashland, Ore., she was a local resident since 1973. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Wright, by sisters Reatha Jefferson and Mary Burgdorf and by two granddaughters. Survivors include daughters Susie Clark of Klamath Falls, Ore., and Teresa Butler and Sandy Wright, both of Bellingham; sons dugan Moore of Chiloquin, Keith Wright of Bellingham and Stewart Jefferson and Kevin Wright, both of Springfield, Ore.; sisters Joey Berdette of Port Angeles and Rosie Zamudio of Bend, Ore.; brothers Nick Rossi of Chiloquin and Albert Rossi of Medford, Ore.; 10 granddaughters; nine grandsons; eight great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Westford Funeral Home.
WRIGHT, Franklin Eugene Jr. of Milwaukie, Ore., died Sunday, Feb. 23, 1997. He was 89. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday in Beaverton, Ore. Born Jan. 30, 1908, to Franklin and Myrtle Johnson Wright in Seattle, he was raised on Lummi Island. He attended Hill Military Academy in Portland, Ore., and the University of Washington. Mr. Wright married Celeste Kienast in 1931 in Alaska. She died in 1962. He married Mildred Hennessy in 1972. He operated fish canneries, worked as a bookkeeper for Icy Straights Salmon Co. and co-owned Pyramid Fisheries in Alaska. Mr. Wright served as township clerk and Justice of the Peace on Lummi Island and a president of the Northwest Salmon Canners. He was director of Alaska Salmon Industry. A charter member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity and life member of the Elks and Moose lodges in Sitka, Alaska, he volunteered as a bookkeeper at St. Mary Star of the Sea Parish in Astoria, Ore. Survivors include his wife of Milwaukie; daughter Patricia Woodburn of San Diego; stepsons J. V. Hennessy and Michael Hennessy, both of Portland, Robert Hennessy, Dennis Hennessy and Timothy Hennessy, all of Milwaukie; and stepdaughter Michele De Vitis of Portland.
WRIGHT, John Edmund of Mesa, Ariz., died Tuesday, Jan. 21, 1997. He was 84. The service is private. Born Dec. 6, 1912, in Omak, he graduated from high school there in 1930. Mr. Wright lived in Seattle, Bellingham, Spokane and Utah before moving to Arizona in 1962. He worked for Northern Commercial Co. in Seattle, Alcoa Aluminum in Spokane and Fuller Brush Co. in Utah. He also worked in real estate and owned a laundry in Arizona before retiring. Survivors include his wife, Doris; daughter Robin Rasciner of Phoenix; sons John Edmund Jr. of Sacramento, Calif., and Jeffrey Paul of Scottsdale, Ariz.; brother Robert Wright of Arcadia, Calif.; sister Annie Lou Maley of Seattle; and six grandchildren.
WRIGHT, Lewellyn - At his request, no local services are scheduled for Lewellyn "Shorty" Wright, 77, 8026 Valley View Road, Custer, who died Tuesday (Aug. 27, 1991) at Mount Baker Care Center. He was born Nov. 28, 1913, in Sumner. He had been a resident of Whatcom County the past 20 years. Mr. Wright was a pipefitter and welder. He was a member of the Northwest Pipefitters and Plumbers Union Local No. 40. He married Mamie Pettengill in Idaho on Nov. 14, 1955. She died June 7. Arrangements are by Moles Funeral Home.
WRIGHT, Marjorie Julia Ann, 69, of Darrington, died May 19, 1995. She was born Oct. 27, 1925 and had lived in Darrington for the past 45 years. She was a member of the Unity Center for Positive Living in Everett. Marjorie was a R.N. She enjoyed being a mother and grandmother. She leaves her husband of 47 years, Floyd Wright, of the home; daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Ted Measor, of Everett; sister, Marie Stone, of Renton; brother, Gerald Rhoads, of CA; and two grandsons, Darryl Cloer, of Cheney. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Rose Rhoads, and her daughters, Cheryl and Delaine. Services will be held Tuesday, May 23, 1995 at 1:00 p.m. at the Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church in Darrington. Graveside Services will be held Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at the Enterprise Cemetery in Ferndale, WA. Arrangements entrusted to Weller Funeral Home, Arlington.
WULFF, Wilfred E., age 27 years, of Blaine, passed away Thursday, July 21, (1955) in Ugashik, Alaska, due to burns received when a gasoline motor exploded in the engine room of a boat. Surviving relatives include three sisters, Kristin Ness of Blaine, Mrs. Louise Altman of Seattle, Mrs. Doris McNallie, also of Seattle; one brother Ernest Wulff of Seattle; one aunt, Mrs. I. S. Benedictson of Blaine; also several other relatives. Funeral services will be conducted, Thursday, July 28, at 2 p.m. from the McKinney Funeral Home in Blaine, with the Rev. A. E. Kristjannson officiating. Interment in Hillsdale cemetery.
(From The Blaine Journal, July 28, 1955) Submitted by John Rauch, typed by Merrily Lawson.
WYMAN, Robert J. - At his request, there will be no service for Robert J. Wyman of Bellingham. Mr. Wyman
died Monday, Feb 21, 2000 at his daughter's home in Sedro-Woolley. He was 88. Born Nov 25, 1911 to John
and Mertie Maynard Wyman in Belfast, Wash, he had lived in Whatcom and Skagit counties all his life. Mr.
Wyman graduated from Burlington High School in 1930. On June 26, 1937, he married Elma (Eva) Johnson.
She died in 1990 after 53 years of marriage. Mr. Wyman retired from Bornstein Seafoods. Mr. Wyman was a
member of United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 44. During his earlier years he enjoyed fishing,
hunting and camping. His favorite pastime was gardening and growing and canning vegetables. His sisters
Beatrice Caron and Iva Holm died previously. Survivors include daughters Marita Crawford of Bellingham and
Wanda Hinds of Sedro-Woolley, grandchildren Steven and Lisa Crawford of Bellingham and Gail and Carrie
Hinds of Sedro-Woolley and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements are by Lemley Chapel of Sedro-Woolley.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 25 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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WYNN, Elizabeth – A graveside service for Elizabeth (Parker) Wynn of Bloomingdale, Ill, formerly of
Bellingham, will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Maple Leaf Cemetery in Oak Harbor, with the Rev. Al Currier
officiating. Mrs. Wynn died Friday, Jan 28, 2000 in Bloomingdale. She was 88. Born Jun 16, 1911, to Thomas
and Oma (Barmore) Parker in Crowell, Texas, she moved with her family to the Silver Beach area in
Bellingham when she was 14. Mrs. Wynn graduated from Whatcom High School in 1930. On Aug 11, 1933,
she married Jess Wynn of Lynden. They moved to Whidbey Island in 1941. He died in 1979. Mrs. Wynn was a
supervisor at the Navy Exchange laundry facility for 15 years. Mrs. Wynn was a member and served twice as
royal matron of the Order of Amaranth. She also served as mother adviser of the Coupeville chapter of Rainbow
Girls, for which she received the Grand Cross of Colors, and was a member of First United Methodist Church
of Oak Harbor. In 1986, she returned to Bellingham and lived at The Willows Retirement Apartments for nine
years. She moved to Bloomingdale in 1995 to live with family. Her daughter Shirley Weidenbach, brother Jack
Parker and sister Trunion Sweitzer died previously. Survivors include daughter Patricia Washington of
Bloomingdale; sisters Sue Brown and Oma Parker, both of Bellingham; seven grandchildren; 15 great-
grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and one nephew. Arrangements are by Jones Moles Funeral Home.
(From The Bellingham Herald, 2 Feb 2000) Submitted by Merrily Lawson.
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