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Glenn Godfrey Sr.
Lifetime Alaska resident Glenn Godfrey Sr. died Saturday, Aug. 3, 2002, in his Eagle River residence. He was 53.
The funeral service is scheduled for 1 p.m. today at the Anchorage Baptist Temple in Anchorage. Following the service, a reception will be held at the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage. Burial will take place at a later date.
Mr. Godfrey was born Jan. 26, 1949, in Kodiak, where he spent his childhood. In 1967, he graduated from Kodiak High School. On Aug. 31, 1967, he married Patricia Lee Gugel at the Kodiak Baptist Mission.
Mr. Godfrey attended the Alaska State Trooper Public Safety Academy in Sitka in July 1970. He was initially stationed in Anchorage in the position of a patrol trooper before transferring to Juneau in 1972. He went to Northway in 1974, and transferred back to Juneau in 1976 at the rank of corporal. He was promoted to first sergeant in 1978 and moved to Bethel, where he was instrumental in starting the Village Public Safety Officer (VPSO) Program, which flourishes today. In 1981 he was promoted to lieutenant and remained in Bethel as the detachment commander. In 1983 he moved to Anchorage, serving on the director's staff. In 1985, Mr. Godfrey became the VPSO coordinator for the state, a position he maintained after being promoted to captain in 1987. In 1991 he was promoted to major and served as deputy director of the Alaska State Troopers. Mr. Godfrey was promoted to colonel and appointed as director of Alaska State Troopers in January 1995, a position he held for more than five years. In August 2000, Gov. Tony Knowles selected Mr. Godfrey as the new commissioner of the Department of Public Safety. He served as commissioner until his retirement on June 30, 2002.
Following an extensive planned vacation, Mr. Godfrey was scheduled to become the senior executive officer of Koniag, Inc. He had been a member of the Koniag Board of Directors since 1989 and board chairman since 1996.
Mr. Godfrey attended Muldon Community Assembly of God Church in Anchorage. He was active in multiple Native Corporations through the years, and participated in community sports teams and benefit runs that raised funding for the Special Olympics.
His family described him as approachable, good natured, and big-hearted. He was quick to offer assistance to those in need, and would even make fun of himself to lift someone else's spirit. He made special efforts to spend time with each of his grandchildren individually, taking some of them on out-of-state trips with he and Patti.
He enjoyed his role as a grandfather. In recent years he coached his grandson's basketball and baseball teams. Yearly, he enjoyed trips to Kodiak Island to renew boyhood memories, visit lifetime friends, and "attempt" catching fish. Recently, he and Patti spent three weeks alone on Afognak Island hiking, fishing, berry picking and kayaking. They were scheduled to leave Aug. 6 for a 35th wedding anniversary and retirement celebration trip in Switzerland.
Mr. Godfrey was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Godfrey of Seattle, Wash., and Nyda Godfrey of Kodiak.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia Godfrey of Eagle River; sons, Glenn Godfrey Jr. and daughter-in-law Tracy of Eagle River, and Gerad Godfrey and daughter-in-law Deborah of Valdez; daughters, Valery Hanson and son-in-law David Hanson of Eagle River, and Jenna Weekley and son-in-law Brad Weekley of Anchorage; brother, Richard Godfrey of Anchorage; thirteen grandchildren and other relatives.
A memorial fund has been established at the Alaska USA Federal Credit Union in Glenn Godfrey's name. Donations can be made at any branch.
Connie Noreen McDaniel
Soldotna resident Connie Noreen McDaniel died Sunday, Oct. 20, 2002, at Central Peninsula General Hospital in Soldotna. She was 57.
A graveside funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, at Kenai City Cemetery.
Arrangements are being handled by Peninsula Memorial Chapel.
Shirley Mozelle "Mo" Baker Davis
Former Kenai resident Shirley Mozelle "Mo" Baker Davis died July 4, 2001, in Sarasota, Fla.
Burial will be at the Miller Creek Family Cemetery, near Johnson City, in Blanco County, Texas.
She was born September 18, 1931, in Austin, Texas.
She and her husband, Chester, had many adventures, including raising their family in Alaska from 1964 to 1993. They lived in Kenai for more than 20 years. She was a member of Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church.
"She was a Catholic, a gifted seamstress and crafter, an avid reader, and loved video games. She never backed down from any person or any struggle, " her family said.
She was preceded in death by her twin daughters, Carol and Wanda Davis; and her parents, Walter and Valerie Mozelle Long Baker.
Mrs. Davis is survived by her husband of 53 years, Chester Isaac Davis; their children, Janet and Brian Powell, Linda and Ronald Frison, and Paul Davis; her grandchildren; Brian and Vicky Hoff, Darcy and Paul Buckner, Michael Frison, Gerald Hoff, Alan Davis, Keith Powell, Steven Davis, Megan Powell, and Patrick Powell; great-grandchildren Alex, Brianna and Haley Hoff; and her sisters and brothers; Margie and Donald Ray, Jay and Jo, Ruby and Jack; other family members and many friends.
Tressa Darlene Mansfield
Soldotna resident Tressa Darlene Mansfield died Sunday, Oct. 20, 2002, at Central Peninsula General Hospital. She was 57.
At the family's request, no services will be held.
Mrs. Mansfield was born Jan. 10, 1945, in Crescent City, Calif. She received her education and graduated from Del Norte High School in Crescent City. She moved to Alaska in 1969, residing on the Kenai Peninsula, living mostly in Soldotna.
She worked at Video Place and Alpine Laundry and the One-Hour Martinizing.
Mrs. Mansfield enjoyed astrology, wood finishing and leather tooling.
"Tressa was a fine lady and tried to help as many people as she could. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, " her family said.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Tamara Cooper.
Mrs. Mansfield is survived by her husband, Robert "Deacon" Mansfield; son, Charles Mansfield; daughter, Victoria Mansfield; and grandchildren, Chelsee and Seth Mansfield, Sherika and T.C. Hatten and Jason Raymond.
Arrangements were made by Peninsula Memorial Chapel.
June Alice Trimmingham
Longtime Alaska resident June Alice Trimmingham died of natural causes Thursday, Oct. 19, 2000, at her home in Hope. She was 80.
A memorial service was held Oct. 25 in Hope. Her son Guy Adams delivered the eulogy; the service was officiated by her daughter, the Rev. Jan Adams. She was buried at the Hope Cemetery.
She was born Sept. 3, 1920, in International Falls, Minn., to Stanley and Marion Thompson.
She arrived in Alaska by steamship in 1943, while the black period of World War II was in effect. This was during the time special entry papers were required to enter into Alaska. She made her residence in Anchorage.
While in Anchorage, she worked as a waitress at the Westward Hotel. She also was a cocktail waitress. She worked at a neon sign shop and she also was a blue print operator working for District Engineers on Elmendorf Air Force Base.
In 1953 she met and married William (Bill) Trimmingham. They continued to live in Anchorage until 1959 when they began setting up a home in Hope.
"She was truly a unique individual touching every life she met, whether it be four-legged or two- legged. She always had a very tender place in her heart for all animals. Mrs. Trimmingham loved to watch the sun shining on the mountains through the trees. Her love for every growing thing be it tree, shrub or plant was immense. Bird watching was her favorite pastime. She also enjoyed berry picking, gardening, fishing, canning and putting food up. She also like to be prepared for hard times. We will all miss her greatly, " the family said.
She is survived by her best friend and husband, William (Bill) Trimmingham, of Hope; daughter and son-in-law, Janice (Jan) and Jack Adams, of Anchorage; sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas and June Krohn, of Hope, and Guy and Laura Trimmingham, of Soldotna; grandchildren, Van Lausterer, of Anchorage, Teri Lausterer, of Kirkland, Wash., Geri Lausterer-Harrison and companion Tony Pearse, of Soldotna, Farrar Trimmingham-Startz and husband Steve, of Fairbanks; great-grandchildren, AJ Harrison, of Aurora, Mo., Shay and Bree Harrison, of Soldotna, and Monique Krohn, of Colorado; nephew Stag Thompson and many special friends.
Donations may be made in her memory to the S.P.C.A of the Kenai Peninsula, P.O. Box 4243 Soldotna, AK 99669.
Arrangements were made by Kehl's Forest Lawn Mortuary and Crematory.
Vannoy 'Doc' Clifford Cason
Longtime Sterling resident Vannoy "Doc" Clifford Cason died Sunday, Oct. 20, 2002, at Heritage Place in Soldotna. He was 83.
Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Kenai City Cemetery. Pastor Mitch Glover will officiate. Pallbearers will be Dustin Schreiber, Dennis Smith, Gary Muller, Andrew Smith, Lonnie McMilin and Luke Krueger.
Mr. Cason was born Sept. 5, 1919, in Norwood, Mo. He served in the U.S. Army from April 1941 to June 1945 in the Pacific Theater. He received four bronze battle stars.
He moved to Alaska in 1978 after retiring from Safeway in Bozeman, Mont.
Mr. Cason enjoyed fishing and being with grandchildren and family.
"He will always be in our hearts. He was a loving, giving man; a very brave man. His love for animals, he passed on to his family. He had a great sense of humor. He was a great cook and a wonderful baker. He will never be forgotten, " his family said.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ramona; daughter, Lila Darlene; parents, Richard and Eliza Jane; and sisters, Joyce and Opal.
He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Charlene and Dennis Smith and Karlene and Gary Muller, all of Sterling; grandchildren, Shelly, Jess, Lisa, Dustin, Andrew and Laura; great-grandson, Korban; nieces, Shirley and Bonnie Jean; and nephew, Sherman.
Arrangements were made by Peninsula Memorial Chapel.
Elsie Orene Blevins
Soldotna resident Elsie Orene Blevins passed away Sunday, Nov. 3, 2002, at her home in Soldotna. She was 81.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Soldotna. Burial will be in Spruce Grove Memorial Park in Kasilof following the funeral.
Mrs. Blevins was born July 2, 1921, in Fredericksburg, Va. She lived there until she was 18, then moved to Bethesda, Md., and later to Washington, D.C. She also lived in Texas and California before moving to Seward in 1949.
After living in Seward for 15 years, she moved to Anchorage, where she met and married Jerry Blevins on Dec. 17, 1966. She worked as a waitress, then was a homemaker after retiring. The couple moved to Soldotna in 1970.
Some things the couple enjoyed together were their dogs and music. They also liked to celebrate holidays, especially St. Patrick's Day, complete with corn beef, cabbage, soda bread and Irish coffee. She also enjoyed being active; especially bowling, golfing, yard work and walking. On Aug. 7, 2002, Mrs. Blevins was baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was loved and appreciated by her church family.
"She will be long remembered for the times shared and enjoyed together. Elsie had a very active mind and a quick sense of humor. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her, " her friends said.
Mrs. Blevins was preceded in death by her husband of 25 years, Jerry, who passed away June 1, 1992.
She is survived by two stepdaughters, two grandchildren, and many friends in the area.
Memorial donations may be sent in Mrs. Blevins' name to Hospice of the Central Peninsula, 312 Tyee St. No. 3, Soldotna, AK 99669.
Arrangements were made by Peninsula Memorial Chapel.
Sally Ann Bollinger
Soldotna resident Sally Ann Bollinger died Saturday, Nov. 2, 2002, at Central Peninsula General Hospital in Soldotna. She was 63.
In accordance to her wishes, no services are planned.
Mrs. Bollinger was born May 26, 1939, in Kinsley, Kan., the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward David Burns. The family moved to Townsend, Mont., in 1941. They later moved to Helena, Mont., and then to Great Falls, Mont., where she completed her education.
On Aug. 20, 1954, she married Ronald Duane Bollinger in Great Falls. They moved to Alaska in 1979. She worked as a bartender at the Tide's Inn and as a floor worker at the Diamond Rose Bingo Hall.
She enjoyed camping, gardening and reading mystery novels.
"She will be missed and loved by her family, and especially her grandchildren, " her family said.
Mrs. Bollinger was preceded in death by her husband on March 31, 1999.
She is survived by her sons, John Bollinger of Soldotna, Mike Bollinger and his wife, Naneata, of Sedro-Woolley, Wash.; daughter, Debra Simpson of Soldotna; grandchildren, Jennifer Simpson of Portland, Ore., Nicole Simpson of Soldotna, Michael Thomas Bollinger of Soldotna and Brent Schaner of Sedro-Woolley; brother, Walter Jackson Burns of North Carolina; sisters, Florence Sereis and Mary Alice Hensley, both of Kissimee, Fla., Darlene Slaymaker of Salt Lake City and Phyllis K. Osborne of Billings, Mont.; and several nieces, nephews and friends too numerous to mention.
Arrangements were made by Peninsula Memorial Chapel.
