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MARY GLEN PALMER
Anchorage resident Mary Glen Palmer, 90, died Feb. 6, 2000, at Alaska Regional Hospital from a heart attack.
Viewing and visitation will be from 1 to 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 12, at Valley Funeral Home, 151 E. Herning Ave., in Wasilla, followed by a memorial service at 3 p.m. at the Big Lake Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses, Mile 51 of the Parks Highway.
Kyle Forbush will officiate at the service. Burial will be in the spring at Valley Memorial Park in Palmer.
Mrs. Palmer was born April 13, 1909, in Cleveland, Kan. She came to Alaska in 1970, and had lived in Eagle River, Houston, Wasilla and Anchorage. She was a retiree of Security Pacific Bank, now Bank of America.
Her special interests were sewing, knitting and gardening. Her family said: She moved to Alaska to be near her children upon her retirement 30 years ago. She was an active member of the Jehovahs Witnesses. She was a loving mother and grandmother.
Survivors are her daughter, Joanne Lund, of Houston; son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Sharon Palmer, of Eagle River; brother, Everett Bray, of Los Angeles; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a son, Jimmy, who passed away at age 5.
Arrangements were made by Valley Funeral Home & Crematory of Wasilla.
SYLVIA NASH
Longtime Valley resident Sylvia Nash, 75, died Feb. 8, 2000, at Heidis Place Assisted Living Home in Palmer, from complications following a stroke.
A memorial service for Mrs. Nash will be held Saturday, Feb. 19, 2000, at 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 440 E. Elmwood, Palmer. The Rev. Jonathan Rockey will officiate.
Mrs. Nash was born Feb. 5, 1925, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Alfred and Lena (Aslakson) Juveland.
She graduated from Lake Mills High School and attended Coe Teachers College, both in Iowa, and taught two years of country school before moving to Alaska.
She also volunteered for the Navy Nurses Training Corps and was a student at Iowa University Medical School from 1944-1945 before she met and married John Nash in 1946.
She and her husband came to Alaska from Iowa in the spring of 1948, pioneered a 240-acre parcel of raw land in the Lazy Mountain area, and developed a working farm where they have resided for more than 50 years.
During her life, Mrs. Nash was actively involved at St. John Lutheran Church as an organist at the old Colony church and as a Sunday School teacher. She was also a member of the Lazy Mountain Homemakers Club and in years past, was a judge of flowers and knitting at the Alaska State Fair.
According to her family, She had a great love of music and enjoyed hobbies such as gardening, sewing, knitting and baking, especially bread and Lefse.
Mrs. Nash is survived by her husband, John Nash; her daughters and spouses, Carol and Stan Reed, Barbara and Matt Stephl, Diane and Fred Williams; son and spouse, John and Diane Nash, and six grandchildren, all of Alaska.
She is also survived by her brothers, Omar Juveland, of Chicago and Allan Juveland, of Los Alamos, N.M., and her sister, Gilma Henthorne, of Eugene, Ore., and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents.
In lieu of flowers the family requests gifts and donations be made to the St. John Lutheran Church Music Fund, P.O. Box 774, Palmer, AK 99645.
Arrangements for the family were made by Kehls Palmer Mortuary.
MARK LARRY HUFF JR.
Wasilla resident Mark Larry Huff Jr., 22, died Feb. 3, 2000, at home.
A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 7, at Valley Funeral Home, 151 E. Herning Ave., in Wasilla. Mr. Huffs ashes will be spread over Mount McKinley at a later date.
Mr. Huff was born April 8, 1977, in Bandon, Ore. He was home schooled and received his GED.
He came to Alaska in 1996, and lived in Ketchikan from 1996 to 1997, in Eagle River from 1998 to 1999, and in Wasilla since 1999. He had been employed by VECO since March 1998.
He enjoyed outdoor sports such as hunting, fishing and cycling.
His family said: He was a hard worker and always to work on time. He had a good sense of direction and never got lost. He is loved by his family and friends. He had a good heart, and a kind hand, and was understanding. He was always there to help and lend a helping hand to anyone in need. We love you always and forever. You keep right on looking after your girls.
Survivors are his father and stepmother, Mark Sr. and Helen Huff; mother, Judy Blake; sisters, Trish Huff and Theresa Huff-Gatewood; grandfather, Fred F. Huff; grandmother, Salena Huff; nieces, Karlee Denny and Chloe Gatewood, and cousins, Carrie L. Souch and Steve Huff.
Memorial donations may be made to a trust fund for his nieces, Karlee Denny and Chloe Gatewood, at Credit Union 1 in Eagle River.
EDDIE L. PATTON
Big Lake resident Eddie Leroy Moose Bone Eddie Patton, 42, died Jan. 8, 2000, at home.
A memorial service was held at 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 6, at the chapel of Valley Funeral Home & Crematory, 151 East Herning Ave., in Wasilla.
Mr. Patton was born July 7, 1957, in Cottage Grove, Ore. He completed his GED and worked as an artist and carpenter. He came to Alaska in 1976, and had lived in Anchorage, Sheep Creek, Houston and Big Lake.
His hobbies and special interests were hunting, fishing, art and music. His family said, He loved to do his carvings. He will be remembered for his kind heart and through his artwork. He loved to fish and hunt.
He was preceded in death by his father, Cecil Edward Patton.
Survivors are his mother, Patricia Carlton Patton; his fiance of five years, Susan Norberg; stepchildren, Thomas, Jeremy and Shannon Thomason, and Amanda and Sierra Norberg; brother, Chris Patton; sister, Deane Marquardt; half-brothers, Jeff and Jerry Burns; half-sister, Judy Peck; stepsister, Annette Rozalski, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
KERRY T. BROOKMAN
Wasilla resident Kerry Thomas Brookman, 53, died Feb. 1, 2000, at Providence Alaska Medical Center, from injuries suffered in an avalanche accident near Bird Flats on the Seward Highway.
A memorial service was held at 11 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 6, at Valley Funeral Home, 151 E. Herning Ave., in Wasilla, followed by a celebration of life at the Best Western Lake Lucille Inn, 1300 West Lake Lucille Dr., in Wasilla.
Mr. Brookman was born July 24, 1946, in Flint, Mich. He graduated in 1963 from El Cajon Valley High School in California. He served three years in the U.S. Army, and came to Alaska in 1977, residing in Anchorage from 1977 to 1983, and in Wasilla since 1983.
He had worked at various construction jobs and for the Alaska Railroad from April 16, 1979, until his death.
Family and friends wrote: Kerry was a kind man and beloved father. His caring and his witty personality were staples in the lives of those close to him. He always found time to make others happy, no matter the personal inconvenience. Always willing to lend a hand, share a smile or his wisdom with even the furthest stranger, Kerry had a certain charisma that few have. Those who knew Kerry were most certainly touched by his character and will always have fond memories of him. Kerry worked as a senior heavy equipment operator for the Alaska Railroad for over 21 years. He spent many summers and long winters away from home taking care of the railroad between Seward and Fairbanks. Whether he was building new track, unloading thousands of ties, clearing ditches or cleaning snowslides, Kerry was always ready to dedicate himself to his work. Kerry was loved by his family and by his friends at the Alaska Railroad, and he will be very sorely missed.
He is survived by Loretta K. Brookman and son, Joseph A. Brookman, of Wasilla; daughter, Tonya Brookman-Link, and sons, Tom and Jon Brookman, and daughter-in-law, Deb, all of Michigan; sister, Sandy Lum and brother-in-law, Kai (Ray), of Michigan; sister, Barbara Brookman, of Texas; brother, Mike Brookman and sister-in-law, Susan, of Virginia; and grandchildren, Robert, Shawna, Kaylee, Alisha, Allie Jo, and Kayla.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Lyle Brookman, and his sister, Carol Cobb.
WILLIAM E. TILLEY
Peters Creek resident William Edward Tilley, 68, died of natural causes Jan. 30, 2000, at Providence Alaska Medical Center.
Services were at 1 p.m. Feb. 3, at the chapel of Valley Funeral Home & Crematory, 151 E. Herning Avenue, in Wasilla, with family members officiating. Burial followed at the Wasilla Aurora Cemetery.
Mr. Tilley was born March 26, 1931, in Oklahoma City, Okla., to Loren E. and Myrtle L. (Harrold) Tilley. In 1952 he received a degree in theology from St. Paul Bible Institute, and in 1959 a bachelor of arts degree from Seattle Pacific College.
He had been an Alaska resident for the past 22 years, living in Anchorage for 12 years and in Peters Creek for the past 10 years. He had been employed in equipment maintenance at the Anchorage airport.
He was a member of the Bahai Faith, and in earlier years enjoyed mountaineering.
His family said: Being an adventurer, Dad is now on his greatest adventure ever.
Survivors are his children, Charlotte McClelland and Sonja McGeary of Hawaii, Gwen Gerard of Alaska, Gale Koch and David Tilley of Iowa, and John Tilley of England; grandchildren, Candy, Kendall and Jenabe Ford, Donald Gerard, and Jessie and Bleu McGeary, all of Hawaii, James Riveira, Keoni and Erik Koch, and Kelsey and Brent Tilley, all of Iowa; Melanie Riveira of California, Miguel Riveira of Guam, Philippa Tilley of England, and five great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a son, Mark Tilley, and his twin sister, Joan Young.
ETHEL EADIE HENDERSON
Longtime Kenai resident, Ms. Ethel Eadie Henderson, died Thursday, Jan. 27, 2000, at Central Peninsula General Hospital in Soldotna. She was 73 years old.
Funeral services were held Feb. 1, at Peninsula Memorial Chapel in Kenai. Father Macarius Targonsky officiated at the ceremony. A visitation was held one hour prior to the service. Interment was at the Kenai Cemetery. Following interment a gathering was held at the Eagles Lodge.
Eadie Henderson was born April 18, 1926, in Youngstown, Ohio. She came to Alaska as a young woman who independently homesteaded on the Kenai. Eadie is well-known for one of the first businesses on the North Road, The Last Frontier Dine & Dance, which began in the early 1950s and is now known as Eadies Pawn, Hotel & Liquor Store. She loved dance, entertaining, storytelling and most importantly, was always willing to help anyone in need.
Ms. Henderson was a member of the Eagles, Pioneers of Alaska, and has her history in the book Once Upon the Kenai and articles in We Alaskans, as well as many out-of-state newspaper articles. Ms. Henderson was also known for the dancing performances she gave in the Valley.She contributed to many charities and was fondly known as Unforgettable Eadie. According to the family, Her generosity will be remembered in the hearts of the many who knew her.
Eadie is survived by her brother, Alex Chenlikas of Youngstown, Ohio; son, Zane Lee Kummert; daughter-in-law Vicki Lynn Hart; grandchildren, Janeece Lee Pearl Kummert, Joseph Joey Shane Kummert, Jeremy Hart, Jared Hart, Jessica Hart-Spurgeon and spouse Jamie Spurgeon, and Kala Jean Anderson, all of Kenai, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Eadie Henderson Dance Scholarship Program, P.O. Box 85, Kenai, AK 99611. Arrangements were by Peninsula Memorial Chapel.
DELENA MAE GOODWIN
Longtime Talkeetna resident Delena Mae Goodwin, 79, died peacefully Jan. 25, 2000, at her home. Her oldest son and daughter were present. A funeral service was held Jan. 31 at the Montana Creek Baptist Church in Willow. Interment at Kashwitna Cemetery was scheduled to follow the service, with Pastor Gerry Etherton officiating.
Mrs. Goodwin was born July 1, 1920, in Baxter, Mo., to Samuel and Clara Maude (Jackson) Cron.
She moved to Alaska in 1967 with her husband and eight children. They settled in Talkeetna. She was a founding member of Montana Creek Baptist Church and active with senior citizens activities, Talkeetna Historical Society, the Homemakers Club and Veterans of Foreign Wars.
According to her family, She was known for her humor, sewing and love for her friends and family. She was committed to her community and served it in many ways. She made her family members lives beautiful wherever they were and in whatever circumstances they were. She was like a wild rose, she bloomed wherever she was planted.
Mrs. Goodwin is survived by her sons, Gene of Palmer, Wayne of Weiser, Idaho, Larry of Portland, Ore., Jack of Willow, Mark of Talkeetna and William of McGrath; daughters, Ruth Youngblood of Reeds Springs, Mo., Judy Oliver of Twin Falls, Idaho, Juanita Tedrick of Columbia Falls, Mont., and DeLena Johnson of Palmer. She is also survived by 36 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert, and sons, Delwin and Samuel.
Arrangements for the family were made by Kehls Palmer Mortuary.
ELEANOR WHITNEY BURNELL STEVENS
Eleanor Whitney Burnell Stevens, 90, died in her sleep of natural causes Jan. 22, 2000. at Palmer Pioneers Home.
In accordance with her wishes, no services will be held. Her ashes will be scattered at Flat Lake and in the Anchorage area.
Mrs. Stevens was born in Onami, Minn., on April 12, 1909. She received a degree from the University in Minnesota in 1932, was a mathematician and became the first female CPA in the United States.
She lived in Anchorage from 1945 to 1980, in Seward from 1980 to 1985 and in Palmer since 1985.
As a CPA she had been self-employed, worked for the Alaska Railroad and at various insurance companies in Minnesota. She retired in 1956.
Friends wrote: Eleanor came to Alaska in 1945 with her husband, Claude S. Stevens, to work on the railroad. They bought a guest home that sat behind Judge Wickershams home on 5th Avenue and I Street and had it moved to two acres on W. 35th in Spenard, where they lived with their dogs and flowers. Eleanor had a stroke and stayed home as long as possible, then moved to a Seward nursing home while she waited to get into the Pioneers Home.
She moved into the Palmer Pioneers Home in 1985 and lived there until her death.
Mrs. Stevens enjoyed raising Sitka roses, taking care of dogs, and going to their island property on Flat Lake near Big Lake. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Pioneers of Alaska and Beta Sigma Phi.
She is survived by her nephew and his wife, Robert and Doreen Whitney, of Utah, and her niece and her husband, Pat and Dale, of Minnesota.
Arrangements were made by Valley Funeral Home.
