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Scot Belton
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Scot Belton, 49, of Caldwell, Idaho, and formerly of Colville, died on Dec. 15 in Ontario, Oregon.
Funeral service is pending under the direction of Haren-Wood Funeral Chapel in Ontario.
Violet Helen Trudell
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
To My family and Friends
Please be thankful today
I’m still close beside you
In a new Special way
I love you all dearly
Now don’t shed a tear
Cause I’m spending my
Christmas with Jesus this year
Born October 1, 1918 to James and Ann Isabella (Moir) Rattray at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Yakima, Violet Helen Trudell graduated from Naches High School and received her primary and secondary teaching degrees at Eastern Washington State College in Ellensburg. She taught in many one-room schools in Eastern Washington, riding to school by horseback, sometimes having 16 to 18 students in all eight grades. She taught high school at Inchelium in the 1940’s, starting the first girls basketball team, 4-H cooking and sewing clubs. She taught the first Head Start program in Inchelium in the 1950’s
She touched the lives of many people in her circle of life and seemed to know just about everyone in Eastern Washington as she went about her daily activities in reaching, farming, church activities, foster grandparent activities, and caring for some of the elders and handicapped children in the area.
She leaves her children, Katherine (Don) Olson; John J.Trudell, William (Melanie) Trudell, Mary M. Trudell, Anna M Trudell; her grandchildren, Johnny(Denise) Trudell, Chris (Ellie) Olson, Travis (Itza-Vel Duarte) Trudell, Zach (Sarah) Trudell, Stephanie Trudell Shaun Trudell, Amanda Trudell, and Tana Trudell; her Great-grandchildren, Rowdy, Cody and Alyson Trudell. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Annabella Rattray; her husband,
John P. Trudell; her only sister, RoseMary Brazzell, and her son, Timothy Trudell
Merle Goff
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Merle H. Goff, 69, passed away on Dec. 13 at home. He was born in Spokane Sept. 8, 1940 to Lettie and Henry Goff. Both parents preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife Wanda and four children; two daughters, Penny and Steve Van Patton, Scottsdale, AZ; Susan and Bill Hanson, Spokane; two sons, Merle Jr., Mary, Jeffrey and Billie Jo, Colville; two half brothers, Bob and Henry Jr. both of Colville; three step-brothers and three step-sisters; six grandchildren, Chrissy and Willy Hanson of Spokane, and Logan, Jamie and Brandon Goff, Colville, Ryan Vanpatten; two great-grandchildren, Haley and Landon, Arizona.
Funeral service will be held Jan. 9, 1 p.m. at Spokane Community College Center, Colville (Use east entrance).
A reception at the Eagles Lodge will follow.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice or to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
Rose Simmons
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Rose Simmons passed away on Dec. 16 at the age of 71.
Rose was born in Nampa, Idaho to Emery and Bernice McNinch, and was raised in Vale, Oregon until her family moved to Northport her sophomore year where she finished school.
She started her journey of being mom in Northport and later moved to Colville. Rose spent a large portion of her life helping in her kids’ activities, ranging from assisting in 4-H to keeping the scorebooks at basketball and baseball games. She would rarely miss any of their events and dreaded the days when two events conflicted and she couldn’t make it to both. After all her kids graduated, Rose went back to work, especially enjoying her years working at Benny’s Colville Inn. She made lasting friendships with co-workers and her regular guests.
She was later diagnosed with kidney failure (caused by diabetes) and moved to Spokane to be closer to her doctors and dialysis. After starting dialysis, she again made many friends and enjoyed helping dialysis 'rookies' learn about the process. She fought a long eight years with this and never once did you hear her complain.
Rose was an avid sports fan who closely followed the Seahawks, Mariners and her favorite, Gonzaga basketball. You could always find out what game was on by giving her a call. She will forever be remembered for her loving, caring heart and crazy sense of humor.
She is survived by her three children: Debbie Zembruski (John Paradiso), Spokane; Larry Simmons (Letty) and his three children, Joy, Katrina and Breeanna, San Diego, CA; and Ed Simmons (Shelly) and his two children, Brittany and Haley, Chehalis. She is also survived by her siblings, Lee McNinch (Helen), Northport; Cecil McNinch (Edith), Colville; Helen Knapp (George), Colville, and special family friend, Dennis O’Keefe (Linda). She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service in Colville will be held in March with the date and location to be announced later.
Gladys Stewart
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Gladys N. Stewart, age 94, a lifetime resident of Colville, passed away on Dec. 20, 2009 in Spokane. Gladys was born on Sept. 20, 1915 in Colville, the daughter of Clifford William and Elsie Mae (DeGrief) Hotchkiss.
She attended school in Colville and was a 12-year senior who graduated in 1933. She then attended business school in Spokane. Gladys returned to Colville and worked for Fred Draper and Draper Lumber.
She was later introduced to Leslie Eugene Stewart and after a short courtship, they were wed on July 3, 1938 in Walla Walla. The young couple returned to Colville and soon started a family. Gladys worked in the home and enjoyed tending to the needs of her growing family.
In 1960, she and Les started their own logging company. She helped to support the needs of the company from home until Les preceded her in death in 1973. Gladys then took a more active role in the logging company. She enjoyed the many roles she supported, including wife, mother and business partner, but she cherished her role as a grandmother and great-grandmother. It was with great pride and a warm treat from the oven that she welcomed her grandchildren into her home. She looked forward to their daily visits from the bus stop and relished their company.
Gladys was best described as unconditional - unconditional in love for her family, unconditional generosity and unconditional nurturer. Her peach pie, cookies and fruit cakes complimented the huge 'meat and potato' meals she prepared. No one at Gladys’ table ever left hungry unless by choice. She was the perpetual optimist who left an indelible mark on the hearts of those she touch as just the kindest 'sweet little old lady'.
Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, Les; grandson, John 'Hooter' Stewart; sisters, Marie Yates and Margaret Hotchkiss; brothers, Albert, Arthur, Ken and Vern Hotchkiss.
She is survived by her two sons, John Stewart and his wife, Edie, Dick Stewart and wife, Kathy all of Colville; a daughter, Betty Harrow, Westport; grandchildren, P.J. Stewart and wife, Leann, Les Stewart and wife, Chris, Tammy Stewart, Tricia Robertson and husband, Dan, Wendy Stenbeck, Jay Stewart and wife, Nicole, Ron Hopper and wife, Lacey; seven great-grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends.
A funeral service for Mrs. Gladys N. Stewart will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, Dec. 28 at the Danekas Funeral Chapel in Colville. A graveside service will follow at the Mountain View Park cemetery in Colville.
Memorial contributions may be given to either Meals-on-Wheels or the charity of choice.
Danekas Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Judy Platts
Wednesday, 28 July 2010
Judith 'Judy' Beth Dodge Platts, a resident of Colville passed away following a long-term battle with Multiple Sclerosis on July 23, 2010 in Colville. She was 71. Judy was born on January 4, 1939 in Salina, KS, the daughter of Allen Rickenbacher and Barbara Brann (Simpson) Dodge.
Judy was raised in Salina, where she attended school and graduated from Salina High School in 1957. During high school, Judy worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor. Her love of the arts and her artistic abilities shined early with her decoration and creation of stage props and drawings in high school. Judy then began college at the Monticello College in Illinois and later transferred to the University of Kansas. While at the University of Kansas, she pledged and became a lifetime member of Kappa Kappa Gamma. Her zest for life and new experiences led her to a nine-year career as a stewardess for United Airlines.
During this time, she was based in Denver, CO and Seattle. She embraced the opportunity to travel abroad. She snow skied at many internationally renowned resorts and immersed herself into cultures of all kind. Judy was also proud of her MAC trips, to and from Vietnam, assisting the U.S. troops. She was forever touched by the experience. She quenched her need for speed by purchasing and driving three Porsche automobiles and earning her pilot’s license.
In 1969, she married
Richard Platts, and they resided first in Atherton, CA before moving to a ranch at Priest River, ID. Judy worked the ranch and raised her two daughters in her normal 'no fear' way and enjoyed every challenge and gift life offered. Judy cherished the Priest River community and returned her affection through her service as an EMT.
Her family returned to Salina, where she continued her education at Marymount College and changed her life as a devoted member of Alcoholics Anonymous. Judy and her girls, Jennifer and Peggy, moved to Spokane in 1986. Due to her progressing Multiple Sclerosis, Judy worked only a brief time in Spokane, but was actively involved in the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
In the mid-1990’s, she moved to a home in Colville, to be closer to her daughters. Judy’s declining health eventually brought her into the care of Parkview Assisted Living and then to Pinewood Terrace Nursing Home in Colville. The care she received was excellent and the love she was offered was inspiring.
Judy lived life to its fullest without reservation or regret. She had a wonderful and yet sometimes brash sense of humor. She inspired joy with her perfectly infectious laughter and smiles. Judy touched countless lives because she held nothing back when meeting a friend for the first time. She never met a stranger. Her greatest joy was her family and her greatest gift was her presence.
Judy was preceded in death by her mother, Barbara Brann Dodge; stepmother, Jerenne Mellinger Dodge; brother-in-laws, Dell Barbour and Billy Csikos, and her nephew, Marc McCabe.
She is survived by her daughters, Jennifer Hall and her husband, David, Kettle Falls; Peggy Lewis and her husband, Justin, Colville; her father, Allen Dodge, Salina; sisters, Joanne Robinson and husband, Gary, Scottsdale, AZ; Susan Dodge Csikos, Denver; brother, Clifton Dodge and wife, Cathy, Salina; step-sister, Gwyn Mellinger Auchard and husband, Mike, Lawrence, KS; step-brother, Richard Mellinger, Overland Park, KS; six grandchildren, Chelsie, Alexys, Casey, Makayla, Tristen, Katelynn and Bridger, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral service for Mrs. Judy Platts was held July 26 at the Danekas Funeral Chapel with Pastor Eric Ohrtman officiating.
Cremation followed the funeral service at the Danekas Crematory.
Memorial contributions may be given to the M.S. Society.
Danekas Funeral Chapel and Crematory is entrusted with the arrangements.
Richard and Josephine Dubell
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
There will be a celebration of the life of Richard (Dick) Dubell (1927-2006) and Josephine (Jo) Diehl Dubell (1929-2010) Saturday, August 21, 2 p.m. at 989 Bear Creek Road in Colville.
Dick and Jo were married
Oct. 11, 1952 after Dick’s discharge from the Marines fighting in Korea where he was wounded and awarded the Purple Heart. In 1959, with daughter Barb and son Jim, they moved to Delta Junction, AK. to homestead. Their son, Skip, was born there at Fort Greely Army Base. They received the property rights to the 160-acre homestead after spending three years 'proving up' the property. Dick was an Alaskan State Trooper from 1962 until he retired in 1978. During his career he was stationed in Fairbanks, Sitka, Delta Junction and Anchorage. Dick and Jo divorced in 1972 and decided to remarry in 1984. They lived in Colville until their passing. Jo was the 'asparagus lady' with a huge garden. Dick worked as a private investigator and was active with the VFW and the Marine Corps League.
The couple’s home was always open and hosted many visits from Alaskan travelers. They will be missed by family and friends across the country.
They are survived by daughter Barbara (Jeff) McElhinney, Colville; sons Jim (Becky) Dubell, Colville; Skip (Brendan) Dubell, Colville; granddaughters Darcy (Raymon) McNiven, Spokane; Jaime (Dan) David, Fairbanks; Breanne (David) Montgomery, Spokane; grandson PRF Kjell Perry, Fort Jackson; great-grandsons Brenden McNiven and Kaidn Montgomery and numerous nieces and nephews.
V. Jean Scarborough
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
On August 9, 2010 V. Jean Scarborough completed her adventure on earth and took the final journey into the arms of our Lord. She passed away peacefully with her niece, Chris, and nephew-in-law Neal at her side.
She was born May 27, 1929 to Hugh and Pearl Scarborough. She was a graduate of Colville High School and was a very proud Alumni of WSU. After graduating from WSU she became a teacher and began her long teaching career in Moses Lake. She taught many years at Kamehameha School in Hawaii before coming back to the main land to finish out her teaching career in the Antelope Valley, CA. She retired to Mission Viejo, CA., but in 2007 she said it was time to move back to the State of Washington to be closer to family. After a brief stay at a retirement apartment in Federal Way she moved to Edgewood.
Jean was a 50+ member of the Kappa Delta Gamma and had just been to the International Convention in Spokane the end of July 2010.
Jean was an avid traveler. She traveled the world and the United States bringing back many stories and pictures of her travels. She was active in church and had volunteered to help with many charities.
Jean is survived by her niece Christine Scarborough Smith, Chris’s husband Neal and their family, cousins, Jim and Art Kohlstedt and families, Betty J. Munnings and family, Nancy Meltzer and family and many, many friends.
A Celebrations of Jean’s life will be held Saturday, August 28 at 10 a.m. at the Colville Methodist Church, 930 S. Elm St with Pastor Don Swanson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jean’s memory may be made to WSU Alumni Association, Heart Association, or a charity of your choice.
Lois (Artman) Hills
Wednesday, 18 August 2010
Lois M. (Artman) Hills, a resident of Stretch Island, WA. passed away August 10, 2010 at the Kitsap Hospice Center in Bremerton. Lois was born June 14, 1928 in Colville. She was the youngest daughter of Mary and Walter Artman. Lois resided in Colville for a number of years before moving to Seattle where she was employed as the office administrator of a large legal firm.
After retiring, Lois and her husband Gordon moved to Stretch Island. Her love in her retirement years was tending to her beautiful flowers, her bountiful garden and doing crossword puzzles while watching the resident wildlife.
Lois was preceded in death by her parents, and her seven siblings, Merlin, Margaret, Marie, Dorothy, Leo, Lucille and Dean. Lois is survived by her husband of 63 years, Gordon Hills of Stretch Island, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In honoring Lois’ request, no services will be held. Internment will be in Riverside Memorial Park in Spokane. The family suggests any contributions of remembrance be made to the donor’s charity of choice.
Leona Stensgar
Wednesday, 15 September 2010
Leona Faye Stensgar passed away at her Inchelium home on Sept. 3, 2010 at the age of 82, after a short battle with cancer. Leona was born at Hunters on Oct. 19, 1927 to Daniel and Bessie (Butler) Baulne. She was an enrolled member of the Colville Confederated Tribes and St. Michael’s Catholic Church of Inchelium.
She lived her entire life in Inchelium as a homemaker, wife and mother. Leona, along with her husband, Bud, raised cattle and farmed for many years. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, playing piano, huckleberry picking and spending time at the casino, even though she lost her eyesight from macular degeneration.
Leona was preceded in death by her parents; by a brother, Leo, and two sisters, Judy and Jay. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Melvin ‘Bud’ at the home; her son, Fred of Inchelium; her daughter, Wendy of Ford, and her sister, LaVina of Vacaville, CA.
Leona enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, Karlene, Jessie, Skyler, Samantha and Uriah; her great-grandchildren, Blake, Clarissa, Lakija and Ava. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews. Leona will be greatly missed by many other relatives and friends.
At Leona’s request, no funeral service will be held.
The Danekas Funeral Chapel & Crematory has been entrusted with arrangements.
