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Glen T. Kleppin
Glen T. Kleppin, 89, left on his eternal fishing trip on June 28, e was joyfully welcomed by his predeceased wife of 54 years, Leah Ellen, and his stepson, John William Albrecht (Jack), who had been waiting for their Skipper. Before his peaceful departure, Glen was able to return to his home in Bonney Lake, where his beautiful flowers, friends and family surrounded him to bid him good journey. Glen was born February 25, 1909 in Wessington Springs, South Dakota, to Paul F. Kleppin and Matilda Brodkorb Kleppin. As he told it, there were five boys in the family and each of them had two sisters. Glen graduated from Wessington Springs High School, and from a technical college where he trained as a Refrigeration Engineer. As a young man, he first engaged in his lifelong hobbies of hunting and fishing. He first worked in Bismarck, North Dakota, where he met a pretty lady with flashing eyes and fell passionately and permanently in love. On May 14, 1940 he married Leah Ellen Armstrong and, along with her son Jack, they moved to Rapid City, South Dakota, to begin their life together. Glen opened his own business, Kleppin Refrigeration, and they joined the First Presbyterian Church. Their daughter, Glenda Lea, was born in 1945. In Rapid City, Glen was involved in various fraternal organizations, including the Elks Club and United Commercial Travelers. His holiday tables always included several guests, sometimes servicemen he invited from the streets who had no other family available. He generously gave of his professional and personal services to community groups, the elderly, and the widowed. One particular instance which gave him great pride was finding a small girl who was lost in a rugged part of the Black Hills. After more than 20 years, Glen finally decided to give up his business for a job with regular hours. He eventually went to work for Boeing and moved to Bonney Lake, Washington, where he set out to build his own enchanted gardens. His special pride and joy was his Dahlia garden, which provided flowers for the Sumner Presbyterian Church and for his neighbors and friends. After retiring from Boeing, Glen earned his Coast Guard license and was the "Skipper" of various charter boats at Westport, Washington. His last boat was the "Rick Sue" out of "Coho Charters". Glen became a volunteer fireman in Bonney Lake and donated hundreds of hours of hard labor building two police and fire stations. He and Leah also kept the police and fire departments well-stocked with fish, Leah's baked goods, and good jokes. Glen was a volunteer for the Good Samaritan Adult Respite Care, gave out food at the food bank, and was a deacon in his church. He never went anywhere without a smile, a joke, and his toolbox. He took flowers and sunshine to those who were ill or homebound, and could always be counted on to do repairs for those who could not do their own. He lovingly nursed Leah through several years of declining health, never regretting or begrudging the time or effort it took. He served as a shining example to both of his children and to his grandchildren, who will miss him greatly. Glen is survived by his sister, Ruth Hughes of Colorado; his daughter, Glenda L. Kleppin, who will live in the family home; his daughter-in-law, Beverly Albrecht of Delaware; his grandchildren, Tana Iffland, Bart Albrecht, Brett Albrecht, John Dickson, Deborah Kidd and Dawna Kennedy; 13 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Glen was preceded in death by his twin brother, Dale; his other brothers, Harold, Neil and Ralph; and his sister, Esther Henden. A Memorial Service will be held on July 5, 1998 at 11:30 a.m. at the Sumner Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation or to your favorite charity, and that you give Glen a send-off on his voyage with fireworks on the Fourth of July. Arrangements by Commencement Bay Cremation Plan.
Pub Date: 7/2/98
Glyn Smith Smitty
Glyn Smith, born December 19, 1914, passed away June 30, 1998. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and outdoorsman. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Survivors include wife Betty; sons Greg, Brad (Shelley), Scott (Gina); grandchildren Brandon, Ashley, Scottie. Also survived by a large, extensive family. Preceded in death by Margery, first wife. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, July 7, 1998 at 11:00 AM in the Chambers Creek Chapel located on the grounds of New Tacoma Cemetery. Arrangements by Tacoma Funeral Home and Cemete- ries, 564-1311. The family asks that remembrances please be made to your favorite charity in Glyn's name.
Pub Date: 7/2/98
Louis Pratt, Jr.
Louis Pratt, Jr., 58, went to be with the Lord on June 30, 1998 iway. He was a Vietnam Veteran. He is survived by his wife, Susan, 2 daughters, 1 grandchild, his mother, 5 sisters, 4 brothers, and a host of family and friends. Memorial services will be held on Monday, July 6 at 1:00 PM at Lakewood Baptist Temple, 10650 Military Road S.W. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to remember Louis send a donation to: Franciscan Hospice (in memory of Louis Pratt, Jr.), c/o Franciscan Foundation for Health Care, P.O. Box 1502, Tacoma, WA 98401-9836. Fir Lane Funeral Home in charge.
Pub Date: 7/2/98
Morris F. Summers
It was only a short separation.
On June 6, 1998 Morris Summers passed away, joining his wife of more that fifty years, Leona, who preceded him in death on April 16 of this year. Morry was born in Marysville, Washington in 1908 and moved to Tacoma in 1914. He graduated from Stadium High School, The University of Puget Sound, and The University of Southern California, with a Masters Degree in Drama. Morry and Lee were some of the early arrivals to University Place, building their home there in 1949. He was a teacher in the Tacoma School District and retired from Tacoma Community College in 1973 with nearly 40 years of teaching behind him. After retiring, he and Lee traveled extensively, going to Europe many times, New Zealand, The South Pacific, and through the Panama Canal. They lived rich lives, memories of which are left to their sons and all their friends. Besides their two sons, Richard and William of University Place, they are survived by a Grandson, many nieces and nephews, and a host of close friends. Those who knew him will miss his strong voice and powerful laugh. The two of them left us with so much, they are truly still with us. A memorial service will be held on July 11, 1998 at 1:00 pm at Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Tacoma.
Pub Date: 7/2/98
Susanne Berg
Susanne Berg, 83, passed away Monday, June 29, 1998 at Pioneer Place ma. Susanne was a long time resident of Puyallup, residing on the South Hill. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Wedell. Susanne was born June 22, 1915 in El Paso, Illinois to Dr. Leonard and Mabelle Staff. She graduated from Illinois State College in Jacksonville with a BA in education. She taught first grade in several states and retired from the Puyallup School District. Susanne married Wedell Berg on May 24, 1946 in Jacksonville, Illinois, at the home of her parents. They lived in Tacoma for 13 years and then moved to the Puyallup area in 1959. She was active in PTA and PEO. She and Wedell were members of The Club Niters and The Tahoma Dance Club. She was a member of Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Tacoma for 45 years. Surviving family includes 2 brothers, Dr. Leonard Staff, Jr. of Tempe, AZ, and Bill Staff and his wife Betty of Fairhope, AL; daughter Marcia Norris and husband Bud of Mt. Vernon, WA, with grandchildren Mistry, Larissa, Mindy and Chance; son Dell Berg and wife Lisa of Edgewood, WA, with grandchildren Andrew, Rigel, Danny and Tyler; daughter Christine Krueger and husband Skip of Tacoma, with grandchildren Elise and Austin; son Stephen Berg and wife Anne McAteer of Seattle, with grandchildren Cassandra and Carin. Funeral services will be held at the Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 901 North "J" Street, Tacoma, on Monday, July 6, 1998 at Noon with a reception to follow. Interment services will be at New Tacoma Cemetery
following the reception. Memorial donations to Immanuel Presby- terian Church or the American Heart Association are suggested. Arrangements by Lynn Funeral Home 272-2131.
Pub Date: 7/2/98
Thelma M. Osborn
Thelma Osborn, 79, died June 29, 1998. She was born in Eatonville, WA, and has lived in the Puyallup area since 1942. She is survived by her husband, Clarence Osborn, and a daughter, Leslie Southern; sisters-in-law Alva Ostrom of Elbe, WA, and Alma Osborn of Roseburg, OR. At her request there will be no services. Inurnment at Sumner Cemetery Outdoor Mausoleum.
Pub Date: 7/2/98
Vernon W. Virgil
Also survived by sister Ina Byrne and husband Thomas; brothers Frank Virgil and wife Jan, Boise, ID, Robert Baskette, Lomita, TX.
Pub Date: 7/2/98
William E. Goninan
Mr. Bill - Pappa June 10, 1943 - June 25, 1998 Our love will al a part of each other... We're glad you passed our way on your adventure through life, on your journey to "Fly with the Angels" to the "Happy Hunting Grounds" and Magical Fishing Holes." You will be deeply missed by: May, Rod (Teresa), Tammi (Craig), Heidi (Darius), Shanta, Jennifer, and Scooter (Scoot Man). Also pesky protectors Pennie, Bear, and Midnight. Dad, Thank you for the times you kept on talking, even when we wouldn't listen. For all the things you showed us, even when we wouldn't look. For believing in us enough to keep trying, and loving us. The 3 Dummies We could not have made it through Bill's illness without the love and support of "special" friends and neighbors, Bill's faithful co-workers, and our caring Good Samaritan Hospice team and volunteer... Thank you so much! No Services
Pub Date: 7/2/98
Iver Gustav Gunderson
1907 - 2001 Iver was born in Norway. Came to this country at 18 and settled in Iowa. He moved his family to the Northwest during WWII. Iver farmed and worked for St. Regis, where he retired. Iver is preceded in death by his loving wife, Eunice and grandson, Erik. He is survived by son, Dale; daughters, Karen Newingham and Cheryl Gunderson; 4 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and 2 sisters in Norway, Borghild and Karen. He will be missed. Arrangements by Gaffney Cassedy Allen and Buckley King.
Pub Date: 10/4/01
David Keith Stenstrom
Age 29, a longtime Tacoma resident, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2001. Dave enjoyed writing poetry, stories, and playing pool. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Surviving family includes his mother, Joyce Stenstrom-Albin of Tacoma, and his father, David A. Stenstrom of Florida; David’s son Zachary; his grandparents, Jean and Gus Stenstrom of North Carolina, and Harriett Bartkovich of Tacoma. Also surviving are his aunt and uncle, Kay and Leonard Medeiros of Tacoma, and cousins Bill Hudgens, Jason, Steve and Greg Medeiros. Memorial services will be Saturday, October 6, 2001, 3:00 PM at the Mountain View Garden Chapel. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home, 584-0252.
Pub Date: 10/4/01
Keith Merle Workman
Age 61, passed away Sept. 29, 2001. He is deeply loved, and missed, and will be always in the hearts of his family. He is survived by his loving daughters, Audra (Alan) Smith, Amber Curnow, Cosette and Heidi Workman; his son Aaron (Theresa) Workman and his adored grandchildren, Kyle and Julia; his siblings David (Debbie) Workman and Janice (Jim) Winslow. He was preceded in death by his Father, Frank Workman, his Mother Helen, and his brother, Timothy. The fond memories of Dad and Grandpa are: "His Girls", fishing, Banana/Coconut cream pie, April Fools Day chicken, Cars, The Navy, Boxing, back scratches, Dad’s yummy chicken, lists, peanut butter cookies, Puyallup Fair with his girls, pool time, Easter pancake breakfast, flowers (pansies), little kids, the elderly, and animals all loved him, the pumpkin patch, trick or treating, and music concerts. Viewing will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001 at 8:30 am, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5220 104th St. SW, Lakewood, where he was a de- voted member, funeral services following at 9:30 am. Graveside services after funeral at Sumner City Cemetery.
Pub Date: 10/4/01
Edwin Murl Dean
Age 67, passed away October 1, 2001. Ed graduated from Franklin High School before serving in the Air Force Reserves. He retired from the FAA as an Air Traffic Controller after 21 years of service. He then went into Real Estate development. Ed lived his entire life in the Puget Sound area. He enjoyed flying and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife Darlene, sons Homer John Dean of Buckley, Michael Dean of Redmond, daughter Susan Burnett of Potomac, MT, father Homer Dean of Des Moines, sister Kathleen Dahlby of Renton, and brother Donald Dean of Huntington Beach, CA. His mother Marjorie Dean preceded him in death. Ed will be greatly missed. Memorial service is 1:00 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 6 at Yahn & Son Funeral Home in Auburn. Memorials may be sent to the re-election fund for Bonney Lake Mayor, Bob Young, 20825 SR 410 East PMB 183, Bonney Lake, WA 98390.
Pub Date: 10/4/01
Virginia E. Stewart Kuciemba
Age 77, of Auburn, born January 1, 1924, passed away October 2, 2001. Virginia married Charles “Cas” Kuciemba in 1944. She served in the Coast Guard during World War II, and was employed at Western and Delta Airlines until her retirement. She is survived by daughter Janet Bingham; sons Mark Kuciemba, Lawrence “Larry” Kuciemba; sister Sandra “Taney” Stewart; grandchildren Kelly, Katie, Kendall, Kyle and Lindsay. Graveside service is 10:00 am Saturday, Oct. 6 at Sumner City Cemetery in Sumner. Memorials to World War II Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 96766, Washington, DC 20090- 6766. Arrangements by Yahn & Son Funeral Home, Auburn, 253- 833-8877.
Pub Date: 10/4/01
