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Rod C. Kaufman
July 26, 1948 - Sept. 26, 2001
There is a lot to say about such a wonderful person as Rod Kaufman. His life on earth was not long lived, but he touched so many lives. I always said that he knew everybody; everywhere you would go there were souls Rod had touched. He was a kind and giving person whose mission in life seemed to be to help others. He was always there to help anyone in need, a very hard worker, and a very good and kind man. I will always remember Rod sitting at a table in a restaurant with pen or pencil in hand, writing on a napkin, quietly discussing a plan or invention he had in his mind, or out on some property working so very hard on a logging job he had. In the 25 years I, myself, knew Rod, I never once heard him utter an unkind word about anyone. He always looked for the good in people, which was amazing. When I met Rod in 1977, I was a working and struggling single mother of a son with no father figure, Rod helped me in many ways. I remember him taking my son and teaching him things about machinery or sandblasting, and just simply being a friend to both of us. He would show up, look around and see what needed to be done, split firewood and stack it on the porch, knowing that the woodstove was our only source of heat, and when I would come home from work I could tell Rod had been there. Once Rod was visiting, and he discovered that my propane cook stove had a leak in my propane tank, which was located under my old farmhouse. He explained that it was heavier than air and was building up and was like a time bomb. It needed instant attention and Rod, with many ways and means, removed the tank from under the house and set it up outside, all safe and sound. This world was a better place because Rod Kaufman was here on earth with us. He was a true gift from God. He will always be loved and remembered and greatly missed! This is written by just one of the many lives Rod Kaufman touched. I know there are hundreds who feel the same. Rod has requested that no services be held, so upholding that last request, he will be remembered in our hearts. Thank you, Rod, for simply being you! Love, Donna Ree Rodriguez.
Pub Date: 9/27/01
ROLLA D. COLLISTER
Loving husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather, died Tuesday, September 25, 2001 at the age of 67. Born March 1, 1934 in Minneapolis, Kansas, he was a resident of Lakewood for 43 years. Rolla loved the Northwest and enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping. He was retired from the U.S. Army and American Lake Veterans Hospital. He and his wife, Toyoko, owned and operated The Breadstick, a German restaurant known for its authentic food and friendly atmosphere. He is survived by his three daughters, Carol (Rocky) Feller of Taco- ma, Barbara (Jai) Gupta and their sons Alex and Nicky of Lakewood, Donna (Roland) Collister-Christin of Lakewood. He was preceded in death by his wife, Toyoko, of 41 years, his parents, Cail and Bertha Collister, and his brother, Francis Collister. “Dad, you were a wonderful father and friend to all. We love you and will miss your laughter and jokes.” Viewing Friday, September 28th from 2-8 p.m. at Mt. View Funeral Home. Memorial service Saturday, September 29th at 10 a.m. at Mt. View Valley Chapel, 584-0252.
Pub Date: 9/27/01
Bruce Michael Yoacham “Boots”
Sept. 20. 1970 - Sept. 20, 2001
Bruce passed away following a serious car accident. He loved to fish, hike, and spend time with his children. He was a cook at Doug’s Restaurant in Yelm and loved his job. The Lord had a job to be done and needed Bruce’s help. He is survived by his children, Trashauna Rose Yoacham 8, Gage William Yoacham 3; parents JJ and Lynda Fleming; brother Jay-Jae and Kerry Fleming; grandparents Louise McKittrick, Don DeWitt and Barbara Fleming; great aunts Yvonne Conniff and family, Barbara Phillips and family, great uncle Eugene Goerke; uncles Willie Dewitt and family, John DeWitt and family, Robert DeWitt and family, Bob Yoacham and family; aunts Patricia Stolle and family, Debbie DeWitt and family, Denise Little and family; stepsisters Dawn Fuller and family, Tonya Paris and family; stepchildren Aila, Jasmine, Chris and Amanda; best friend and future wife Karla Munoz; and a lot of good friends. Remembrance service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001 at 1:00pm at the house of Debbie Green, 705 348th St. S., Roy, WA.
Pub Date: 9/27/01
Tommy Hamilton
Tommy Hamilton (50) passed away Sept. 24, 2001 in Tacoma. Any family members are asked to call Mountain View Funeral Home, 584-0252.
Pub Date: 9/27/01
Wanda Lucille Hilliard (Thieman)
Wanda was a friend to everyone. She loved to visit. Wanda was the ultimate positive person. She was in the Cadet Corps during WWII. She worked as a nurse, lab tech and attendant counselor at Rainier School. In May of 1946, she married Paul Thieman. They had three children, Paula, Valerie and Dennis. Both Paul and Valerie preceded her in death. In 1988 she and Richard Hilliard were married. She loved to hike and be in the outdoors. She had lived in Mason County at Camp 3 as a child, and then lived most of her life in the Sumner-Buckley area. For the past ten years she lived in Shelton. Survivors include spouse Richard Hilliard of Shelton, daughter Paula Hemphill of Puyallup, son Dennis Thieman of Tucson, Arizona; 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. The family suggest memorials to the American Cancer Society, 1551 Broadway, Suite 200, Tacoma, WA 98402. Celebration of Life at Weeks' Whitmore Funeral Home, Buckley, October 3, 2001 at 1:00 PM.
Pub Date: 9/27/01
Steven Lewis Diffendal
April 19, 1974 - September 27, 1997
A reminder from Steve... Enjoy life one day at a time. Enjoy your friends and family. Don't take anyone or anything for granted. Your spirit will continue to live on in each of us. We love and miss you! Love, Bru
Pub Date: 9/27/01
Aasmund (Cris) Kristoffersen
Loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away 1 year ago today, September 27, 2000. The Day God Called You Home God knows that you were suffering That the hills were hard to climb So He gently closed your eyes And whispered, Peace Be Thine In tears we watched you suffer We watched you fade away Our Hearts were nearly broken You fought so hard to stay But when we saw you sleeping So peacefully free of pain We could not wish you back To suffer that again. It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone A part of us went with you The day God called you home. We lovingly remember you every day, Elsie, Karen, John (Bernie), Anne Marie, and grandchildren Ann, Nikki, Erik and Kristoffer.
Pub Date: 9/27/01
SCOTT SAVAGE
“The Horn”
Dec. 9, 1965 - Sept. 20, 2001
Scott went to The Great Spirit. Scott leaves behind his loving wife Jackie and 3 sons, Mike, Edward and Benjamin; parents Arlene and David Keselburg; brothers Jerry, Michael, John and Ed; sisters Corrine, Lanette, Pelar and Kyrsta; uncles Jim, Jerry, Tom; his Aunt San San; loving grandparents James E. Lamm Sr. and Adeline Robinson “Gram”. Scott also leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. Rosary will be Thursday, 9-27 at 7:30 p.m. at Oakwood Hill Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be Friday, 9-28 at 10:30 a.m. at Oakwood Hill Funeral Chapel, 253- 473-2900.
Pub Date: 9/26/01
Otto “Swede” Osterberg
Age 72, of Sumner, WA, died Sept. 23, 2001. Born Jan. 12, 1929 in Troy, ID to Oscar and Minnie Osterberg. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Otto retired from Boeing, Feb. 1, 1989. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and was a member of the Country & Western Association. Preceded in death by his wife Julie in 1998. Survivors include his son, Waylon (Diane) Osterberg of Grand Island, NE; daughter Eileen (Rodney) Robbins of Bonney Lake; sister Nina (John) Drake of Mc- Kenna, WA; and 7 grandchildren. A memorial gathering will be held at his home, Wednesday, Sept. 26th at 7:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to: American Red Cross Relief Efforts in New York, PO Box 24286, Seattle, WA 98124. Arrangements by Weeks’ Whitmore Funeral Home.
Pub Date: 9/26/01
Major Charles Duncan Cates
USMC Ret.
Born August 13, 1921 in Halls, Tennessee, died September 22, 2001 in Tacoma, Washington. Major Cates died at St. Joseph Hospital in Tacoma on September 22nd after a sudden illness. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Joanne Cates of Federal Way; son Charles Michael "Mike" Cates of Carlsbad, California; daughter Kyle Denise Hamilton of Minden, Neva- da; grandchildren Lindsay, Collin and Sara Cates, all of Carlsbad, California. Major Cates was a long time Federal Way resident. He was known as a true Marine and a loving husband and father. He served 29 years in the Marine Corps and saw action in WWII, Korea, and in the Vietnam conflict. "Charlie" Cates loved crafts, fine woodworking, and doting on his grandchildren. He will be fondly remembered for his true love of people and his generous spirit. Arrangements are under the direction of Bonney-Watson Federal Way.
Pub Date: 9/26/01
George C. Polk
Born July 17, 1937, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 23, 2001 after a battle with cancer. He was 64 years old. He leaves behind his loving wife Sue, daughter Loraine Bell; stepdaughters Susan Price, Paulette Skibiel, Kayleen Kusterer, Lisa Haskin; stepson Robert Kusterer. Eight grandchildren will miss their grandpa! A brother, Mike Phillips, and sister, Edith Jensen, also will miss their brother. George was a resident of Steilacoom for the past 20 years. He retired when he sold his Barber business he had for over 30 years. So many, many friends he leaves behind. He will be truly missed! Donations may be made to Hospice of Tacoma, 1708 S. Yakima, Floor 1, Tacoma, WA 98406. A graveside service will be held Thursday, September 27th at 2:00 p.m. at New Tacoma Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Oberlin Congregational Church, 1603 Rainier Street, Steila- coom, with reception following.
Pub Date: 9/26/01
Dr. Edward F. McCabe
1916 – 2001
Dr. Edward Francis McCabe, 85, a loving husband and father and a prominent physician in Puyallup for 42 years until his retirement in 1989, passed away on September 22, 2001. Born March 6, 1916, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, Dr. McCabe grew up in Spokane, Washington. He attended the University of Washington, received his degree from Gonzaga University and then graduated from Marquette University with his M.D. degree in 1943. Dr. McCabe served as Lieutenant in the Medical Corps of the U.S. Navy and saw action in the Pacific, including the Battle of Okinawa while serving aboard the USS Drew from 1944 - 1945. Dr. McCabe married his wife Lue, an Ensign in the Navy Nurse Corps, in 1944. The couple moved to Puyallup, Washington after resigning his commission in 1947, and he started private family practice with associate William Burrows. Throughout those years he was completely devoted to the welfare of his many patients. Retired from practice in 1989, the couple moved to Seattle in 1999. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Lue; sister Mary Agnes Corrigan of Spokane; three daughters, Renee McCabe Burrows of Edgewood, Washington; Dr. Robin L. McCabe of the University of Washington faculty in Seattle; Dr. Rachelle McCabe Humphrey and husband Dr. Philip Humphrey, both of the Oregon State University faculty in Corvallis; four grandchildren, Edward, Jacqueline, Alexander and Elizabeth; as well as several nieces and nephews and life-long friend Philip Dolan of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Dr. McCabe served on the medical staffs of Good Samaritan, St. Joseph’s, Tacoma General Hospital and Mary Bridge. He was a member of the American Medical Association, Washington State Medical Association and Pierce County Medical Association. He was a faithful member of All Saints Church, a charter member of Puyallup Rotary, and a member of the Puyallup Elks Club. Among his many interests and pursuits, Dr. McCabe was a life-long lover of classical music. Throughout his life he took great pleasure in including his family in many outdoor activities such as skiing, boating, swimming, fishing and tennis at favorite places such as Spirit Lake, Idaho, and Sun Valley, Idaho. Private services will be held. Remembrances to University Washington Medical Center, 1959 N.E. Pacific Street, Seattle, 98195; or Hospice of Seattle, 425 Pontius Avenue North, Seattle, 98109.
Pub Date: 9/26/01
