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Byron George Olsen
Absent from the body, Present with the Lord. Born 5-13-22 in Minnesota, died 9-4-01 in Tacoma at age 79. He was a longtime resident of Tacoma and was part owner of Olsen Bros. Painting, and was a member of Mt. Tahoma Baptist Church. Byron was predeceased by his oldest son, Byron Milton Olsen, and youngest grandson, Brandon Michael Doyle. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Doris; sons David (Misa), Larry (Debbie), both of Tacoma, Mark of Phoenix, AZ; daughters Jeannette (Michael) Doyle, Jeanice (Sam) Havens, Janice(Dan) Bauermeister, all of Tacoma, Jeanine (Brian) Nielsen of Federal Way; daughters-in-law Shawn Olsen of Lakewood and Carole Olsen of Phoenix, AZ; 20 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren; and sisters Beverly Dybdahl and Darleen (Bill) Swanson. Memorial services will be held Saturday, Sept. 8th at 3 PM at Mt. Tahoma Baptist Church, 5220 W. 74th St. Memorials, if desired, may be sent to Tacoma Baptist Schools, 2052 S. 64th, Tacoma, 98409.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Frank S. Geary
Age 77, former longtime resident of Tacoma, passed away in his home September 2, 2001. Frank was “Family” to many, Friend to more and will be deeply missed by all. His loving wife Betty survives him, as do his children Liz and Mark Scott, Sharon and Ron Green, and grandchildren Joey and Stephanie Landis. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, Sept. 8th, 1:00pm at the American-Veterans Hall, 5717 S. Tyler, Tacoma, WA. Memorial donations may be sent to Hospice, P.O. Box 3416, Silverdale, WA 98383.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Merle M. Fowler
Aug. 20, 1921 - Sept. 3, 2001
Born in Egin, Idaho to Frank and Bertha Fowler. Served as a Sgt. in the U.S. Army in W.W.II. He was a sharp shooter and received the Good Conduct Medal and many others. Retired from W.S.U. Research and Extension Center. Preceded in death by parents, 7 brothers and 2 children. Survived by brother David Richard Fowler (Dick) and sister Alta Whitney; children Karen McCann (Colt), Irene Wardell (Rob), Cindy Sills (Pat), Ron Wright (Cathy), John Wright (Vicki) and Lola Thwing (Bill); numerous grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was loved. Reposing at POWERS FUNERAL HOME, 320 W. Pioneer Avenue, Thursday, 2-5 pm. Graveside services Friday, 11:30 am at Tahoma National Cemetery, Kent.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Agnes Carol Hare
Beloved Agnes Carol Hare, 92, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 31, 2001 at Rainier Vista Nursing Home in Puyallup, Washington. Agnes was born January 29, 1909 in Juneau, Alaska. She was a star basketball player in high school. Agnes moved to Seattle in 1926 and lived in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. She resided in Puyallup for the last eight years and was active at the Senior Center. Agnes was a caring person who loved people and animals. She will be missed very much. Agnes is preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, and her husband Raymond Hare. She is survived by her sister LaVerne Bouchat of Tacoma; her niece, Lela (Michael) Eisenbacher of Puyallup; nephews John, Kendall and A.J. Eisenbacher; and numerous cousins. Services will be held at Powers Funeral Home on Saturday, Sept. 8th at 3:30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Leukemia Cancer Society or the Humane Society.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Lois Nadine Baker
Born April 23, 1940 in Hawthorne, NV, passed away August 31, 2001 in Federal Way, WA. She was a resident of Federal Way for 38 years, and a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was a paralegal for the Washington Education Association. She is survived by her husband, Howard Manu k. Baker, and their 2 sons, Kaena and Kaolani, all of Federal Way; 1 brother, Bruce Olson of Indio, CA; 3 sisters, Shanna Olson of Orem, UT, Susie Richins of Salt Lake City, UT and Marian Harvey of Kent, WA. Funeral service will be held Saturday, September 8, 2001 at 9:30 AM at the Federal Way Stake, 34815 Weyerhaeuser Way S., Federal Way, WA. Burial will follow at Mt. View Cemetery. Bleitz Funeral Home, 316 Florentia St., Seattle, WA 98109.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Ann Fox “Bowling Annie”
Born Jan. 31, 1910 in Southport, England, passed away Sept. 3, 2001. Annie lived a long and full life. She trained as a nurse, then went into industrial work, then retired from a doctor’s office. She was a top notch bowler and bowled up to this last season when she had to stop for health reasons. She was a wonderful artist, started painting when she was 50. Her friends will remember her for her beautiful ribbon roses she made and gave to everyone. She was a past member of Delta Theta Tau Sorority, Lamda Alpha chapter. She lived her last year with her daughter. She is survived by her daughters Joanne Johnson and Marilyn (Bruce) Fox, daughter-in-law Donna Cross, sisters Ethel Martin and Helen (Tony) Mueller, many nieces and nephews, 11 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Jack Cross. We’re going to miss you, Mom. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests remembrances be made to the charity of your choice. Private family services will be at a later date. Arrangements by Tuell-McKee Funeral Home, 272-1414.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Dorothy (Dottie) M. Midal
Dorothy M. Midal was born August 2, 1930 in Tacoma and passed away September 2, 2001, at age 71, in Tacoma. She was an active member of the South Tacoma Eagles Aerie 2933 for 31 years. She and her husband belong to the NO MAD RV Club. Dottie’s life shall remain forever cherished in the hearts and souls of her husband Thomas Midal, son William Kendall (Tammy), stepdaughter Dianna Kern (Dale), 7 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, sister Sybina Cheek (Ray), brother-in-law Bud Busch (Dottie), brother-in-law Allen (Evelyn), sister- in-law Doris Jensen; many nieces, nephews and cousins, her family of friends, and her beloved dog Baby. She was preceded in death by her parents Maurice and Dorothy Vincent, brother William M. Vincent, sisters Betty Busch and Marlene Martin. At Dottie’s request there will be graveside services at the Old Tacoma Cemetery, 4801 So. Tacoma Way on Thursday, September 6th at 11:00 AM, immediately followed by a celebration of her life at the South Tacoma Eagles, 7037 So. Pine Street. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. A special thank you to her cousins, Clovis and Jerry, Dr. Baker and Staff, Hospice, family and family of friends who cherished Dottie’s last days with her at home where she wanted to be. Let’s play one last hand of Thirty- One (31) for Dottie.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
ELAINE KNUTSEN HANFORD
Elaine was born in Bellingham, Washington on August 31, 1920. She passed away in Shelton, Washington on September 5, 2001, survived by her children (Susan, Janet and Donald by blood and Joe and Jana by marriage), her four grandchildren (Kimberly, Melanie, Lana and Alison), and her great grandchild (Sydney). Elaine lost her husband, Waite, in 1989 after 47 years of marriage. Waite was a WWII veteran and a career Air Force officer. They spent their early years traveling from base to base throughout the country and in Taiwan. Elaine spent the last years of her life at her favorite place, Mason Lake. As was her wish, she lived those years more or less independently, with much appreciated help from Janet and Joe, and her good neighbors Bill and Gayle Dorman. During the last few months she was cared for by the dedicated and compassionate people at the Allyn Retreat. Elaine was a woman of surpassing common sense and good temperament. As with many members of the “greatest generation”, she believed in honesty, integrity and personal responsibility and passed on those virtues to her children. Her influence made it to the next generation as well. She very much loved her family, and her family very much loved her. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Saturday, September 8, 2001 in the Celebration of Life Center, Mountain View Funeral Home. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home, 584-0252.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Gayle Virginia Taylor
Gayle Virginia Taylor, 81, of Poulsbo, died of Alzheimer's Disease, August 28, 2001, at Harbor House in Poulsbo. She was born on July 19, 1920 in Seattle to Percy C. and Elva (Perry) Smith. She graduated from Roosevelt High School and attended the University of Washington. She married Stanley A. Taylor on September 8, 1942 in Seattle. In 1954 they moved to Lakewood, where they raised their three children. Gayle returned to college in 1968 and received a teaching certificate. In 1996 they moved to Poulsbo to be closer to their children. She loved hiking and bird watching and was curious about many things. She and Stan made several trips to Europe on Audubon Society exchanges. She took great satisfaction from her work with the League of Women Voters. Gayle will be remembered for her love of singing and her enjoyment of a good laugh. She is survived by her husband, daughter Liz and son Scott (Diana) of Bainbridge Island, son Bill of West Seattle, sister Helen (Art) Hansen of Ephrata, cousin Loretta (Charles) Martz of Grand Junction, Colorado, numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great- grandchildren and many friends. She will also be missed by the staff at Harbor House/Liberty Shores, who provided excellent care for her for nearly five years. A memorial gathering will be held on Mt. Rainier at a favorite hiking spot in September. Donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, PAWS or The Nature Conservancy.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Lisa Blau
Lisa Blau, 47, passed away on August 31, 2001 in Bellevue, Washington. Born to Grace and Laurence Costa on July 27, 1954 in Oakland, CA, Lisa graduated from Campolindo High School in Moraga, CA in 1972. She received a BA in Education from San Francisco State in 1977, and received her MA in Education in 1984 from Azusa Pacific University. An educator, consultant and author, Lisa had an extensive background in the field of education. She was a classroom teacher in Covina, CA for ten years, a Title I Resource Specialist, and a Mentor Teacher. Her wealth of knowledge regarding the most effective strategies for teaching reading and writing led to a five-year position as a mentor. She also appeared on the Educational Television Network’s programs featuring the use of literature across the curriculum. Lisa was the author of several professional resource books published by Scholastic, as well as the author of several Readers’ Theatre books for the K-5 classroom featuring scripts and extended activities designed to help students discover the joy of reading. Lisa had a gift for “Touching Hearts And Minds” through her love of literature. Presenting to over 25,000 elementary school teachers in seminars throughout the U.S., her passion for encouraging literacy in today’s youth is testimony for her “lust for life.” An avid reader herself, Lisa was happiest when reading to her two children, Daniel and Michaela. Lisa is survived by her husband Len and children Daniel, age 14, Michaela, age 10, of Bellevue; sister Michele Lukis of London, England; brother Ross Costa of Laguna Nigel, CA; nieces Anna Lukis and C.J. Blau, and nephews Mathew and Patrick Costa and Chad Blau. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the Bellevue Schools Foundation c/o Lisa Blau Literacy Fund at P.O. Box 40644, Bellevue, WA 98015-4644. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 8 at 3:00pm at the Unity Church, 16330 NE 4th St. in Bellevue, (425) 747-5950.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Marcella Avis Kostik
Marcella Kostik was born January 6, 1923 in Erhard, MN, and passed away of Lou Gehrig’s disease on September 4, 2001 in Tacoma, WA. She was a loving wife and friend who enjoyed traveling. She was a regular at Burs Restaurant, and the family wishes to extend their appreciation to the staff of Burs for the friendship and hospitality shown during her many years as a patron. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Joseph Kostik, 3 sisters and 4 brothers. Funeral services will be 3:00 PM Saturday, September 8, 2001 at Mt. View Garden Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to the Lou Gehrig’s (ALS) Foundation, 701 Dexter Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98109. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home, 584-0252.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Norman G. Cable
May 5, 1918 - September 2, 2001
Survived by his dearest friend and companion Immelda Raymond; daughters Dixie Talley (Deer Park), Terrie Cable (Tacoma), Mary Kuyper (Maple Valley); 7 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren. He retired from Tacoma Boat after 17 years.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Helen Campanoli Seward Clarey
Nov. 15, 1909 - Sept. 3, 2001
Helen Clarey was born in Portland, Oregon to Italian immigrant parents Serafino Cecchetti and Maria Belletini-Cecchetti (Mike and Mary Campanoli). The family moved to Tacoma shortly thereafter, where Helen spent a happy childhood along with older brothers William, Aldo, James (now deceased) and Joe, who still survive her. She was preceded in death by her husband of forty years, Charles F. Clarey, in 1974, and her only son, Robert J. Clarey, in 1972. Helen is survived by her only daughter, Nadine M. Cox. She is also survived by eight grandchildren - Lynn, Eunice’, Vince, Bob, Carol, Steve, Kathy and Peter. Besides those named above, Helen is survived by a circle of love comprised of twenty-four great- grandchildren and several great- great-grandchildren. Her greatest joy, besides husband Charlie and monkey Poco, was her large family. She especially enjoyed telling stories of her youthful escapades. Helen was extremely proud of leading her eighth grade baseball team to the City Championships. That was in 1923 and she still had the newspaper clipping to show any disbelievers. Helen didn’t complete the ninth grade. However, in 1960 she graduated from Bates Technical- Vocational School as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). She worked at Tacoma General Hospital for a few short years. Then, in 1967, she and Charlie sold their farm in Federal Way and moved to Graham. After Charlie’s passing, Helen occupied herself by playing pinochle and performing volunteer work. She gave her time at the American Veterans Hospital, the Orting Soldiers Home, and to first-graders in the Orting Public Schools. She also belonged to the Sts. Cosmas and Damian Altar Society and the Orting Senior Citizens Center. In 2001 she was named an honorary member of the Spar Flies (Metro Park Women’s Softball Champions). As a Mom, Grandma, Aunt, Sister and friend, Helen was loyal, loving and giving, not to mention opinionated and, at times, downright rowdy. She fought hard against her disease, but Alzheimer’s is a clever thief. Helen found great pleasure in gardening. Each of her grandchildren can remember pulling carrots out of the dirt in her sunken garden and chomping them with glee. Animals also brought her great joy. In later years goats, chickens and dogs kept her busy and happy. Helen leaves behind a legacy of hearty laughter, story-telling, mischief and love. We are missing her. We feel blessed to have had Helen in our lives and, now, in our spirits. A special thank you goes to all of you at The Highlands Care Center who treated Helen just like you would your own Grandma. It means so much. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, September 7, 2001, 2:00 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church. The family suggests memorials be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in Helen’s name. Arrangements by Gaffney Cassedy Allen and Buckley King.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
Joanna (Johnson) Englund
passed away September 4, 2001, at home in Federal Way, surrounded by her family after a year and a half battle with cancer. Joanna was born June 6, 1931 in Seattle, and graduated from Ballard High School. Joanna’s love of life was her family and she is survived by her five sons, Brian and wife Kathy, Ron and wife Debby, Mike and wife Leslie, Eric and fiance Kendra, and Kurt; and her ten grandchildren, Michelle, Chris, Katie, Matt, Kristi, Jessi, Kevin, Justin, Lauren and Olivia. Visitation Friday, 12:00-5:00 PM, Bonney-Watson Washington Memorial, 16445 Pacific Hwy. S., Sea- Tac. Memorial service Saturday, September 8, 2001 at 11:00 AM, All Saints Lutheran Church, 27225 Military Rd. S, Auburn, (253) 852- 4884. The family requests memorials to the American Cancer Society, or Good Samaritan Hospice, Puyallup.
Pub Date: 9/6/01
