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Oscar A. Schei
Oscar A. Schei, 89, of Stanwood died Tuesday, November 25, 2003 at Mira Vista Care Center in Mount Vernon following a brief illness.
He was born December 31, 1913 in Elk Point, SD moved with his two sisters to the Victoria Community in 1916. He attended Victoria School through the 5th grade and then Lincoln School.
After attending school he worked with his father for English Logging Company.
In 1931 he started working every summer for Olaf Floe at the Northwest Herring Company in Alaska and winters in the lumber industry. In the late 40's through the 50's he owned and operated a fleet of milk trucks which picked up milk from the farmers in the Stanwood/Arlington areas and delivered it to the Darigold plant in Mount Vernon while also running and operating his own dairy farm. In the 60's until he retired, he also began working for the Pilchuck Tree Farm and Victoria Ranch. Oscar married Fern Spence in 1935 and resided in the Victoria Community, Fern passed away in 1983. Oscar resided in the homeplace until 3 years ago when he moved to Mountain Glen Retirement Home in Mount Vernon.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Fern, his son Jerry; brothers, Elmer, Ray and Vern; sister Agnes Berg. Survivors: daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn and Jack Brower of Seabeck, WA, grandchildren Jane Emel of Seabeck, WA, Lori Wilson of Anacoco, LA, Carrie Schei of Sammamish, WA, Kjell Schei of Bellevue, WA. Great grandchildren, Joseph Emel, Melissa Emel of Seabeck, WA, brother Alfred Schei of Stanwood, sisters Helen Kappel and Irene Simonseth of Stanwood, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at the Freeborn Lutheran Church, Stanwood, WA at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, December 2, 2003. A private family graveside service will be held at Freeborn Lutheran Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Freeborn Lutheran Cemetery
Fund or the charity of your choice.
Arrangements under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood, WA.
Violet H. Stevens
Violet H. Dees Dempster Stevens, 89, a long-time resident of Lake Stevens, died on Monday, November 24, 2003, after a brief but valiant struggle with leukemia. She was a spirited lady who loved flowers, music, camping and people. She was a cheerful "Pollyanna" who lived each day to the fullest.
Violet was born in Choania, MO on March 13, 1914, and raised in Hoquiam and Auburn. She graduated from Auburn High School in 1931 and later from Central Washington University. She met John Stevens there and they were married in 1941. Both educators, they lived in a series of towns as John's job changed. Violet taught school in Prosser, Kelso, Auburn, Tekoa, Centralia, Mt. Vernon, Mukilteo, and Everett, where she spent her last 9 years as a first grade teacher at View Ridge Elementary. Her husband, John H. Stevens, preceded her in death.
She is survived by three children and six grandchildren. She was loved by all of them. They include Gayle (Mike) Sells, Joy (Lou) Lauderbaugh, Don (Karol) Stevens. Grandchildren are, Amy and Andy Sells, Jana, Barry and Julie Lauderbaugh, Sarah Stevens. She is also survived by her sister, Iris Trosper of Post Falls, ID; aunt, Willa Biggs of Hoquiam, WA and a large extended family.
She was a busy member and historian of groups in the area. She will be missed by members of her Delta Kappa Gamma Chapter, Sno-Isle Retired Teachers, Mushroom Club, AAUW and WICS.
A memorial service will be held at the Evergreen Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Fourth and Columbia in Marysville, on Wednesday, December 17, at 2 p.m. Friends and family are invited to help celebrate Violet's life.
In lieu of flowers, donations or memorials may be made to Widowed Information and Consultation Services of Snohomish County (WICS/SC), P.O. Box 1554, Everett, WA 98206, or to a charity of your choice.
Virginia Alice Tunem
Virginia Alice Tunem, 91, of Bothell died November 26, 2003 at her home.
She was born on November 27, 1911 in Livingston, MT to Charles and Malvina Buchanan. Virginia married Erling Tunem and they both worked and operated their farm.
She is survived by three daughters, Virginia Ann Wells of Yakatut, AK, Dorothy Besaw of Seattle, and Margaret Burk of Bothell; one sister, Myrt Duma of Ellensburg, WA; 16 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Husband Erling and son Carl preceded her in death in 1988 and 1986.
The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, December 1, 2003 at Purdy & Walters at Floral Hills Funeral Home, Lynnwood.
The graveside service will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2, 2003 at Miller Cemetery, Silverton, OR.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
Arrangements are under the direction of Purdy & Walters at Floral Hills Funeral Home, Lynnwood.
Carolyn Lleen Fox
Carolyn Ileen Fox, 67, died peacefully Thursday, November 27, 2003 after living with multiple sclerosis for over forty years. We will miss her spirited nature, unwavering faith, and devotion to her family.
She was born to William and Stella Hruby on October 30, 1936 in Wilton, ND. She was the eldest of five children, graduated from Wilton High School, went on to technical school and worked for Delta Airlines as an air traffic controller. She met James Edward Fox in Bismark, ND and they married in 1959. In 1961 they moved to Everett, WA where they remained. Carolyn was a devoted wife and mother, and enjoyed gardening, reading, visiting with friends and Husky football.
She is survived by Jim, her husband of 44 years; daughter and son-in-law Carla (Fox) and Jim Phillips of Mukilteo, WA; grandchildren Noelle and Therese; sisters Ann Novak of Bismark, ND; Beverly Wicklander of Williston, ND; Alice Pfennig of Janesville, MN and brother Jack Hruby of Lakeland, FL.
A special thank you to all of mom's caregivers over the years and friends, especially Ruth, Lea, Eleanor, Dini, Amy and the staff at Bethany at Silver Lake.
Visitation at Purdy and Walters with Cassidy, Tuesday December 2 from 1:00 to 5:00PM.
A mass Christian burial will be held at St. Mary Magdalen Parish, 8717 7th Avenue in Everett, Wednesday, December 3rd at 11:00 AM.
Constance J. Romaneschi
Constance J. Romaneschi, 93, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2003 with members of her loving family at her side. Connie was born in Shell Lake, WI on March 19, 1910 to her parents, Oscar and Dora Joyce.
In 1932, she married F. Walter Romaneschi. Connie and Walt had 3 children; a daughter, Patricia, two sons; Joe and Stuart. In 1943, the family moved to Everett, WA., and Connie and Walt resided in the area for their remaining years.
Connie is survived by her sister, Gwendolyn Denny, her daughter, Patricia Dulin, her son and daughter-in-law, Stu and Sandi Romaneschi and her daughter-in-law, Ruby Romaneschi. She leaves behind numerous loving and caring grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Preceding Connie in death are her mother and father, her beloved husband, Walt and her son, Joe.
A memorial service will be conducted on Tuesday, December 2, 2003 at 2:00pm at the Evergreen Funeral Home and Cemetery at 4504 Broadway Ave., Everett, WA. Reception to follow.
Memorials may be sent to Shriner's Crippled Children's Hospital or the charity of your choice.
Elisse and Marisa Vandeventer
Jesus said "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these"
Elisse Noel Vandeventer, age 11, and her sister Marisa Lee Vandeventer, age 9, left our earthly home on Tuesday morning, November 25th, while flying with their mother and step-father for the holiday weekend.
They have gone to their Eternal Father and are in his arms. Elisse and Marisa were loved by all. Elisse, a gifted child, was loved and admired for her quiet presence and love of art and nature. Marisa, the extrovert, was loved for the exuberance she put into her life and everyone around her felt her zest for life.
Elisse was baptized December 1st, 2002 accepting Christ into her life to live for him. Marisa who recently asked Christ into her heart was planning her baptismal in the near future. They are now forever with him in a much happier place than the earth they have left.
They leave behind their father and step-mom, John and Shellee Vandeventer, sister, Kindra 11, and brother, Jakob 4, all of the family home. Those also left behind are their very special Grandpa and Grandma, Al and Dorthy Vandeventer, and Grandpa and Grandma Daryle and Carol Jacobsen. Elisse and Marisa shared part of their time with their mother and step-father, Sondra and Phil Brewer. Phil had three children, Matt 22, and twins, Chris and Katie age 17. They also leave behind their special Nanny and Papa, Bob and Dee Dee Ross as well their great-grandmother, "Bombie"
From both sides of Elisse and Marisa's blended family they leave many aunts, uncles and cousins that are very special. The girls had many special friends and teachers at Cathcart Elementary School as well as Clearview Montessori school, as well as, the people in their church and their neighborhoods.
We who knew them felt their love of life, friends and and their special love for "family time" and their love of God. All who have been touched by these childrens love have been truly blessed with their presence during their brief stay on this earth. It is not good-bye, for our family knows we will one day see you, Elisse and Marisa, in heaven. Until then, give Jesus a hug for us. We love you. To little brother Jakie you will always be his beloved "E and May". Special love and hugs from Daddy, Shellee, Kindra and Jakob.
Elisse and Marisa were extremely giving and caring children. The girls spent Thanksgiving Day, 2002, helping their parents, John and Shellee, and other church members serve Thanksgiving Dinner to families in need at their church. The girls became aware of a family in special need last Christmas. They generated a quest to help provide Christmas for this family. They undertook selecting a Christmas tree, purchasing Christmas gifts, school supplies and childrens clothing for this family (much money coming from their small savings). They always wanted to help others.
A "Celebration of Life" memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, December 4th at Calvery Chapel of Everett, 9428 4th Street S.E., Everett (Corner of Highway 9 and 4th Street S.E. in the Lake Stevens area). Please come and help us celebrate the lives of Elisse and Marisa.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations to charities of ones choice or to the Elisse and Marisa Vandeventer memorial fund at their church, New Horizons Christian Church, 18200 Cascade View Drive, Monroe, WA 98272, Pastor Tim Moore, to purchase a living memorial such as trees or a fund for animal care (Marisa wanted to become veterinarian).
Erna Leona (Sue) Jensen
Erna Leona Jensen, 75, passed away November 26, 2003 at a local hospital with her family at her side. Sue was born September 11, 1928, one of five children born to Isaac and Helen Nyman, and grew up in Marysville. Sue graduated from Marysville High School in 1946. Her senior year of high school, she won a trip to Chicago for the "Best Cook in the State of Washington" which later led her to be a 4-H leader for her daughters.
She met her husband, Milo, and was married August 29, 1947. Her life revolved around her husband and four children (family was of utmost importance to her). In 1957 they moved to East Everett onto a small farm where she provided for her family all the good things that came from her garden, and they raised their own chickens and beef. She canned all during the summer months. She enjoyed sewing her daughters clothing and being a leader of their 4-H group. Later, she worked with her husband, a commercial fisherman on his boat, the fishing vessel "June" as the chief cook and bottle washer. She also was a valued deck-hand in running the purse winch. After retirement, Milo and her enjoyed traveling with their friends to southern California and Hawaii.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Milo; son and daughter-in-law Wayne and Cynthia Jensen of Snohomish; daughters and son-in-laws Donna and Don Rashell of Everett, Susan and Dennis Alexander of Lake Stevens, and Jane and Jeff Holloway of Lake Stevens; sisters Marie Hanson of Everett, and Arlene and husband Ralph Rohde of Marysville; sister-in-laws LaVerta and husband Bod Wedemeyer of Everett, Connie and husband Don of Everett; grandchildren Mark and Rob Rashell, Dennis, Chris and Keri Alexander, Bryan and Erick Jensen, Chelsey and Katie Holloway; and one great-grandchild Chase Alexander.
She committed her life to helping her family and friends, rarely thinking about her own personal needs. Her grandchildren were very precious to her and often you would find them at her house working a puzzle, playing games or baking. She was a most kind and giving person. She will be deeply missed by all her family and friends, and especially remembered for her unselfish ways and giving hearts.
Funeral services will be held at Shaeffer-Shipman Funeral Home in Marysville on Tuesday, December 2, 2003 at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Snohomish County, 2731 Wetmore Ave., Suite 500, Everett, WA 98201.
Jack R. Olson
Jack R. Olson left this world to be with the Lord on November, 27, 2003. He was born on September 7, 1931, the son of Jarland and Rita Olson, in Duluth, MN. Jack grew up in Friday Harbor, WA, and was a 1949 graduate of Friday Harbor H.S. He married Arline Johnson in 1955 and together they raised two daughters, Tara and Lynda in Everett, WA.
Jack enlisted in the US Navy after graduation and was accepted to Sub School, serving on the USS Flying Fish, Spikefish, and Argonaut submarines. Upon his honorable discharge from the Navy, Jack started his career with West Coast Telephone in 1954 as a Central Office Installer. His telephony career took him to Los Gatos, CA and Irving, TX. He retired in 1985 from GTE as a VP - Engineering and Construction in Irving.
After retiring, Jack and Arline returned to Everett. Jack joined Telematic, then owned Cascade Yacht Brokerage for several years, before becoming Director - Engineering and Planning for the Port of Everett, retiring again in 2001.
Jack was a lifetime member of the Everett Elks, current member of the Masonic Order, past member of the Everett Yacht Club, Everett and Irving, TX. Chambers of Commerce, WSU Advisory Board - College of Engineering.
Jack will be deeply missed by his daughters, Tara (Gary) Stormo, Lynda (Mark) Olson-Rudolph. Missing their Grandpa will be his grandchildren; Skylar, Britta, John and Elle. Jack also leaves behind his brother, Bobby, of Chico, CA., and his friend, Roger Vallo who was like a brother to him.
He was preceded into heaven by his wife, Arline, who died 5 months ago, his parents, and sister Gloria.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 3rd at 1 p.m. at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 215 Mukilteo Blvd., Everett.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Savior's Lutheran Church, or The Tall Elks Foundation, c/o The Everett Elks #479, 2731 Rucker Ave., Everett 98201.
Mabel Florence Bush
Date of Birth: Thursday, December 21, 1916
Date of Death: Saturday, November 01, 2003
Mabel Florence Bush, age 86, passed away in Everett, WA with wonderful care from the staff on the sixth floor of Providence Medical Center. Mabel was born December 21, 1916 in Catlin, IL. Mabel was a First Lieutenant with the U.S. Army during WWII and was stationed in India, and was a surgical registered nurse for many years.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph and is survived by nieces; Joy Jordan Johnson and Suzanne Conklin.
A time for visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 2nd from 12 to 8 at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home. Funeral and burial will be held at a later date in Georgetown, IL.
Roy S. Marler
Ray S. Marler, 89, of Snohomish, died November 28, 2003.
Visitation will be Thursday, 9am to 5pm at Bauer Funeral Chapel, Snohomish. Funeral services will be at 1:00pm, Saturday, December 6th at Snohomish Evangelical Free Church, with burial following at G.A.R. Cemetery.
Catherine S. Murphy
Catherine S. Murphy, a life-long local resident, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2003 at the age of 86.
She is survived by her daughter, Francis Maddy and her husband, Jim; 5 grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; ten great-great grandchildren; sister, Minnie Eylander; brother, Lee Whampler; close nieces and nephews and a special niece, Shirley McLaughlin.
No services at her request.
Denten Robert Lasater
Denten Lasater passed away November 26, 2003.
Services will be held at Bryant Community Church (3 miles N of Arlington on Hwy 9) December 5, 2p.m.
Dorothy M. Sayler
Dorothy M. Sayera 91, of Everett, died November 30, 2003.
Services will be announced by Purdy & Walters with Cassidy.
Bill Hall
Bill Hall, who worked behind the scenes at KING TV as a director and operations manager during what many consider its golden age, died Saturday morning, November 29, 2003. He was 64.
Hall, hired by KING's legendary owner, Dorothy Bullit, began work at the station in the early 1960's as a director of such classic Northwest children's shows as Stan Boreson and Wunda Wunda. He also directed the evening news. He later became the operations manager at the station.
In 1975, Hall was named program director at KREM, KING's sister station in Spokane. He returned to Seattle in the early 1980's to help launch Channel 22, now known as KONG. Until he retired in the late 1990's, Hall worked in New York City as a program director for Katz Communications. He directed programming for 40 stations on the east coast, as well as a number of northwest stations, including KOMO and KHQ.
Bill Hall was born in Nampa, Idaho on September 13, 1939 and grew up in Filer, Idaho. He was the son of Russell and Helen Hall. After attending the College of Idaho and graduating from WSU, Hall moved to Seattle to begin his career at KING-TV.
Bill is remembered by family and many friends as a loving father and husband, a cheerful even-tempered citizen with a kind word for all. He possessed an infectious laugh, and was the last word on TV trivia. He loved trying the latest technology and usually provided himself with the "latest and best." As an amateur cook, Bill had few peers, regaling his guests with some of the most memorable meals of their lives.
Hall is survived by his wife, Sharon, a long-time teacher in the Snohomish School District; daughter, Jennifer; mother, Helen; brother-in-law, Gary Graves, his wife Virginia and their daughters and families.
A Memorial Service celebrating Bill Hall's life will be held at St. John's Episcopal Church in Snohomish, Thursday, December 4, 2003 at 11:00am.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances in Bill Hall's memory can be made to the American Cancer Society or the Everett Gospel Mission.
Bauer Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.
