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Rhonda Lee POLLARD-AUSBIE
Born in Fort Benning, Georgia on Oct. 13, 1946
Died on Nov. 15, 2001 and resided in Renton, WA.
cemetery: Hillcrest Burial Park
Rhonda POLLARD-AUSBIE was born October 13, 1946 in Fort Benning Georgia, and passed away on November 15, 2001 in Seattle, Washington.
Rhonda was the eldest sister of eight children born to Gladys C. Young. Rhonda is survived by her daughter Carmen Burns, son Ronald Pollard, grandson Matthew Burns, and her sisters Rhee Morton, Vivan Mohamad, Jamie Young, Joy Young and two brothers, Richard and Lester Crutchfield.
Rhonda worked for over 30 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Portland, Oregon’s Emmanuel Hospital and Seattle’s Children’s Hospital. One of her greatest joys was taking care of children as a Pediatrics Nurse. She was always willing to put her own needs second to those of sick children. Rhonda was known for her charming personality, lively sense of humor and generous giving heart. She had a way of making you feel welcome and loved. No family gathering will ever be complete without her laughter and easy spirit. Rhonda was also a tenacious reader, who enjoyed listening to R&B; music. She will be dearly missed.
Joseph Patrick HYNES
Born in Davenport, Iowa on Oct. 22, 1930
Died on Nov. 18, 2001 and resided in Renton, WA.
Joseph P. HYNES, 71, of Renton, Washington, died November 18, 2001 in Seattle, Washington.
Mr. Hynes was born in Davenport, Iowa on October 22, 1930 to John and Helen (Browne) Hynes and was raised in the area. He had lived in King County area of Washington for 47 years and in Renton, Washington for the past 20 years. He owned and operated his own business as a Tile Setter. Joseph was a veteran of the Korean War serving with the U.S. Marine Corps.
Survivors include his children Michelle DeWitt of Newcastle, WA Jody Venable of Seattle, WA Bernadette Rice of Renton, WA Debbie DeLeon of Bellevue, WA and Greg Hynes of Renton, WA; his sisters and brother Mary Beckmann of Grass Valley, CA, Margaret Koehler of Bellevue, WA, John Hynes of Bettendorf, Iowa and Bette Stevenson of Bellevue, WA. preceded in death on November 16, 2001 by his sister Katherine Dickson in Des Moines, Iowa.
No services at his request. Memorials may be made to the Renton West Veterinary Clinic.
Arrangements by Columbia Funeral Home.
Patricia Anne TODD
Born in Portland, Oregon on Aug. 16, 1922
Died on Feb. 28, 2007 and resided in Seattle, WA.
Patricia Anne Todd was born August 16, 1922 in Portland, Oregon, and passed away peacefully on February 28, 2007 in Seattle, Washington. She was the third child of John Curtin and Ellen Gaynor. Her parents both died while she was very young. Her grandmother, Annie Gaynor, stepped in to care for Pat (“Tish”) and her two older siblings. Her sister, Claire Dooney, and brother, Ed Curtin, preceded Pat in death.
A graduate of Marylhurst College, Pat was remarkable for her intelligence and dedication to lifelong learning. A voracious reader, she inspired us to learn something new every day. She loved jigsaw puzzles and card games, especially solitaire. She was a champion of the less fortunate, volunteering at St. Francis House. She was unfailingly fair, charitable and tolerant. She lived simply and wasted nothing. Pat was the best grandmother any child could ever have, since each of her 16 grandchildren knew without a doubt that he or she was Grandma’s favorite.
Pat loved the ocean and was happiest at her beach house in Gearhart, Oregon. She delighted in digging clams, finding treasures brought by the tide, predicting the weather, and walking for miles daily on the sand.
She now is reunited in Heaven with her husband of 42 years, Judson Page Todd, after the 20 year separation caused by his death.
She is survived by her eight children and 16 grandchildren. Her children include Anne Sharar (Mike), Jud Todd (Kathy), Mary Beth Mead (David), Gerald Todd (Toni), Tim Todd (Cindy), Margaret White (Gary), Stephen Todd, and Daniel Todd (Jennifer). Her grandchildren are Amy Sharar, Erin Rooney; Shannon Todd; Patrick Mead, Michael Mead; Jocelyn Todd, Jennifer Todd, Jerry Todd, Gabe Todd; Autumn Sutton, Rachel Sutton, John Sutton; Daniel Todd, Jason Todd, Savannah Todd and Samuel Todd.
After living on Capitol Hill for more than 50 years, Pat moved to Mount St. Vincent where she enjoyed seeing many old friends. When her care needs became greater she moved to the Alliance Care Family Home in Shoreline. The family thanks Elda Schulz and the wonderful staff for the excellent and loving care they provided to our mother, respecting her strong spirit of independence in meeting all her needs.
A celebration of Pat’s life will be held at St. Mary’s Church on Saturday, March 10 at Noon. A reception will follow the Mass. Remembrances may be made to St. Francis House, 169 12th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122.
Dolores Marie JOHNSON
Born in Portland, Oregon on Apr. 11, 1930
Died on Feb. 21, 2007 and resided in Seattle, WA.
Born Dolores Deters in Portland, Oregon on April 11, 1930 and went to meet our Lord on February 21, 2007. preceded in death by her son Ronald Dosono.
She is survived by her sons, Sergio and Leonard Dosono of Seattle and daughters, Robyn Dosono of Kirland and Dolores Johnson of Alabama. She also leaves numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Memorial service 11 AM Saturday, March 3, 2007, at St. Elizabeth Episcopal Church in Burien.
Memorials may be made to St. Elizabeth's Episcopal Church Burien, Wa.
Cremation arrangements by Columbia Funeral Home.
David Edward MYRE, Sr.
Born in Seattle, Washington on Apr. 22, 1924
Died on Apr. 27, 2006 and resided in Seattle, WA.
cemetery: Tahoma National cemetery
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend left this world on April 27, 2006.
He was born in Seattle on April 22, 1924 to Oscar and Arline Myre. In 1944 he enlisted in the Navy and served in the South Pacific. After his service he enrolled in Washington State University and there met his wife of 56 years, Gloria. Graduating with a Mechanical Engineer Degree, David soon went to work for Boeing where he stayed for 36 years.
His passions were family, traveling and motorcycles. During their 56 years of marriage, Dave and Gloria traveled around the world, often taking along family members.
David is survived by his beloved wife, Gloria; his children, David, Tim, Patti and Cindy; and blessed by 15 grandchildren and a great grandchild.
A Celebration of Life will be held 2 PM to 5 PM Sunday, April 30, 2006, at the Family Residence, 4914 49th Ave. So., Seattle. Private inurnment will be at Tahoma National cemetery. Cremation arrangements by Columbia Funeral Home.
Benny J. DePALMO, Jr.
Born in Seattle, Washington on Nov. 29, 1942
Died on Apr. 28, 2006 and resided in Renton, WA.
Born Nov. 29, 1942 in Seattle, WA and passed away peacefully at his home in Renton, WA. He was 63 years old
Benny graduated from Cleveland high School, served briefly in the United States Army, and dedicated 26 years of service to the Seattle Police Department. He began his law enforcement career in 1967 as a patrolman in Seattle and retired as a Sergeant in 1993. He was an outstanding officer and his tenure included time in undercover narcotics, felony fugitive warrants, and the homicide unit. He excelled as a homicide detective and worked very hard to bring justice to many, many, victims and their families. After retirement, he continued to serve the community by working with DSHS and neglected children.
Benny was a beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He was a guys-guy with a great sense of humor. After retirement his all-time favorite thing was golfing with his "bros" and spending time in the Arizona sunshine.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth DePalmo, whom he loved very much. He is survived by his long-time companion, Nancy Sharpe, his father Ben DePalmo, Sr., his sisters Mary Cromer and Barbara Derkacht, his brother George DePalmo, his two daughters LeAnn Dodge and Monica Denney and their mother Felicia, and his beloved grandchildren Austin, Conner, Chase, Sydney, Grace, and Brianna.
The family wishes to express their thanks to Dr. Jeffrey Westcott and his team at the Seattle Heart & Vascular Institute.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 3rd at 12:00 at Columbia Funeral Home, 4567 Rainier Ave. South, Seattle, WA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Nancy BLIVEN
Born in Seattle, Washington on Jun. 6, 1942
Died on Apr. 23, 2006 and resided in Kent, WA.
cemetery: Hillcrest Burial Park
June 6, 1942 to April 23, 2006
Nancy Glasson was born and grew up north of the University District with Peggy (Nana), her Mom, and three sisters Shelley, Barbara and Penny.
After graduating from Roosevelt High School she married
Louis George and they brought Tom and Sue into the world in 1962 and 1965 respectively.
She lived in the Renton Area for most of her adult life, but moved to the Covington area in 1991 with Bruce Bliven, whom she married
in 1977.
Between Nancy and Bruce, they joined their children, Tom, Sue, Brad, Amy, Brent, and Blake to make a large family.
After retiring from Paccar Parts in 1999, she stayed home, enjoying her grandchildren Andrew and Nicole (Sue and Dave Stellato), James (Tom and Marilyn George), Isabel (Amy and Dan Wolfe), Amadee and Devun (Brent Bliven) and new daughter-in-laws Kathleen (Brad) and Tisha (Blake).
She also loved to watch her favorite soaps (G.H.), Judge Judy and her favorite, QVC.
She also leaves behind 6 nephews and 7 nieces.
She had a happy but short life and will be sorely missed by her family and friends.
May God love and take care of her now as her soul and spirit are with him now.
God bless dear Nancy, our Mother, Grandmother, Wife and Friend.
Bradley Robert LEWIS
Born in Des Moines, Iowa on Sep. 13, 1968
Died on Apr. 9, 2006 and resided in Seattle, WA.
Died April 9, 2006 at the age of 37. Born on September 13, 1968 in Des Moines, Iowa. Brad graduated from Iowa State University. He was employed by Full Speed Ahead and was a member of the Recycled Cycles Racing Team. He was widely known and loved in the Northwest cycling community.
He is survived by his wife, Emily Westbrook of Seattle; his father and step-mother, Robert and Susan Lewis of Arizona; mother and step-father, Joan and Neil Rucksdashel of Florida; brothers, Neil and Barney; sisters, Lisa, Kara, Katie, Julie and Angie; a nephew, nieces and many friends.
A memorial service will be held at 1 PM Monday, April 17, 2006, at Mt. Baker Presbyterian Church, 3201 Hunter Blvd So., Seattle.
Cremation arrangements by Columbia Funeral Home.
The following article was published on the Raleigh Bicycles web site:
"In Memory of Brad Lewis, September 13, 1968 - April 9, 2006
"He was a teammate, but more importantly he was a friend..."
Those were the words that echoed over and over on Monday, April 10th, at a vigil held in Brad Lewis's honor.
Brad's life was taken suddenly and prematurely by by an apparent heart attack on April 9th while he was racing at the Boat Street Criterium. The vigil, held at Seattle's Recycled Cycles, was attended by a multitude of cyclists that Brad had touched over the years. Racers, bike messengers, and cycling industry members alike gathered to pay their respects at the spot where Brad's life so tragically ended.
Brad was a Customer Service Representative at Raleigh America for several years before moving to his most recent position at FSA Components, also based in the Seattle area.
A memorial fund has been set up by Recycled Cycles to help out Brad's wife, Emily, and Brad's family during this difficult time. Anyone wishing to contribute to this fund can send a check made out to "Recycled Cycles - Brad Lewis Memorial Fund" to the shop at the following address:
Recycled Cycles
c/o Brad Lewis Memorial Fund
1007 NE Boat Street
Seattle, WA 98105
If you would like to wire money to the account, please contact Scott Martini at Recycled Cycles (206-547-4491 or toll free 877-298-4683).
A memorial ride took place on Sunday, April 16th, leaving from Recycled Cycles and heading down to Seward Park. Several hundred riders were in attendance to remember and celebrate Brad's life by doing what he loved so much.
Brad's funeral service was held on Monday, April 17th at Mount Baker Park Presbyterian Church.
Joseph Louis FALSETTO
Born in Seattle, Washington on Mar. 19, 1930
Died on Apr. 27, 2006 and resided in Seattle, WA.
cemetery: Calvary cemetery (Mausoleum)
Joseph Louis Falsetto died peacefully on April 27, 2006, after a short illness.
Born on March 19, 1930 to Fort and Ethel Falsetto, he lived his entire life in Seattle. Joe graduated from Our Lady of Mount Virgin Grade School in 1944, and Seattle Prep in 1948, where he played numerous sports. In 1952 he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and was stationed at Camp Pendleton, California. He graduated from Seattle University in 1956 with a Bachelor of Commercial Science Degree, and belonged to Alpha Kappa Psi. Joe married
Rose Carlone in 1956 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church.
A licensed optician, he founded and managed Physician’s Optical, providing service to the Everett community for decades. He was a member of the Opticians Association of America and the Washington State Association of Dispensing Opticians. He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of the Elks and the Washington Athletic Club.
Joe was involved in his home parish of St. Edward’s, and was a respected basketball and baseball coach throughout the 1970’s. Later in life, he volunteered for The Society of St. Vincent DePaul at St. Peter’s Church. He was a committed family man and a loving husband to his wife of 49-1/2 years, Rose. He was extremely proud of his children, Anita Falsetto Johnson (Tim), Paul Falsetto, Lizanne Falsetto (Garrett Jennings), Maria Falsetto (Richard Spry). Bringing joy to his later years were grandchildren Evan and Annalise Johnson, Alexa and Aydan Jennings and Miya and Connor Spry. He is also survived by his brother Tom Falsetto (Joanne).
Joe will be remembered always for his compassion, intelligence and humor.
Rosary to be held at Columbia Funeral Home on Friday, May 5, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass to be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church on Beacon Hill (2807 15th Ave. South). Internment to be at Calvary cemetery Mausoleum with Marine Corps Honors. Donations may be made to The Society of St. Vincent DePaul at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, or a favorite charity.
