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Francis “Bucky” Shipman, 1948 – 2010
Francis “Bucky” Leland Shipman, 62, Othello, died Wednesday, July 14, 2010, at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland.
Bucky was born in Fitzgerald, Ga. He attended school in Fitzgerald. After he was out of school, Francis spent 40 years working for a flooring installation company. He moved to Othello to live with his sister Lori Ochoa in 2009.
Bucky was preceded in death by his father Francis L. Shipman, his aunt Lois E. Allen, who raised him, and his also his brothers Daniel Y. Shipman Sr. and Don E. Shipman. He is survived by his sister Lorraine Shipman-Ochoa and her fiancé Tom Dennison; her children Renee (Heath)Gimmestad, Louie (Jeanette) Ochoa III, and Larry (Amber) Ochoa; niece Kelly Shipman (Chris) Hickman; nephew Daniel Y. (Buffy) Shipman Jr.; and many great-nieces, -nephews, cousins and friends.
A celebration of Bucky’s life will be held Saturday, Aug. 7 at 11 a.m. at Stevens Funeral Chapel in Othello.
Clarence G. Brandvold, 1929 – 2010
Clarence G. “Clancy” Brandvold, loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend, entered into the kingdom of heaven Friday, July 9, 2010. He is survived by his wife Patricia “Pat, ” of almost 53 years. He also leaves behind sons Dan (Barb) and Tim (Jennifer); daughter Teri (Eric); and grandchildren Jacob, Zachary, Andrew, Alison and Jessica.
Clinton Gene Kerr, 1963 – 2010
Clinton Gene Kerr, 47, of Othello, passed away Sunday July 11, 2010, at his home. Clint was born March 28, 1963, in Ritzville to Marvin and Jeanette (Montgomery) Kerr. Marvin Kerr and Joyce Ochs married
in 1978 and had Clint’s twin sisters Staci and Darci in 1979. Clint attended school in Othello. After graduating, he worked for Pegram Construction.
Ida Mae Bisnett, 1925 – 2010
Ida Mae Bisnett, of Othello, passed away June 21, 2010, in Troy, Idaho.
She was the first to arrive of twin girls born in Madrid, N.Y., July 3, 1925, to parents Erwin and Dorthia Reynolds.
Family was most important in Ida’s life. It was her greatest love to have family together. It pleased her so much to cook delicious meals and have the table full of guests.
She was known for inviting strangers, soon to become friends, who didn’t have anywhere else to go for dinner and holiday meals. Ida was always reaching out to help anyone in need.
While growing up, she learned the importance of family after losing both of her parents by age 3. Ida and her 12 brothers and sisters were separated and put in foster care until they were old enough to work.
When Ida was a teenager, she joined 4-H. She learned cooking and sewing. She entered canned goods and sewing items in the fair and won enough ribbons to buy her very first brand-new winter coat.
Ida continued sharing these talents throughout her life. While she was young, a storekeeper nicknamed her “Pete.” That name stuck among close family and friends.
Ida married
Theodore C. Bisnett July 4, 1943. They lived on the family homestead dairy farm. One day, the milking machine broke and she had to milk 45 cows by hand.
After many years of farming, Ida was hired at Dine-O-Rama in Syracuse. Amazed at her talent in the kitchen and ability working with people she was quickly moved to manager.
She was famous for her “specials of the day” and had customers always coming back for more.
Theodore expressed his desire to move the family to the west. Ida told him he had to have a job and a home before she and the children would move. A short time later, Theodore bought a home in Othello.
Reluctantly, Ida and the children completed their move in 1964. She soon felt at home in Othello and said, “The move was the best thing I ever did.”
Ida worked as a supervisor in the potato industry until her retirement in 1990.
After her retirement, she loved spending time with her senior group, the Retreads of the Othello Church of the Nazarene. She also continued to stay active with countless family and friends.
Ida was preceded in death by all 12 of her siblings, her husband, parents and grandson Donald Henneman.
Ida is survived by her six children Carol (Al) Henneman, of Othello, Bill (Linda) Bisnett, of Warden, Duane (Kathryn), of Othello, Beverly (Dell) May, of Troy, Idaho, Bonnie (Jimmy) Cox, of Diana, Texas, Richard (Lyn) Bisnett, of Warden; 18 grandchildren and 26 great- grandchildren.
Services were held Monday, June 28, at the Othello Church of the Nazarene.
Arrangements by Kayser’s Chapel and Crematory, Moses Lake.
Arthur Gene Johnson, 1943 – 2010
Arthur Gene Johnson, 66, of Vashon Island, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend passed away peacefully at home Sunday, June 20, 2010. He died from complications of lung cancer.
Gene was born Aug. 27, 1943, in Portland, Ore., to Arthur Langford and Pauline Jeannette (Poe) Johnson. He grew up with three brothers and a sister, moving throughout the Puget Sound area and Alaska.
Gene graduated from Federal Way High School and spent time surveying with his dad, which led to his employment in 1969 with Metro Engineers.
The company later became Brown and Caldwell Engineers of Seattle, where Gene worked for almost 40 years. Between 1980 and 1984, he held the position of Public Works Director in Othello. While working there, he met the love of his life, Sandra D. Snyder. The two were married
March 25, 1978.
During his time in Othello, Gene was a Cub Scout leader, president of the local Lions Club and a member of the Othello Theater Guild, where his artistic talents were put to use constructing and painting beautiful sets.
In 1984, after Gene rejoined Brown and Caldwell, he and Sandra moved to Vashon Island. While on Vashon, he continued his service to the community, eventually becoming scoutmaster of Troop No. 294. As he shared his passion for the outdoors, he inspired others to reach their scouting goals.
If Gene wasn’t exploring the countryside, camping or visiting museums with his wife and children, you would find him working on his wooden scale sailing ships, carriages and airplanes models. His fascination with old barns and trains inspired his photography, paintings and drawings.
Gene cherished the outdoors, whether gardening in the quiet of his beloved yard or camping in the deep forest.
He was preceded in death by a great-granddaughter. He is survived by his loving wife Sandra Johnson and their children Cindy Piccolo and Sandra Van de Cauter, of Switzerland, Michael Piccolo and Jeremy Johnson, of Seattle, Debbie (Doyle) Pegram, Jackie (Donnie) Miller, Mark (Rhonda) Snyder and Linda Snyder, of Othello, Susan (Craig) Husa, of Fall City, Laura Tabish, of Liberty Lake, and Bret Johnson, of Vashon, Debra Mayer, of Tacoma, Cheryl (Dave) Cox, of Federal Way, and his brothers Mike (Prem) Johnson, of Kent, Robert (Karen) Johnson, of Dallas, Texas, and Dennis Johnson and sister Jeannette Johnson, of Boise, Idaho. He is also survived by his much adored 22 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Gene was a true gentleman. We will remember his innate kindness, selflessness and patience. We will remember his quick wit and kind words. We will remember the unconditional love and acceptance he gave. Gene actively improved the lives of everyone around him and will forever be present in our hearts.
Remembrances in Gene’s name can be made to Boy Scout Troop 294 on Vashon or the American Cancer Society. A celebration of Gene’s life will be held at Island Funeral Services, Vashon Island, July 2, 2010, at 2 p.m. A reception will follow. All are welcome to stay and share their memories with the family.
Alice Elizabeth “Betty” Krug, 1914 – 2010
ice Elizabeth “Betty” Krug, 96, of Othello, formerly of Connell, died Friday, June 18, 2010, at The Coventry House with her friends and family by her side. Betty was born Jan. 18, 1914, in Mineral, to Dr. Furman and Barbara (Hill) Shadd. In the early 1920s, she moved with her family to Othello.
Ernest P. Kleweno, 1918 – 2010
Friday night, June 11, 2010, at Coventry House, Ernest left to join Verna, his wife, who passed away just six weeks ago.
Ernest Philip Kleweno was born March 15, 1918, at the family farm near Penawawa, Wash., to Philip and Martha Kleweno, who were Russian German immigrants. Ernest attended a one room schoolhouse at Dusty, where he learned to speak English and graduated from the eighth grade.
The family moved to Pomeroy, where he met Verna Futter at the Prayer League Tabernacle church in Lewiston, Idaho. They married
Oct. 4, 1941. Three children were born of that union, Charlotte L. Kleweno DuBois, Othello, Douglas G. (Beverly) Kleweno, Athens, Ga., and David D. Kleweno (Pamela), Okemos, Mich. Ernest had six grandchildren and five great- grandchildren.
Ernest grew wheat for his father. He drove and cared for his mule team from the time he was 14 years old. In 1943, he bought 1, 000 head of sheep and produced wool and meat for the servicemen of WWII. In 1955, the family moved to Enterprise, Ore., and he started raising cattle. There, he bought his first three registered angus cows. They became the cornerstones of High Hill Angus Ranch of Soap Lake, which he owned and operated with Verna for 35 years. Ernie was known for his excellent angus breeding program and his quality, gentle registered angus bulls and heifers. Verna and Ernest were the 1998 Grant County Cattlemen of the Year. He was also a past master of the Adrian Grange in Soap Lake.
November 1999, Ernest and Verna moved to their retirement home on Crestline Road in Othello, to be near their daughter Charlotte DuBois. Last fall, Ernest and Verna joined the Coventry House family.
A memorial gift may be made to Heifer Int’l in his memory.
A memorial service will be held at Coventry House Assisted Living, 430 North Second Ave., Saturday, June 19, at 1:30 p.m.
Arrangements are in the care of Danekas Funeral Home.
Henry Lewis Prickett, 1927 – 2010
Henry Lewis Prickett, born Sept. 3, 1927, in Lyman, Neb., went to meet his maker May 31, 2010. Lewis left behind his wife of 64 years, Lou Ella, and his four children Roger, Patty, Carmen and Tim. Lewis had 11 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. All will miss him dearly.
There will be a memorial June 12 at the Nazarene Church, 825 East Ash, in the Gathering Place. Please join us to say goodbye to Lewis.
Roy Edward Slate, 1944 – 2010
Roy Edward Slate, of Othello, died May 14, 2010, at the Legacy Hopewell House Hospice in Portland, Ore., at the age of 66.
He was born March 2, 1944, in Sacramento, Calif., to William and Anna Marie Slate. Roy was raised in Eureka, Calif, graduating from Eureka High School in 1962. In 1964, he moved to Othello, as jobs were plentiful. On April 30, 1979, Roy married
Dana Donley.
Roy’s passions were his wife and family. He often said the best thing he ever did was marry his wife Dana and his greatest achievement was his son Garrett. Roy’s No. 1 hobby was salmon fishing, along with playing cards. He enjoyed both of these hobbies full time after retiring in 2005 from Kiewit Construction as a district shop equipment manager in the southeast region. Once retired, Roy and his wife moved back to the Pacific Northwest.
Roy was preceded in death by his parents and most recently, by his mother-in-law Donna Donley. He is survived by his wife Dana, of Othello, his son Garrett, of Vancouver, and his twin brother Harold and brother Stan, both of Eureka. He also is survived by his father-in-law Dick Donley, of Othello, and his brother-in-law Dean Donley, of Moses Lake.
Roy always had a positive outlook about life. He beat cancer twice in 20 years and was seeking a third victory. Roy died due to surgical complications after spending 15 days in intensive care at OHSU in Portland.
At Roy’s request, there will be no services.
Memorials in Roy’s name can be made to Legacy Hopewell House Hospice, 6171 S.W. Capital Highway, Portland, OR 97239.
Gregory Calzadillas
Gregory P. Calzadillas, 57, of Othello went to be with his Lord on Monday, May 26, 2008 at Othello Community Hospital from a heart attack as a result of diabetes.
Gregory P. Calzadillas, 57, of Othello went to be with his Lord on Monday, May 26, 2008 at Othello Community Hospital from a heart attack as a result of diabetes.
Greg was born on July 3, 1950, to George and Beatrice (Garcia) Calzadillas in Billings, Montana. He was raised and educated in Billings, Othello, and Yakima. The family settled in Othello in 1966 where he met and married
Evanne Hilmes in 1970 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. They moved to Seattle where Greg attended the University of Washington. After two years, Greg enlisted in the Army and served in West Berlin, Germany, Maryland, twice, and then went to nursing school at Letterman General in San Francisco, CA. Following his discharge, in 1978, Greg, Evanne, and their 3 year old son, Christian, moved back to Othello.
Greg returned to school and got his LPN license for Washington State. He worked at Othello Community Hospital and was on the ambulance crew until moving to Yakima in 1987.
He worked in many nursing homes and for the Red Cross before returning to Othello 7 months ago. He was currently working for the Othello School District as a bus driver and Avalon Health Care.
Greg loved the beauty of nature, the mountains, camping trips, and family gatherings.
Greg was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Othello and St. Paul Cathedral in Yakima.
Greg was preceded in death be his brother, George, Jr.. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Evanne Calzadillas, of Othello, his son, Christian Calzadillas, of Miami Beach, Florida, his parents George and Beatrice Calzadillas, his brother Fred (Carmen) Calzadillas, and his sister, Suzi (Leland) Laughlin all of Othello, and many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Joanna Schlagel
Joanna S. Schlagel passed away May 26, 2008 at Deaconess Medical Center, Spokane, WA with her loving family by her side. Joanna S. Schlagel passed away May 26, 2008 at Deaconess Medical Center, Spokane, WA with her loving family by her side. She was born December 11, 1934 in Van Hook, N.D. to John and Murriel King Kjolaas. She lived there until age nine at which time she moved with her parents to Yakima, WA. She received her education in the Yakima School District where she graduated from Yakima High in 1952. Joanna met Bill Schlagel in 1953. November 27, 1954 they were married
in Yakima, WA where they lived until they moved to Othello in 1957 where they have made their home for 51 years. They raised three children Greg, Terri and Donnie who were the light of her life. In 1973 Joanna began working at Lutacaga School for five years as a kitchen assistant. She then transferred to Scootney Springs School and worked as an educational assistant for 15 years. She retired in 1993. Her hobbies were camping, gardening and playing with her grandchildren. Joanna enjoyed all holidays, but Christmas was very special to her because it was time when all of her family would be together. She is a long time member of the Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Othello. She is survived by husband Bill, children Greg (Ruthann) Schlagel, Terri ( Greg) Couette and Donald ( Frances) Schlagel, two sisters: Rinnie (Shannon) Bruton, Phoebe (Gene) Watson and brother: Monty (Sue) Kjolaas. Grandchildren: Jason, Leah, Kylee, Devan, Kennady Schlagel, Alex, Heather, Josh Couette, Joseph (Brigitte) Fasching, Justin, Sara and Brandon Schlagel and numerous nieces and nephews. Her parents and three sisters preceded her in death.
Roland Delay
Roland Eugene DeLay, born to Ted & June DeLay in Custer, South Dakota on Feb. 27, 1934, was reunited with family & friends on the other side on Monday, May 19th.
Roland Eugene DeLay, born to Ted & June DeLay in Custer, South Dakota on Feb. 27, 1934, was reunited with family & friends on the other side, Monday, May 19th. All who loved him will miss his smile and easy-going manner. Living his life in a simple fashion, Roland enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, a nice cold beer and a hot cup of coffee. Aside from his time in the Navy, stationed in Japan, Roland spent most of his life farming with his siblings at his fathers farm on the east end of the Royal slope. With the passing of his parents and his own children leaving the nest, he went to work for the Royal School District where he retired after 15 years.
Anyone who knew Roland found him upbeat, friendly and with a great sense of humor. He held true to this even in his battle against cancer, and brought many a smile to his doctors, caregivers, friends and family members. Roland is survived by six of his seven children; Debra (Polito) Ron, Kim, Kelly, Shannon (Maginn) and Melanie (Miller) their mother Adria (DeLay), 22 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Douglas (Texas) and his children Rhonda (Jorgenson), Lori (Kallenberger), and Rick. Roland was also fortunate in life to love and be loved by his extended family; Noella Fischer, daughters Leah (Fischer) Katina (Saiz) and 5 grandchildren.
D. Everett “Bill” Phillips, 1922 – 2010
Bill was born August 13, 1922, to Robert Hugh (“RH”) and Jessie Phillips in Spokane.
Prior to moving to Rockwood South Retirement community in Spokane in 2007, Bill was a life-long resident of Lind. He passed away in Spokane May 26, 2010, at the age of 87.
After graduating from Lind High school in 1940, Bill attended Washington State College for one semester before returning to Lind to start farming with his father and marry his high school sweetheart Evelyn “Evie” (Plager) Phillips. Bill and Evie farmed on the family farm near Lind for more than 45 years until his retirement in 1986.
His brothers Bob and Boyd Phillips also farmed near Bill.
He was an early convert to deep-well central pivot irrigation of traditional dry land wheat acreage beginning in the early to mid 1960s.
He expanded beyond the traditional wheat crops to include potatoes, sugar beets, onions, sunflowers and other row crops.
Bill was also involved with several agri-businesses for sales of fertilizer and agricultural farm chemicals, aerial spray application and sales and service of deep well pumps and irrigation systems.
Bill was also involved in several cattle ranches (including the beautiful Oxbow Ranch in central Oregon), along with his father and another partner. He was a pilot for many years and he enjoyed flying (he was active in the Washington flying farmers), hunting and fishing trips with friends and family members, traveling with Evie in their motor home and spending time with family and friends at vacation homes in Mesa, Ariz., and Priest Lake, Idaho.
Bill led a long, interesting life. He was very supportive of his family and loved to visit and make new friends, regardless of their age. He was involved with many community activities, including the Lind Active Club, school board member, Boy Scouts, Masons and Shriners.
Bill will be missed by his family and by many others who knew him well.
His wife Evie predeceased him in 2001. Both of his younger brothers, Bob and Boyd, also predeceased him.
He is survived by his three children Sherry Lund, of Lind, Debbie Phillips, of Walla Walla, and Marc Phillips (and his wife Mimi), of Spokane; four grandchildren Eric Lund, of Lind, Todd Lund, of Spokane (and his wife Denise), Jon Phillips, of Spokane, and Lisa Phillips, of Spokane; and three great-grandchildren Everett, Kendra and Addison Lund. Bill is also survived by his sister Mildred Giguiere of Woodland, Calif., and numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorial Services were held Wednesday, June 2, at the Lind Community Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Lind Community Church or the Lind Senior Center.
