Lathim, Lillian E. Friday, 25 Jun 2004
Lillian E. Lathim died June 25, 2004, at Whidbey Island Manor, Oak Harbor, at the age of 98. She was born Feb. 22, 1906, in San Luis Obispo, Calif., to Frank and Grace (Nelson) Whitlock. She graduated from business college in Santa Barbara, Calif.
Mrs. Lathim was married to Richard Lathim in Santa Barbara Oct. 23, 1927. She and Richard lived in Santa Barbara. During World War II, Lillian went to work as a bookkeeper for her father at the Lyons Moving and Storage Company, which he founded. She remained with Lyons until the early 1960's.
Richard died in 1985 and in 1986, Lillian moved to Oak Harbor to be near her daughter. She enjoyed crocheting, gardening and sewing.
Mrs. Lathim is survived by one daughter, Shirley Sanders of Oak Harbor. Three grandchildren, Cheryl Quinores and husband Stanley of Arlington; Val Sanders and husband Jim Vile of Denver, Colo., and Ric Sanders and wife Anita of Curlew Lake; four great-grandchildren: Kalea and Kiana Sanders of Arlington and Morgan Sanders and wife Jinny of Port Townsend and Matthew Evans of Curlew and four great-great-grandchildren: Josh, Justin and Rebecca DeVenere and Isiah Sanders, all of Port Townsend also survive.
Family memorial services will be held in Curlew with private inurnment to be held at the Santa Barbara Cemetery, Santa Barbara. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Burley Funeral Chapel, Oak Harbor.
Stitzel, Agnes O. 'Aggie' Wednesday, 23 Jun 2004
Agnes O. 'Aggie' Stitzel died suddenly at her home in Oak Harbor June 23, 2004, at the age of 73. She was born June 9, 1931, in Bedford, Ohio, to Henry J. and Mary (Seeka) Rickelman.
Aggie grew up in Ohio and at the age of 12, moved with her family to Southern California. She spent most of her life in the San Fernando Valley. Aggie graduated from Garfield High School. She worked as a bookkeeper at her grandmother's knitting shop and then continued working for a hospital, swimming pool shop and dentist office, maintaining their books.
Aggie was married to Dan W. Stitzel in Oak Harbor Dec. 9, 1993, making Oak Harbor her final home. She enjoyed crafts, scrap booking, shopping and visiting family and friends on the telephone.
Aggie is survived by her husband Dan of Oak Harbor; by eight children, Gary Davis of Amarillo, Texas; Lynn Miller of Sheperdsville, Ky.; Sherry Ikenberry of Mountainview, Okla.; Carol Miller of Gordonville, Texas; Nancy Tolhurst of Lawton, Okla.; Kathleen Osborn of Denver, Colo.; Lynda Briggs of Redding, Calif. and Randy Davis. Twenty grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren also survive.
Private family graveside services were held Tuesday, June 29, at Maple Leaf Cemetery. Arrangements and cremation were under the direction of Burley Funeral Chapel.
Sachs, Thelma J. Wednesday, 23 Jun 2004
Longtime Oak Harbor resident Thelma J. Sachs passed away June 23, 2004. Thelma was born Aug. 23, 1929, in Edmore, N.D, the daughter of Otto and Della Johnson. She graduated from Edmore High School in 1947. She met and fell in love with Russell Sachs while he was visiting relatives in Edmore. They were married May 24, 1950, in Concordia Lutheran Church in Edmore and came to Oak Harbor where they lived the rest of their lives. Since March 2003 Thelma lived at Oak Harbor Retirement Community.
Russ worked for many years in supply at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station and Thelma worked in an Oak Harbor bakery. They loved camping with family and friends and had many happy times traveling in their trailer, especially after retirement. They were talented in arts and crafts and created many treasures over the years.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Russ in 1986, her parents Otto and Della and brother James.
Survivors include Thelma's sister Carol Holmes and her husband Bob of San Jacinto, Calif.; brother Douglas Johnson and his wife Connie of Great Falls, Mont.; nephew Lance Johnson, his wife Sandy and family of Geyser, Mont.; nephew Bruce Johnson, his wife Nettie and family of Olathe, Kan., and she will be especially missed by nephew Rick Troyer and his wife Judy of Langley, their sons Garth Troyer and Gary Troyer of Marysville and their families and sister-in -law Rena Troyer of Everett.
Thelma was a very generous and special lady with a great sense of humor who will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Special thanks to the staff at Oak Harbor Retirement Community who provided excellent care for Thelma this past year, and to the staff of Skagit Hospice.
A graveside service will be Thursday, July 1, at 2 p.m., at Maple Leaf Cemetery, conducted by members of the Oak Leaf Rebekah Lodge No. 254. Memorials may be made to Skagit Hospice, P.O. Box 1376, Mount Vernon, WA 98273, or to a Christmas Fund for Employees of Oak Harbor Retirement Community Memory Care, 1044 Kimball Dr., Oak Harbor, WA 98277. Arrangements under direction of Burley Funeral Chapel.
Isaacson, Dayton James Wednesday, 23 Jun 2004
On June 23, 2004, we lost our little angel. He was only here for a short time, and was loved more than anything in the world by everyone. He loved to be held and talked to. All of us will miss him so very much. Dayton was born April 11, 2004. in Bellingham to Joshua Isaacson and Chariti Rathjen.
He was preceded in death by his great-grandma Joanne Ruswick; uncle Chris Rathjen; and cousin Jerrad Ennen. Dayton is survived by his parents; brothers Skyler and Joshua Isaacson; sister Leigh Isaacson, all of Bellingham. Also survived by grandparents Dennis and Cheri Rathjen of Bellingham, Nola Isaacson of South Carolina, and Jeff Isaacson of Bellingham; along with numerous other relatives, many on Whidbey Island.
Memorials may be made to SIDS Network, (PO Box 520, Ledyard, CT 06339) or to our Local Support Officers, (Support Officer Community Care, PO Box 1102, Bellingham, WA 98227). Funeral services were held at Westford Funeral Home Tuesday, June 29, followed by a graveside service at Bayview Cemetery. Please view photos and share memories in the family'ss online guestbook: www.westfordfuneralhome.com.
Hahne, Carle Frederick Monday, 21 Jun 2004
Carle Frederick Hahne, 89, of Oak Harbor, died June 21, 2004, at Aldercrest Health and Rehabilitation Center in Edmonds.
Mr. Hahne was born in Seattle on Jan. 22, 1915, to Ross C. Hahne and Bertha M. (Stumpf) Hahne. He was raised in West Seattle and graduated from West Seattle High School. He married Naomi Beth Bennett May 29, 1937, in Seattle. Carle was employed by the Seattle Transit System for 38 years as a bus mechanic. In 1977, the couple moved to Whidbey Island. Carle enjoyed working in his garden and on the property on which he and Naomi lived. He was a member of Oak Harbor Elks Club.
Carle is survived by one daughter, Roberta Marshall and husband Bill of Lynnwood; one son, Ross Hahne of Seattle; five grandchildren, Byron, Keith, Joann and Curtis Marshall and Todd Hahne; three great-grandchildren, Roni Jo and Chaz Thomas and Taylor Hahne; one sister, Alice Chalfe of North Bend. He was preceded in death by his wife Naomi Nov. 13, 1994, and by one son, Paul Hahne.
A private family memorial graveside service will be held at a later date at Maple Leaf Cemetery. Arrangements and cremation under direction of Burley Funeral Chapel.
Seats, Peggy Antoinette Sunday, 20 Jun 2004
Memorial services celebrating the life of Peggy A. Seats will be held Thursday, June 24, at 3 p.m., at Oak Harbor Assembly of God Church with Pastor Brent Sorlien officiating. Cremation was held with private family inurnment to follow at a later date.
Peggy Antoinette Seats, a lifetime resident of Oak Harbor, died at Whidbey General Hospital, Coupeville, June 20, 2004,at the age of 53. She was born May 9, 1951, in Coupeville to William J. and Betty Ardell (Dickinson) Laferriere. Peggy attended school in Oak Harbor and graduated with the Class of 1969 at Oak Harbor High School.
Peggy was a serious ballet student, having taken lessons for more than 18 years at the Kathryn Johnson Academy of Dance. In Kathryn's last years with the academy, her health would not permit her to instruct and Peggy stepped up to teach the programs.
Peggy was married to Gerald Vincent 'Jerry' Seats. She began a lifetime career working as a chef and bartender in Anacortes. She returned to Oak Harbor, working at Henderson's, Pete's Sake, the Blue Dolphin, and Oak Harbor Yacht Club and at Captain Whidbey and Tyee restaurants in Coupeville. Peggy was an avid pool player.
When not working, Peggy spent most of her time helping others. For many years, she was the caregiver for her parents, while holding down a full time career. She was never afraid of hard work.
Peggy Seats is survived by two children, Terra Kah and husband Amadou of Camas and David Seats of Oak Harbor. One brother, Robert Laferriere and wife Cathi of Oak Harbor and one sister Joyce Bolduc' and husband Andre' of Las Vegas and one aunt, Rita Nawman of Oak Harbor, also survive.
Memorials may be made to Robert Laferriere, 1881 Ft. Nugent Road, Oak Harbor, WA. 98277.
Shuttlesworth, Monte Sunday, 20 Jun 2004
Greatly loved and devoted husband, father, companion, brother and friend.
Monte was born Feb. 18, 1941, in Kellogg, Idaho, and died June 20, 2004, in Coupeville at his home. Monte was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses Jan. 11, 1959, at age 18. He was employed at Gale Insulation of Marysville.
He grew up in Montana, lived in Alaska for several years and moved to Coupeville in 1989.
Monte is survived by his wife Linda Shuttlesworth of 24 years, brother Lyle Shuttlesworth of Montana, sister Marguerite Bass of Idaho, and six children, Lenora Miller of Colorado, Deborah Laux of Washington, Danea Alexander of Utah, Amanda Leishman of Utah, Camille Young of Washington, Warren Shuttlesworth of Washington, 12 grandchildren and one great-grandson.
He is remembered for his life long service to Jehovah, always doing the right thing even if it wasn't the easiest thing. He had the privilege of serving Jehovah where the need was greater a few times, with a full heart and doing so brought him great joy. He always encouraged his family in the Bible's promise for a New World because that gave him great hope for the future.
He had a great love for Alaska, for her vast beauty and her wild untamed heart, and he has missed her. His love of the mountains and immense sense of humor, devotion to his family, self-sacrificing spirit and love of music will live on in us all. He will always be remembered for being a wonderful husband and best friend to Linda. Many have loved deeply but never more deeply than the love they shared.
Monte was deeply loved by his family and will be vastly missed.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, June 26, at the Coupeville Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 331 Morris Road (Highway 20 and 331 Morris Road), and a reception will follow the memorial. All who knew Monte or his family are warmly welcome and invited. The reception will be held at Oak Harbor School District Administration Office.
Hanshaw, Sr., Gregory Drew Saturday, 19 Jun 2004
Gregory Drew Hanshaw, Sr., 53, of Oak Harbor, died at his home Saturday, June 19, 2004, following a four-year battle with cancer.
Mr. Hanshaw was born in Seattle May 28, 1951, to Lawrence D. Hanshaw and Melva N. (Jones) Hanshaw. He was raised in Ballard, where he graduated from Ballard High School. He attended the University of Washington, where he received an associate of arts degree in computer sciences and communications.
June 30, 1978, Greg married Cathleen Irene Rennebohm in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. They resided in Bothell for 20 years. During this time, Greg owned and operated a legal messenger service in Seattle. He was an ardent soccer enthusiast, and coached for the North Shore Youth Soccer Association. In 1998, he sold his business in downtown Seattle and moved to Oak Harbor with his family. Greg and Cathy bought Sunset Kennels and he also started a local legal messenger service. He was a member of the Greater Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce. Washington State Professional process Servers Association, the National Association of Professional Process Servers and American Boarding Kennel Association
Greg is survived by his wife Cathy; three sons, Geoffrey Hanshaw and wife Heidi, Ronald Hanshaw and Gregory Hanshaw, Jr., all of Oak Harbor; two brothers, Ronald K. Hanshaw of Tacoma, and Alvin Hanshaw and wife Pam of Kenmore; one sister, Deborah Tolbert and husband Brian of Oklahoma City, Okla.; several nieces and nephews; mother-in-law, Ruth Seeley of Oak Harbor; brothers-in-law, Richard Rennebohm and wife Cheryl of Oak Harbor and Ronald Rennebohm and wife Darla of Bow. Greg is also survived by several retired racing greyhounds. He was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Hanshaw in 1990, and by his mother,
Melva Hanshaw June 4, 2004.
A memorial service will be Saturday, June 26, 2004, at 1 p.m., at Cleft of the Rock, 22729 Highway 9, Woodinville, Pastor Phil Skoog officiating. Memorials may be made to Greyhound Pets, Inc., 1614 W. Swantown Road, Oak Harbor, WA 98277.
Blouin, Louise Anna Saturday, 19 Jun 2004
Louise Anna Blouin, 81, of Coupeville passed away peacefully June 19, 2004, after an extended illness. She was surrounded by her beloved family in her last moments of life. Born June 9, 1923, to Michael and Anna Neiber in Cayuga, N.D., Louise spent her childhood in southeast North Dakota where as a young lady she met James. She married James 'Bud' Blouin in 1946. Bud preceded her in death in 1984.
Louise is survived by her nine children and their spouses, whom she loved dearly; James Blouin of Coupeville, Ronald Blouin of Everett, Denis Blouin of Anacortes, Annette and Tudor Delcey of Newburg, Ore., Dana and Sue Blouin of Coupeville, Scott and Patty Blouin of Coupeville, David and Kathy Blouin of Coupeville, Steve Blouin of Coupeville and Sandra and Darryl VanNieuwenhuise of Kent along with 19 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Louise is also survived by three older sisters and one younger brother, Emma Bixby of North Dakota, Kate Taylor of Everett, Rose Griggs of North Dakota and her brother Jerome Neiber of South Dakota. She was also preceded in death by one brother Joseph Neiber of North Dakota.
Louise and her family spent several years in North Dakota before moving to Conrad, Mont. In 1962, James and Louise loaded up the kids and moved to Coupeville. Louise was a member of Saint Mary's Catholic Church. She is fondly remembered by many for her wonderful cookies and open hospitality, always welcoming the children's friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Saint Mary's Catholic Church of Coupeville or the American Cancer Society.
Graveside services were held Tuesday at Sunnyside Cemetery.
Weeks, Alan L. Sunday, 26 Feb 2006
Alan L. Weeks, Capt., USN, Ret., 75, passed away on Feb. 26, 2006, after a long battle with emphysema. He is survived by his wife, Ginny, his daughter and son-in-law, Shelley and Butch (T.W.) Smith; his son, Alan L. Weeks, Jr., and two grandchildren, Lauren Nicole Smith and Jesse Thomas Smith.
Capt. Weeks was a member of the United States Navy for over 30 years, and retired in 1978 after his last tour of duty as the executive officer of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. In his career and in his heart, he was a pilot first and foremost, having flown the F-9, F-11, A5A and RA5C, among various other aircraft.
A private family service with full military honors was held on March 3 with arrangements by Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home in Marysville. After cremation, his son and son-in-law scattered his ashes by aircraft over the sea.
The family wishes to express our gratitude for all the kind wishes of sympathy and encouragement expressed to us throughout this trying time. Our sincere thanks.
Franett, Donald Sunday, 05 Mar 2006
Donald Matthew Franett, 88, peacefully slipped away at his Greenbank home surrounded by his family on March 5, 2006, following a battle with cancer.
Don Franett was born Dec. 11, 1917, in Seattle to Matthew John Franett and Anna (Berry) Franett. He grew up in Seattle, graduated from Lincoln High School and the University of Washington School of Fisheries. Don and Irene Thompson were married on August 3, 1946. The couple lived in Seattle, Anacortes, Richmond Beach and retired to Lagoon Point in 1988.
After working as a fisheries biologist for the Washington State Department of Fisheries, Don spent many years in the salmon canning industry in Puget Sound and Alaska. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Coupeville. Don enjoyed hockey, salmon fishing, duck hunting, and classical music. Above all, he loved his family.
Don is survived by his wife Irene; five children: Peter Franett and wife Danni of Kelso, Teresa Dubeck and husband Paul of Auburn, John Franett and wife Teresa of Lynnwood, Martha Everett and husband Douglas of Brier, and Joseph Franett and wife Joselyn of Sedro-Woolley; 14 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren also survive. His sister, Jeri Fogard, preceded him in death.
A memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Coupeville at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 18 with Rev. Rick Spicer as Celebrant. A reception for family and friends will follow at the Greenbank Community Club. Private inurnment will take place at Sunnyside Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Friends of Home Health and Hospice or Whidbey Island Foundation-MAC Unit, both c/o 101 N. Main Street, Coupeville, WA 98239. Arrangements were entrusted to Burley Funeral Chapel, Oak Harbor.
Porter Anderson, Dorothy I. Thursday, 09 Mar 2006
Dorothy Porter Anderson passed away March 9, 2006, after a short time at Whidbey Manor nursing home. She was born in Nayette, Maine, April 27, 1914. She was one of 12 children.
She leaves behind a son, Charles F. Howard of Machais, Maine, and three sisters: Loraine Watson of North Eston, Mass., May Swensen of Millford, N.H., and Florence Roy of Odessa, Texas. She was also an aunt to many nieces and nephews.
She was a registered nurse and worked in several hospitals in California and Washington. She served in the Marine Corps 1940 1947. Over the past 15 years she wrote five books and had them published. When she needed a break from writing she’d play bingo.
Dorothy will be missed by all her real friends. There will be no funeral.
McClure, Luther A. Monday, 06 Mar 2006
Luther (Luke, Mac) Arnold McClure, 57, was born May 9, 1948 in Bend, Ore. Luke was raised in Snohomish and graduated from Snohomish High School in 1966. He joined the Army in June 1966 and separated in 1980. He moved to Oak Harbor in 1981 and moved to Mount Vernon in 1994.
Luther passed away March 6, 2006 in San Diego, Calif., after a brief illness.
Luther loved the outdoors and played softball and umpired for many years. He was a member of the Washington Prospectors Mining Association and a member of the Laborers Union Local 901.
Luther is survived by his wife Melva, his son Lance McClure and daughter-in-law Kim of Mount Vernon; daughters Karyl Brown of Issaquah and Cameile McClure of Aberdeen; his mother, Floda Schab of Woodinville; sister Anne Schuster of Woodinville; and brother Joe Schab of Woodinville. Luther had 11 grandchildren and one great granddaughter.
An open house will be held at the deceased’s home at 1500B E. Pacific Place, Mount Vernon, on Saturday, May 25, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Winder, Robert Thursday, 09 Mar 2006
Robert Adolph Winder of Oak Harbor, born June 2, 1926 in Seattle, died March 9, 2006. Lover of the Pacific Northwest, fishing, skiing, and boating. Married to Peggy Ann Winder who passed away in 1994. Father to Debbie, Robin, Steve, and Jeff. Grandfather to Annette, Emily, Nicole, Jonathan, Breannon, and Carley. He will be missed by many. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Anacortes. To share memories of Robert, please sign the online guest register at www.evanschapel.com.
Youngsman, Kenneth Adrian Friday, 10 Mar 2006
It is with great admiration that we respect the accomplishments of Kenneth A. Youngsman, born March 28, 1943 to Adrian and Henrietta Youngsman of Mount Vernon. His greatest attribute was the inspiration and support he bestowed upon those he loved. Ken graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1961. He then proudly served in Vietnam in the United States Navy Mobile Construction Battalion 9, the Navy SeaBees.
After serving his country, he went to work side by side with his father, Ade, in establishing Marine Construction & Dredging, Inc. They shared a strong work ethic and passion for marine related projects. Many people are familiar with the work produced by the company’s dredges “Skagit Bay,” “Shrimp,” and “Sand Piper” along with the work boats “Badger,” “Beaver,” and “Bear.”
Through Ken’s dedicated efforts, communities along the West Coast from Mexico to Alaska, as well as Hawaii enjoy these engineering improvements. Many dredging operations occurred locally in the Skagit River and Swinomish Channel. The development of the Twin Bridges Marina in Skagit County was a realization of a dream that displayed his perseverance. His most recent adventure as senior vice president and director of Nevada Operations with newly formed Western Airlines, allowed his skills in business and love of aviation to help the new company establish a foothold in the competitive airline industry. Ken was a lifelong resident of Skagit County and spent countless hours dedicating himself to improving the quality of life for all Skagit County residents. For these efforts, he will always be remembered as a pillar of the community he loved.
Ken is survived by his devoted family, who carry on his passion to truly embrace life: Maria Youngsman, his loving wife, residing in Pahrump, Nev., previously of LaConner; his children from his previous marriage to Jane Youngsman of Mount Vernon, daughter Alberta Dodds, her husband Ron, with grandchildren Chris and Brad of Burlington; son John Youngsman and fiancé, Cheryl Saavedra of Boise, Idaho; son David Youngsman, his wife Andrea, with grandchildren Alexandra and Amanda of Framingham, Mass. Ken is also survived by his older brother Jim, his wife Ruth, with nephews and nieces, Bill Youngsman, Susie Chapman, Pam Youngsman and Matt Youngsman, their respective families, and numerous relatives in Oak Harbor, Skagit County, and Island County. Ken loved his family and friends, and truly enjoyed seeing each strive to achieve their greatest potential.
Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Ade and Henrietta Youngsman and most recently his lovely aunt Elsie Norlag of Oak Harbor.
Ken’s life will not be counted in years, but by his achievements. His true accomplishments are measured by the numerous people he influenced. His sense of humor, selfless generosity toward others, inspiration and loyalty have left us all with a challenge that we can only hope to achieve on our best of days. His greatest happiness came from seeing others overcome their personal struggles and persevere to accomplish great things. Many of us owe our own personal successes to his gift of support, love, and encouragement.
In addition to his passion for helping others, he loved his airplanes. Few things excited him more than the pleasure of taking to the skies. Although gone from our lives, Ken has gone home to his savior and remains forever a dedicated husband, father and friend in our hearts. To many of us, he will always represent an everlasting faith to stand up for what is right and to support those we love.
Viewing was held March 17 at Hawthorne Funeral Home. A Celebration of Ken’s Life will be held Saturday, March 18, at 11 a.m. at his childhood church, First Christian Reformed Church in Mount Vernon, followed by a luncheon and a Graveside Service at Fir Crest Cemetery in Oak Harbor with full military honors.
Please share your thoughts of Ken and sign the online guest register at www.hawthornefuneralhm.com.
Arrangements are under the care of Hawthorne Funeral Home, 1825 E College Way, Mount Vernon.
