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Alphonse (Bert) H. POHLMANN
At age 88, died November 19, 2001.
Survived by his wife Helen, daughters Jane Khan and Romaine Yanqui from his deceased wife Romaine, and grandchildren.
He was born March 20, 1913 at Etlah, Missouri.
Resided in Seattle since his Navy discharge after W.W. II.
Carpenter for Pier 91 and later many friends.
Memorial Service Saturday, 2 p.m., November 24 at Bethany Community Church, 8023 Green Lake Drive North. (Obit dated 11/22/2001.)
Rhonda POLLARD-AUSBIE
Visitation today, Tuesday, November 20, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Services 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 21, 2001 at Columbia Funeral Home.
(Obit dated 11/20/2001.)
Richard Freeman RAWLINGS
Mr. Rawlings was born July 11, 1918 in Birmingham, Alabama. He attended the J.W. Minor High School where he met his wife Evelyn. On August 9, 1942 they married
. He was in the US Navy from June 1943 to 1946. After the Navy he attended the University of Oregon, graduating with a B.S. Degree with Honors. Mr. Rawlings worked for Boeing for 19 years. After retiring Mr. And Mrs. Rawlings traveled extensively. Mr. Rawlings invented an oyster shell-punching machine for the cultivation of oysters. Mr. Rawlings also built 3 homes, the first at Dabob Bay, and two homes in the Burien area. Mr. Rawlings had a good life, he enjoyed working, he had a family, started a business (PAMRA), worked for a company almost 20 years, retired comfortably and traveled with his wife and grandchildren for as long as he could. He was a wonderful husband and father. Mr. Rawlings is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Evelyn Glass Rawlings; sons Richard, Robert, and Alan; 3 grandsons and 1 granddaughter. Funeral Service Monday, November 26th at 10:00 a.m. at BONNEY-WATSON Washington Memorial, 16445 Pacific Hwy. S., SeaTac. Memorials to Alzheimer's Association, 12721 30th Ave. N.E., Seattle, WA. 98125.
Eileen C. REDMAN
Eileen was born in southeast Nebraska on November 25, 1914, and raised in the small town of Crete. She died November 16, 2001. The daughter of a carpenter, she encountered early hardships with the death of her mother during the great flu epidemic of 1918. In those days single men were rarely able to raise young children, so Eileen was cared for by her grandparents and a loving aunt, Betty (Bookie) Dillon Crain. As a young girl she loved the English language in both song and verse. She was a cheerleader and acted in school plays and became an accomplished musician; playing the piano, singing at weddings, and winning various vocal competitions. Eileen graduated valedictorian from high school in Dorchester, Nebraska in 1932. She received a scholarship to a local college, but the call of the road and her independent nature drew her to Scottsbluff in Western Nebraska. She worked as a telephone operator and carried on a "long distance romance" with her future husband, Herb Redman. Shortly after her marriage in 1941, she followed in the tradition of her grandparents who had crossed the fields of the midwest in a covered wagon, and moved to Seattle where her husband, Herb worked in the shipyards as a steamfitter. Great old family photos show Mom in her air-raid warden uniform during World War II. She also worked at the Department of the Interior through the end of the War. Eileen and Herb were living in the Ballard neighborhood when their son, David was born. Five years later they settled into life in the Broadview neighborhood of North Seattle over-looking the Sound with its spectacular sunsets. Here Eileen was active in the PTA, cub scouts and with fund raising for Broadview Elementary School. Her continued love for reading and literature led her to volunteer as librarian at Broadview School through the 1950s. Eileen always seemed to be helping out somewhere, always encouraging the kids to answer their questions by reading about it. The world was expanding rapidly then, it was the time of Telstar and sputniks, and she would tell us that reading was the only way to reach the stars. Life was what you made of it, she'd say. As the demands of motherhood lessened, Eileen decided to reenter the work force. This began her association with the Seattle Milk Fund, the second oldest charity in Seattle, founded in 1902. Expanding and organizing an office in downtown Seattle, she worked as the SMF office secretary from 1966 through 1972, when her husband, Herb passed away. The Seattle Milk Fund remained the central focus of her life following her retirement as secretary. She served in numerous offices over the years including Trustee, Historian, two terms as recording secretary, and three years serving as Director of Case Investigation. In 1994, Eileen was presented with the Milk Fund's "Fruit and Flower Award" as the charity's outstanding Member of the Year. The accumulated experience of over 25 years of volunteer service and the desire to share that experience with others helped keep Eileen motivated, active, and of agile mind. Seattle Milk Fund was her life's work, she was very proud of its accomplishments, and of its ability to adapt to changing social and economic conditions. Eileen remained socially active until just a few years ago. After the sale of her home, she moved to Brighton Court in Lynnwood. She especially enjoyed traveling to Victoria and Vancouver. She loved her cat Noel, crossword puzzles, reading and her family. She will be greatly missed, but has left a legacy of love and caring for her friends, family, and community. Besides son Dave and his wife Debbie of Bothell, Eileen is survived by her beautiful granddaughter Alix, and 3-month-old grandson Brett. She is also survived by four half-sisters, Donna Donnally of Arlington, VA., Doris Carmen of Lompoc, CA., Jackie Shuemaker of Melbourne, FL., and Marylin Reiss of Crete, NE., as well as half-brother, Bob Feeken of Cambridge, NE. Her best friend and sister-in-law, Ila Mae Menne of Ballard, WA. also survives. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. at Evergreen-Washelli Chapel at 11111 Aurora Ave. N., Seattle on Friday, November 23, 2001. Remembrances and contributions can be sent to Seattle Milk Fund, 1130 N. Northgate Way, Seattle, WA. 98133. (Obit dated 11/21/2001.)
Jack Douglas RENSTROM
Beloved husband of Marjorie passed away November 21, 2001 after a valiant fight with cancer. Born in 1925 in South Dakota, Jack worked at Boeing for 31 years while he and Marjorie raised children David, Stephen and Rebecca. After retirement, Jack and Marjorie became snowbirds and traveled to southern California during the winter months. Jack will be greatly missed by his four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, the partners of his children: Janice and Connie; sister Frances Kruse and Betty Renstrom. Memorial Open House will be held Saturday, November 24, 2001 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Mt. Villa Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, 10999 Mt. Villa Dr., Enumclaw. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society. (Obit dated 11/22/2001.)
Daphne Joan RICHARDSON
passed away on November 19, 2001, at 81 years of age. She was born in Vancouver, B.C., where she graduated from Vancouver Business College, continuing on to study in England. She moved to Seattle in 1943. She was an artist and a member "Artist's Gallery Northwest". She was a parishioner at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church and volunteered at "Cloud Nine" for many years. She enjoyed world traveling and nature. She was the great, great granddaughter of Major General John Barr, who was an artillery man, serving with the British Army in India. Daphne has been cared for at the Columbia Lutheran Home for the past eight years in the Alzheimer's Section. She is survived by her husband, Dio, son David, and daughter Darcie. Remembrances may be made to the Columbia Lutheran Home.
Emily D. RICHARDSON
Age 83 of Fall City. Memorial Service 12 noon Friday, November 23, 2001 at FLINTOFT'S ISSAQUAH FUNERAL HOME (Obit dated 11/20/2001.)
Robert W. RITCHEY
Robert W. RITCHEY, 77, of Lynnwood, died November 13, 2001. He was born March 18, 1924 in Bismarck, N.D. He served in the U.S. Army Airborne during W.W. II. Robert graduated from Montana State University in 1952 with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He retired from the Boeing Company after 25 years of service. He was a Life Member of V.F.W. Post 1040 in Lynnwood, a member of the Washington Pilots Association and the Lynnwood Elks. He served on the South Snohomish County Memorial Day Committee for 30 years; for this involvement he was awarded the General Douglas McArthur Memorial Award. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Dee; daughters, Geri (Ray) Reed, Everett; Jeannette (Mike) Mitchell and Carol (Ron) McArthur, both of Edmonds; sons, Robert Ritchey, Renton and Bill (Diane) Ritchey, Edmonds; grandchildren, Bryce and Kim Dootson, Erin and Anthony Ritchey, David and Jill McArthur; great-grandchildren, Ian and Kylie; brothers, John, Frank and William Ritchey; sisters, Margaret Stumpf, Jean Bennett,
Annette Fleck and Pat Kleinsauser as well as his faithful dog "Tiffany". Memorial Service, 1 p.m., Sunday, November 25 at the Lynnwood Elks Lodge, 6620 - 196th Street S.W. Family suggests memorials to the "Tall Elks" or favorite charity. Inurnment Tahoma National cemetery. Arrangements, Beck's Funeral Home, Edmonds, (425) 771-1234. (Obit dated 11/19/2001.)
Captain George G. ROBERTS
Roberts, Captain George G., U.S. Merchant Marine, Ret., died October 15, 2001 in Fort Bragg, CA. surrounded by his loving family. George was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and loyal friend. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Iris: his six children: George (Renee); Peter (Peggy); Betsy; Mary Keith (Bruce); Paula (Ed); and Nicholas (Kimberly). He is also survived by his brother Prof. Norman Roberts; Marcella and Bob Kay, 10 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Captain Roberts served during World War II as master of merchant vessels in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Pacific war zones. At the end of the War, he continued his career in the shipping and water transportation fields. He remained an active contributor in these areas well into retirement. George, a native of Seattle, WA., was the grandson of the late Captain George Roberts, one of the founders of the Alaska Steamship Co. and the Puget Sound Navigation Co. A private family oceanside service was held in Little River, CA. on November 3, 2001. A Seattle Memorial Service will be held at the Lakeview cemetery early next year. Requiescat in Pace. (Obit dated 11/22/2001.)
Frank Anthony ROPPO
Memorial Service 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 24, 2001 at Calvary Community Church, 15116 - Gary Street, Sumner. (Obit dated 11/23/2001.)
Gloria Belanich-ROTH
Went home to be with her Lord Jesus on November 14, 2001 at age 75. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Jim. Gloria is survived by her three children, Cynthia Roth, John Roth, and Diane (Jim) Joyner; and two grandsons, Michael and Samuel, all of Portland. Gloria was the oldest child survived by three brothers Joe and Roger of Seattle, Darryl of Edmonds and sister-in-law Lou Rogers of Seattle, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Gloria was born in Seattle and grew up on Queen Anne Hill. She met Jim and they married
in San Francisco in 1954 where they lived and started their family. They moved to Portland shortly thereafter where they have lived since. Memorial Mass at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Seattle on November 24th at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Croatian Relief Services at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Fairview, New Jersey in care of Father Giorda no Belanich. (Obit dated 11/21/2001.)
Willis Richard ROTTMAN
Born to Elsa and Richard Rottman August 31, 1921 at Virginia Mason Hospital in Seattle.
He attended Bagley Grade School and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1939.
He then attended Edison Business School, after which he worked for a CPA firm in Seattle.
He was then employed by Thrifty Drug Stores of Washington, as office manager in Bremerton and Seattle.
He retired after over 50 years years of service with this company.
He leaves his wife, Alida; sons, Rick and Dan; daughter, Holly J.R. Petersen and her husband Louis; grandchildren, Angie, Erik, Karin, Lisa, and his sister, Mary Lou Jensen, her husband Paul and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service Tuesday, November 20, 4 p.m., First Lutheran Church of West Seattle, 4105 California Ave SW, Seattle WA. 98116.
In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to First Lutheran Church of W. Seattle, Union Gospel Mission or a Food Bank. (Obit dated 11/20/2001.)
