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Patricia Rita DINNING
Age 70, a woman of great strength and determination, died November 4, 2000.
Born Patricia Rita Davie in Bellingham on July 5, 1930, she was orphaned as a child.
Hospitalized for much of her youth with tuberculosis, she defied doctor's predictions of an early demise, recovered and went on to marry and raise a family in south Seattle.
Though her childhood illness kept her from attaining much formal education, she had a quick mind and a never-ending curiosity about life.
She was very active in the PTA and routinely volunteered her time and energies to school and other local community projects in the Rainier Beach area.
Pat taught Sunday school at the neighborhood Presbyterian Church and was a Cub Scout den mother.
She took great pride in having been a driving force behind the creation of South Shore Middle School in the early 1970s.
As her children grew older, Pat went to work outside the home in the 1970s as the education secretary at Temple D'Hirsch Sinai on Capital Hill.
In 1980 she took employment as a secretary for the Graduate School of Communications at the University of Washington.
By the time she was forced to retire in 1998 because of her health, Pat had attained the position of graduate program coordinator.
During that time Pat was instrumental in establishing, maintaining and expanding computer labs at the School of Communications.
She was also an unofficial counselor and surrogate mother to many a grad student far from home.
When planned budget cuts threatened the continued existence of the School of Communications, she rallied support from alumni, students and faculty to bring political pressure to save the School.
After her retirement, Governor Locke signed a proclamation declaring April 15, 1999 'Patricia Dinning Day' in recognition of her tireless efforts for the School and most of all for its students.
In her free time Pat became an avid and accomplished photographer and enjoyed learning more about the latest in computer technology.
She never tired of the beauty of her native Washington, and also enjoyed traveling outside the state.
Pat took particular pleasure in her trips to the Hawaiian Islands and took many beautiful photographs to preserve those memories.
After Pat's husband Irving passed away in 1980, she shared her home with her son Ron and his wife Susan.
Her grandchildren, Jennifer and John, soon after became part of the household.
Jennifer and John received immeasurable benefits from growing up with their grandmother, and gave her much pleasure in return.
Pat is also survived by her daughter Patty, who now resides in Bingen, Washington.
She will be greatly missed by her family and the many students she helped throughout her career.
No services at her request.
Remembrances may be sent to the University of Washington School of Communications at PO Box 353740, Seattle, WA. 98195-3740. (Obit dated 11/07/2000.)
Margaret "Margo" E. Waid-DUBONOSOV
Age 63. Born April 23, 1937 in Victoria, B.C., passed away November 1, 2000 in Bellevue.
Margo is survived by her husband, Artur Dubonosov, daughter, May Waid and son David Waid.
Viewing will be 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Thursday, 11/9/2000 and a Memorial Service at 11 a.m. Thursday, 11/9/2000 at the Bothell Funeral Home, 18224 103rd Ave. N.E., Bothell, WA.
Arrangements by Bothell Funeral Home. (Obit dated 11/07/2000.)
Lena DUNCAN
Lena DUNCAN 70, of Lynnwood, Washington passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 4, 2000.
She was born February 22, 1930 in Giessen, Germany to Heinrich and Emma Lenz.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 47 years, Floyd Charles Duncan and three loving children: son and daughter-in-law John and De De, daughter Carol, son and daughter-in-law Richard and Kym; and seven grandchildren; Jennifer, Jessica, Burgandy, Sean, Kylee, Dylan and Kaytlyn.
She also leaves a brother Gerhard in Germany.
Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2000 at 1:00 p.m. at Beck's Funeral Home, 405 - 5th Avenue S., Edmonds, WA.
The family suggest that in lieu of flowers, donation be made to the American Diabetes Association. (Obit is from 11/06/2000 to 11/07/2000.)
William "Billy" ECK
Services Wednesday, November 8, at 4 p.m. at BONNEY-WATSON PARKER CHAPEL 900 S.W. 146th Street (Obit dated 11/05/2000.)
Donna ETRIS
Born November 8, 1920 in McCluskey, ND; died November 3, 2000 in SeaTac, WA at the age of 79 years.
A long time resident of Anderson Island, Donna was preceded in death by her husband, John D. Etris.
She is survived by her children, Crystal Reese (Mike) of SeaTac, Carla Blakslee (Dick) of Port Orchard and Curtis Etris of Kent; brothers, Milton Turnbull of Bismarck, ND, Thomas Turnbull of McCluskey, ND, Cutty Turnbull of Highland, IN; a sister, Ellen Swendsen of Hettinger, ND; five grandchildren, Debbie, Danny, Kimberley, Lance and Thomas; three great-grandchildren, Seth, Payten and Sophia and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation Wednesday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Funeral Service Thursday, November 9, 2000 at 1 p.m. all at Bonney-Watson Washington Memorial, 16445 Pacific Hwy. S., SeaTac.
Memorials to American Cancer Society, 2120 1st Ave N. Seattle, WA 98109. (Obit dated 11/07/2000.)
David Paul FAKKEMA
Of Renton, was born Oct. 17, 1943 to Mrs. Beth Fakkema and the late Paul Fakkema of Oak Harbor, WA.
David died of complications after a long battle with leukemia on Nov 4, 2000 in Seattle, WA.
He is survived by his loving wife Susan, sons Bryan and Darren, and brothers Roger and Raymond Fakkema.
Dave served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War as a surgical dental assistant, and later graduated from I.T.T. University majoring in computer programming.
He retired as a sheet metal industrial engineering manager at The Boeing Company.
Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. Wed., Nov 8, 2000 at Greenwood Funeral Chapel, 350 Monroe Ave. N.E., Renton, 98056, followed by committal at Tahoma National cemetery.
Arrangements by Evergreen-Washelli. (Obit dated 11/07/2000.)
Miriam FALKIN
Beloved wife of 61 years, Herbert of Seattle; loving mother of children, Sheila (Roger) McNelly, Ira (Annette) Falkin, Evelyn (Skip) Mercer; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Pat; brothers-in-law, Harris and Norman Falkin; many nieces and nephews; numerous great-nieces and nephews.
Born in Brooklyn, NY. June 11, 1916; died in Seattle, WA. November 1, 2000.
Mrs. Falkin was a member of Temple De Hirsch Sinai and City of Hope.
Memorial Service will be held Sunday, November 5, 2000, 3 p.m., ARTHUR A. WRIGHT FUNERAL HOME, Queen Anne Hill, 520 W. Raye St.
Memorial contributions may be given to City of Hope, Kline Galland Home or Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research. (Obit is from 11/03/2000 to 11/05/2000.)
Dorothy G. FALLON
Dorothy Gladys Fallon, age 87 died Thursday at her home in Seattle.
She was born December 22, 1912 in Tenino, WA to Dell and Mamie Axtell.
She graduated from Tenino High School in Thurston County at age 16.
After earning her teaching Certificate from Ellensburg Normal School (Now Central Washington University) she taught elementary school in the Seattle School District for several years.
She married
Walter E. Fallon of Seattle on July 17, 1938 and worked in the family business--Sunvan Moving and Storage, after raising her three children.
She was active in the Seattle Milk Fund as well as a number of other charities benefiting children.
She taught Sunday School for 23 years at Mt. Baker Park Presbyterian Church and volunteered at Swedish Hospital in Seattle.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Walter E. Fallon of Seattle, her son Michael L. Fallon of Seattle; two daughters, Colleen A. Stark of Bremerton; and Sandra D. Sloan of Dallas, TX; and two grandchildren, Spencer J. Stark of Bremerton, and Kathleen A. Fallon of Bellevue.
Viewing will be offered one hour before the service and Funeral Service will be offered on Wednesday, November 8, 2000 at Mt. Baker Park Presbyterian Church at 3:00 P.M. At 3201 Hunter Blvd. S., Seattle, WA.
Memorials may be made to Canine Companions for Independence, P.O. Box 446, Santa Rosa, CA 95402-0446.
Arrangements by Bonney-Watson Capitol Hill. (Obit dated 11/06/2000.)
Elizabeth "Betty" Beryl Simpson FAY
Elizabeth "Betty" Beryl Simpson FAY 78, passed away November 6, 2000 at home in Burien.
She was born January 24, 1922 in Omak, Washington, one of nine children.
Betty graduated from Richland Center High School, in Indiana, moved back to this area and worked at Western Tractor where she met and married
Jack in 1951.
Betty was a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandmother and dear friend.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Betty is survived by her husband, John A. Fay; two sons, Ward Douglas Fay, John A. Fay Jr.; daughter, Claudia E. Bort; four grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two brothers, Neil and Dean Simpson; three sisters, Shirley Barkman, Bobbi Davidson, Leda Harlan, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2000 at Evergreen-Washelli Chapel, and Celebration of her life at 3 p.m. Thurs., November 16 at Lake Burien Presbyterian Church, 15003 14th S.W., Burien, WA. 98166.
Memorials to Lake Burien Presbyterian Women's Guild, or American Diabetes Assn. (Obit dated 11/09/2000.)
Howard Gilbert FINNEY
Born June 22, 1911, in Harrison, Idaho; died November 5, 2000, in Seattle.
Survived by his son, Martin Finney; and daughter, Kathryn Thomas, and her husband, Gordon.
Also survived by his grandchildren, Will, Joe, and Olivia Finney, and Daniel Sundby.
preceded in death by his wife Georgette, in March, 2000.
Howard was raised in Seattle and graduated from Roosevelt High School.
He became self employed as a candy maker broker, representing company's such as the Peter Paul Company.
He also enjoyed bird watching as an amateur. Vigil Service will be Wednesday, November 8th, at 7:30 pm and the Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, November 9th, at 10 am, BOTH at Christ the King Church.
Hoffner Fisher & Harvey Remembrances may be made to the Christ the King School Fund, 415 North 117th Street, Seattle, 98133. (Obit is from 11/07/2000 to 11/08/2000.)
