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Beauchamp "Champ" NELSON
Age 90, born in Ray, North Dakota. passed away June 1, 2001.
preceded in death by eight of his siblings.
Survived by brother Orwin Nelson of Arizona, and sister, Ona Keesling, and many nieces and nephews.
Private services at a later date. (Obit dated 06/08/2001.)
Lyle E. NORD
Born 2/18/34, passed away 6/3/01. Son of Vivian and Orin Root, passed away at his home in Blaine, WA. Survived by his parents of Bothell, sister Linda Campbell of Vancouver, WA., four children, Michael Nord of Seattle, Terry Nord of Bakerfield, Ca., Cheryl Donovan of Everett, Vicki Kellor of Lancaster, CA., six stepchildren of Blaine, WA., 12 grandchildren, four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Alene, brother Arnie Nord, sister Betty Lou Nord. Lyle was born in Mitchell, S.D., moved to Bothell area in 1942, resided their until 1970, until he moved to Blaine, WA. Retired after 25 years of service from Entalco Aluminum Co. in Ferndale, WA. No services at his request. He will be laid to rest by his wife in Blaine, WA. Remembrances to Diabetes, Cancer or your choice. (Obit dated 06/08/2001.)
P.V. (Vince) O'LEARY
Born in Seattle, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 7, 2001 after a long, painful and difficult battle with cancer. Vince attended O'Dea High School. During World War II he was a member of the U.S. Navy Seabee Construction Division involved with runway projects in the Allutian Islands and the Pacific Theatre. After the war Vince started as a truck driver for Mutual Materials of Seattle. He later advanced to a trucking executive in the Washington & Oregon areas - relocating his family to the Portland area in 1971 to assist with developing that regional office for the Los Angeles Seattle Auto Freight Company (LASME), remaining in that industry until his retirement. His faith, family, sports and winters in Arizona were the highlights of his life. Having played semi-professional baseball in the Seattle area, he remained an avid follower of the Mariners until four days before his death. Vince was preceeded in death by his parents and older brothers Frank, Joseph and Barney. He will be missed and lovingly remembered by his wife of 53 years; his son Tim, daughter Sheila; sisters, Celia Hoy, Genny Meucci, Delores Girouard and brothers Al and M.J. (Mike); grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday June 12 at St. John's Catholic Church 10955 S.E. 25th Ave., Milwaukee, OR.
Audrey Marion OPSATA
Born March 9, 1931 passed away May 18, 2001 in Mesa, Arizona at the age of 70.
Audrey graduated from Ballard High School, class of 1948 and Central Washington College class of 1952.
She worked as a teacher for many years for grades elementary through high school.
Audrey is survived by her husband of 44 years, Ramon, 2 sons, Ed and Ken, 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held for Audrey June 9th at 2:00 p.m. at the Nile Country Club, Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Obit dated 06/05/2001.)
Harriet Sue ORVIS
Harriet Sue Orvis, daughter of DeWitt Swift Orvis and Lillian Thompson Orvis, was born January 6, 1908 in Seattle, WA. She died May 29, 2001 at Des Moines, WA. at the age of 93. Upon graduation from Washington State University Miss Orvis was employed by the Ruth School of Burien, WA, serving as Superintendent for several years. In 1943 she began her career as an Army officer rising to the rank of Major. She retired in 1963. She and her great friend, Margaret Wise, who preceded her in death, enjoyed traveling, family and their many friends. Harriet's continual optimism, wit and love of family will be lasting memories for those who knew and loved her. She is survived by her nephew Edward Wright, nieces Peggy Johnson, Jackie West, Coralee Wright, Julia Joaquin and numerous great and grand nieces and nephews. Services will be held Tuesday, June 5, 2001, 2:30 p.m. at Judson Park Retirement Center, Des Moines, WA. (Obit dated 06/03/2001.)
Mel OSERAN
Mel combined the best qualities of intelligence, hard work and sensitivity in the practice of law and in his life as a whole. His intelligence was demonstrated early when he graduated from Garfield High School in 1935 as the valedictorian of his class, even though, because of skipping grades, he was much younger than his classmates. He entered the University of Washington at the age of 15 and, in 1939, Mel received his Bachelor's Degree, Magna Cum Laude and was admitted as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Mel was also a Jewish scholar, studying the Talmud, on a daily basis, until his second year in law school. Following graduation from the University of Washington Law School in 1942, he attended special classes for the U.S. Army and, while doing so, taught business law and labor law classes at the request of the University of Washington Business Department. His hard work was evident not only in his scholastic achievements, but also, while in the U.S. Army, serving in the South Pacific. Part of that time in the Army, he was stationed at the headquarters of General Douglas MacArthur during World War II. He achieved the rank of Captain. Mel practiced law in the Seattle area for almost 50 years. His reputation as a lawyer was unsurpassed. He was well respected not only by his partners and clients, but also by attorneys who opposed him and by judges who heard his cases. Mel's initial area of expertise was in workers' compensation, representing workers in their efforts to obtain compensation for work-related injuries. His workers' compensation practice was primarily with the law firm of Walthew, Oseran, Warner & Keefe (1950-1957) followed by a more general practice with Robbins, Oseran & Robbins (1957-1968). Along with his long-time partner, Jerry Hahn, he formed the law firm of Oseran & Hahn in Kent in 1968, for the general practice of law, located at Heath Tecna Corporation, which firm moved to Bellevue in 1971 as Oseran, Hahn & Kelley and currently operates, under the name of Oseran Hahn Spring & Watts, P.S. In his practice, Mel used his superior intellect, but also believed strongly in finding ways to solve problems, the timely handling of clients' legal matters, prompt, thorough communications with clients, and meticulous and grammatically correct presentations, whether in letters or in court pleadings. Mel treated his clients with the utmost respect. He realized that any matter a client had with a lawyer was important to that client, even if, to a third party, a particular might seem trivial. Mel's sensitivity was evidenced by his deep involvement in many community projects. He was president of The Anti-defamation League (Northwest Branch); the B'nai B'rith, Seattle Lodge; the B'nai B'rith Jewish Cultural Foundation; Seattle Jewish Federation; the Hillel Organization at the University of Washington; Jewish Family Services and Temple de Hirsch Sinai. He was a member of the board of directors of many organizations including the Seattle Urban League, the University of Washington Law School Foundation, Jewish Day School, and the Kline Galland Home. Mel was extremely active in fighting discriminatory practices. While serving with the ADL, he participated in obtaining from the State Legislature passage of a law ("The Washington State Public Accommodations Act") prohibiting discrimination in all public accommodations. The most important aspect of his life was his family. Mel was devoted to his wife Sylvia Shafer Oseran, to whom he was married
almost 49 years. He was also devoted to his daughter, Laura Miller (Brad) and his son, Joel Oseran (Gail). He was fascinated with his six grand children, Michael, Cora and Sam Miller and Zachary, Jarrett and Lindsay Oseran. Mel is also survived by his sister, Shirley Harris (Ben), sisters-in-law Elise Topp and Harriet Katz and numerous nieces, nephews and cou sins. Private family services are being held. Remembrances can be sent to The Caroline Kline Galland Home. (Obit dated 06/08/2001.)
Mary McElroy OSTOLAZA
January 31, 1904 to May 8, 2001
Mary was born in St. Louis, MO. to John J. McElroy and Genevieve King McElroy. She was predeceased by her husband, Bernabe Santos Ostolaza, sons, Fidel John Ostolaza and B.G. Ostolaza, M.D. of Edmonds. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Martin F. Ostolaza, M.D. and Patricia Ostolaza of Mukilteo, and daughter-in-law Joan Ostolaza of Edmonds. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held in St. John's Mission Church, Mukilteo on Monday, June 11, 2001 at 1 p.m. No flowers, please. Donations to Seattle University or your favorite charity.
Michael Stephen PANTELEAKOS
Born on November 29, 1937 in Mani, Greece to Stravros and Garifalia Rizeakos Panteleakos. Michael left this world on Sunday, June 3, 2001. Beloved husband of Diane Parr. Father of Alexis, Stevie, Sia and Maria. Brother of John (Sharon), Patricia, Dino and Toni (James) Makaris. Son-in-law of Norman and Frances Parr. Uncle to Michael P. and Kevin Panteleakos, Steve, Robin and Chris Reny, and Niko Makaris. Michael immigrated to America in 1947 with his mother and brother John. They settled in Saco, Maine. His father and sister joined them two years later. Michael graduated from Thornton Academy in Saco, Maine. He graduated from Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. He was an outstanding fullback on the football teams for both schools. While at Bowdoin he completed the ROTC program. He was commissioned an officer in the U.S. Army and served as a captain in Transportation Division in France and Germany. He was a member of the order of AHEPA. Michael was an active member of Saint Demetrios Church. He served as Parish Council Member for six years where he met his wife Diane Parr in 1984. Michael and Diane were married
on November 9, 1985. Michael loved Diane and their children Alexis and Stevie and cherished their family moments together. Michael worked for UNUM Insurance Company for 15 years in Portland, Maine, San Francisco, and Seattle offices. Michael opened his own brokerage business, Professional Benefit Consultants, in 1982 and served as its president until his death. Michael loved his family and the time he spent with them. He especially loved his summers in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. He was a loving husband, father, son, uncle and friend. He will be missed by all. Services will be held at Saint Demetrios Church on Friday, June 8, 2001 at 11 a.m. Remembrances can be made to Saint Demetrios Church Youth Scholarship Fund, 2100 Boyer Ave., Seattle, WA. 98112, Hellenes of the Northwest c/o John T. John, 1420 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA. 98101 and Bowdoin College, 4100 College Station, New Brunswick, ME. 04011. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 6th and Thursday, June 7th at Bonney-Watson, Capitol Hill. (Obit is from 06/06/2001 to 06/07/2001.)
Captain David R. PATTERSON
Born April 26, 1925 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Passed peacefully in his sleep on June 02, 2001 after a 20 year battle with ALS and with confirmation from his family that Oakland trailed 14 games behind The Mariners. David was of Canadian Indian (Blackfoot) and Norwegian heritage and was an honored member of the Master Mates and Pilots Union for 57 years. David signed on with the Merchant Marines at 16 years of age and sailed for 44 years retiring as Captain from Sea-Land in August 1984. He was preceded in death by his son, David Jr. He is survived by his loving wife Gene, children Ronald, Gary, Donald Beckwith (Liane), Kelly Beckwith Verduin (Wendall) and sister Ruth Brazier, 9 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and 15 nieces and nephews. David so loved the ocean and requested his ash es be scattered at sea. No service will be held. Donations in David's memory can be made to the Seattle Milk Fund, 1130 N. Northgate Way, Seattle, WA. 98133. (Obit dated 06/08/2001.)
Velma L. PETERS
Age 71, born March 20, 1930 in Seattle, Washington.
passed away May 29, 2001 in Lynnwood, WA.
Survived by her son Van (Julie) Hendricks; daughter Cheri (Rick) Bowden; sisters Audrey Hendricks and Lorna Ahlberg; grandchildren Jonathan and Lindsay Hendricks, Andrea McIntosh and Robyn Bowden, and great grandson Tyler McIntosh. A special thanks to Evergreen Hospice and the staff at Manor Care, Lynnwood.
In lieu of flowers donations to Evergreen Hospice.
Inurnment at Washelli cemetery.
No services at her request. (Obit dated 06/03/2001.)
Anthony PETRULIS
Anthony PETRULIS, 87. Memorial Mass, Today, 6 p.m. at St. John Parish, 121 N. 80th.
Bleitz Funeral Home (206) 282-5220. (Obit dated 06/07/2001.)
