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Geneva HEMRY
6-24-1907 9-28-2001
Born in Frederick, OK. The last of seven children born to James Aldren Hemry and Minnie Hyder of Polo, MN. Graduate of Seattle Pacific University. Retired teacher. Long-term member of University Presbyterian Church. Survivors include niece Kay Gudgel (Doyal), numerous grandnieces and grandnephews. Memorial at The Hearthstone, 6720 - E. Green Lake Drive N., Seattle at 2 p.m., Wed., Oct. 3. Burial Acacia Memorial Park. (Obit dated 10/01/2001.)
Maryrita HILLARD
Maryrita HILLARD, 81, 7/15/20 to 9/20/01. Wife of the late Edward Hillard, Daughter of John & Nellie Mackey. Survived by her six children Edward, Susan, Barbara, April, David and Marybeth, her 10 grandchildren, and sister Virginia Ircink of Spokane. A Chicago native, she lived mostly in South Seattle since 1954. A giving person, she donated much time and energy to her church and several charities. A Memorial Service will be at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Seahurst, WA., October 5, 2001 at 3 p.m., Reception following. Donations to Muscular Distrophy Association, 701 - Dexter Ave. N. Seattle, WA. 98109 (Obit dated 09/30/2001.)
Alice U. HOLLY
Born October 22, 1911 in Tinta, Minnesota; died September 29, 2001 in Tacoma. Widow of Chester R. Holly. Survived by her sons, Robert (Earlene) Holly of Bellevue and Chester (Jeanne) Holly of Chatsworth, CA; daughters, Patricia (William) Bowerman of Mukilteo, WA and Lorie (Robert) Green of University Place, WA. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Holly was very devoted to her family and to her church and spent many years as a volunteer at St. John's Parish. Vigil Service will be Thursday, October 4th, at 7 p.m. and the Funeral Mass will be Friday, October 5th, at 10:30 a.m., BOTH at St. John's Church. Interment, Holyrood cemetery. Hoffner Fisher & Harvey Remembrances may be made to The Maryknoll Fathers, 958 16th Ave. E., Seattle, WA. 98112. (Obit dated 10/03/2001.)
John Edwin HOLMES, Jr.
Born January 25, 1945, passed away September 25, 2001 in Shoreline, WA. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Chun-Yu (Luby) Holmes of Shoreline, WA., two daughters Sharon Holmes of Pasadena, CA. and Vicki (Brett) Rogers of Bellevue, WA. Mother Doris E. Holmes of Kelso, WA., one sister Melody Kay and one grandson Charles Rogers of Bellevue, WA. He retired from the Air Force and was a Correction Officer for Pierce County. He was a member of the Washington Referee Association for Basketball. He loved stamp collecting, computer & electronics and horse racing. Services will be held Friday, October 5, 2001 at 11 a.m. at the Tahoma National cemetery in Kent, WA. BLEITZ FUNERAL HOME 316 Florentia St., Seattle, WA. 98109 (Obit dated 09/30/2001.)
Florence May "Flo" HOLZER
West Seattle resident Florence "Flo" Holzer, a loving mother, grandmother and wife, passed away peacefully September 25, 2001. She is survived by her husband August "Gus", two sons Gary and Ronald, and three grandsons. Florence was born in Vancouver, B.C. on May 9th, 1918 the second of 7 daughters. After moving to Seattle as an infant, Flo spent the remainder of her life with her husband in Seattle raising two sons and caring for her parents. As an active participant in life, she enjoyed travel, the company of friends and family, singing, dancing, and played an important role in the Highland Park Community Club. Another of her great joys were arts and crafts, creating countless pieces of art that are still enjoyed by many. She almost always had something fresh out of the ceramic kiln ready to give unsuspecting visitors. With her best friend and husband, Gus, the two often traveled, visiting their many friends and family along the West Coast and spending time at their weekend home on Whidbey Island. When not traveling, their homes were always open to guests welcoming all with her gracious heart. Flo and Gus had recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary among family and friends. With the legacy of a loving nature, patience, and fun-loving attitude, Florence will be sorely missed by all who knew her. She will be remembered at a Memorial Service on October 10th at 2 p.m., at Evergreen-Washelli, 11111 Aurora Ave. N., Seattle. (Obit dated 10/03/2001.)
Melvin L. HOSKINS
Melvin Hoskins passed away September 25, 2001 at the age of 80 after a long battle with cancer. He was born September 28, 1920 in Redmond, WA. He was a dump truck driver all his life and had his own truck for 38 years. He loved to work in his yard and would get it beautiful, then pack up his lovely wife Mae and move to another place to start over again. He was known for his outgoing personality and always willing to give a helping hand to others. He took great pride in his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Mae, of 60 years, son Ron Hoskins and Sally of Spokane, daughter Linda Donnelly and husband Steve of Kenai, Alaska. He has five grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Granddaughter Kim and husband Joe and daughter Jerica Mae; granddaughters Robin and Katie Hoskins and their mother Lorae. Grandsons Daniel Christianson, John Christianson and wife Jenny and their children Megan and Corbin. Step-grandchildren Cheryl, Heath, and Sharee Donnelly. Also many loving nieces and nephews. He will be missed by all who knew him. There will be no services at his request. Please stop by the family home and visit and sign a book in his honor. Please no flowers. Remembrances may be made to Evergreen Hospice, Kirkland. (Obit dated 09/28/2001.)
Lee H. HOWARD
Age 89, died September 12, 2001. Long time Boeing Manager. Predeceased by his wife Jacqueline, son David and daughter Susan. Survived by daughters, Harriet Newton, Barbara Hull, and Sally Howard. No services at his request. Memorials may be sent to Masonic Home Endowment Fund, 47 St. Helens Ave., Tacoma, WA. 98402. Arrangements Bleitz Funeral Home. (Obit dated 09/30/2001.)
David Jay HURD
IN LOVING MEMORY Of our Dad, David Jay Hurd who passed away peacefully on September 20, 2001 at 11:20 a.m. after courageously fighting a battle with cancer. He was born on September 24, 1943 in Ballard, Washington. He graduated from Ballard High School in 1962 and went on to own and operate the Ballard Pizza Pete. With the time he spent in the Ballard area he formed many deep and lasting friendships that endured to the end of his life. Over the years his passion for people led him into the many different sale positions and that took him from Ballard to all over the Northwest. His other passions for life included golfing, snow skiing, water skiing, and being with family and friends. Our Dad will be surely missed! The family would like to express our deepest thanks to his fiancee Rachel Mirghavamedin for all the love and support she gave him through his battle with cancer. Survived by: Mother Grace Hurd; Sister Sandy Borgman, Brother Doug Hurd; children, Heidi Semanskee, Randy Hurd, DJ Hurd, Dan Woodside, Diana Woodside; and seven grandchildren. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, September 29, 2 p.m. at Mountain View Community Church, 12033 Seattle Hill Rd., Snohomish, WA. 98296. (Obit dated 09/28/2001.)
Carolyn J. JENSEN
Born July 25, 1910 in Baltimore, MD. Died October 1, 2001. Carolyn married
Dr. Carl D.F. Jen sen on May 2, 1938 for 57 years and had five children, Carl D.F. Jensen, Jr., Landon J. Wagon er, Janney C. Jensen, Richard M.J. Jensen, and Marguerita B. Jensen. She is survived by all children, 10 grandchildren and five great grand children. She was a member of the Sunset Club, Seattle Yacht Club, and Seattle Golf Club. The memorial service arrangements are currently pending. Memorial contributions may be made to Bishop Research Fund, Box 356485, University of Washington, Seattle, WA. 98195.
Randi JOHNSEN
Born August 11, 1907 in Bergen, Norway and died September 27, 2001 in Bellevue, WA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sigurd Johnsen and granddaughter Margo Johnsen. She is survived by her son Jan Johnsen and his wife Cheryl of Bellevue, WA.; grandson Mark Johnsen and his wife Tracy; and great-granddaughter Megan. A private service has been held. Memorials may be sent to Margo Johnsen Endowed Fund for Bone Tumor Research, Children's Hospital Foundation, PO Box 5371, Mail Stop CL04, Seattle, WA. 98005. (Obit dated 10/02/2001.)
Florence L. JOHNSON
Age 96. Born May 16, 1905 in St. Joseph, MO. and passed away October 1, 2001 in Kirkland, WA. Her son Don Johnson; daughter Marylyn (husband John) Stave; three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchhildren survive her. Viewing is Wednesday, October 3, 2001 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Bothell Funeral Home, 18224 - 103rd Ave. N.E., Bothell, WA. 98011. The Graveside Service will begin at 1 p.m. Thursday, October 4, 2001 at Cedar Lawn cemetery, 7200 - 180th N.E., Redmond, WA. 98052. Memorials preferred to Medic One. Arrangements by Bothell Funeral Home (Obit dated 10/02/2001.)
Morse K. JOHNSON
March 29, 1930 - September 28, 2001
A family gathering has remembered the life of this kind and gentle brother, uncle, cousin and friend. Mo was a graduate of the University of Washington, a member of the Delta Upsilon fraternity, an active sailor and sports enthusiast. He served with the U.S. Army in Korea, 1951-52. He is survived by his brother, Jerry and his wife, Sue, nieces: Laurie Kelly and her husband, David and their children, Alexander, Susannah and Emily; Allison Dumett Downs and her husband, Jeff and their children, Brandy and Louie. Nephews: Evan Johnson and his wife, Shari and their children, Olivia and Emma; Tyler Johnson and his wife, Colleen and their son, Nicholas as well as his cousin, Elizabeth King of Casper, Wyoming. Morse contributed generously to the formation of the new Prostate Cancer Research Institute at the University of Washington with hopes of sparing others from the disease that caused his death. (Obit dated 10/02/2001.)
