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Bernard DICKSON
November 22, 1911 - November 1, 2001
Native son of Tacoma and patriarch of the Pacific Northwest Dickson family, Bernie's great heart stopped beating just shy of his 90th birthday on Thursday, November 1 at 5:39 p.m. at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tacoma. Born November 22, 1911 to Frank and Ethel Dickson, Bernie lived in Tacoma until the family moved to the wilds of Montana for several years to run a cattle ranch. Returning to Tacoma, he graduated from Lincoln High School in 1929 and went on to the University of Washington in Seattle, dividing his summers between fishing and logging in Alaska and coaching swimming at the YMCA for next semester's tuition. It was around this time he met the love of his life, Violet Louise Johnson, also of Tacoma, and they were married
on June 11, 1938. Joining the U.S. Navy at the outbreak of World War II, he went to work teaching naval recruits how to swim. Following the war he crisscrossed the country seeking re-enlistments, and was later transferred to St. John's, Newfoundland where he served in the mid-1950s as Commander of Naval Resupply Operations for U.S. bases in the Arctic. Bernie was then assigned to the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. where he served until retiring from the Navy as Commander in 1963. Moving the family to California, Bernie spent the next seven years at the Rand Corporation in Santa Monica, where he officially retired in 1970. He and Louise returned to the Northwest and Gig Harbor in 1989. Bernie's attributes and talents were many - devoted husband and father; a love of swimming and sports; a remarkable memory and broad knowledge of history and events that made every conversation engaging; a wonderful host and legendary bartender; a gracious, unassuming combination of wit, warmth and wisdom that made everyone feel at ease. But perhaps the singlemost defining attribute of Bernie's character was his passion for music in general and of opera in particular. This world is a poorer place with his passing and he will be dearly missed. Bernie was preceded in death by his brothers Edgar and Gregory and his sister Geraldine. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Louise; his four proud sons Alan, Patrick, Ron and Gordon; grandchildren Sean, Erika, Shona, Kevin, Andrew, Nicole, and Mary; and great-grandchildren Ian and Nicole. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 23 at the Pagoda Room in Point Defiance Park, 5400 N. Pearl, Tacoma, WA. (253-759-6087) In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in Bernard Dickson's name to the Tacoma Opera Association Student Understudy Fund, c/o Rod Gideons, 705 S. 9th St., Suite 303, Tacoma, WA. 98405. (Obit dated 11/11/2001.)
Joan O'Keefe DIVYAK
Realtor, G.R.I., age 83. Born in New Plymouth, ID. Daughter of J.B. O'Keefe and Lois Tyler. Beloved wife of Daniel (deceased) for 59 years; mother of Ronald (deceased) and Michael of Santa Barbara, CA; grandmother of Terry; great grandmother of Megan and Amanda; sister of Marie Canavan, Florence Jones (deceased) and Jack O'Keefe. Graduated from Franklin High School in 1936 and attended Seattle University and the University of Washington. Joan was active in the real estate business for many years. She was past president of the Washington State Women's Council of Realtors, Sales Associate of the Year Washington Association of Realtors in 1968, Salesman of the Year Seattle-King County Board of Realtors in 1969. She was also a member of ARK Assembly of Rainbow Girls where she was Worthy Advisor and recipient of the Grand Cross of Colors. She was also a member of Neisika Chapter No. 54, O.E.S. and White Shrine of Jerusalem. Memorial Service 1 p.m. today, Monday, November 12, 2001, at Columbia-Lakewood Community Church, 5005 - So. Ferdinand St., Seattle, WA. Memorials may be made to your favorite charity. Michael's address: P.O. Box 2238, Santa Barbara, CA. 93105; Phone (805) 682-2003. Arrangements by Columbia Funeral Home. (Obit dated 11/12/2001.)
Delbert B. DIXON
Delbert B. DIXON, 84, passed away November 10, 2001. Delbert was born to Vern and Grace Dixon on July 31, 1917 in Omak, Washington. Delbert served in the U.S. Coast Guard during WWII in and around Alaska. He retired after twenty years of service as Chief Electronic Technician, and continued to serve an additional 16 years in the civil service for the Coast Guard stationed in Seattle. Delbert was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Robert L. Dixon, and is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy of 59 years; daughter, Delores (David) Gifford; three sons, David (Zelda), Dennis (Rene), Donald (Marian); granddaughter, Tricia (Matthew) McCulloch; three grandsons, Erin Lowery, Trevor and James Dixon; brother, Joseph Dixon, and sister, Kathryn Kibbe. Memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, November 16, 2001 at Ravenna Blvd. Presbyterian Church, 564 N.E. Ravenna Blvd., Seattle, WA. 98115. Burial was done prior in the Washelli cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Ravenna Blvd Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home, Seattle (Obit dated 11/13/2001.)
Joseph L. DIZARD
Joseph L. DIZARD, 76, died November 9, 2001. Life-long Ballard resident.
Beloved father of Joseph (Veronica) Dizard, Jr., Michael (Patricia) Dizard, and Eric (Lisa) Dizard; grandfather of Joseph III, Angie, Terrance, Amanda, Michelle, James, Janna, and Heidy; great-grandfather of five.
Also survived by numerous other relatives and friends. Member of Teamster Local #117, Truck drivers.
One-time Scout leader of Troop #104.
Viewing, Tuesday (11/13) 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Wednesday (11/14) 9 a.m. to service.
Funeral Service, 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 14, 2001 all at WIGGEN & SONS FUNERAL HOME 2003 NW 57th St., Seattle Burial Mt. Pleasant cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers remembrances suggested to Children's Hos pital. (Obit dated 11/11/2001.)
Tony DOMINICK
passed away at home on Saturday, November 10th at the age of 86.
Born January 9, 1915 in Maple Valley, WA.
preceded in death by wife Adeline. Survived by his daughter Suzzy, son Donnie, and grandchildren Angela, Antony, Carolie and Jenna.
Services Bleitz Funeral Home, Sat., November 17 at 11 a.m. (Obit dated 11/14/2001.)
Phan Lac Giang DONG
Born December 16, 1940 in North Vietnam.
passed away November 8, 2001 in Shoreline, Washington.
Viewing will be held on Monday, November 12 from 3-8 p.m. Tuesday, November 13 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Evergreen-Washelli Funeral Home, 11111 Aurora Ave N., Seattle. (Obit dated 11/10/2001.)
Sister Esther DUFAULT
Sister Esther Dufault, age 84, died November 8, 2001, at St. Joseph Residence in Seattle, Washington.
She had been a Sister of Providence for 63 years.
Esther was born on February 1, 1917 in Yakima, Washington, on of five children of Peter Noel and Dulcina (Beaulaurier) Dufault.
In 1938, Esther entered the novitiate of the Sisters of Providence in Seattle.
In 1939, she made her first profession of vows and received Sister Marcella Ann as her name in religion.
She made final vows in 1942.
Sister Esther graduated from the University of Great Falls with a B.A. in Education in 1944.
She had a long career in the education field.
Her assignments included: Sacred Heart School, Tacoma; St. Patrick School, Walla Walla; St. Joseph Academy and School, Yakima; Holy Family School, Seattle; Providence Academy, Vancouver; St. Finbar School, Burbank, CA.; St. Michael School, Olympia; Holy Rosary School, Sun Valley, CA.; Providence Child Center, Portland.
She served in Pastoral Care at Providence Yakima Medical Center.
She retired to St. Joseph Residence in West Seattle in 1987.
As a teacher and pastoral care minister.
Sister Esther had a deeply-felt commitment to the youngest and oldest in our society.
She loved every place where she ministered.
She enjoyed her retirement years at St. Joseph Residence with visiting the sisters, praying, listening to books on tapes, watching baseball on television and walking outside.
She enjoyed the frequent visit and phone calls from her loving family members.
Sister Esther is survived by her sister and four brothers: Annette Sorenson of Prosser, WA., Leon Dufault of Prosser, Conrad Dufault of Prosser, Marcel Dufault of Moxee, WA, and Emile Dufault of San Carlos, CA.
The Vigil Service will be held on November 12, 2001, at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Residence and the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on November 13, 2001 at 9 a.m. at Mount St. Vincent, West Seattle.
Arrangements by Bonney-Watson Funeral Home, Seattle. (Obit dated 11/11/2001.)
Sister Esther DUFAULT
Sister Esther Dufault, age 84, died November 8, 2001, at St. Joseph Residence in Seattle, Washington. She had been a Sister of Providence for 63 years. The Vigil Service will be held on November 12, 2001, at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Residence and the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on November 13, 2001 at 9 a.m. at Mount St. Vincent, West Seattle. Arrangements by Bonney-Watson Funeral Home, Seattle. (Obit dated 11/12/2001.)
Shirley Maxine ELLINGSEN
1919 - 2001
A wonderful woman passed away on Nov. 6th 2001. She leaves behind her husband Robert, three sons, Ken (Sandi), James (Beth), Ron (Toby), and daughter Bobbie (Don). Another daughter Patricia passed away in 1992. Also stepchildren Robert Jr. and Anne Marie. There are numerous grandchildren and great-grand children. In addition, Maxine left sisters Roberta and Opal and brother Bill. Earlier she had been active in the Ballard Emblem Club, and was their President for one year. She later transferred to the Lynnwood Emblem Club. She enjoyed her monthly lunch bunch with the ladies, they were a joy. She really got pumped up visiting Elio and his Italian Spaghetti House, it was always a joyous occasion. No services were held. Remembrances may be made to Shoreline Fire Dept. and Rescue Unit. Max, we miss you Darling, and Love you very, very much. Arrangements by Wiggen & Sons Funeral Home. (Obit dated 11/12/2001.)
Patricia R. EMERY
Patricia Rose (Sidebotham) Emery, beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend, died November 10, 2001. Trish was the first-born child to Mr. and Mrs. James Sidebotham on May 29, 1929, in Seattle, Washington. She was raised in Seattle and met her husband Cecil Emery, Jr., right before he was to be shipped out to serve in World War II. After a whirlwind courtship and wedding, Cecil left for duty. While he was away, Trish gave birth to their first child, Jim. After his return, Cecil honeymooned with his wife and son at a place affectionately named "the cottage." Cecil and Trish picked up their romance right where they left off and produced four more children (John, Kathleen, Linda and Tom) while living in Seattle. When their youngest son was just a toddler, they sold everything and took a trip around the world, settling and working in Australia for a time before returning home. Their adventure was chronicled in the Seattle Times and provided much amusement for the family. Trish and Cecil continued their travels throughout the upbringing of their children and beyond, making homes here in the United States and abroad, including Brazil and Iran. Both loved life and lived it to the fullest, in stilling energy in all around them. Cecil preceded Trish in death in 1998, and was waiting for her with open arms. Also proceeding her in death where her children Kathleen Louis in 1948 and Cecil James in 1994. Trish is survived by her children, John and Sandie Emery of Branch ville, South Carolina, daughter-in-law Karen Emery of Lynnwood, Washington, Linda and Joe Schnarr of Livermore, California, and Tom Emery and Janet Shing of Salinas, California. Trish is also survived by her sisters Gladys Addington and Billie Fenton. Cecil and Trish were blessed with six grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren, many wonderful cousins, nieces, nephews and good friends. A celebration of life will be held at the River of Life Fellow ship in Kent, Washington on Saturday, November 17, 2001, at 3:30 p.m. A short reception will follow. Remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society or World Vision International. (Obit dated 11/14/2001.)
