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WILLIAM T. VAN BROCKLIN
William T. Van Brocklin, 72, of Stanwood, born Sept. 3, 1930, to William T. Van Brocklin, Sr. and Evangeline Peterson Van Brocklin in Leavenworth, WA. Bill grew up in Leavenworth and graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1948. He went on to Western Washington College, graduating with a teaching degree in 1952. Bill was united in marriage to Lorraine Bretvick March 23, 1952. He started his career in education in 1952, teaching in the Burlington School District, and moved to the Stanwood School District in 1953. He taught school until 1955, when he moved to administrative duties as principal in the Stanwood School District until his retirement in 1984.
His life-long interest was sports, whether it was coaching, watching or supporting. Bill was a board member of N.W.I.A.A. for many years. His enjoyment included his family, boating, traveling and teaching classes at the senior center.
Bill is survived by his wife of 50 years, Lorraine of Stanwood; children, Kristi Johnson and Gretchen Alexander and husband Bill; grandchildren, Lars, Karl, Geordy, Jamie, Tyler and Sarah; and eight nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held 2 p.m., Sat., Jan. 11, at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Stanwood.
The family suggests memorials to Stanwood Senior Center or to Northwest Parkinson's Foundation, 1206 - 123rd Ave. SE, Bellevue, WA 98005. Arrangements under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood.
CEDRIC (CED) FRANK VAN STEENWYK (1914-2003)
Cedric Van Steenwyk, 88, was passed away April 18, 2003 peacefully in his home on Camano Island, WA. Cedric was surrounded by his loving family and friends.
He leaves four children, Ned Van Steenwyk of Tegucigalpa, Honduras; Paul Van Steenwyk of Camano Island; Jan Mather of Camano Island; and Ruth Geyer of Bellingham, WA. Cedric and his wife Eleanor moved to Camano Island from Lake Okoboji, Iowa, where Cedric was an active fisherman. Before his retirement, he raised his four children in Sioux Center, Iowa, where he owned Van’s Jewelry for over 35 years. He was active in the community and frequently spoke of his Dutch heritage. During World War II, Ced served in the U.S. Navy. He was honored for developing a system enabling a compass to not be susceptible to magnetic parts of Navy aircraft.
Ced enjoyed time with his family any chance he could. He spoke of "togetherness" every time the family got together. Seven grand-children, Arecka, Joshua, Camille, Jasmine, Marie, Eleanor, and Anna Lucia will miss their caring grandfather. Everyone who knew Ced spoke of his gentle and kind nature. He loved to play pool, was an avid reader, and loved to meet with family and friends. He loved to share his stories with others, and, most of all, was a very attentive listener. His kindness showed with each genuine smile and encouraging thought. Everyone admired his positive nature. He was extremely optimistic and always had something nice to say. The family expressed "a huge thank you" to the Hospice team, nurses, and various caregivers who helped when they were needed. No service will be held, but an informal gathering of friends and family will celebrate Ced’s life 2 p.m. Sat., May 10, at his home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Cedric’s name to Hospice of Snohomish County or another Hospice organization.
EDWARD J. JAKUBIAK
Edward James Jakubiak, 50, passed into the next life unexpectedly of natural causes April 19, 2003, at his home on Camano Island.
Ed was death by his mother, Alice Elizabeth Jakubiak. Edward is survived by his father, Henry J. Jakubiak of Spokane; his son, David, of Milford, CT; and his five brothers and sisters, Ann Lane of McLean, VA, Joe Jakubiak of Omak, WA, Joyce Parks of Vancouver, WA, Peter Jakubiak, of Seattle, and Mary Owens, of Reno, NV; also nieces and nephews, Elizabeth and Katie Lane, Joseph and Daniel Parks, Jason and Jessica Jakubiak, and Ryan and Ashley Owens.
Edward was a kind and devoted father to his son David. He took immense joy and pride in all that he did with his son. Ed lived his life with a strength and resolve that is an inspiration and example to us all. We thank God for the time given to us with him on this earth. A memorial service will be held Fri., May 2, 11 a.m., at Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood.
GLENN E. TURK
Glenn E. Turk, 74, a life-long resident of the Silvana/Stanwood area, born April 8, 1929, son of Minnie and Clifford Turk. Glenn graduated from Arlington High School in 1929. He was well known in the community for his humor and practical jokes.
Glenn took over his parents’ dairy farm in Stanwood, where he raised his family. He was a familiar face at community events such as the Stanwood-Camano Fair, where he enjoyed volunteering. Glenn worked for the Stanwood School District for 26 years, giving many years of service before retiring to his farm.
Glenn is survived by his wife, Sally of 43 years; his daughters, Marie and Tom Gray, Colleen Turk and Gail Turk and Glen Grandea, Patty and Jeff Dow; his grandchildren, Brittany, Kaitlyn, Riley, Clarissa, and Andy; brother, Dwane and Marge Turk; and sister, Ethel and John Mjoen; as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.
Glenn was preceded in Cemetery, Arlington, WA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Glenn Turk Agriculture/Vocational Scholarship Fund, through the Stanwood-Camano Area Foundation, P.O. Box 1209, Stanwood, WA 98292. Arrangements under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood.
CLARENCE A. SPRAGUE
May 15, 1904 - April 18, 2003
Clarence A. Sprague, Age 98, of Stanwood was taken home to be with his Lord on April 18 at Warm Beach Nursing Home. He was died in 1984. In 1987 his marriage to Alice Lewis resulted in a 15 year marriage, and she preceded him in death in 2000. Survivors include his daughter Beverly Clement and her husband Phil of Shoreline, his daughter-in-law Patty Sprague of Bellevue,
and his stepdaughter Shirley Lewis of Kent- five grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.
HELEN E. AITKINS
Helen E. (Stine) Aitkins was died April 17, 2003, in Kirkland at the age of 92.
She was preceded in passed away peacefully from an aggressive brain tumor April 18. He was surrounded by his family and friends.
He was passed away April 15, 2003, at Warm Beach Senior Community. Merlin was married Edith Neese in June 1936, in Seattle. He dairy farmed in Yakima County, where he was president of the Farm Bureau, active in the Dairy Association, and served as a school board member. Later, he farmed in Kittitas County.
He was a member of the Free Methodist church for 76 years, taught Sunday school many years, and served on numerous church committees. He was a case worker for DSHS for 11 years, retiring in 1975 He is survived by four children: David (Carol) Belcher of Everett, Becky (Don) Bilderback of Ithaca, NY, Ben (Judy) Belcher of Bremerton, and Jon (Tana) Belcher of Marysville; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ralph Belcher of Yakima, Merton Belcher of Spokane; and one sister, Gerry Gudgeon of Stanwood. He was preceded in went to be with the Lord April 12, 2003. He was passed away April 7, 2003, a victim of heart complications. Len worked at Pay & Save Drugs and Marketime, which later became Fred Meyers, and was a member of and business agent with U. F.C.W. Locals 330 and 1001. Len is survived by his wife, Marjorie; brother, Kenneth Mansholt of Indiana; sisters, Norma Christianson of Portland, OR, Lucille Blide of Kansas and Berniece Eberly of Kansas; and many nieces and nephews. His friendliness and optimistic outlook on life were a pleasure to witness. At his request, there will be no service. Donations may be made to Group Health Foundation, P.O. Box 34936 Seattle, WA 98124, Reed College (Library Fund), 3203 SE Woodstock Blvd. Portland, Or 97202 or a charity of your choice. Arrangements under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood.
CARL R. WILSON
Carl Raymond Wilson, 65, of Camano Island, born Aug. 19, 1937, in Lewistown, PA to Willis and Ruth Wilson. On Nov. 21, 1959, in Port Allegany, PA, he born in Stanwood Jan. 19, 1924, who passed away at her home on Sat., April 5, 2003 surrounded by her loving family. She was death by her husbands, Leo Johns and Howard Aalbu. The family suggests memorials be made to the Audubon Society or Hospice of Snohomish County.
Graveside services will be held Wed., April 9, 2003 at 1 p.m. in the I.O.O.F. section of the Sedro-Woolley Union born Oct. 4, 1915. Johanna death by her husband Conrad Ramsey on May 5, 1983; son Leroy "Bud" Ramsey in 1998 and daughter Evelyn Barth in 1999. She is survived by her grandsons Harrison Barth, Thomas and Marietta Barth, James Barth and Steven and Deborah Barth; she is also survived by nine great-grandchildren: Dee Anna, Brian, Jeffrey, Courtney, Christopher, Chelsea, Emily, Megan, and Tommy. She also leaves two nieces Betty and Carl Hogan, Peggy Dunsmore and one nephew Raymond Ramsey from Puyallup. Johanna had many friends, we would need a whole page to list them all. Services were held at Freeborn Lutheran Church April 4, 2003. Burial will be in Freeborn Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers or cards the family asks that contributions be made in her name to the Central Lutheran Church, 2702 Rockefeller Ave. Everett, WA 98201. Arrangements are under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood, WA.
