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Mayer, Olive Monday, 29 Jan 2007
Federal Way, WA - Olive J. Mayer, age 85, died Jan. 29 in Federal Way.
Olive is survived by her daughters Laurie Mayer (Robert Hunt), Barbara Archer (Ron), Rochelle Mayer (Todd Johnson ); grandchildren Angela Payne, Michael Denny, Tracy Denny, Andrea Williams, Jason Williams, Harrison Archer, Ryan Archer and Jeremy Briggs; 12 great-grandchildren; a half-brother, Anthony; half-sister, Silver; and a few nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Enoch Mayer, in 1966. There will be a celebration of Olive’s life at 3 p.m. Feb. 3 at the Evergreen Lodge, 31002 14th Ave. S., Federal Way. Please sign the guestbook at www.bonneywatson.com.
Jahns, Debbie Bruch Monday, 22 Jan 2007
Federal Way, WA - Debbie Bruch Jahns, age 51, passed away at her home in Federal Way on Jan. 22. She was surrounded by her loving family and went peacefully.
She was born July 21, 1955, in Oklahoma City, Okla., to Alvin and Berneice Bruch.
She married Steve Jahns on Nov. 22, 1980, in Tulsa, Okla., then moved to Washington in 1981.
Federal Way became home for Debbie, where she and Steve raised their two girls. Debbie was a 12-year employee in the Federal Way School District where she was a para-educator, office assistant, computer teacher, techie, and most recently a testing coordinator. She was involved in numerous aspects at Federal Way United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Steve; daughters Christine Jahns and Carol Workman; son-in-law Jess Workman; mother Berneice Bruch; sisters Ginny Staggers and Linda Sheffield; brother-in-law Ron Sheffield; five nephews, four nieces and numerous cousins and friends. A memorial service celebrating Debbie’s life was held Jan. 28 at Federal Way United Methodist Church. Donations on Debbie’s behalf can be made to The American Cancer Society, Cancer Relay for Life and Franciscan Hospice.
Brier, Rosalynd Monday, 15 Jan 2007
Federal Way, WA - Rosalynd Brier died Jan. 15 at Hallmark Manor in Federal Way at age 87.
She was born on April 10, 1919, in DeWitt, Neb. She was a graduate of the University of Colorado School of Nursing. She served in the Army Nurses Corps from 1943 to 1946, participating in the D-Day Invasion, arriving on Omaha Beach on the second day of the invasion.
She will be missed by her nephews Steve, Paul, Steve; nieces, Kathy, Amy and Susan Wingo; sister-in-laws Louee Lightfoot and Pinky Brier; niece-in-law, Marydithe Brier; and numerous great- and great-great-nephews and nieces.
A memorial will take place 5 p.m. Feb. 3 at Kingdom Hall in Federal Way. She will be buried
with her mother, father and sister in Dewitt, Neb. Arrangements entrusted to Yahn and Son Funeral Home.
Sisk, Ray Saturday, 13 Jan 2007
Federal Way, WA - Raymond Harold Sisk died Jan. 13, 2007. born on July 8, 1923, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Ray joined the U.S. Coast Guard at age 17 and fought in World War II. Upon serving his time in the military, Ray spent several years on the East Coast and moved out west to California in 1957. It was there that he met his wife of 42 years, Betty.
He had a successful career in the aerospace industry and retired at age 62. He is survived by his daughter, Brenda, son-in-law Warren, granddaughters Sarah and Samantha, brother Jerry, as well as his dear friend Joan and beloved dog Duke. To learn more about services, call (425) 765-7419.
Wintler, Rebecca Monday, 25 Dec 2006
Federal Way, WA - Rebecca Ann Wintler, a longtime Federal Way resident, died Dec. 25. She was 80.
She was born May 3, 1925 in Portland, Ore. She graduated from Oregon State College (OSU), where she was national president of the Home Economics Society for one year and a member of Alpha Chi Omega.
She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Carl, of Federal Way; sons, Marty, Ben and Casey; and five grandchildren.
A memorial service was held Dec. 31 at Our Saviour's Baptist Church in Federal Way. A graveside service was conducted Jan. 3 at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent.
At the request of the family, memorials may be made to the Our Saviour's Baptist Church.
Wolfe, Kate Monday, 25 Dec 2006
Federal Way, WA - Kate Virginia Wolfe died Dec. 25. She was an eight-year resident of Federal Way.
Survivors include a daughter, Lynne Garnett of Federal Way; a son, William Wolfe of Tacoma; relatives in Baltimore Md.; and grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Washington.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Jan. 8 at Unity Church, 2908 Meridian E. in Edgewood.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Northwest Kidney Foundation.
Ilnitskiy, Aleksandr Sunday, 19 Nov 2006
Federal Way, WA - Aleksandr V. Ilnitskiy of Federal Way died Nov. 19, 2006, at age 17.
He was born Oct. 20, 1989. He is survived by his parents Vitaliy and Tamara Ilnitskiy; siblings Inna, Tanya, Yelena, Sergey, Luda, Vita, Vitality Jr. and Daniel; cousins Lavrentiev, Kolosov and Mulyk families; and a nephew, David. He had many friends, never went back on his word, was a hard worker who never gave up and would stop at nothing to reach his goals, and loved his family and friends. Services were held Friday and a burial was set for Saturday.
Bragg, Richard C. Wednesday, 24 Oct 2007
Federal Way, WA - Richard C. “Rick” Bragg died Oct. 24, 2007, after a battle with cancer, leaving his community mourning the passing of an extraordinary man.
He lived and worked in Federal Way for more than 30 years, developing his reputation for hard work, community commitment and personal and professional integrity. His death leaves a giant space to fill in the life of Federal Way.
Rick was born Aug. 30, 1938, in Oakdale, Neb. He was a prominent member of the organizing committee for Federal Way Family Fest in the early 1990s, and stayed on board as the annual event grew into a citywide celebration and renamed Festival Days a few years ago.
He also joined a few other businessmen to create Federal Way’s hometown Washington State Bank, serving on its board of directors for 10 years. Tony Teabeau, founding president of the bank, has spoken of Rick’s passion for Federal Way and the need, as a banker and as a volunteer, to realize how important the larger community is to the life of all its residents.
Rick was involved in trying to gain a hospital for Federal Way, and as a member of the St. Franciscan Fellowship, joined forces with a group of individuals to see that Federal Way could build its own hospital. St. Francis Hospital is now the mainstay of our medical care system in our part of South King County.
Rick’s ability to communicate effectively started with his early career as a newspaperman in Pasco and with the West Seattle Herald, followed by publishing local telephone directories throughout Western Washington. He brought to all his volunteer efforts the same high professional standards evident in all his business dealings. He was known for his incredible energy, community commitment and that his word was good in all things.
Bob Hitchcock, president of Festival Days, referred to Rick as “Our rock. He was dedicated to making the quality of life in the community he served better.”
Jim Cron, past president of the former Family Fest board, was a friend and neighbor. He described Rick as someone who was always willing to help out the community regardless of the scope or size of the project.
Mary Ehlis, founder of Family Fest and its executive director for many years, knew of Rick’s West Seattle and White Center activities and started recruitment efforts for Family Fest. It was known that Rick knew who was a really reliable carnival operator. Her effort was successful and Rick became the man to see about carnivals, helicopter rides, petting zoos and inflatable toys.
Rick was an accomplished and happy man, able to achieve all that he did with the support and help of his wife, Marilyn, and the love of his children Steven, Richard, Dano and Rani. He is also survived by three grandchildren Tiffany, Giovani and Clayton; four sisters; and a mother-in-law, Margaret.
At his request, no memorial services were held.
