ELMER V. HARDT
“UNCLE ELMER” Elmer V. Hardt was born April 26, 1918 in Ritzville, WA. He died peacefully in his sleep on October 25, 2001 in Tacoma, WA. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rachel. He is survived by his “babies”, Sandy and Susie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held at 3:30 PM, Tuesday, October 30, 2001 at Mt. View Funeral Home and Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either the American Heart Association or the Humane Society. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home, 584-0252.

Donna Erickson Bowen Daus Kline
1946 - 2001
Passed away in her home October 16, 2001. Born March 2, 1946 to Clarence and Gladys Erickson in Aberdeen, WA. A native of the Northwest, Donna pursued a successful career in residential interior design for approximately 20 years. Donna is survived by her mother Gladys of Olympia, her two daughters, Michelle Caufman of Puyallup (father David Bowen), DeVonne Cairns of Seattle (father Bob Daus) and two sisters, Shirlie Millenbach of Olympia and Nancy Moore of Darrington. Her granddaughters include Rebecca and Kara Caufman and nephews, Pat Moore and Jeromy Moore and Scot Millenbach. Donna was preceded in death by her father Clarence Erickson and her sister Lorelei. Donna will be greatly missed by all that loved her. We wish her peace, love and joy on her new journey. A celebration of her life will be open to family and friends on Sunday, November 4, 2001 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Please call Howden- Kennedy Funeral Home of West Seattle for location and details. 206.932.0356.

Christine Louise Cassaw
Age 54, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 25, 2001 after a valiant battle with cancer. She was born in The Dalles, OR to Amos and Winifred Minneman. They moved to WA state where she graduated from Wilson High School and Central Washington University. While at Central she married her husband of 32 years, Allen Cassaw. After much travelling due to military lifestyle, they moved back to WA state to be near their families. One of her many joys was her work at the Summit Branch of the Pierce County Library System where she made many precious friends. Her friends and family will always remember her for her loving, giving and selfless heart. Christine is survived by her husband, Allen; daughters, Jennifer (Chuck) Dodson and Patricia Torgenson; mother, Winifred Minneman; brother, Richard Minneman; sister, Kimberly Hoover; and the apple of her eye, her grandson, Tyler Torgenson. Viewing Monday from 6-8 PM at New Tacoma Funeral Home. Services Tuesday, October 30, 10:30 AM at Glori Dei Lutheran Church. Interment New Tacoma Cemetery.

ARNOLD A. KASSUHN
Arnold A. Kassuhn, went home to be with his Lord and wife October 26th, 2001 in Puyallup, WA. Survivors include his 4 children, Jan, Linda, Kirk and Corri; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Funeral service: 3 PM, Monday, October 29th, 2001 at the Mt. View Garden Chapel. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home, 584-0252.

Joan C. Smith
Born February 28, 1924 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, died October 17, 2001 in Puyallup. She and her husband shared their time between Exeter, Nebraska and Puyallup for several years. She loved her family and did her best to be a good wife, mother and grandmother. Joan is survived by her loving husband of 25 years Alva Smith, her three children: Donna Crosby, John Roeber, K. Tom Roeber, and six grandchildren who love and miss her very much. At her request, no services are to be held.

HJALMER E. OLSON
Born on Saturday, December 20, 1919 in Harlow, ND to Klaus and Ella (Skjelbostad) Olson, died on Friday, October 26, 2001 in Puyallup. Companion and partner of 30 years of Nancy Strand of Graham. Father of Clarice See of Puyallup and Vicky Huff of Graham. Also survived by grandchildren, Darin, Jason and Samatha Matz, Kari and James Jensen, Felisha Huff, Kyria and Jacob Olson and great-grandchildren, Hayley and Evan Matz. Reposing at POWERS FUNERAL HOME, 320 W. Pioneer Avenue, Sunday and Monday, 2-5 PM. Private Interment Woodbine Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Alzheimer’s Association appreciated by family.

G. Kay Kaiser
G. Kay Kaiser, 80, passed away on October 26, 2001. Kay was born in Portland, Oregon on October 13, 1921. She graduated from high school in Portland where she was an outstanding athlete excelling in tennis and softball. After high school she attended St. Helens Hall Jr. College and then graduated from the University of Oregon in 1943. Kay taught one year in Portland and then went to Pullman to teach Women’s Physical Education at Washington State College where she received her Master’s degree and taught until 1948. Kay met Duane Kaiser at WSC and they were married in 1947. Before moving to Puyallup in 1956 she taught in Tenino and Ridgefield. She spent 12 years as a Physical Education teacher at Fife High School. She served as President of the Fife Education Association and was active on the Puyallup Recreation Board where she worked diligently to have the first town pool built. When Kay retired from teaching she helped her husband manage their Green Branch Ranch Christmas tree farm that they operated until 1993 when they moved to Sumner. Kay is survived by her husband Duane, daughters Karen Kaiser of Portland, Oregon, and Julia Johnson of Bernardsville, N.J., and two grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 1st from 1 to 7 p.m. at Fir Lane Funeral Home, 924 East 176th St. Spanaway. Memorial services will be held on Friday November 2nd at 11 a.m. at the United Methodist Church of Puyallup, 1919 West Pioneer Avenue. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Kay Kaiser Memorial Scholarship c/o Fife High School Scholarship Foundation, 5303 Pacific Highway #136, Fife, WA 98424.

Gladys Olsen (Peterson, Hankel)
Gladys Evelyn Olsen, 90, Tacoma resident, died Oct. 19, 2001 after a lengthy struggle with Diabetes. Born Jan. 11, 1911 at Tide Lake, Alberta, Canada, Gladys was the fifth of 13 children born to Louis Carl and Augusta M. Hankel. She was raised in North Dakota where she cared for the family dairy herd. She married Oren B. Peterson in 1935 and they became parents to one son and three daughters. When Peterson lost his life in a mine accident in 1947 Gladys moved to Tacoma, WA. In 1950 Gladys was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and helped her children to learn bible principles. In 1952 she married Melvin A. Olsen, a mill worker who helped her raise her four children. In 1992 after 40 years of marriage, Melvin preceded Gladys in death. She enjoyed her multi-ethnic spiritual brothers and sisters of the McKinley Heights Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Gladys remained a faithful witness, and was the longest active member of her congregation. Gladys will be remembered for her cheerful, kind attitude that won the affection of others. Gladys is survived by her son Orlyn (Sally) Peterson, and daughters Carol (Howard) Heck and Patricia (Samuel) Hummel, of Tacoma, and Linda (David) Quinn of Nampa, ID. She is survived by two grandsons, three granddaughters and four great grandsons. Also surviving are one brother, Lloyd (Barbara) Hankel of Minot, ND and sisters, Lorene Fennel of Murfreesboro, TN, Lenore (Frank) Ennaro of Marysville, Eleanor Richards of Wenatchee and Lucille (Frank) Klien of Federal Way. Survivors include scores of nieces and nephews. Gladys’ parents, three brothers and four sisters preceded her in death. Family members wish to express sincere thanks to all who showed kind interest in Gladys during her final sickness. A special thank you to the hospice personnel and those who helped care for her these past months. A memorial service will be held for Gladys at 2 PM on Sunday, Nov. 4 at the Kingdom Hall at 1201 E. 72nd St. in Tacoma.

James M. Kurtz
James M. Kurtz, 72, passed away October 25, 2001 in Puyallup, WA. He was born October 27, 1928 to Edward and Lyla (Mitchell) Kurtz in Hoquiam, WA. Jim was a graduate of Puyallup High School class of 1946 and a member of the Puyallup Eagles. He is survived by his 4 children, 3 grandchildren, 7 great- grandchildren, 3 brother and 4 sisters. Services will be held at Powers Funeral Home, 320 W. Pioneer Ave., Monday, October 29, 2001 @ 11 AM.

Leo A Yuckert
Leo A. Yuckert was born in Tacoma, WA. August 26, 1915 to Henry and Emma Yuckert, and passed away Oct. 24, 2001 in University Place, WA at the age of 86. Leo was a 1940 graduate of the University of Puget Sound (CPS) and at that time developed a life long interest in the aviation industry. This interest developed into a career as an air traffic controller. Leo was a 34 year employee of the Federal Aviation Administration, and when he retired in 1976, he was the Manager of the Monterey Peninsula Airport Traffic Control Tower. Leo was an avid gardener, and following his retirement, continued his interest in gardening spending many hours caring for his old fashioned roses. Leo was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary and brother, Harold. In 1990 he married Helen Thomas who survives him. Other survivors are his daughter, Elsa Buchanan and grandsons, Nick and Luke, all of Christchurch, New Zealand: step-daughters Candy Siino and Kathy Fritsch and step- son Neil Thomas; brother Don (Pauline) Yuckert, sisters Erna Rutt, Irene (Louis) Phillips and Claire (Paul) Palmer; five step- grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends. At Leo’s request, no services will be held. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home, 584-0252.

LINDA KAY WILLIAMS
Linda Kay Williams, 61, a Tacoma resident for 34 years, died October 25, 2001. Linda was greatly devoted to her daughter and her grandchildren. Family members include her daughter, Ellen Williams of Fife and 6 grandchildren; sister, Carol Seabrook, Atlanta, GA; brother, Robert Crossland, Tucson, AZ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Palmer, her daughter, Debora Perry and her mother, Charlotte Crossland. Funeral Service, 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 30 at Haven of Rest Chapel, Hwy 16, Gig Harbor.

Susan D. Olson
March 12, 1952 – October 19, 2001
Susan D. Olson, a 15-year resident of Tacoma, WA, passed away Friday, October 19, 2001. Susan D. Perantie was born March 12, 1952 in Renton, WA to Marilyn and Harold Perantie, the oldest to two younger sisters and 1 brother. Survivors include: David, husband; 3 daughters, Janine, Jolene, Julia; sisters, Marilyn Stemhagen, Terry Perantie; brother, Harold Perantie; mother and father, Marilyn and Harold Perantie; and grandmother, Betty Mouso. Susan graduated from Hazen High School and Northwest Dental College. She married David J. Olson in 1976. Susan was a devot- ed mother to her children. She was especially admired for her generosity and concern for others. Susan had been a devout Christian for 25 years. She lived all aspects of her life in God’s teachings, witnessing her beliefs at every opportunity. Susan has reached her goal as promised in the Scriptures. Knowing this gives us peace. Susan will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, October 30 at 11:00am, First Congregational Church, So. J St. & Division, Tacoma, WA. Donations accepted at any Columbia Bank branch, The Susan D. Olson Memorial Fund.

Christy S. Bujacich
Age 69, long time Gig Harbor fisherman, died October 24, 2001. Services 11:00 a.m. Friday, Novem- ber 2 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church. Arrangements by Haven of Rest.

Forrest L. “Ole” Olson
Age 81, passed away unexpectedly October 24, 2001. Forrest was born in Hoquiam, WA on May 23, 1920, and lived in Tacoma as a young child. Later, moving to Montana and back to Tacoma, where he met his wife Dot. They married on August 6, 1942. He owned and operated Olson Oil Burner Service for over 20 years, and taught two generations about the furnace repair business. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, and will always be remembered for his unique sense of humor and wonderful stories. Forrest was preceded in death by a sister, Mae Carlin, and a brother, Frank Blankenship. Survived by his wife of 59 years, Dot Olson; sons David Olson of Libby, Montana, Douglas (Kris) Olson of Spokane, WA, and daughter Susan Olson- Lerch of Tacoma, WA; grandchildren Greg, Patty, Evin, Dana and Kristy; great-grandchildren Sheena and Keelan; great-great-granddaughter Natalie; sister Frances Stone; “special sister” Miriam Hess; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services will be held Saturday, November 3rd, 11 AM at Dryer Mortuary in Parkland, Final resting place will be at Fir Lane Memorial Park in Spanaway.

Albina M. Michlitsch (Drazga)
Albina Michlitsch was born June 6, 1917 and passed away October 26, 2001. Albina lived her entire life in Tacoma. She worked for the Weyerhaeuser Company and, subsequently, the Weyerhaeuser Cred- it Union where, initially, she was the sole employee. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward J. Michlitsch. Albina is survived by her sons, David of Puyallup and Donald of Rapid City, SD; 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 2, 2001, 12:30 pm at the 1002 South Yakima Avenue Chapel. Interment at Calvary Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at Park Rose Care Center for their years of care. Arrangements by Gaffney Cassedy Allen and Buckley King.

VICTORIA M. VARANO
Beloved wife of Nicholas Varano for 47 years, passed away on Oct. 26, 2001. She was a member of St. John Bosco Church. Interment at Calvary Cloisters.

Billy R. Kelley Sr. “Gone Sailing”
Billy R. Kelley Sr. was born March 29, 1929 in Wichita Falls, TX. He passed away peacefully at home in Tacoma, WA on October 28, 2001. Bill retired from Bremerton Naval Shipyard. He was a veteran of the Korean War and member of BOE #174. Bill also volunteered at the Veterans Hospital. His interests included spending time with his grandchildren, sailing and boat building. He will be sorely missed by all his family and many friends. Bill is survived by his wife, Clarice; son Bill (Kathern) Kelley; daughters Nancy (Dennis) Elliott, Karen (John) Self, Brenda (Charles) Kelley-Layton, Rebecca (Robert) Umbarger, Kasey Kelley; grandchildren Josh and Joelle Christian, Brittany and Garrett Kelley, Autumn (Shane) Hughes, Amber (Ricky) York, April and Amy Self, Ryan Kelley, Iain Layton, Ashlie Umbarger; great grandchildren Krista Hughes and Sierra York. Heartfelt thanks to Leslie, Sue and Teddy of Hospice, and Nurse Casey. At Bill’s request, no services will be held.

Maria Anna Alexander
Born August 27, 1932 in Herpersdorf, Germany, died October 25, 2001 in Klamath Falls, OR. Maria is survived by husband Philip Alexander of Auburn, WA; sons Gregory (Sonia) of Spokane, WA, Daniel of Auburn, WA; daughters Regina (Charles) Sampson of Portland, OR, Judy (Mark) Zerbach of Kent, WA, Michelle of Renton, WA; 7 grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Fairwood Assembly of God on Tuesday, October 30, 2001 at 3:00 PM.

Julie Ann (Held) Smith
Very Loved - Truly Missed
Born June 28, 1956. Went home to the Lord on Oct. 26, 2001, after a courageous battle with cancer. Julie was preceded in death by her father Leo. Julie leaves behind her daughter, Mary Ann; sons Timothy and Jassen; her mother Angela; brothers Chuck, Bob (Karen) and Leon; sisters JoAnn and Kathie; grandsons Joshua and Jared; and several other extended family and lifelong friends. Services will be held 11 AM, Wed- nesday, Oct 31st at St. John of the Woods Catholic Church, 9903 24th Ave. E., Tacoma. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home. 584-0252.

GERTRUDE BAGWELL
1919 - 2001
Correction: Gertrude was born in 1919. A memorial service was held October 27, 2001 at Mountain View Funeral Home.

John W. Smith, Jr.
February 5, 1960 - October 23, 2001
John went to laugh with the angels of heaven on October 23, 2001, after a long illness. He leaves behind, and is dearly loved by, Lula, his mother; John, his father; and five siblings: sisters June, Jeanine and Debra Smith, and brothers Paul and Bruce Smith. God blessed this world with John in Martinsferry, Ohio on February 5, 1960. He spent much of his life in a facility for the profoundly retard- ed in Buckley, Washington. In spite of his disability, he so enriched the lives of those around him that it is clear we shall never be the same. John’s life has shown us, the surviving, that hope is not merely a word, but a life, his life. John taught those around him to believe in something more meaningful than ourselves. His existence educated us to believe in the purpose and meaning that is this life we all live. His life stood for something. Even though it is difficult to understand what his quality of life was, we know that it had a quality. His laugh was infectious; his smile seemed to make a sunny summer day brighter, even when the sun was shining at its highest and hottest. His occasionally pensive gaze touched the depths of our souls as we questioned, “why?” To those of you that didn’t know John and don’t know any of the disabled at Rainier School, they test our compassion, our wisdom, our tolerance, and our assumptions about their limitations. Mourn, all of you that can, and take note of grandeur, for it hides in places you can’t begin to imagine. Grandeur hid inside of John W. Smith, Jr. When one of God’s own angels passes, they leave this world a shade grayer than it was before. Say hello to someone that is different than yourself as you move throughout your daily routine, because that someone may just be an angel. We love you, John. “It is said an Eastern monarch once charged his wise men to invent him a sentence to be ever in view, and which should be true and appropriate in all times and situations. They presented him the words: “And this, too, shall pass away.” How much it expresses! How chastening in the hour of pride! How consoling in the depths of affliction!” -Abraham Lincoln- Funeral service Friday, Nov. 2, 2001 at 11:00 am at Weeks’ Whitmore Funeral Home in Buckley. Visitation Thursday, Nov. 1st, 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the funeral home.

Helen M. Ramsay
Helen, 89, passed away on Oct. 22, 2001 in Puyallup, WA. She is by her daughter Caroline Ramsay, son Donald Ramsay, and sister Jewel Pokiser. Helen enjoyed gardening, butterflies, and talking on her CB radio; her CB name was Butterfly. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2001 at 2:30 PM at Mountain View Memorial Park. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home. 584-0252.

John Mazza
John Mazza, 83, passed away October 28, 2001 in Tacoma. A lifetime resident of Tacoma, he was a life member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1937. John had retired as a business agent for Union Local #3119. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary; children Carol (Michael) Noonan, John (Colleen) Mazza, Patricia (Braxton) Rawls; sister Angeline Mazza; brother Thomas Mazza; grandchildren Cindy (Jason) Brooks, Michael Noonan, Amy Mazza, Braxton Rawls III, Sara Rawls. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, November 2, 2001, 11:00 am at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Thursday, November 1, 2001, 7:00 p.m. at the 1002 South Yakima Avenue Chapel. Viewing will be at the Rosary. Entombment at Calvary Cloisters. Arrangements by Gaffney Cassedy Allen and Buckley King.

Margaret L. Burney
March 29, 1932 - October 27, 2001
Margaret Burney was born and raised in Spokane, Washington and lived in Everett for a number of years. She passed away at home in Tacoma after a long illness. She was surrounded by family and loved ones. She is survived by husband John L. Burney; sister Violet R. Fisher of Post Falls, Idaho; son James R. Stevens of Kentucky; daughter Karen L. Carper and husband Bob; daughter Cheryl C. Stevens of Everett; son Benjamin A. Stevens of Tacoma; daughter Kathryn M. Stevens of Tacoma; daughter Judith E. Knowles and husband Royce of Everett; daughter Eugenie R. Burney of Everett; stepdaughter Kitty E. McFarlin and husband Jim of Florence, Arizona; stepdaughter Pearl A. Newberry and husband Ken of Snowflake, Arizona; nieces Kathy Crader and Teresa Henderson of Tacoma; 26 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents Francis A. Stevens and Helen B. Mann, brothers James F. Stevens and Raymond E. Stevens, sister Helen Marie Perreault, and stepdaughter Mary Ousada. Services to be held Thursday, Nov. 1, 2001 at 1 p.m. at Salvation Army Church, 1110 S. Puget Sound, Tacoma, Washington. Potluck gath- ering to follow. Donations can be made to the Salvation Army or the American Diabetes Association.

Robert Eugene Chambliss
Robert Eugene Chambliss of Yelm passed away Sunday, October 21, 2001, at his home from renal cell carcinoma. He was born April 22, 1933 in Kansas City, Missouri to Robert A. Chambliss and Virgie B. Peterson. He served with distinction in Korea, earning the Parachutist Badge, Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and the Purple Heart with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster. He was one of the few survivors of Pork Chop Hill. For most of his life, he worked as a carpenter in the construction industry, but had also been a Baptist minister and police officer in the Tri-Cities and Portland, Oregon. He is survived by his wife, Janet, of 12 years; daughters Constance Chambliss of Olympia, Catherine Mathers of Lacey; stepdaughter Jeanette (Eric) Wiechert of Shelton; stepson Richard Dube of Parkland; 5 grandchildren, 1 great grandson, and his “special little angel”, Katelyn Brianna Wiechert. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother William. A private family service and inurn- ment will be held at Tahoma Na- tional Cemetery in Kent at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Providence SoundHome Care and Hospice of Olympia.

Robert Middling
Robert John Middling, 78, Died Oct. 27, 2001. Born Oct. 6, 1923 on Vashon Island to Fannie and Casper Middling. He was a US Army veteran who served in WWII in the European Campaign. After the war he re-enlisted for an addition- al 20 years. In 1963 the family set- tled in Tacoma. He became owner operator of Bob’s Fix It Shop. He was predeceased by his parents and two brothers, Wesley and Russell Middling. Survivors include his wife Mary, of 54 years, son Don and wife Terri of Puyallup, stepchildren Shirley Bullock and Gene Erickson of Arizona, numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and one great grandson. Services at Bethany Open Bible Church, 8415 Waller Rd. E., Taco- ma, November 3 at 2:00 PM.

LOVING MEMORY “MAMA” ROSE
Roseanna Johnson, born February 8, 1924 in Weiser, ID, died October 22, 2001 in Puyallup, WA. Survived by Eva Goss, Manila, UT; Judy Bowman, Springfield, OR; Terry Nygato, Fallbrook, CA; John Bauer, Kent, WA; and several grandchildren. Mama Rose left a legacy of love and service. She will live on in the lives of those she has touched as they pass it on to others. A memorial service will be held at the Old Soldiers Home in Orting, WA on Thursday, November 1st at 3 p.m. Potluck to follow.

Theresa Massetti
Theresa (Terri) M. (Jacobson) Massetti went to be with the Lord after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born in Tacoma, October 5, 1927, and was a graduate of Lincoln High School, class of 1945. She is survived by her husband, Guy Massetti, and three daughters, Candy Reinsch (Ron), Pam Collen (Gerry) and Becky Lee (Bob); sister Pauline Lucas (Howard); brother Frank Whitney (Nola); numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, November 1st at 10:30 am at Mountain View Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to “Hospice of Tacoma”. Thanks for the wonderful care you gave my wife and family.