Nellie M. Gamble, of Fall City, died Aug. 25, 2010, at Snoqualmie Valley Hospital. She was 89.

Burial was held at Hillside Cemetery, Issaquah.

Nellie was born June 12, 1921, in Barnesville, Ohio, the daughter of Harry and Edna Holland. She was raised in Ohio and married Wilfred E. Gamble on Jan. 1, 1940, in Barnesville. 

They moved to Issaquah in 1977 and then she moved to Fall City in 1997. Recently, she has lived at the Red Oak Retirement Center in North Bend. 

In her leisure time, she enjoyed taking care of children and spending time with her friends and family.

She was preceded in death by Wilfred in 1979.

Survivors include her son Harry Gamble, of Fall City; daughter Patricia Ann Russell, of New Garden, Ohio; sister Ruth Huntsman, of Canton, Ohio; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Remembrances may be made to the Alice Clewell Scholarship Fund c/o Martha Faloon, 9501 state Route 9, Hanoverton, Ohio 44423.

Arrangements are by Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory. 

Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

Tom P. Stapleton

Tom P. Stapleton, of North Bend, died gently in his sleep Aug. 10, 2010, at home. He was 52.

Visitation was Aug. 16, 2010, at Flintoft’s Issaquah Funeral Home. A celebration of his life was Aug. 17 at Pickering Barn.

Tom was born Oct. 30, 1957, in Seattle, to Bill and Marcella Stapleton. He was raised on Capitol Hill, where he attended St. Joseph School and later graduated from Seattle Prep.

Following high school, Tom furthered his education at South Seattle Community College, where he completed his degree in the Diesel Mechanics Program.

On March 21, 1981, Tom married Judy Karpstein. They resided in West Seattle before settling in North Bend in 1986, and he became a volunteer firefighter. Tom worked as a skilled auto mechanic for 10 years before becoming a full-time firefighter/EMT at the North Bend Fire Department., which eventually became part of Eastside Fire & Rescue. He was stationed at Pine Lake Station 81.

As a youth, Tom enjoyed playing in a Capitol Hill band. He also possessed a lifelong love for outdoor activities, including backpacking, skiing and golf, which he shared with his family. A motivator and role model to his daughters, he actively supported and encouraged them in their sporting activities.

Tom also had a great passion for trains.

His family remembers him as a man who would always have a project going around the house. As a free-spirited, fun-loving and devoted family man who gathered many friends in his lifetime, he will be deeply missed.

Survivors include his loving wife Judy, of North Bend; daughters Katie and Christine, also of North Bend; siblings Dan (Amy) Stapleton, of Shoreline, Bob Stapleton, of Kent, Bill (Jeannine) Stapleton, of Edmonds, Tim (Sandra) Stapleton, of San Francisco, Kath Strong, of Spokane, Pat (Krissy) Stapleton, of Marysville, and Mike (Leslie) Stapleton, of Mount Vernon; and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests remembrances to any charity related to veterans of the Iraq/Afghanistan War or simply plant a tree in his memory.

Friends are invited to view photos and share memories in the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

Shelbi Sue Ray

Her loving parents are Sean and Staci Ray, of North Bend.

Sadly, her time here with us was brief, but we are grateful for the time we had with her. In her short life, she touched many hearts and no one will ever look at life the same way again.

She was so beautiful and her pure soul was encompassing. She is now with God, where she will never feel pain again and she will remain forever young.

Shelbi was preceded in death by her infant sister, Hunter Jean Ray. Her grandparents are Jerry and Sue Main, of Snoqualmie; Bob and Vicki Ray, of Ellensburg; and Roy and Kathi Hyett, of Bonney Lake.

Her great-grandma is Caroline Main, of Snoqualmie. She leaves many aunts and uncles, great-aunts and uncles, three “excellent aunts,” cousins, family and friends.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the name of Shelbi Sue Ray to Soulumination, 5201 11th Ave. N.W., Seattle WA 98107 or at www.soulumination.org.

Myrtle B. Magnochi

Myrtle B. Magnochi, of Carnation, died at Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland on Saturday, July 24, 2010. She was 87.

Per Myrtle’s request, there will be no memorial service. The family suggests remembrances be made to Sno-Valley Senior Center, P.O. Box 96, Carnation, WA 98014, or Washington State Holstein Association Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 519, Carnation, WA 98014.

Myrtle was born Aug. 7, 1922, in Tolt, (currently known as Car-nation), the daughter of Leslie and Esther Whitson. She lived her entire life in Carnation and graduated from Tolt High School.

Myrtle married her longtime sweetheart Eugene G. Magnochi on Aug. 7, 1942. Myrtle spent her life as a mother, banker, bookkeeper and farmer’s wife.

Myrtle was preceded in death by her parents, Leslie and Esther Whitson, her brothers Clyde, Earl and Pete Whitson, and her husband Eugene Magnochi.

Survivors include her son George Magnochi (Diane), of Carnation; two granddaughters; one niece; three nephews; three great-nieces; and a great-nephew.

Arrangements are by Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory.

Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. July 24 at Mount Si Lutheran Church.James was born April 22, 1922, in San Francisco, to James and Georgina.

He was raised in Berkeley, Calif.

During his life, he lived in Oakland, Calif.; Tri Cities, Wash.; Renton; and North Bend.

He attended Berkeley High School and received a degree in architecture from the University of California, Berkeley.

He served three years in the Navy during World War II.

He married Alice Goodman, of Bellingham, in December 1951 in Berkeley, Calif.

James enjoyed taking the family camping.

His hobbies included reading to learn, listening to jazz and working on his model railroad.

He is survived by his wife Alice, of North Bend; son Brad and his family, of Portland, Ore.; daughter Celia, of London, England; son David and his wife of Oakland, Calif.; and daughter Diana and her family, of North Bend.

John Stephens (Schifsky)

John Stephens (Schifsky) — a loving husband, father, brother and friend — died suddenly while mountain biking with his brother and friends July 4, 2010. He was 54.

A celebration of John’s life was July 12 at Pickering Farm, Issaquah.

John, who was born Oct. 12, 1955, is survived by his wife Sheila, his son Ian and their daughter Lauren. John had 17 brothers and sisters, and many nieces, nephews and cousins, and was loved by all. John loved the outdoors: biking, hiking and skiing, but he delighted most in spending time with his family, especially his children.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society in memory of his parents, Virginia Wonsetler and Jack and Carol Schifsky.

Arrangements were by Flintoft’s Issaquah Funeral Home, 425-392-6444.

Friends are invited to view photos, share memories and sign the family’s online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

Donald Alan Hand

Donald Alan Hand, of North Bend, died at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue on Saturday, July 3, 2010. He was 53.

A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. July 17 at Flintoft’s Funeral Home, 540 E. Sunset Way, Issaquah.

Donald was born Oct. 22, 1956, in Soap Lake, Wash., the second son of William and Carolyn Hand. He was raised in Ephrata and North Bend, and graduated from Mount Si High School in Snoqualmie.

After several years in the home-building industry, Donald moved to Ellensburg and enrolled at Central Washington University. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in geography and land studies in June 1990, he returned to North Bend and was employed by Nintendo of America at their North Bend facility. While working at Nintendo, Donald built his own custom home near the base of Mount Si, drawing on his years of experience in home building and passing on that experience to other family members during the process.

In 2002, he was diagnosed with leukemia and took a leave of absence from Nintendo while receiving treatment, eventually achieving full remission in 2004. After returning to work at Nintendo, Donald spent his free time traveling and enjoying life, including tinkering with his Jaguar XKE.

In May 2010, he was diagnosed with relapsed leukemia and was admitted to Overlake Hospital for treatment. Throughout his final days, Donald displayed a quiet strength of character that impressed all of the medical staff members who he interacted with. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Vernon and Willie Hand, and Louie Sorensen.

Survivors include parents William and Carolyn Hand, of North Bend; brothers David Hand, of Ephrata, and Douglas Hand, of North Bend; sister Lila Howard, of North Bend; grandmother Ruth Sorensen, of Chelan; and eight nieces and nephews.

Arrangements are by Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory.

Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

Ad Tubbs

Ad Tubbs, of North Bend, died July 6, 2010, at Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland. He was 86.

A viewing was July 9 at Flintoft’s Issaquah Funeral Home. A graveside service was July 9 at Mount Si Memorial Cemetery.

Ad was born July 3, 1924, in Plainfield, Wis., the son of Leonard and Blanche Tubbs. He was raised and attended school in Plainfield. He served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.

He married Eunice “Buck” Benjamin on Feb. 13, 1947, in Seattle. He moved to the Snoqualmie Valley in 1947. He worked in construction for many years. He farmed in Wisconsin until he was 79, when he returned to North Bend.

He was a member of the Snoqualmie Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9476, Snoqualmie Valley Eagles and the North Bend Moose.

Survivors include son Melvin Tubbs, of North Bend; daughters Jacqueline Robinson, of Preston, and Jean Magdlin, of Meridian, Idaho; sisters Colleen Sparks and Beverly Mitchell, both of Plainfield, Wis.; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by son Mitchell and grandson Benjamin Magdlin.

Remembrances may be made to the VA Hospital in Seattle.

Arrangements are by Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory.

Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

A celebration of life/potluck will be at 2 p.m. July 17 at Carnation Tree Farm, 31523 N.E. 40th St., Carnation.

Tracee was born Aug. 30, 1960, in Winnemucca, Nev., to Edmund and Marnee Cook. As a young child, she lived in Lake City until 1972. Her family later moved to Redmond, where she graduated from Redmond High School.

On Aug. 27, 1983, she married Wayne Minor in Redmond. They later settled in Carnation, where Tracee became an EMT for the Carnation Fire Department and later began raising her family. While raising her family, Tracee started a house cleaning service that she ran until her death.

In her leisure time, Tracee enjoyed spending time in Tonasket at the family property and riding Harley Davidson motorcycles. Tracee loved spending time with her three young grandchildren and her YaYa sister. She is remembered most for her love of sand, water and wildflowers.

Survivors include her loving husband Wayne Minor, of Carnation; children Julianna Fettig, of North Bend, and Richard Minor and Jeremy Minor, both of Carnation; mother Marnee Cook, of Redmond; siblings Tim Cook, of Las Vegas, Nev., and Ted Cash, of Nampa, Idaho; three grandchildren; and numerous extended family members and friends.

Arrangements are entrusted to Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory.

Stephen D. Penner

A memorial service was June 1 at Flintoft’s Issaquah Funeral Home, 540 E. Sunset Way. A reception followed. Private committal was at Tahoma National Cemetery.

Steve was born Dec. 29, 1955, in Everett, the son of Wesley Penner and Joan Bence. He was raised in Seattle and on Camano Island. He served with the United States Army from May 1975 – May 1978, in Hawaii. Steve was employed by Priebe Electronics for 29 years. In 1987, he moved to North Bend.

Steve spent many years volunteering with the Northwest Railway Museum and the Puget Sound Fireboat Foundation. There, he supported the Duwamish fireboat.

Steve was preceded in death by his father in 2008.

Survivors include his mother Joan Bence, of Rio Rancho, N.M.; sister Carolyn Barnard and brother-in-law Ralston Barnard, of Bernalillo, N.M.; and two nephews.

The family suggests remembrances to the Northwest Railway Museum, P.O. Box 459, Snoqualmie, WA 98065.

Arrangements were by Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory.

Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

Judy Mulligan

Born July 27, 1941, to Elmer and Betty Bergren, she was the second of six children. Judy lived with her family in Olympia and graduated from Olympia High School in 1959.

She trained in medical imaging after high school and was a practicing X-ray technician in Portland, Ore., and in Seattle. She loved this challenging career for the opportunity it gave her, daily, to help others in need.

It was while training for this profession that she met her husband of 47 years, John Mulligan. They met in 1960, fell in love and were married in 1963. The four boys arrived in quick succession over the following years while the growing family “toured” the United States courtesy of John’s successful career with the postal service.

Judy was the consummate wife and mother. She also had another full-time job as partner to John in all the social obligations required by his career. She managed the household, raised four rambunctious boys and packed and moved the family more times than we can recall. We still marvel at how she handled it all with such grace and strength. She has been our rock and our inspiration.

Judy left a wonderful trail of lifelong, devoted friends throughout the U.S. and abroad. A great many family friends live in other states and several countries and they are grieving along with us. We are grateful for your condolences, support and prayers. Bless you all for your devotion to Judy.

Friends, travel and socializing were some of her favorite things. Judy loved cooking and was a talented gourmet chef. She loved a house full of family and friends enjoying her latest culinary creation (and boy did we ever).

Her greatest joy by far were her four grandchildren.

There are no words to properly express how greatly Judy will be missed by her family and friends. She enriched the lives of everyone she touched. Her strength, compassion and good humor will be with us always.

Robert E. Vezzoni

Bob was born Nov. 11, 1925, in Snoqualmie, to Peter and Mary Vezzoni. He was raised in Snoqualmie, where he graduated from Snoqualmie High School in 1943. In January 1944, Bob enlisted in the United States Navy. He proudly served his country in the Pacific Theatre of operations during World War II. Bob was stationed aboard the USS YMS No. 40, a minesweeper.

On Feb. 1, 1947, Bob married Florence Young in Snoqualmie. They settled in Snoqualmie, where they raised three children. Bob opened a successful restaurant in the Meadowbrook Hotel. He also worked at the Weyerhaeuser Lumber Co., and later, Mountain Tree Farm as a scaler. He then went to work for King County Department of Transportation, where he was a heavy equipment operator. He retired after 25 years in 1982.

In 1998, Bob and Florence built a home at the Blueberry Farm at the base of Mount Si in North Bend. He would often remark about his home being the most beautiful place on earth. To him, it was paradise.

Bob’s greatest love and what brought him the most joy was his family, his cat Zorro, friends and neighbors. He cherished nothing more than family gatherings, holidays and celebrations that brought his family closer together and he loved to cook for many of these get-togethers. Bob also possessed a green thumb, growing all kinds of vegetables and flowers and feeding his birds.

Bob loved to hunt and fish and even as a young boy, he was very well known throughout the valley. Bob especially enjoyed his yearly trips to Slave Lake, Alberta, Canada, to go moose hunting. He treasured his many vacations with family either to Canada or one of the many lakes in Eastern Washington. Bob also kept the blueberry customers entertained with his music, playing many afternoons and evenings from his deck.

Bob will forever be remembered by his family as a generous man with a giving heart; and a loving, caring and dedicated husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, who also happened to be the “best story and joke teller” ever! He will be deeply missed and loved always.

Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Florence, of North Bend; children Michael Robert Vezzoni, of Seattle, Jayne Marie (Steve) Bybee, of North Bend, and John Eugene Vezzoni, of North Bend; brothers Tony Vezzoni (Lyn), of Cle Elum, and Willie Vezzoni, of Snoqualmie; granddaughters Kelli Berlin (Tom) and Michelle Bybee; great-granddaughter Makenna Berlin; and a host of extended family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests remembrances to Eastside Fire & Rescue or Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church.

At his request, private family services were held at Fall City Cemetery.

Friends are invited to view photos, share memories and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

Arrangements were entrusted to Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory.

John Hines

John Anthony Hines, of Issaquah, died June 2, 2010, in Seattle. He was 45.

A private family gathering will be held.

John was born in November 1964 in Snoqualmie, the son of Larry and Lana Hines. He was raised and spent most of his life in Issaquah. He attended Issaquah Junior High School and Hannibal High School in Hannibal, Mo.

John spent the majority of his career as an automobile upholsterer. He was also a member of the Auto Upholsterer’s Union.

In his leisure time, he enjoyed gold panning, hiking, swimming, camping and working on cars. Throughout his life, John always had a fascination with science and history.

His family will always remember John as having a good heart and good nature, and a strong work ethic. He will be greatly missed.

Survivors include his father Larry Joe Hines; son Christopher Hines (and his mother Mary Hines), of Texas; three brothers, Thomas Joseph Hines, of Port Orchard, Steven Hines, of Issaquah, and Mike Hines of Hannibal, Mo.; and a sister, Anna Hines Kabuki, of Port Orchard. John was preceded in death by his mother Lana Lee (Orth) Hines-Fletcher.

Friends are invited to share memories, view photos and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

At his request, a private family memorial will be held.

Mark Starr

Mark was born July 8, 1920, in Yakima, to John and Henrietta Starr. He attended Yakima elementary, junior high and high schools. He furthered his education at Gonzaga University.

He enlisted Dec. 8, 1941, in the U.S. Navy and honorably served as a pilot during World War II. He later flew with the meritorious Flying Tigers during the Korean War — he was honorably discharged as a lieutenant commander.

Mark and his wife, Sylvia, were married May 22, 1959, in Stevenson.

Mark continued his career as a pilot with Galvin Flying Service, as well as Sunshine Mining Co. in Spokane. He also worked for Puget Sound Energy.

Mark and his family moved to Issaquah in 1965. They were members of East Shore Unitarian Church in Bellevue. In 1989, he and Sylvia moved to North Bend.

Mark participated in many hobbies and interests. He enjoyed activities like playing Ping Pong, riding his bike (often backwards, while sitting on the handlebars!) and playing with his dogs.

He was known as a horse trader and spent many hours in pursuit of treasures while bargain hunting or metal-detecting.

Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially at their summer homes in the mountains. His children fondly recall he would press them into service, cutting and stacking too many cords of firewood.

Mark is remembered by his family as a generous man with a giving heart — he was always ready to help others. He enjoyed volunteering his time as Santa and giving grade school children tours of his planes. He was a funny storyteller and his family will miss how entertaining he could be.

Mark is survived by his beloved wife Sylvia; daughter Marilyn (husband Wayne) Johnson; and son John Starr and foster daughter Robin Laine. Also surviving are two grandsons. Mark’s exuberance for life will be missed by all who knew him.

Remembrances preferred to the Seattle King County Humane Society, 13212 S.E. Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98005 and Mt. Si Senior Center, 411 Main Ave. S., North Bend, WA 98045.

Arrangements are by Flintoft’s Issaquah Funeral Home, 392-6444.

Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family’s online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

A memorial service was held May 17 at Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church.

Russell Dee Peery

Russ was born April 17, 1956, in Renton. He was raised in Issaquah and graduated from Issaquah High School in 1976. Russ married Kathy Brown on Dec. 13, 1980, in Issaquah. The family moved to Snoqualmie in 1988.

Survivors include his loving wife Kathy, son Mike (Crystal) Peery and daughter Kyla (Derek) Bennett, all of Snoqualmie; his parents Norm and Maxine Peery, of Issaquah; sisters Dorinda Briggs and Debbie Bush, both of Kent; and five grandchildren.

Russ worked at Farmers New World Life Insurance Co. on Mercer Island for 28 years.

Remembrances may be made to Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church.

Arrangements are by Flintoft’s Issaquah Funeral Home.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and sign the online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

Louis and his wife, Irene, were married Feb. 27, 1959, and they made their home in Snoqualmie. He worked at Todd Shipyards and later Weyerhaeuser, where he retired after 30 years of service.

Louis O’Callaghan

Louis was a member of the Boilermakers Union and belonged to the Washington Alpine Club.

Louis had many hobbies and interests, including mountain climbing, skiing, hiking, coin collecting, Husky football, auto racing and boating.

Louis is survived by his beloved wife, Irene, of Fall City; his daughter Teresa and son-in-law Scott Beim, of Everett; his son Michael and daughter-in-law Kathy O’Callaghan, of Lake Stevens; his daughter Patricia and son-in-law Bill Dalman, of North Bend; his sister Celia and brother-in-law Elwood Heine, of Auburn; his brother James and sister-in-law Giovanna O’Callaghan, of Renton; six grandchildren; and one great-grandson.

His funeral mass was held at 11 a.m. May 6, at Our Lady Of Sorrows Catholic Church, 39025 S.E. Alpha Street, Snoqualmie. His committal service followed at Holyrood Cemetery, 205 N.E. 205th St., Shoreline.

Remembrances may be made to American Lung Association and St. Vincent De Paul.

Friends are invited to view photos, share memories and sign the family’s on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com.

John David Bartholomew

John David Bartholomew, of North Bend, died May 1, 2010.

Jack was born on December 6, 1930, in Buffalo, New York, to Lee Bartholomew and Rebecca Van Waters.

He was raised in Chicago. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served in the Korean War.

Jack graduated from Georgia State University with a bachelor’s degree in business and got his Master of Business Administration from Emory University in Atlanta.

He went to work for Rich’s Department Store in Atlanta, where he was in charge of cost control.

He then went to work in corporate finance, cost control and pricing at Dobb’s House Home Office in Memphis, Tennessee. He retired from Dobbs House in 1995.

In his spare time, he enjoyed reading, playing bridge, golfing and spending time with his family, to which he was devoted. Jack is remembered as an unusually witty person with a very droll and ironic sense of humor.

He was very thoughtful, contemplative, even-tempered and logical. Jack, to his family and friends, was the ideal of courage, wisdom, integrity, strength and honor.

He really was the finest and best of men.

Jack is survived by his wife, Sheila Bartholomew; son, Scott Hart; daughter, Michele Hart Steele; sister, Ann Greenwood; and grandchildren, great-grandchildren and cousins.

Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family’s on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com.

Jack Quinlin

John ‘Jack’ Michael Quinlin, of North Bend, died April 15, 2010, after a short and valiant battle with stomach cancer.

Jack was born July 18, 1938, in Breda, Iowa. Jack graduated from St. Bernerd’s High School in 1956 and from Iowa State University in 1960 with a bachelor’s degree in business.

He also was a member of the Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity.

Following graduation, Jack served for two years in the U.S. Army as an artillery officer at Fort Sill, Okla.

Jack started his career with General Mills as an internal auditor in 1962.

He met his future wife, Carole Brouk, on a blind date, and they married Sept. 26, 1964.

In 1971, Jack’s and Carole’s daughter Mishele was born, and in 1972, their son, Michael was born.

In 1974, the family moved to Bellevue when Jack was offered a job with Eddie Bauer, heading up their Human Resources department.

Jack later continued his career at Paccar and the Providence Journal Company where he worked until his retirement in 1997.

The family moved to North Bend in 1982.

Jack served on numerous boards including; Mercer Island Boys and Girls Club, The Washington Research Council, Bellevue Chamber of Commerce and the Dean’s Advisory Council at ISU.

Jack was also very involved in his children’s lives as a Scout Master, sports coach and church school teacher in St. Louise Parish.

His is survived by his wife, Carole Quinlin; his daughter, Mishele (Todd) Barnard; his son Mike (Jennifer) Quinlin; his brother Tom (Joan) Quinlin; and seven grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks people to consider a donation to the Bellevue Boys and Girls Club.

Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.

He was the son of Henry and Arlene (Tubbs) Kennedy.

He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Vivian; his three stepchildren, Rosalie, Rececca and Matthew LaChappelle; his two sons, Kyle and Korey Kennedy; and three grandchildren.

Tim had five siblings: Betty Daberkow, of Bancroft, Wis.; Vickie Kennedy, of North Bend; Henry ‘Hank’ Kennedy, of North Bend; Caroline ‘Tam’ Dickinson, of Maple Valley; and Patrica ‘Pat’ Golla, of Plainfield, Wis.

William E. Bedell

William ‘Bill’ E. Bedell was born Aug. 3, 1949, in Bridgeport, Conn., and died Feb. 12, 2010.

It was with great sadness that hundreds of people filled Mount Si High School’s auditorium Feb. 21 to honor Bill’s life.

He was well known throughout the Pacific Northwest due to his pastoral work at Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church and the business he shared with his wife, Leslie.

He touched hundreds of people through their Life Recovery Skills business.

In 2002, he and Leslie were asked to launch the Celebrate Recovery program in the Snoqualmie Valley. Bill tirelessly served the people who came through the program’s doors.

In 2006, he was chosen to be the Northwest representative on the program’s national team.

Under his leadership helping churches and ministries launch the program, the Northwest region was noted as one of the fastest growing sectors in the U.S.

Bill used his own journey of recovering from anger and addiction begun 17 years ago to teach and encourage others.

He was widely respected for his work, and since his death, many who knew him have said they had never felt unconditionally loved or fully accepted before working with him.

Finally, Bill was never ashamed of his faith in Jesus as his personal savior and looked for any opportunity to share it with others.

He is survived by his wife, Leslie; his son, William Bedell, Jr.; his daughter-in-law Christy, of Federal Way; and three grandchildren.

In his honor, the Bill Bedell Scholarship Fund has been set up to provide financial aid to those in need of counseling and healing resources but unable to afford them.

Fundraising events will include an Alpine Lakes Hike and a motorcycle ride. To support the fund, contact the Bill Bedell Scholarship Fund at P.O. Box 1470, North Bend, WA 98045.

Kathryn Lanning Emerick

Kathryn Lanning Emerick died March 30 at Foundation House Retirement Center in Federal Way, where she had been a resident since July 2009.

Kathryn was born to Mathias and Suzanna Schantz July 1, 1915, in Glen Ullin, N.D., where she was raised. As a young woman, Kathryn moved to North Bend to live with her brother John Antone and family. It was here she met and married Roy Lanning. They remained in Snoqualmie until Roy died in September 1975.

Kathryn was versatile and worked for a variety of businesses in the area, including the local hospital and hardware store.

In 1984, Kathryn married her long time friend and neighbor Jerry Emerick. They moved to Federal Way in 1986, where Kathryn remained until she died.

After retirement, Kathryn enjoyed knitting, sewing, playing card games, and visiting with friends and family – especially her great-grandchildren. Her family remembers her as a strong, independent woman, who took good care of both of her husbands. Jerry preceded her in death in 1995.

Kathryn is survived by her son Jim Lanning and his wife, Pat, of Issaquah; her stepdaughters, Gerene Jackson and her husband, Larry, of Mt. Vernon, and Sandy Mayfield and her husband, Tom, of Poulsbo; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

A memorial service and celebration of Kathryn’s life will be held at 2 p.m. May 1, Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory, 540 E. Sunset Way, Issaquah.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Kathryn’s name to Missionary Oblates, 391 Michigan Ave. N.E., Washington, D.C. 20017-1516, or to a charity of the sender’s choice.

Friends are invited to share memories, view photos and sign the family’s on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com.

Thomas Creighton

Thomas Henry Creighton passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones during his final hours, on Thursday, March 25, 2010, at the age of 91.

Thomas Creighton best known as “Tom” or “Tommy” was born Jan. 29, 1919, in Winchester, Mass., to Thomas and Elizabeth Creighton.

He was raised in Woburn, Mass., and graduated from Brockton High School in 1937. Tommy was a record-breaking cross country star, qualifying for the 1940 Summer Olympics. It was unfortunate that he never got the honor of competing for our country, as the Olympics were cancelled due to the outbreak of World War II.

He moved from Massachusetts to California in 1940 to attend Aero ITI and various colleges, and through perseverance graduated with a degree in engineering. Shortly after arriving in California, he met and married the love of his life, his wife, Dorothy “Dot” Entz, whom had recently moved to California from Colorado. They were married in 1941 and they enjoyed 68 wonderful years of marriage. They were often lightheartedly referred to as the “Bobbsey Twins.” They have one daughter, Charlene Hund.

In 1942, Tommy was enlisted in the Navy and served as an apprentice seaman stationed in San Diego, Calif.

Tommy was employed as an aeronautical engineer by North American Rockwell for 38 dedicated years. He had many honorable accomplishments, but one we remember him being most proud of was his work on the Space Shuttle program. He saw the project through completion and retired shortly after the first shuttle flight, which he was honored to attend.

He enjoyed many happy years residing at his home in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., and spent his weekends perfecting the landscape in the beautiful yard. His home was always a source of pride for him. Leisure time was spent playing golf and enjoying time with family and friends. Family vacations were often spent fishing in the High Sierras, his favorite lake being Saddlebag Lake. Many cherished memories were created there.

Following his retirement in 1979, Tom enjoyed his 31 years of retirement to the fullest. He filled his days with family, friends, golf, travel and woodworking.

In 1985, Tom and Dot moved to a wonderful retirement community, Casta del Sol in Mission Viejo, Calif. Tom took advantage of living in a golf course neighborhood and spent several days a week enjoying a game of golf with his many friends. Tom and Dot were both very involved with the shuffleboard club.

Tom applied his work ethic to the care of the shuffleboard courts, an assignment he took great pride in. He enjoyed both the competitive nature of the game as well as the social aspect. He often spoke of the memorable bus trips he enjoyed with their friends traveling to places such as Branson, Canyonlands, Las Vegas and Laughlin, just to mention a few. He declared with pride that he had traveled to every state in the United States except North Dakota and South Dakota.

Tom loved playing the slot machines and had a sixth sense about choosing the lucky machine more times than not. Tom and Dot formed countless lifelong friendships living within this community and treasured their years living there.

In 2006, Tom and Dot moved to Wash-ington to reside with their daughter and her family. Tom was really smitten by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and the splendor of the mountains, the fall colors and spring blooms. It was rare that a day would pass that he didn’t mention the grandeur of his surroundings.

He took pleasure in watching the birds, squirrels and various forms of wildlife he enjoyed from every window. Summers were often spent cruising to Alaska, building more treasured memories. At the time of Tom’s passing, a family cruise was booked to Alaska. The family will continue with the cruise and dedicate the memories in his honor.

He treasured time spent with his family. He was extremely proud of his daughter, Charlene and his two grandsons, Brian and Matt, and was looking forward to the birth of his first great-grandchild. His grandsons have warmhearted memories of their Grandpa always being a loyal supporter of whatever sport they were involved in, rarely missing a game or event, and always offering encouragement. He was not a quitter and attributed his track successes to that mindset, and he inspired his daughter and grandsons to attain that level of determination.

Throughout his lifetime, he enjoyed many family cruises. True to his East Coast roots, he enjoyed the ocean and took every opportunity he could to spend time aboard a cruise ship with family and friends. Though a very unpretentious man by nature, he never hesitated to spend money on family vacations. He often remarked how special memories are and said that no dollar value could be placed on them. A wise man he was, as we are now blessed with these cherished memories that he so generously provided us. Though he has passed, the memories will last forever.

He was fascinated by lighthouses and we are so thankful that recently we traveled to the beautiful San Juan Islands in the Puget Sound, so that he could stand next to and look closely at the picturesque Lime Kiln lighthouse.

Tommy will be remembered as a devoted husband, caring father, cherished grandpa and thoughtful friend. He was an honorable, loyal, humble and supportive man. Family and friends alike will miss his kindness and wonderful sense of humor. The gift of memories with him we shall keep forever. We love him and we shall always miss him. All who knew him were blessed to have him around for 91 fantastic years.

Tommy is survived by his wife, Dorothy Creighton, of North Bend; daughter Charlene Hund, of North Bend; son-in-law Michael Hund, of North Bend; grandson Matt Hund, of North Bend; grandson Brian Hughes, of Santa Ana, Calif.; daughter-in-law Claudia Hughes, of Santa Ana, Calif; unborn great-grandbaby, of Santa Ana, Calif.; East Coast relatives consisting of a niece, Elizabeth Lois “Betty Lou” McCarthy, and nephews Lewis “Butch” Long and Jimmy Long, as well as a cousin, Pat Bly, and numerous dear friends throughout the states.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Ruth Elizabeth “Betty” Long Carr.

At his request, no services will be held. In his honor, the family suggests that everyone who knew and loved him make creating a memory with a loved one a priority in his or her life, and each time you look upon a lighthouse, remember that it showed the light to safely guide him home.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and sign the online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

Michael Francis Busby

Michael Francis Busby, of Snoqualmie, died March 5, 2010, in Sierra Vista, Ariz. He was 64.

A memorial service and celebration of his life was March 13, at Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church, Snoqualmie.

Michael was born Feb. 10, 1946, in Snoqualmie, to Cecil and Vaughan Busby. He was raised in Snoqualmie and attended Mount Si High School. Michael enlisted in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged Nov. 17, 1967. Michael married Cindy Dalman on Nov. 22, 1969, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Snoqualmie.

Michael was an operating engineer for Local Union 302. He was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

In his leisure time, Michael enjoyed motorcycle riding, spending time with his grandchildren, hiking and was a beekeeper. He also enjoyed a daily visit to Starbucks and spending springtime in Arizona.

He is remembered as adventurous and always on the go. He always had everyone laughing — and if the grandchildren were around, there was no chance of carrying on a conversation with him.

Michael is survived by his daughter Dana and her husband Mark Pray, of Fall City; his son Jarrod and his wife Heather, of Pittsburgh; his siblings, Terry Busby, Mary Ann Barth, Pat Busby, Claudia Busby, Brian Busby and Sally Busby-Hill; and five grandchildren.

Arrangements were by Flintoft’s Issaquah Funeral Home and Crematory.

Friends are invited to share memories, view photos and sign the online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

Michael Francis Busby, of Snoqualmie, died March 5, 2010, in Sierra Vista, Ariz. He was 64.

A memorial service and celebration of his life was March 13, at Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church, Snoqualmie.

Michael was born Feb. 10, 1946, in Snoqualmie, to Cecil and Vaughan Busby. He was raised in Snoqualmie and attended Mount Si High School. Michael enlisted in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged Nov. 17, 1967. Michael married Cindy Dalman on Nov. 22, 1969, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Snoqualmie.

Michael was an operating engineer for Local Union 302. He was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

In his leisure time, Michael enjoyed motorcycle riding, spending time with his grandchildren, hiking and was a beekeeper. He also enjoyed a daily visit to Starbucks and spending springtime in Arizona.

He is remembered as adventurous and always on the go. He always had everyone laughing — and if the grandchildren were around, there was no chance of carrying on a conversation with him.

Michael is survived by his daughter Dana and her husband Mark Pray, of Fall City; his son Jarrod and his wife Heather, of Pittsburgh; his siblings, Terry Busby, Mary Ann Barth, Pat Busby, Claudia Busby, Brian Busby and Sally Busby-Hill; and five grandchildren.

Arrangements were by Flintoft’s Issaquah Funeral Home and Crematory.

Friends are invited to share memories, view photos and sign the online guestbook at www.flintofts.com.

Barbara Austin Sheldon Greenstreet died Feb. 22 at home, surrounded in her last few days by all of her family with love, laughter and music.

Barbara Austin Sheldon Greenstreet

A celebration of Barbara’s life followed by a reception was held 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. March 6 at Emily Dickinson Elementary School, 7040 208th Ave. N.E., Redmond.

Barbara was born Nov. 27, 1958, to the late Austin and Sylvia Sheldon.

Barbara met the love of her life, Peter Greenstreet, when she was 14, and married him Sept. 20, 1980. They went on to raise three wonderful children.

In addition to her devoted husband, she is survived and deeply missed by her children, Matthew Greenstreet (Sarah), of Bellingham, Adam, and Caroline Greenstreet, of Carnation; a brother, Brian Sheldon (Loretta) of Ferndale; three sisters, Kathleen Sheldon (Stephen Tarzynski), of Santa Monica, Calif., Jeannie Grippin, (Jim), of Everett, and Carol Schaffer (Eric), of Tucson, Ariz.; and many cherished nieces, nephews and friends.

Barbara graduated from Glastonbury High School, Glastonbury, CT in 1975, and received her Bachelor of Science in early childhood education from Wheelock College in Boston in 1979. She received her Master of Arts in counseling and special education from St. Joseph College in West Hartford, Conn., in 1989. She was in the process of obtaining her administrative credential at Seattle Pacific University, when her plans were waylaid by glioblastoma multiforme in October 2008.

She held positions at Children’s Services, of Sno-Valley (now Encompass), Riverview School District and, most recently, as a special educator at Emily Dickinson Elementary School in Redmond.

She was a longtime active member of Tolt Congregational Church, serving as Sunday school teacher, superintendent of the Sunday school, newsletter editor and moderator. Spiritual life was important to her and sustained her in day-to-day life.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Barbara’s Brain Trust, a team of family and friends participating in the Seattle Brain Cancer Walk on June 26. Donations may be made online at www.braincancerwalk.org. Go to the Team List and select “Barbara’s Brain Trust”, then select “Support Barbara’s Brain Trust”.

Leslie Reinig Norton

Leslie Reinig Norton died peacefully at her home in Bothell, attended to by her daughters. She was 94.

A ceremony was held Feb. 27 at Monte Ville Farmhouse in Bothell. She is buried at Seattle’s Lakeview Cemetery.

Leslie was the second of three children born to Dionis G. and Hadassah Knapp Reinig, in Snoqualmie. She was the granddaughter of Seattle pioneers Leonard and Margarethe Schafer Reinig. She treasured family history and connections.

Born in 1915, Leslie graduated from Snoqualmie High School, attended Washington State University and graduated from the University of Washington.

She worked in Maynard Hospital’s lab and later as a journalist for the Snoqualmie Valley Record.

She married John (Jack) Norton in 1949. They moved to Bothell in 1950. Leslie was a devoted mother. She later worked in Jack’s accounting practice. She and Jack were founding members of the Northlake Unitarian Church in Kirkland and she was a member of the Washington Park Arboretum Unit No. 5.

Leslie loved nature and gardening. She enjoyed reading, watercolor painting and collecting textiles.

Her interest in current events prompted many letters and lively conversations. She was close to her daughters and grandchildren.

She is survived by two daughters, Mary Norton and husband Joe McElroy, of Snoqualmie, and Leslie Norton and husband David Clodfelter, of Seattle; her brother Edward Reining and his wife Carole, of Snohomish; and many grandchildren, extended family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband Jack and her sister Margarethe (Peggy) Reinig Jones, of Grandview.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Washington Park Arboretum Foundation.

Ilse Sonnenschein

Ilse Sonnenschein, of Duvall, died in her home on Feb. 10. She was 79. She was born on March 17, 1930, in Leipzig, Germany. Ilse later immigrated to Canada in 1953, where she married her husband of 56 years, Werner.

Werner and Ilse moved in 1963 to Duvall, where they raised their daughters Sylvia and Iris. Ilse loved to cook, garden and can preserves.

Ilse is survived by her husband, Werner; her daughters, Sylvia Sonnenschein of Kohala, Hawaii, Iris Fink of San Diego, Calif.; her sister Ida Krause; and two grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Elsa Eberele and Gerda Butler.

Private family services will be held. Arrangements are by Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory.

Friends are invited to view a photo gallery, share memories and sign the family’s on-line guest book at www.flintofts.com.

There will be a memorial service at 1 p.m. on Feb. 21 at Shannon’s house, 17018 N.E. 100th St., Redmond.

Friends and family are invited to sign the family’s guestbook online at www.flintofts.com.

A private memorial will be held in the spring, per Terry’s wishes.

Terry was born Nov. 16, 1954, in San Francisco. She graduated from Mount Si High School and graduated from college in Bellevue. Terry lived most of her adult life in North Bend. Her most enjoyable work experience was managing a law office. She had many chronic health challenges in her life, but loved her garden and fishing.

She is survived by her husband Gary Sutherland; son Lee Bramlet; father and stepmother Byron and Carol Houggard; stepfather Joseph Bonino and stepmother Pamela Bonino; brother Ron L. Houggard; stepbrother Anthony Bonino; sister-in-law Sally McInnis; two nieces; two nephews; and many cousins.

The family extends their gratitude to the doctors, nurses and staff of Overlake Hospital’s critical care unit.

Mr. Strovas was raised in Borger, Tex., where he graduated from Borger High School. He attended Colorado University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from California State University—Fullerton. He also lived in Beaverton, Ore.; Boise, Idaho; and Redmond. Mr. Strovas served in the United States Marine Corps.

He and his wife, Jacqueline, were married June 4, 1959, in Borger, Tex.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing in his free time.

His family remembers that he had a smile and a laugh for everyone that he met.

Mr. Strovas is survived by his wife; his daughter Carissa and her husband Deke Crews of Birmingham, Ala.; his son Christopher and his wife Karissa Strovas of Bothell; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by Jerry Lynn Strovas, his infant son.

A celebration of Mr. Strovas’ life was held Jan. 27, at Calvary Chapel in North Bend.

The family asks that any memorial donations be made to the American Heart Association.

The lifelong Carnation resident was 49. Margo was born July 1, 1960, in Snoqualmie at Nelms Hospital to John and Nancy Edmunds. She was raised in Carnation, where she graduated from Tolt High School in 1979.

On Nov. 24, 1979, she married Michael E. Bauman at the Stillwater Church in Carnation. They settled in Carnation where she owned and operated Margo’s Day Care.

In her leisure time, Margo enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, gardening, canning and spending time with her family. Margo especially loved all the children she taught in day care.

Her family and friends remember her as a beautiful and loving wife and friend who possessed a warm heart and a wonderful sense of humor.

Survivors include her husband, Michael of Carnation; siblings, James Edmunds of Carnation, Jody Larson of North Bend and Sammy Gallert of Snoqualmie; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

A celebration of Margo’s life with a potluck reception will be held at 1 p.m. Jan. 30, at the Carnation Senior Center, 4610 Stephens Ave., Carnation.

Friends are invited to get directions, view photos and share memories in the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com

Arrangements were entrusted to Flintoft’s Funeral Home and Crematory, 425-392-6444.