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Doris H. Miller
Doris Helena Miller, 97, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2016.
A lifetime resident, Doris was born in Aberdeen, Wash., on Dec. 2, 1918, to Ernest and Leota Rice. Doris graduated from Weatherwax High School in 1936.
She married
Everett Miller on July 5, 1947. He passed away in 1991.
Doris was a homemaker, but occasionally worked as a waitress and housekeeper. She loved baking, gardening, sewing and walks.
Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Everett, her parents, her brother Maynard and her sister Vera.
She is survived by her son Wayne (Nancy) Miller of Aberdeen; her daughter Velma (Greg) Klisch of Lacey; and three grandchildren, Ron and Bryan Klisch and Katrina Roemmich.
Public viewing will be held on Monday, April 18 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Harrison Family Mortuary. At her request there will be no formal funeral service. A private family graveside service will take place at Fern Hill cemetery in Aberdeen.
Arrangements are entrusted to Harrison Family Mortuary.
Kathryn L. Bruner (Pittman)
Kathryn Louise Bruner (Pittman) passed away on April 9, 2016, after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Elma on July 11, 1949, and spent most of her life in Washington. Kathryn was a trailblazer for women in criminal justice serving as one of the first female police officers for the Puyallup Tribal Police and one of the first to serve with the Washington State Department of Corrections. She served in criminal justice in Washington for 38 years.
Kathryn is survived by her parents, James and Violet Pittman, brothers Ron and Joe and sisters Gloria and Rhoda. She was preceded in death by her brother James. She is survived by her husband Byron, a blended family of 10 children, 23 grandchildren, an extended family of cousins, nieces and nephews as well as many devoted friends.
A Memorial Service for Kathryn will be held on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, at 10 a.m. at the Abundant Life Church, 214 W. Young Street in Elma, Wash.
Anna May Tetreau
Anna May Tetreau, a longtime Montesano resident, died Friday, April 8, 2016in Sequim, Wash. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth, and is survived by her three sons, Edward, Alfred and Michael; daughters-in-law Theresa and Bonita, as well as nine step-grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Over the years, Anna was known for her classes in ceramics, her work in the VFW Auxiliary, as well as volunteering at the Montesano Art Gallery and Grays Harbor Genealogical Society.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in her name to Alzheimer research. There will be a memorial service at a time and place to be announced later.
Kristine Marie Barnes
Kristine Marie Barnes passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Thursday, April 14, 2016, at the age of 58. She was born to Bob and Anita Basich on May 27, 1957. Kris was a 1975 graduate of Aberdeen High School and Grays Harbor Community College in 1977, where she met her devoted husband, Leonard.
As we mourn our heartbreaking loss, the heavens are rejoicing. There is no doubt that Kris has already taken on a multitude of leadership roles among the saints. She will be terribly missed by family and friends who knew that if anything needed to be done and done right, just ask Kris, the go-to girl!
Kris gave a 110% effort in everything she did. As Office Manager at Ingram, Zelasko, & Goodwin, LLP for the last twenty three years, Kris could be counted on to do a multitude of jobs with her signature style and grace. Words cannot adequately describe her incredible talents whether it was on the sewing machine, computer, in the kitchen, or planning weddings. Kris’s organizational gifts were second to none and she was deeply passionate in whatever she set out to do. She was the right hand woman as her dad’s campaign manager, community fund-raiser, assistant coach, a second mother to a number of Harbor athletes, and a dedicated community servant.
Above all, Kris made family her #1 priority. Kris and her husband, Leonard, were inseparable. They were married
on July 30, 1977 for 39 years, and she was his best friend & most loyal fan in all his coaching roles at Grays Harbor College, Evergreen State College, and Aberdeen High School. Kris and Len were a team! As (honorary) “Assistant Coach”, statistician, uniform designer, analyst, and scout, she was Leonard’s “Special K.” They enjoyed traveling the country together as super fans for the Seahawks, Mariners, Huskies, and Zags.
Children and grandchildren were the center of Kris’s world. She was so proud and fiercely protective of her four children, Tiffanee, Dominic, Brandon, and Malloree. They will forever treasure the unconditional love and support she provided in all their activities. Kris easily shattered the bar in defining the role of “Team Mom”. Her three precious grandchildren, Peytyn, Maddox, and Emery were showered with constant love, quality time, and gifts.
Kris loved the Harbor, her beloved home for 58 years. She made a huge impact on so many lives. The Barnes’ home was a place of unlimited generosity and hospitality, lively conversations (including much second-guessing about coaching and officiating calls) and most importantly, genuine fellowship and laughter. She relished doing all the cooking for family gatherings, creating a wonderful presentation, and making all the beautiful arrangements. In Kris’s world, it was all about family! Her homemade ravioli and spaghetti sauce rivaled her Italian Grandmother, Nonni’s. Leonard and Kris also enjoyed celebrating her Italian heritage by wine tasting around the state.
Kris is survived by her loving husband, Leonard and their four children: Tiffanee Chaufty (fiancé Ryan Parson); Dominic Barnes (fiancé Nellie Root); Brandon Barnes; Malloree Fontanilla (Larry); her dear mother, Anita Basich; her in-laws, Maurice and Donna Barnes; her brother John Basich (Cindy); her sister, Kathy Hunsaker (Bill); brother-in-law Morris Lee (Marilyn); nephews Gabriel Basich (Amanda) and Rob Hunsaker; nieces Mylei Carlson (Steven) and Haley Mangum (Daniel); numerous cousins; and her three treasured grandchildren, Peytyn, Maddox, and Emery. Kris was preceded in death by her father, Robert “Bob” Basich, whom she held near and dear.
A public viewing will be held on Friday, April 22 from 4-6 p.m. at Harrison Family Mortuary. A family only viewing will follow from 6-7 p.m. Funeral Services will take place on Saturday, April 23 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Aberdeen. Reception will be held at the Grays Harbor College HUB.
To honor Kris’s legacy of unending service to the community and love of basketball, the family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Grays Harbor College Foundation for a basketball scholarship in her name (Kris Barnes Memorial).
James Travis Obias
Aug. 9, 2000 - April 13, 2016
James was the beloved son of Leslie Perdue and Travis Obias. James was blessed with adoring parents and relatives. His beauty of spirit sparkled brightly - like a comet, his life crossed the night skies. Like a comet, his life was extinguished long before we were ready to let him go. Now we are left to mourn the passing of his spirit, but grateful to have shared the wonder of James’ vibrant comet-like fire.
James loved his friends and family, lived for the exultant release of energy that soccer and wrestling provided. Like every teenager, he pushed against the boundaries that every loving parent provides. In the process of finding himself, he lost himself.
James is survived by his parents, Leslie Perdue and Travis Obias of Hoquiam; his grandfather Ron Perdue of Hoquiam; grandmother, Ruth (Dave) Pierce of Olympia; his sweet little aunt, Lillie Rose Perdue of Hoquiam; grandparents, Obie and Jeri Obias of Stevenson, Wash.; great-grandfather, Don Hubble; special aunt, Ondine St. Martin; uncles, Jamie Obias, Josiah Obias, Paul Obias, and Marc Perdue; aunts, Jayme Obias and Lorraine Payne of Stevenson; cousins, Amya, Aria, Delaney, Collin, Leah, Jayda, and Lilyanne Ruth; great-uncles, Scott Hubble and Todd Hubble and other relatives.
Services for James will be held at 3 p.m., Thursday, April 21, 2016, at the Immanuel Baptist Church at 1200 Soule Avenue in Hoquiam. Donations in James’ memory may be made to the Grays Harbor Community Foundation for the establishment of a scholarship fund in his name. Please mail them to 707 J Street, Hoquiam, WA 98550.
It is the hope of James’ family that his fellow students will join them to honor his memory. All are welcome. It is their wish that the memory of James Obias will remain with you always, that in his memory you will find tenderness and the strength to build a life that serves as a shining example for all to follow.
Direction is by the Coleman Mortuary, 422 - 5th Street in Hoquiam.
Dennis R. Walkup (Walkie)
Dennis Rex Walkup (Walkie) passed away April 14, 2016, at home due to congestive heart failure, at the age of 68. He left peacefully, in his sleep. He was born in Elma, March 22, 1948, and spent most of his life in Elma. He attended Elma High School for four years. Dennis worked for Simpson Timber Company for 39 years, retiring in 2005. He was a firefighter for the Bush Creek Fire Department for 12 years.
Dennis enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also enjoyed woodworking, campfires, clearing his property and working in his yard. Many of his wooden birdhouses, lighthouses, wishing wells and windmills decorate the neighborhood where he lived. He also enjoyed visiting his neighbors, helping others and spending time with his grandchildren.
Dennis is survived by his wife of 37 years, Cindy Walkup (Casteel) at the family home, one sister Donna L. Wilder (Walkup) of Montesano, three sons Donald R. Walkup, Ray R. Walkup and Delson R. Walkup, all of Elma, two grandsons Donald Walkup Jr. and Anthony Hamilton and four granddaughters Anna Walkup, Shelby Bolts, Addison Templeton, Emma Walkup, Daniel Kelly and Samuel Kelly, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service and celebration of Dennis’s life will be held Saturday, April 30, 2016, at 1 p.m. at the Northwest Life Center at 215 N. 3rd Street in Elma, Wash. (the old VFW hall). A potluck will follow. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to mail (1201 W. Star Lake Dr., Elma, WA 98541) or make a donation toward funeral expenses.
Alissa Jo Elway
Alissa Jo Elway passed away suddenly on March 18, 2016, in Mt. Vernon, Wash. She was born to Lem and Peg Elway on Sept. 29, 1980, in Aberdeen, Wash. Over the years, she also lived in Hoquiam and Anacortes, Wash.; Jacksonville, Fla.; and Plano, Texas.
Alissa graduated from Anacortes High School in 1999; and earned an AA from South Puget Sound Community College in 2011, and BA in Psychology, Law and Justice from Central Washington University in 2013. She worked as a rehabilitation Counselor for the State of Washington, was a 911 operator for eight years, and worked at C.A.R.E.
Alissa was a caring person. She always wanted to make sure you were okay. She had, to quote her cousin, a “wicked” sense of humor. You could always tell when she entered a room because the laughter would start. She had friends all over the world. Once you were her friend, you were her friend for life. She loved her family, especially her nieces and nephews.
Alissa was an athlete and especially enjoyed fast pitch softball. She loved photography, writing (had been published), and travel (went on many cruises, travelled to all but five states, and visited England, Wales and Ireland with her mom in 2010).
Alissa is survived by her parents; brother, Aaron (Laura) Elway, and their children, Tristan and Emersyn; and sisters, Angela (Dave) Garrity, and their children, Hannah and Jacob. She was predeceased by grandparents, Neil and Enid Osborn, Lem and Dorothy Elway, and George and Enid Keaton.
Services will be held Saturday, June 11, 2016, 11 a.m. at Capital Christian Center, 4431 Martin Way, Olympia, WA 98516. Memorial donations may be made to PTSD Foundation of America, PO Box 690748, Houston, TX 77269, or the Wounded Warrior Project, 2200 Alaskan Way, Suite 130, Seattle, WA 98121.
Annette Louise Culbertson
Lifetime Aberdeen resident and our sweet mother, sister and grandmother, Annette L. Culbertson, 58, died Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Wash., due to complications from the influenza virus. Annette was born to Matthew V. and Phillis J. (Anderson) Eliasson April 12, 1957. She was a 1975 graduate of Aberdeen High School. Annette married
William E. Patten in 1977 and gave birth to her only child, Julie in 1979. After divorcing William, Annette later married
Mitchell L. Culbertson in 1987 and was married
for 22 years before separating.
Annette spent her entire life taking care of not only her own family, but other people’s family members as well. She worked in various positions in local nursing homes and assisted living facilities, and as an in-home caregiver. Annette always had a smile on her face and would help out anybody anytime she could. When not working, Annette enjoyed spending time with her family camping, hiking, traveling, motorcycle riding and horse-back riding at the beach. Annette especially loved wildlife and collecting wildlife figurines. She spent most days spoiling the loves of her life, her grandchildren.
Annette will be missed dearly by her family. She is survived by her mother Phillis J. Wonsewicz, Aberdeen, Wash.; Daughter Julie (David) Day, Hoquiam, Wash.; sisters Mary (Charles) Anderson, Green Valley, Ariz.; Linda (Vincent) Leech, Boise, Idaho, brother John (Margaret) Eliassen, Tumwater, Wash.; grandchildren James and Jenna Wakefield, Hoquiam, Wash.; Alex (Abbie) Day, Sunnyside, Ore.; Stephen (Trisha) Day, Clackamas, Ore.; nieces Maija (Ernest Pulford) Anderson, Stacie (Lee) Standerfer, Megan Eliassen, nephew Matt (Mika) Anderson, and her three great-grandchildren Stephany, Koltan, and Emily.
Annette was preceded in death by her father Matthew Eliassen and sister Carol Hannick (Eliasson).
A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In the meantime, Annette’s family would like to remind everyone to live each day to its fullest, just as she did.
Donald Anton Stubb
Donald Anton Stubb, 95, a longtime Harbor resident, died at Gulke Manor in Montesano, with his family close by, Monday, April 11, 2016. He was born at Norman, Wash. Feb. 4, 1921, the son of Elias and Etta L. (Venard) Stubb.
Don attended East Stanwood schools, Mt. Vernon Jr. College and the University of Washington, School of Forestry, graduating in 1946. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard as a weather Aerographer First Class in the Pacific during World War II.
In Seattle he met Annabel Sundfor, a girl from Watford, N.D. and they were married
in Seattle in 1945. Annabel died in June of 1966. Don would then marry Carol Grobey in Seattle in 1967.
Don worked as a forester for Rayonier, Inc. and then ITT Rayonier during the old days of “Field Forestry”, which he dearly loved, for his entire working life. After retirement he would remain as a contract consultant for several years.
He was an Inventory Forester (CFI) and photogrammetrist, and was famous for walking faster through the woods than anyone. He also loved his co-workers, a colorful bunch, to say the least. He had hiked all over the Olympic Peninsula and Pacific County in his work. His humor was legendary.
Don was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church as a Sunday school teacher and congregational leader. He later joined Calvary Lutheran Church and served on the Board of Trustees for many years. He had been a Boy Scout leader and often hiked with his boys. A favorite hike was out on the beach at Ozette where he tended the site of the Norwegian Memorial.
He was named Pioneer of the Year at the Polson Museum in Hoquiam in 2009. He also helped build sets at the Driftwood Playhouse, both in Hoquiam and later Aberdeen. He was always building something of wood including his two-story garage and shop, almost singlehandedly.
At age 95, Don was preceded in death by his parents and a step-mother, Marie; also his two brothers, Eugene and Ted Stubb.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Carol; two sons: Greg and wife Geri Stubb, and Eric and wife Leah Stubb; four step-children: John and wife Kathryn Grobey, Karin and husband Alex Young, Kristin Grobey and Carl and wife Jenny Grobey; and former daughter-in-law, Kathleen Simons. There are also 19 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren in his blended family.
A celebration of Don’s life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 30 at Calvary Lutheran Church, Aberdeen. A reception will follow at the Aberdeen Museum, 111 E. 3rd St., Aberdeen.
The family suggests memorials may be made to the Union Gospel Mission, P.O. Box 859, Aberdeen, WA 98520.
Arrangements are entrusted to Twibell’s Fern Hill Funeral Home, 2208 Roosevelt St., Aberdeen.
R.L. Nations
R.L. Nations was born on Feb. 26, 1928, in Silva, N.C. He passed away on Jan. 3, 2016, in Vancouver, Wash.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth, his mom and dad, Myrtle (Dills) and Grady Nations, and his sister, Sue Triplett.
He is survived by his daughter Brenda Carlson (husband Steven) of Aloha, Ore. and his son Norman Nations (wife Tretha) of Chehalis, Wash.; three grandchildren Mike Hendrickson (wife Ninfa), Michelle Hendrickson, Ami (Nations) Triana (husband Joe) and 15 great-grandchildren Halle, Ava, Jo Jo, Kendall and Laney Triana, Kacey, Michaela and Jamie and William Lutey. He is also survived by his three brothers Arnold, Lester and Elzie Nations and two sisters Luciell and Freda.
When he and his siblings grew up during the depression they raised their own animals and grew their own food. The kids made their own toys.
After R.L. and Ruth got married
, they soon moved to Darrington, Wash. where he ended up working in the woods. They bought 5 acres and started raising pigs, beef and chickens. R.L. grew a big garden every year, something he really enjoyed doing. He also went hunting and nearly bagged his deer every year. He loved his westerns, especially Bonanza and Gunsmoke. He also enjoyed Bluegrass music and had a banjo and guitar that he picked on sometimes. His favorite cake was coconut and he usually had one on his birthday every year.
He was a good friend and neighbor who always helped people in need.
He retired from the woods in Humptulips, Wash. Later in life he learned to weave baskets from his sister Freda. He made baskets for many of his family members. He spent the last four years of his life at the Cascade Care Center in Vancouver, Wash. They really enjoyed seeing him wear his cowboy hat and singing “Oklahoma Hills”.
There will be a celebration of his life held on Saturday, May 7, 2016, at Mt. View Baptist Church on Fullerton Ave. in Darrington, Wash. at 1 p.m.
In lieu of flowers a contribution can be made to the Darrington Community Kitchen.
Kevin James Sisk
Lifelong Harbor resident, Kevin James Sisk, 59, died at his home in South Aberdeen, Friday, April 15, 2016. He was born in Aberdeen, March 5, 1957, the son of David William and Sheila (Everson) Sisk.
Kevin was a 1975 graduate of Weatherwax High School and had worked at Ocean Spray for many years. He had also worked in shake mills and later would operate his own landscaping and lawn care business. He also liked to collect vinyl records known as “Garage Punk.”
Kevin is survived by a sister: Kelly Hern, Montesano; and three brothers: Keith and Kyle Sisk, both of Aberdeen and Kory Sisk, Shelton.
A celebration of his life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 30 at the 40 et 8 Club, 2313 Simpson Ave., Aberdeen.
Arrangements are entrusted to Twibell’s Fern Hill Funeral Home, Aberdeen.
Jessie D. Ohls
Jessie Dolores Ohls was born on Dec. 7, 1927, in Aberdeen, Wash., to Joseph E. and Gladys Saurage. Dolores grew up in Central Park and graduated from Weatherwax High School and Grays Harbor College. Dolores then graduated from Central Washington in Ellensburg and was employed by the Ellensburg Public School District. She also attended the University of Washington. In 1955, Dolores married
Victor Ohls and moved to Woodinville, Wash., where she was employed by the Northshore School District. Vic and Dolores built a home in Woodinville and enjoyed gardening, raising various farm animals and was also an avid knitter plus square dancing, round dancing and belonged to the Northwest Regional Spinners and the Unity Church in Everett. Dorothy was a creative person in general. In 2013 Dolores moved to the Panorama Retirement Community in Lacey. She was preceded in death by Vic in 2001 and is survived by her daughter Lynn Ohls of Seattle.
Dolores will be laid to rest in Mt. Pleasant cemetery in Seattle.
Betty L. Ellis
Betty Lois Ellis, 88, longtime Aberdeen resident and homemaker, died Sunday, April 17, 2016, at Westhaven Villa in Aberdeen.
Betty was born on April 19, 1927, in Willow Springs, Mo., to Bert and Bess Marie (Hearndon) York. A few years later, they moved to Aberdeen, where Betty graduated from Weatherwax High School in 1945. She was also a member of the Weatherwax High School Song Queens that year.
On Jan. 11, 1949, Betty married
James Baxter Ellis in Hoquiam. He passed away on July 26, 2013.
Betty worked for Dairygold in Aberdeen in the mid-60s and then for Elmore Boom Co. at Terminal 4 until the early 1970s. But her main focus was caring for her family.
She was a member of the Ladies Club at Oakridge Golf Course. She also enjoyed knitting and crossword puzzles.
Betty is survived by two sons: Dane Ellis of Bellingham and Rod Ellis of Aberdeen as well as a sister, Shirley Kendall of Elma. She was preceded in death by a brother Nelson York.
There will be a memorial service for Betty on Friday, April 29, 2016, at 1 p.m. in Fern Hill Funeral Home’s chapel.
Arrangements are entrusted to Twibell’s Fern Hill Funeral Home in Aberdeen.
James A. Nowogroski, MD “Doc”
James suddenly passed and joined the big tree farm in the sky with his beloved pets, including dogs Shadow and Misty on April 4, 2016.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Al and Nellie and is remembered and survived by his wife, Jane of 40 years, his children Jamie and Jill, and much family, friends and acquaintances he leaves behind.
A Celebration of Life gathering will be held Saturday, May 21, 2016 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Zion’s River Church, 4602 S 56th St. Tacoma, WA 98409.
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Parkinson’s Resource Organization or Canine Companions for Independence.
