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McClung, Pansy Mae
Tuesday, 02 Dec 2003
Pansy Mae McClung, 73, of Oak Harbor, died in a car accident Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2003, in Oak Harbor. She was born June 25, 1930, to Mr. and Mrs. Ring, in Fort Collins, Colo. Pansy married her husband, Wallace Lee McClung, Sept. 7, 1966, in San Diego.
She was previously employed for 13 years as a supervisor at Swinomish Casino gift shop before her retirement in 2000. Pansy’s all-time favorite thing was having her grandchildren near her to watch movies with, take shopping and purchase things for them — she would do anything for them. After that, she was the biggest Elvis fan ever. Anything that had Elvis on it — she owned. Pansy also loved to watch football, especially the Seahawks. She would jump and yell and get so excited when watching games.
Her favorite hobby was bingo. She played faithfully and also believed she would win the lottery. Pansy loved to work and worked as long as she could.
She even tried to work following retirement. She loved people and everyone who met her, loved her. She could talk and tell stories all day and make everyone laugh. Her favorite was telling stories to the grandchildren about their parents. Pansy was the best and none of us will ever be able to see,or hear Elvis again without thinking of her and her phone that rang to “Jailhouse Rock.”
Pansy is survived by her husband, Wallace, of Oak Harbor; two sons and daughters-in-law, Gregg and Nancy Tabb of Albuquerque, N.M., and William and Sonia McClung of Anacortes; two daughters, Debbie Madrazo of Oak Harbor and Cheryl Kay of Anacortes; 10 grandchildren, Jennifer, Mikel, Christel, Kathleen, Andrew, Jonathan, Ryan, Rachel, Laura and Clay; two great-grandchildren, Shawna and Sixtoe; and one sister and brother-in-law, Wilma and Cecil Christman of Fort Bragg, Calif. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, at Evans Funeral Chapel in Anacortes. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes.
Wheeler, Bruce Andrews
Tuesday, 02 Dec 2003
Bruce Andrews Wheeler of Black Diamond died Dec. 2, 2003, in Renton. He was born Oct. 9, 1926, in Oak Harbor. He was married in Oak Harbor and served in the U.S. Navy stationed at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station.
He was preceded in death by twin sons. He was a member of the Retired Airline Pilots Association. Mr. Wheeler enjoyed electronics, woodworking, travel and his family. He is survived by his wife Betty of Black Diamond, son Bill and wife Cindy of Black Diamond and his daughter Carrie and her husband Bob Hartman of Kent, grandchildren Anna Hartman, Billy and Sarah Wheeler; brother Robert Wheeler and sister Betty Steinsiek.
Services will be held Monday, Dec. 8, at 1 p.m. at Edline-Yahn and Covington Funeral Chapel in Covington. Memorials may be made to Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center.
Olson, Kathleen Ann
Tuesday, 02 Dec 2003
Kathleen Ann Olson died Dec. 2, 2003, at her home in Oak Harbor. She was born Feb. 13, 1954, in Van Nuys, Calif., to John R. and Margaret (Sterling) MacKinnon.
Kathy graduated with Honors from Pinkerton Academy in Derry, N.H., in 1972. Aug. 27, 1973, she married Glenn Olson of Seattle and moved to Seattle where her son Erik was born.
The raising of her son was her special joy, and the beautiful things she created for her home reflected her love of family and all of nature. Family and friends were always welcome for interesting, sometimes spirited conversations over a cup of tea.
She is survived by her son Erik and husband Glenn Olson of Seattle, her Mother Margaret, sister Mary, brothers John, Don, and Bill. A memorial service was held for family and friends Saturday, Dec. 6, at Burley Funeral Chapel.
Donations in memory of Kathy may be made to the American Diabetes Association by calling 1-800-DIABETES. Funeral arrangements by Burley Funeral Chapel.
Roodzant, Gardena
Sunday, 30 Nov 2003
Gardena Roodzant, 92, died Nov. 30, 2003, at HomePlace Special Care Center, Oak Harbor. She was born Feb. 17, 1911, on the Canadian prairie near Alderson, Alberta, Canada, to Dutch homesteaders, Herman and Reka Ponsteen.
Gardena emigrated with her family from Canada to Oak Harbor when Gardena was 12 years of age. She was married to Bert A. Roodzant in Oak Harbor on July 19, 1929. Bert and his brother operated Roodzant Brothers chicken farm and hatchery where the current Wagon Wheel Trailer Park is located. Later they added a bulb farm to the business. Gardena was a farm worker as well as a baby sitter and housekeeper. She was a life member of First Reformed Church of Oak Harbor. She enjoyed her church activities as well as crocheting.
Mrs. Roodzant is survived by two sons and their wives, Larry and Kay Roodzant and Les and Patricia Roodzant, all of Oak Harbor; and by one sister, Ann Sather of Brinnon. Six grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren also survive. One brother, Andy Ponsteen, and three sisters, Toni Rimer, Frieda Spaulding and Reka Ponsteen, preceded her in death.
Memorial services for Gardena Roodzant will be held at First Reformed Church of Oak Harbor Thursday, Dec. 4, at 11 a.m., with Pastor Jon Brown officiating. Memorials may be made to the Gideons. Private burial
was held at Fircrest Cemetery, Oak Harbor, under the direction of Burley Funeral Chapel, Oak Harbor.
Lindsey, Elizabeth T.
Sunday, 30 Nov 2003
Elizabeth T. Lindsey, 77, died Nov. 30, 2003, at the home of her daughter in Oak Harbor. She was surrounded by family. She was born July 9, 1926, in Hillsboro, Texas, to Egypt and Gertrude (Terrell) Tolliver. She was raised by her grandmother in Corpus Christi, Texas After graduating from Solomon Coles High School she met and married James Rebbetter. While married a daughter was born.
After living in California until 1957, Elizabeth and her daughter returned to Texas. She worked many years as a domestic and various other jobs. She eventually divorced from her first husband and later married Benjamin Lindsey. Both Ben and Elizabeth‚s mother, Gertrude died in 1982. Elizabeth was also preceded by her brother, Emanuel.
Elizabeth was a long time devoted member of the St. John the Baptist Church of Corpus Christi, Texas. She was totally committed to her church and its activities, including the women’s groups, church usher and assisted with the cooking for all the church functions. Elizabeth moved to Oak Harbor in 2001 to be with her daughter.
Mrs. Lindsey is survived by her daughter Myron Warner and son-in-law William E. Warner of Oak Harbor and one stepson James Rebetter of Santa Monica, Calif., grandchildren Alfred and Susan of Seattle, Andre’ and wife Chantee’ from Fairfield, Calif., and Kyle from Tacoma, and great-grandchildren Andre’, Alexander and Maricel and special cousins Wilbert and Lovie Powell in Corpus Christi, Texas. She also leaves a host of family and friends.
Family funeral services were held at Burley Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Fred Renfroe officiating. Cremation was held with private family inurnment to follow at a later date. Arrangements are by Burley Funeral Chapel
Williams, June Arlene
Monday, 06 Oct 2003
June Arlene Williams, 77, 12-year resident of Coupeville, passed away peacefully at Whidbey General Hospital,surrounded with love, on the morning of Oct. 6, 2003.
Mrs. Williams was born Feb. 6, 1926, in North Canton, Ohio. June and her husband Jack attended high school together in Akron, Ohio. They were married after Jack returned from World War II, and have been married for 56 years.
They moved to Federal Way in 1959, where she helped raise their four children. June later helped her husband build their dream home at Admirals Cove, where they retired.
June enjoyed being active in her community. She was a member of Coupeville Garden Club for many years. She served for two years as the club’s president, and has served as historian. She took pride in working with her friends in the garden club to help make Coupeville a more beautiful city, by planting flowers downtown and helping raise money to purchase statues of a boy and girl for Cook’s Corner Park.
June dearly loved her family, enjoyed her many friends, and always looked forward to meeting someone new. She cherished every moment of every day. She brought sunshine, smiles and laughter to the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
June is survived by her husband Jack Williams; her four children, Donna Ruth Kussmann of Des Moines; David George Williams and wife Deborah of Manhattan Beach, Ca.; Richard Allen Williams and wife Janet of La Grande, Ore.; and Nancy Ann Petry and husband William of Marysville. She also is survived by 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, George Bealer and Edna Hackenberg.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct.11 at 10 a.m. at Coupeville United Methodist Church, the Rev. Dr. Mary Boyd officiating. A reception will follow at the Masonic Center, 604 N. Main St., Coupeville. Private family interment will take place at Washington Memorial Park, Sea-Tac. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 2680, North Canton, OH 44720. Arrangements are under direction of Burley Funeral Chapel.
Johnson, Gloria Louise
Sunday, 05 Oct 2003
Gloria Louise Johnson, 69, 40-year resident of Oak Harbor, passed away Oct. 5, 2003 at Whidbey General Hospital.
Mrs. Johnson was born in Reading, Pa., Oct. 28, 1933, to Leroy Reinheimer and Florence (Albright) Reinheimer. She married Oscar Allen Johnson, Jr., Nov. 6, 1955, in Reading, and they lived at Camp Le Jeune, N.C., while Gloria served in the U.S. Marine Corps. After several years, they moved to Astoria, Ore., for a few years, and then to Oak Harbor in 1963. Gloria worked as a clerk at Myer’s Mini-Market for 17 years, after which she was employed as a dietary aide at Harbor Towers.
Gloria was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion Post No. 129, the Fleet Reserve Association and was also active in the Oak Harbor Senior Center. She attended Living Faith Christian Center. Gloria loved Karaoke, and was unofficially dubbed the reigning "Karaoke Queen" at the Senior Center. She also loved to play Bingo, Scrabble and Dominoes. She was known by her family and her many friends as a vibrant and giving lady.
Gloria is survived by her four children, Pier Ann Johnson, Mark Kevin Johnson and Katrina Renee Johnson, all of Oak Harbor, and Robert Peter Johnson of Billings, Mont.; three grandchildren, Haley Ann Jones and Nelson Lee Jones, both of Oak Harbor, and Robert Allen Johnson of Twin Lakes, Wis.; one sister, Evelyn Ignozzi and her husband Peter of Bradenton, Fla.; one niece, Pier Ignozzi of Bradenton, Fla.; one nephew, Pren Ignozzi of Redding, Pa. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar, on July 18, 1985, and by a brother, Leroy Reinheimer, Jr.
A memorial service will be Saturday, Oct. 11, at 2 p.m. at Burley Funeral Chapel, Pastor David Jenkins officiating. Memorials may be made to the Oak Harbor Senior Center. Arrangements and cremation are under direction of Burley Funeral Chapel.
Hodges, Earl Allen
Saturday, 04 Oct 2003
Master Chief Petty Officer Earl Allen Hodges, USN (Ret), died Oct. 4, 2003, after several months of battling a cancer in his lungs.
Memorial services will be held at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Oak Harbor Saturday, Oct. 11, at 1 p.m. A reception will follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that remembrances in the master chief's name be directed to the Salvation Army. A complete obituary will appear in the Oct. 11 Whidbey News-Times.
Berney, Robert Lee
Saturday, 04 Oct 2003
Memorial services for Robert Lee Berney will be held Friday, Oct. 10 at 3 p.m., at Whidbey Presbyterian Church, Oak Harbor. Bob Berney died Oct. 4, 2003, at University Hospital, Seattle. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Leukemia Research Fund, 1100 Fairview Avenue North, P. O. Box 19024, Seattle, WA 98109. A complete obituary will follow in the Saturday, Oct.11, 2003, edition of the Whidbey News Times.
Knue, Jean Marcellus
Thursday, 02 Oct 2003
Jean Marcellus Knue passed away peacefully Oct. 2, 2003, joining Bonnie his wife of 50 years.
Jean was one of nine children born to Joseph and Elizabeth Knue in Lawrenceburg, Ind., July 22, 1926. He met and married Bonnie Bash on Oct. 18, 1952, in Edmonds, Okla. They moved to Washington in 1962, where he began working for the Navy Exchange. He retired as the warehouse manager in 1982.
Jean’s passions in life were his kids, horses and 4-H. He and Bonnie were the founders of Spots and Saddles 4-H Club of Island County. He also enjoyed making toys, RV’ing and going out to dinner with friends and family. He was also a member of the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge No. 2362.
Jean’s sister Rita Knue of Lawrenceburg, Ind., and his children, Tim Knue and wife Ricky of Conway and Bev Kesselring and husband Jerry of Maple Valley survive Jean. He also has two loving grandchildren, Paul and Mark Knue, both currently attending Washington State University.
Funeral Mass was celebrated Monday, Oct. 6 at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Oak Harbor with Rev. Ronald Belisle as Celebrant. The Rites of Committal followed at Maple Leaf Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Burley Funeral Chapel, Oak Harbor.
Johnston, Richard Henry
Wednesday, 01 Oct 2003
Richard Henry Johnston died peacefully on the morning of Oct. 1, 2003. He was born Sept. 25, 1917 in Tacoma. His family moved to Kirkland when he was one year old. He married Dorothy M. Albert in 1942 and had two children, Maren Jensen-Metcalf and Kenneth Scott Johnston, both of Whidbey Island.
He worked for the Boeing Co. for 30 years as a master mechanic in automotive, but also had a business of his own, selling moorage at his own dock in Houghton (later annexed to Kirkland). He enjoyed restoring, selling and simply enjoying boats. He and his family lived on the shores of Lake Washington for over 30 years, and spent most vacations on the water in their Blanchard Dream Boat named the “Antares” after a nautical star.
He was a volunteer fireman and policeman for the town of Houghton for many years, and took pride in his involvement in the community. He loved to square dance, had a beautiful singing voice, and a sense of humor that he was known for by many. He loved to regale anyone who’d listen, with a good tale from the past.
He had been a part of Whidbey Island since he was a child, traveling here by boat to fish and camp. He became a permanent resident almost 30 years ago.
He’d been a loving partner to Lois Thayer for the last 16 years of his life. Feeling that he’d finally met a true soul mate, they traveled and fished their way up and down the coast from Baja to Alaska.
He is survived by his beloved Lois; his two children, Maren and Scott; and four grandchildren, Olivia Teal Asplund of Piedmont, Calif., Nicolas Wren Metcalf of Seattle, Cassie Amanda Johnston and Travis Richard Johnston, both of Whidbey Island.
Special thanks to the entire team at Hospice of Whidbey Island, who made it possible for Dad’s peace and comfort the last three weeks of his life.
Services will be held on Friday, Oct. 10, at 1 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freeland, across from Island Athletic Club on Highway 520. Arrangements are under the care of Visser Funeral Home in Langley.
Phillips, Clarence Eugene 'Gene'
Tuesday, 30 Sep 2003
Clarence Eugene “Gene” Phillips, 71, of Oak Harbor, died Sept. 30, 2003, at his home, following a lengthy illness.
Mr. Phillips was born April 11, 1932, in Phoenix, Ariz., to Clarence Vascar Phillips and Margaret Jane (Gamble) Phillips. As a child, Gene moved with his family to Richmond, Calif., where he attended school. During the Korean Conflict, Gene entered the U.S. Air Force. He was stationed in England, where he met Edna Brett. They were married in Richmond, Calif., on July 26, 1953. They were residents of Pinole, Calif., where Gene owned and operated Pinole Foreign Car Repair. In 1977, Gene moved with his wife to Orcas Island, where he became owner-operator of Gene’s Foreign Car Repair in Olga. He enjoyed cars, motorcycles and RVing with his wife.
Gene is survived by his wife, Edna, at home; three children, son Donald Gene Phillips and wife Debra of Pinole, Calif., and daughters Denise Gail Hendrix and husband Robert and Diane Irene Geragotelis and husband John, all of Oak Harbor; nine grandchildren, Jeff and Dean Phillips of Pinole, Calif.; Jeremy Hendrix and wife April, Michael Hendrix and Jacey Geragotelis, all of Oak Harbor; David Hendrix of Kirkland; Melissa Hendrix of Renton; Brittany Geragotelis of New York City and Amy Geragotelis of Tucson, Ariz.; three great-grandchildren, Austin, Connor and Trevor Hendrix; one brother, Ralph W. Phillips of Rodeo, Calif.; also, one sister-in-law, Irene Reeves of Desert Hot Springs, Calif. He was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings.
In keeping with Gene’s wishes, services will be private for family only. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, through the MAC Clinic at Whidbey General Hospital, or to Friends of Home Health Care, P.O. Box 400, Coupeville, WA 98239. Arrangements and cremation under direction of Burley Funeral Chapel.
Robertson, Richard R.
Monday, 29 Sep 2003
Richard R. Robertson, 83, died Sept. 29, 2003, at Careage of Whidbey, Coupeville. He was born Dec. 22, 1922, in Rawlins, Wyo., to Peter S. and Leta M. (Alcorn) Robertson. He was raised in California, where he graduated from high school.
Richard entered the Navy during World War II, where he served as a fighter pilot aboard the escort carrier USS Lunga Point. He worked most of his life in mid-management for Southern California Edison Company. Richard and his wife Betty moved to Oak Harbor upon their retirement in 1981.
Richard was preceded in death by his wife Betty. His son Larry and daughter-in-law Mome of Ontario, Calif., and grandson Bret and a stepson John and stepdaughter Willo and his beloved cousin Betty of Atascadero, Calif., survive him.
Cremation was held with private family inurnment to follow at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Burley Funeral Chapel.
Byrd, Joy May
Sunday, 28 Sep 2003
Joy May Byrd, 74, died Sept. 28, 2003, at Whidbey General Hospital, Coupeville. She was born Jan. 5, 1929, in Okmulgee, Okla., to Roy Ellsworth and Mary Augusta (Miller) Roberts.
Joy was raised in Redondo Beach, Calif., and graduated from Redondo Beach High School. At the age of 17, she was married to Johnny Ray Byrd. She and Johnny raised three children. As an Army family, Joy and Johnny traveled the world. The military sent them to Germany, France, Guam and Korea, as well as across the United States.
Joy obtained her certificate as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). Following Johnny’s retirement she returned to Bellevue Community College and received her license as a registered nurse (RN). She worked at Swedish Hospital, Seattle, for 15 years in the maternity ward.
Joy moved to Whidbey Island 13 years ago to be near her sister, Happy. She enjoyed traveling, fishing, needlepoint, reading, puzzles, trains and bears. Most of all, she enjoyed her family.
Joy is survived by her husband Johnny at the family home, Coupeville; by two children Margot Susanna Rowland of Auburn and Keith Martin Byrd and his wife Deborah of Bellevue. Two brothers and one sister survive her: Dick Roberts of Bellevue, Pat Roberts of Lake Almoner, Calif., and Annie Harbuck of Redondo Beach, Calif. Seven grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive. One daughter Linda Rae Wilcox and two sisters, Dorothy Hathaway and Gladys "Happy" Street, and one brother Roy Roberts preceded her in death.
Private family services were held at Burley Funeral Chapel, Oak Harbor, on Sept. 30, with Mr. Keith Martin Byrd officiating. Cremation was held with private family inurnment to follow at a later date. Arrangements by Burley Funeral Chapel.
Griffin, David Edward
Friday, 26 Sep 2003
David Edward Griffin, 83, longtime resident of Oak Harbor, died Sept. 26, 2003, at Whidbey General Hospital following a lengthy illness.
Mr. Griffin was born in Athens, Ala., on Sept. 24, 1920, to Albert Griffin and Mamie Suanna (Sinyard) Griffin. He was raised in Athens, where he graduated from high school. At age 20, David entered the U.S. Navy, and served during World War II and the Korean Conflict. His duty stations included NAS Sand Point, NAS Klamath Falls, Atlanta, Ga. and Whidbey Island Naval Air Station, where he retired as a chief petty officer. Following his retirement from the Navy, he entered civil service as a fireman for NAS Whidbey Fire Department, retiring as fire chief in 1974.
Aug. 4, 1996, David married his longtime friend and companion Sharon Ann Riksen. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and cooking. He was a member of the National Rifle Association.
David is survived by his wife, Sharon, at home in Oak Harbor; two daughters, Dawn Michelle Phipps of Oak Harbor and Marcella Cheetah of Seattle; two sons, Ronald Griffin of Oak Harbor and Albert Griffin of Clearwater, Fla.; one sister, Elizabeth Aldridge of Athens, Ala.; one brother, Villard Griffin of Gulf Breeze, Fla.; also, numerous other relatives. He was preceded in death by a sister, Jewell Leopard.
A private family graveside service will be held Wednesday, Oct. 1, at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Cmdr. Fred H. Renfroe, CHC, USN (Ret.) officiating. Military honors will be under the auspices of NAS Whidbey Honor Guard. Memorials may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Washington, 10323 S.E. 13th Place, Bellevue, WA 98004-6726. Arrangements by Burley Funeral Chapel.
Davison, Gerald Brennen
Thursday, 07 Aug 2003
Gerald Brennen Davison, 53, died Aug. 7, 2003, at Careage of Whidbey from complications of heart failure. Jerry, as his friends knew him, was born Sept. 20, 1949, in Pasco, to Gerald W. and Caroline (Brennen) Davison. Jerry was raised in Richland and graduated from Richland High School in 1971.
Jerry went on to North Seattle Community College, receiving his associates of arts degree in food service. He began his career as a chef in Seattle and then on to the Tri-Cities area. In 1988, Jerry moved to Oak Harbor. He was employed as a chef for McDonald’s Restaurants at both the Oak Harbor and Whidbey Island Naval Air Station facilities.
Jerry Davison was an active member of First United Methodist Church of Oak Harbor. He was often involved in cooking for the youth group at church. He was a very enthusiastic Mariners fan, enjoyed hunting and fishing in past years and enjoyed helping other disabled persons. Each year, he participated in the cancer walk in Oak Harbor.
Jerry is survived by his father and stepmother, Jerry and Genevieve Davison of Oak Harbor; and by his mother, Caroline Ameden of Camano Island. One brother, Gregory W. Davison of Kirkland, and one sister Nancy Harbour of Anchorage, Alaska, also survive him.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, at First United Methodist Church of Oak Harbor. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church of Oak Harbor, Touch of Faith Signing Choir.
Cremation was held with private family inurnment to follow at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Burley Funeral Chapel, Oak Harbor. This obituary is on-line at hppt://burley.plan4ever.com.
White, Frances
Wednesday, 06 Aug 2003
Frances M. White, formerly of Wichita, Kan., died at her sister’s home in Oak Harbor Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2003, following a brief illness.
Mrs. White was born in Detroit May 28, 1925, to Homer Francis McClung and Caroline Marie (Anderson) McClung.
Frances is survived by her sister, Pat Thompson of Oak Harbor; two daughters, one son-in-law; one daughter-in-law; seven granddaughters; and several great-grandchildren; also, many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by three sons and one daughter.
In keeping with her request, no service will be held. Arrangements and cremation are under direction of Burley Funeral Chapel.
Jensen, Jr., Donald Howard
Sunday, 03 Aug 2003
Donald Howard Jensen, Jr., 59, 23-year resident of Freeland, died Aug. 3, 2003 at Careage of Whidbey following a lengthy illness.
Mr. Jensen was born in Tacoma Sept. 1, 1943, to Donald Howard Jensen, Sr., and Ellen Anne (Langlow) Jensen. He was raised in Tacoma where he graduated from Wilson High School in 1961. He received a double degree in accounting and business from Washington State University in 1968. Donald opened a CPA practice in Lynnwood, which he operated for a time. He was president of Lynn-o-rama for several years, and among the awards received, he was named Outstanding Young Businessman by the Lynnwood Jaycees in 1973. He was also president of the Lynnwood Jaycees for 1972-73.
Donald served in the United States Air Force Reserve. He moved to Whidbey Island in 1980, and owned the Donald H. Jensen CPA firm on South Whidbey. He was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Clinton and the American Legion Post No. 141 in Langley. He loved boating, music and social gatherings. He did much for others without expecting anything in return. He was a giving, caring and humble man.
Donald is survived by his daughter, Blythe Jensen of Seattle; his mother, Ellen Anne Jensen, of Lake Oswego, Ore.; his sister, Sharon Odman and husband Dennis of West Linn, Ore.; also one niece and one nephew. He is also survived by his longtime companion, Margaret "Peggy" Fox of Freeland.
In keeping with his wishes, no service will be held. Arrangements by Burley Funeral Chapel.
Ulman, Albert
Friday, 01 Aug 2003
Albert Ulman died Aug. 1, 2003, at home in Oak Harbor after a long illness. He and his family, at one time, were residents of Stockton, Calif. He was born June 29, 1922, to John and Rosa Ulman in Hastings, Neb. Albert served in the U.S. Army’s 33rd Division from 1941 to 1943.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Beulah Zeller, his children, Gary and Linda, four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and his brother John Ulman. He was a life-long member of Disabled American Veterans and a past commander of VFW Al Jordan chapter in Stockton, Calif.
At his request, there will be no services. A private interment will be held at a later date. Contributions in his memory may be made to Skagit Valley Hospice, 1971 Highway 20, Sedro-Woolley WA 98284.
Thetford, Bernice
Thursday, 31 Jul 2003
Bernice Marilyn Thetford, 63, 37-year resident of Oak Harbor, died July 31, 2003, at her home.
Mrs. Thetford was born Nov. 6, 1939, in Westwood, Calif., to Ole Skoog and Dorothy Fern (Kurtz) Skoog. She was raised in Medford, Ore., where she graduated from high school. She graduated from Southern Oregon College in Ashland, Ore., where she received a bachelor’s of science degree in medical technology. She also received a medical technician’s certificate from University of Oregon Health Sciences Center in Portland.
Sept. 14, 1963, Bernice married Oris Hannon Thetford in Medford. They moved to his various Navy duty stations, including California, The Philippines and eventually to Whidbey Island Naval Air Station in 1976. She was a member of the Retired Officers Wives Club. She enjoyed sewing, traveling and being with her daughters. Bernice had a gift for interior decorating and was known by her family as very house-proud.
Bernice is survived by her two daughters, Jillene Stevenson and husband Don of Thousand Oaks, Calif. and Robyn Plute and husband Rob of North Bend; three grandchildren, Gwynne and Jack Stevenson and Kyle Plute; one brother, Warren Skoog and his wife, Zenda of Singapore; three nieces, Jeannie Brown of Eugene, Ore., Debbie Note and husband Mike of Medford, Ore., and Kim Wiedeman and husband Jerry of Issaquah; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Darrel and Pat Thetford of Central Point, Ore.; also, many other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband Oris on March 17, 2001, and by a nephew, Arik Skoog in November 2002.
A service of remembrance will be held at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, Wednesday, Aug. 13, at 1 p.m., The Rev. John Lambert officiating. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, in memory of Oris Thetford, c/o Jo Balda, treasurer, P.O. Box 345, Oak Harbor WA 98277. Arrangements and cremation under direction of Burley Funeral Chapel.
Braidic, Donald Lee
Wednesday, 30 Jul 2003
Donald Lee Braidic, 53, seven-year resident of Oak Harbor, died July 30, 2003, at Skagit Valley Hospital following a brief illness.
Mr. Braidic was born Sept. 5, 1949, in Lynwood, Calif., to Arthur Jacob Braidic and Lelia Cleta (Encinas) Braidic. He was raised in San Diego, where he graduated from Helix High School. He attended Grossmont Junior College in El Cajon, Calif., for two years. Jan. 9, 1971, Donald married Angela Galovics in El Cajon. They lived in La Mesa, Calif., until 1996. He was employed as an expediter/dispatcher for the General Dynamics Corp. while in the San Diego area.
In 1996, the couple moved to Oak Harbor, and Donald was employed as a mechanic at the Boeing Everett Plant. In December 2002, he began driving trucks for Gordon Trucking Co. out of Bellingham. He enjoyed woodworking, model trains and stargazing.
Donald is survived by his wife, Angela, at home; his two children, Robert Stephen Braidic of Monroe and Chandra Lee Julander and husband Mike of Oak Harbor; his granddaughter Elizabeth Marie Julander; his brother, Larry John Braidic and wife Barbara of San Diego; his mother-in-law, Anna Elizabeth Angell of Oak Harbor; three brothers-in-law, Mark Steve Angell and wife Peggy of Oak Harbor and Stephen John Galovics and wife Barbara of Chesapeake, Va., and Lewis Edward Angell and wife Lynn of Liberty, Mo.; also, numerous nieces and nephews, including Kevin and John Braidic of San Diego. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Lelia Braidic.
A gathering to commemorate his life will be held Saturday, Aug. 9, at 2 p.m., at 1376 Crosby Road, Oak Harbor. Memorials may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Association, 3300 E. Sunrise Dr., Tucson, AZ 85718. Arrangements by Burley Funeral Chapel.
