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Dolly Mae Brazle
Dolly Mae Brazle passed quietly in her home on Nov. 19, 2012, at the age of 90.
She was born in Nighthawk, Wash. on April 8, 1922, to Charles and Sarah (McLean) Silverthorn.
After losing her mother at a young age, she was raised by her uncle and aunt, Harold and Hazel Oaks, of Okanogan, where she lived until her marriage to Everett Holmes on Nov. 30, 1941. Dolly had three children, Jerry, Kathy and Julie.
She worked for the telephone company for her entire 40 year career.
On Aug. 24, 1968, Dolly married Warren F. Brazle. She and Warren retired to Chesaw in 1979 where they built a home. Dolly and Warren were instrumental in helping to start the Chesaw Community Bible Church. They moved to Milwaukie, Ore. Thanksgiving 2006.
Dolly and Warren were married 43 years at the time of Warren’s passing in January 2012.
Dolly is survived by daughters, Kathy Holmes of Everett, Wash., and Julie McCorkle (Holmes-Brazle) of Milwaukie, Ore.; step-daughters, Beverly Boxleitner (Brazle) of Deer Park, Wash. and Verita Rowton (Brazle) of Curlew, Wash.; and her cousins/sisters Amber Lockett of Spokane, Wash. and Carolyn Clayton of Okanogan, Wash. Dolly is also survived by 20 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She is greatly missed.
Her husband, Warren F. Brazle, and son, Gerald S. Holmes, precede her in death.
A memorial service will be held in the spring in the Chesaw/Molson area with internment of both Dolly and Warren’s ashes in the Loomis Cemetery
afterward.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Chesaw Community Bible Church and/or Serenity Hospice (6975 SW. Sandburg St., Suite 190, Portland, Ore. 97223).
William “Bill” Crites
March 24, 1930-Nov. 22, 2012
William “Bill” Crites was born March 24, 1930 in Huntington Park, Calif., to Dewey and Dorothy Crites.
The family later moved to Cle Elum, Wash., where he went to school and graduated from Cle Elum High School with the Class of 1949.
Bill was a veteran of the Korean War. He was a retired plywood plant employee, but was never idle in his retirement.
He became known as “Crites The Can Man.”
He was an active member of the Church of the Nazarene and was always willing to give a helping hand to those in need.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie. Survivors include his brother, Joe, and wife, Linda Crites of Gig Harbor, Wash.; three nephews, one niece and their families.
Rae Ianniello
Rae Ianniello of Tonasket, Wash. passed on Nov. 24, 2012 at her home. She was born on Sept. 20, 1919 in New York, New York to Lucia and Tobias Albolino.
She was married to Joseph Ianniello for 58 years. They had three daughters and raised their family in Brooklyn, N.Y.. They later retired to Lake Worth, Florida together.
After the death of Joe, she moved to Frisco, Texas and then to Tonasket, Wash. She had a successful career in banking and was a great cook. Rae was a sparkly person, liked to laugh, and her insight of people helped many.
There was a Mass held on Nov. 27, 2012, at 11 a.m. at the Tonasket Catholic Church. followed by a Memorial celebration at the Tonasket Community Center.
Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel and the Okanogan Co. Crematory of Okanogan cared for the arrangements.
Susan Diane Seeger
Susan Diane Seeger, 57, of Omak, Wash. passed away peacefully on Nov. 30, 2012 at the Central Washington Hospital, Wenatchee, in the presence of her loving family. Sue was born April 6, 1955 in Richland, Wash., to Elvin W. “Bill” and Joan Marlene Clifford. She was the second of seven siblings.
A graduate of Richland High School in Richland, Wash., Sue pursued her R.N. nursing degree at Columbia Basin Community College in Pasco. Upon obtaining her degree, she moved to the Okanogan Valley in 1976. She had two boys, Joshua and Matthew Peterson, by the winter of 1981. She was a great supporter of her boys and Okanogan athletics in general.
In 1976, Sue joined Mid-Valley Hospital and began her long career in nursing, which continued up to her passing. Many in the community may recall loved ones that Sue cared for in the ER or ICU. Sue was devoted to her patients for over 36 years. Despite numerous medical issues of her own throughout the years, including a kidney/pancreas transplant in 2000, Sue’s first concern was always returning to her caring service for others in the community.
Sue’s colleagues thought of her as an invaluable member of the Nurses’ Union negotiations, and she was unquestionably respected by her peers, nurses and doctors alike.
Sue’s faith was an integral part of her life. Attending a youth summer church camp at age 11, she invited Jesus into her heart. Sue was an active member of the Okanogan Presbyterian Church, where she taught Sunday school class, was a member of the choir, and served as Elder.
In 2007, Sue married Dr. David Seeger of Omak. They enjoyed traveling together, specifically attending her father’s naval reunions annually throughout the country. They also took in musicals, movies, plays, and of course, shared an avid love of sports.
This summer Sue was diagnosed with oral cancer and underwent successful surgery at the University of Washington Medical Center in August. Shortly thereafter she was able to return to work. Further treatment complications led to a cardiac arrest. Sue’s strength, patience, selflessness, and unconditional encouragement will be missed by many, though we know she is now in the comfort and care of her Lord and Savior.
Sue was preceded in death by her mother, Joan; and her sister, Cynthia of Richland. She is survived by her husband, David Seeger of Omak; her father, Bill Clifford of Richland; her two sons, Josh Peterson (Angela Pifer) of Kirkland and Matt Peterson of Seattle; two step-sons, Craig Seeger (Kathryn Botsford) of Longmont, Colo., and Eric Seeger (Serene) of Gilbert, Ariz.; four brothers, Billy (Christie), Danny, Bobby (Trish), and Johnny; and sister, Connie Clifford, all of Richland; numerous nieces and nephews, including Kimberly, Michael, Courtney, and Kevin, all of Richland; and granddaughter, Kaileigh Peterson of Kirkland.
Services for Sue will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012 at the Cornerstone Christian Fellowship Church, Riverside Drive and Locust, Omak, followed by a graveside service at the the Okanogan Valley Memorial Gardens. A reception in her honor will be offered at Okanogan Presbyterian Church, 429 W Oak St. (behind the Courthouse), following the services. Reverend Chris Warren will be presiding.
Precht-Harrison-Nearants Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in her name to the American Cancer Society.
Sue would also encourage all to consider being an Organ Donor by checking that space on your driver license renewal.
Mamie Sue Trujillo
Mamie Sue Trujillo of Okanogan, Wash. passed away Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012. She was born Aug. 13, 1943, to her parents Charles and Bessie Lucile Loveday in Richmond, Calif.
Mamie and her husband, Jonny, met in 1960 at Grants, New Mexico, married, and began their whirlwind life together that lasted 52 years. Mamie was a loving wife and mother and will be missed. While Mamie was first and foremost a homemaker most of her life, she also owned and operated many businesses over the years with her husband, Jonny. Their final business venture together was the U & I Motel in Okanogan.
Mamie is survived by her husband Jonny Trujillo; and children, Timothy Trujillo, Shirley Chambers, Paula Trujillo, Howard Trujillo, and Sheila Katrina Trujillo. She was preceded in death by her son, Paul David Trujillo; and her parents. Mamie had 17 grandchildren: Tina Marie, Anatolia, Alexander, Heidi, Jonathan, Amber, Diane, Chase, Sheila Rose, Melisa, Bryan, Heather, Alisha, and Joshua Trujillo, Anthony and Amanda Gililland, and Morgan Chambers; and 10 great-grandchildren.
A Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 30, 2012 at Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel on Elmway in Okanogan. Visitation will be held from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, at the Our Lady of the Valley Church in Okanogan. Interment will be at the Okanogan Valley Memorial Gardens on the flats in between Omak and Okanogan.
Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel is caring for the arrangements.
Michael Jean Wilson
Michael Jean Wilson, 63, Okanogan, Wash., passed away at his home on Monday, Nov. 26, 2012. He was born Aug. 3, 1949.
He is survived by family, friends and associates.
Mike loved life, the open road and music. He spent 40 years designing, drafting and building countless structures throughout the Northwest.
He served honorably in the U.S. Navy as a SeaBee, providing freedom for all to live without fear. He worked diligently at the Trojan Nuclear Power Plant, ensuring the Northwest had adequate energy to survive without need. He retired with a passion, gift and ability to produce structures that will stand over time and leave an impression. Mike will be remembered for his simple jokes, open heart, and “can do” attitude.
His ashes will be buried at Washington State VA Cemetery, Medical Lake, Wash., with plans for a memorial bike ride next spring.
Betty Lou Mitchell Beard
Betty Lou Mitchell Beard, 91, of Omak, Wash., passed away peacefully on Nov. 19, 2012 in Crane, Missouri, in the presence of her loving family.
Betty was born on Dec.14,1920 in Hurley, Missouri. Betty’s parents died when she was a very young child. She was raised by her sister, Josephine Gold. She was 8 of 9 children. She was the last sibling living of her family.
In the 1960’s Betty moved from Missouri to Oroville, Wash. Then in 1964, she moved to Omak, Wash., where she worked at Gene’s Grocery Store and at Mid Valley Hospital as a housekeeper. She worked for many years at these jobs.
In 1970, Betty married Elder Gordon Beard, pastor of Douglas St. Missionary Baptist Church, which after became Faithful Baptist Church. Betty was a member there until her death. We have precious memories of a dear sister in the Lord. She was a friend to all, with such a generous heart. She is definitely loved and missed by all who knew her.
Betty is survived by a nephew, Bill Gold; several stepchildren; Clifford Klimek families; and her brothers and sisters in Christ at Faithful Baptist Church.
Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012 at the Faithful Baptist Church, 19th N. Douglas St. followed by a reception afterwards. Pastor David Warner will preside. Burial to be at the Omak City memorial at a later date.
Any flowers or memorial contributions may be made to Faithful Baptist Church, Omak, Wash.
Hazel Helen (James) Hamilton
Hazel Helen (James) Hamilton, 99, of Omak, died Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012 at Valley Care Center in Okanogan, Wash.
Hazel was born Sept. 17, 1913 in Spokane, Wash to Geo and Orpha James. She lived in Omak since 1926.She married Calvin Hamilton on July 26, 1930 in Omak, Wash. They were blessed with a son, Richard Hamilton.
Hazel is survived by her son, Richard (Shirley) Hamilton; five grandsons, Tim (Gina) Hamilton, David Hamilton, Neil Hamilton, Michael Hamilton, and Jeff Hamilton; three granddaughters, Kim (Jay) Moomaw, Joanne Hamilton, and Kerry Hamilton; three great-grandchildren LaBrie Gunn, Deneige Gunn, and Leo Moomaw; and two great-great grandchildren, Ava Watt and Olivia Clark.
Hazel was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Hamilton; and both of her parents.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, at the Omak Memorial Cemetery behind the funeral home on Elmway.
Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until noon at the Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel prior to the graveside service.
Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel is in care of the arrangements.
Walter LeRoy Myers
Walter LeRoy Myers, 87, passed away Dec. 3, 2012, in the comfort of his Monroe, Wash. home. Walt was born on Jan. 7, 1925, in Sullivan, Ill., to Earl and Eunice Myers.
His family relocated to Eastern Washington when he was a child, and he graduated from Omak High School. During World War II, he served as a pilot in the United States Army Air Force, after which he returned to Seattle and married the love of his life, Shirley (Ingle) Myers, in 1947.
Walt enjoyed a long, rewarding career in the tire business, owning his own store in Kenmore, Wash. He and Shirley retired to their dream home in 1977, which sits on a beautiful, wooded 5-acres in Monroe. They enjoyed many wonderful years together before Shirley's death in October 2008.
His interests included his large group of friends and family, a myriad of do-it-yourself projects, and his thoroughbred racehorses.
Walt is survived by his brothers and their spouses, Frank and Rhonda Myers, and Dick and Marge Myers; a son and his spouse, Bret and Margaret Myers; a daughter and her spouse, Deborah and Terry Loisel; as well as his 23 beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2012, at Sunset Hills Funeral Home in Bellevue, Wash.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
John Felix Steg
3/30/1923 – 12/8/2012
John Steg, age 89, passed away in his sleep peacefully at home in Oroville. He was born to Alseit and Elsie Steg in Sandpoint, Idaho where he experienced several outdoor adventures. Both he and his brother, Bob’s, childhood antics can even be found in some of Patrick McManus’ stories of outdoor life in northern Idaho. John’s own colorful stories included: fish tales, hunting, camping, and bear stories. John wore many hats over the course of his life. He was a sailor, lineman, radio repairman, packing boss, Boy Scout Master, beekeeper, father, grandfather, great-Grandfather, great-great-grandfather, and storyteller.
During World War II, he served as an electronic technician on the USS Mt. Olympus, an amphibious force command ship in the Pacific. It was just outside of Tokyo right after the bomb was dropped, riding out big storm waves. His patriotism was modeled to and expected of his family.
The call of his Swiss beekeeping heritage and independent spirit lead him to grow his hobby to a beekeeping business. He met the love of his life and married his honey, Betty Buhr, on Feb. 27, 1948. For seven years he worked as a lineman for Mountain States Power Company in Bonner County. They moved to Oroville in 1955, with three children, to become commercial beekeepers, serving area fruit growers for the next 41 years. During the next 16 years, John was also a packing foreman for Stadelman Fruit Company as his family grew to five children.
In 1970, he added California almond pollination to the mix of beekeeping and honey production. John and Betty included their children and grandchildren in the daily beekeeping operations, teaching them not only the art of beekeeping, but also added life lessons.
He was active in community organizations, serving several years in the Oroville Grange, and the American Legion. As an avid outdoorsman, he made a lasting impression on several young men as a Boy Scout Master. He enjoyed being the Grand Marshall at the Oroville May Day parade with a bee theme. He served as a lay minister at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. After retiring, he and Betty traveled around the United States on many adventures seeing places and events. They helped with catholic missions in Arizona, Mexico and Guatemala.
John had a knack for telling stories about the events in his life that would always captivate his audiences. Family sing-alongs included John on the accordion, with Betty playing the piano. He loved to dance with his wife, even in the living room of their home. In the last 14 years, his zest for life carried him through despite the complications of a stroke. He will be missed, yet his legacy will live on.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alsiet and Elsie; brother, Robert; and son, Henry. He is survived by his wife, Betty, of 64 years; children, Don Steg, Lynn and Bob Johnson, of Oroville Wash., Janet and Roger Dormaier of Lynden, Wash.; and Susan and Kim Edwards of Kettle Falls, Wash.; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren.
Rosary service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, 2012, and funeral mass will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, at the Oroville Catholic Church.
Following Mass, there will be a military graveside service at the Oroville Riverview Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the charity of choice.
Bergh Funeral Service of Oroville/Tonasket are in care of arrangements.
Sondra Jacquelynn Schultz
Sondra Jacquelynn Schultz, known affectionately to her family and friends as Sandi, age 74, of Omak, Wash. passed away peacefully at her home on Dec. 4, 2012.
She was born at Nakoosa, Wisc., on January 17, 1938 to John and Mamie Diesburg.
Sandi was preceded in death by her parents and younger brother, Danny.
Her family migrated to Palmer, Alaska in 1949, settling in Fairbanks in 1950. She enjoyed the beauty of Alaska’s wilderness, spending her time hunting and fishing with her brother.
In 1955, she married Donald Laird of New York. Together they were blessed with three children. She was a devoted mother to her daughter, Michell “Mickey” McCombs of Omak; and two sons, Danny Laird of Everett, and Scott “Scotty” Laird of Oroville.
In 1973, she moved from Fairbanks to Washington State, settling in a career with The Boeing Company where she worked as a riveter and mechanic until her retirement in 1993.
In 1989 Sandi remarried David Schultz, Sr. of Washington. After his retirement in 1997, Sandi and David moved and settled in Omak, Wash.
Ever since, they have enjoyed fishing, camping, and traveling together. Sandi was passionate about her quilting, gardening and spoiling her husband and their nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild, Justyn McIntyre.
A memorial service for Sandi will be held at Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel, 2547 Elmway, Okanogan at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012.
Immediately following will be a celebration of her life at Omak Bar and Grill, 15 N Main, Omak.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the Omak Food Bank or a charity of your choice.
Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel and the Okanogan Co. Crematory are in care of the arrangements.
Trinity Miracle Smith
Trinity Miracle Smith, born December 28, 2009, passed peacefully in her sleep with her family on December 2, 2012, in Bend, Ore.
She was born to Jed and Nora Smith in Bend, Ore.
Some of us take a lifetime to make our mark, but Trinity took her short time here and changed what we believe is possible. She marked everyone who met her with a twinkling eye and generous smile. She made joy from the simple pleasures of playing with her sisters and petting the family dogs. Eager to experience the world, Trinity followed her sisters at every opportunity. There are no words to describe the sadness that each of us who knew her will feel, but each person who held her hand has the indelible mark of her soul to shepherd us forward.
She is survived by her loving parents, Nora and Jed; her amazing and strong sisters, Caitlin, Vanessa and Amber; adoring grandparents, Violet and Bob Smith, Bend, Ore., and Annie Doolaege, Omak Wash.; and a large loving community of family and friends.
Arrangements are being handled by Autumn Funerals, Bend, Ore.
Memorial Services were held at 1 p.m. Dec. 6, 2012, at Autumn Funeral Home with graveside memorial following at Pilot Butte Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Trinity’s honor to St. Charles Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Donna LaVerne Cook Schreckengast
Donna LaVerne Cook Schreckengast, Okanogan, passed away Dec. 7, 2012 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Donna was born May 7, 1931 in Omak to Vern and Bertha Cook. She was the eldest of five children. Her first two years of schooling were at the Lemanasky School in upper Pine Creek. For grade one she boarded with the teacher, Mrs. Lottie Gray, and for grade two she lived with Frank and Laura Wingo and walked several miles to school daily. Both experiences left a lasting impression on her. From the third through the twelfth grades she attended Tonasket School, graduating in 1949. Donna’s class of 1949 was the first class to graduate in the brand new school gymnasium.
From June 1949 to June 1951 Donna worked as a telephone switchboard operator at the Okanogan office of Pacific Northwest Bell. In February, 1951, Donna married Wilford Schreckengast. The next six years, since Wilford was in the Navy, they lived in California, Oregon and Washington.
Donna was employed in various occupations over the years, including: childcare, apple packing, receptionist, retail clerk, and a painting instructor.
Her pleasures included tole and decorative painting (since 1975 she was a member of the National Society of Tole & Decorative Painters). She enjoyed sewing, that included quilting; needlework that included silk ribbon embroidery, crew embroidery and cross stitch; as well as other fine arts and crafts. She delighted in camping, fishing and time spent with her family.
Donna is survived by her husband, Wilford, and her four children: Karen Elayne (Gerald) Lofthouse, Illinois; Randall Wayne (Helene) Schreckengast, California; Terrance Neil (Jill) Schreckengast, Washington; and Larry Wood (Darla) Schreckengast, Washington. She had 11 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Surviving siblings are sisters, Esther Caton and Louise Weller; and brother, Ed Cook, all of Washington. She also is survived by her mother's sister, 97 year-old Ella. Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Vern and Bertha Cook; her brother, Frank Cook; and infant granddaughter, April Schreckengast.
She was a warm, loving soul, who is missed not only by the family she nurtured but by her many friends and acquaintances as well.
The family requests that donations be made to the cancer foundation of your choice.
Sondra Jacquelynn Schultz
Sondra Jacquelynn Schultz, known affectionately to her family and friends as Sandi, age 74, of Omak, Wash. passed away peacefully at her home on Dec. 4, 2012.
She was born at Nakoosa, Wisc., on January 17, 1938 to John and Mamie Diesburg.
Sandi was preceded in death by her parents and younger brother, Danny.
Her family migrated to Palmer, Alaska in 1949, settling in Fairbanks in 1950. She enjoyed the beauty of Alaska’s wilderness, spending her time hunting and fishing with her brother.
In 1955, she married Donald Laird of New York. Together they were blessed with three children. She was a devoted mother to her daughter, Michell “Mickey” McCombs of Omak; and two sons, Danny Laird of Everett, and Scott “Scotty” Laird of Oroville.
In 1973, she moved from Fairbanks to Washington State, settling in a career with The Boeing Company where she worked as a riveter and mechanic until her retirement in 1993.
In 1989 Sandi remarried David Schultz, Sr. of Washington. After his retirement in 1997, Sandi and David moved and settled in Omak, Wash.
Ever since, they have enjoyed fishing, camping, and traveling together. Sandi was passionate about her quilting, gardening and spoiling her husband and their nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild, Justyn McIntyre.
A memorial service for Sandi will be held at Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel, 2547 Elmway, Okanogan at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012.
Immediately following will be a celebration of her life at Omak Bar and Grill, 15 N Main, Omak.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the Omak Food Bank or a charity of your choice.
Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel and the Okanogan Co. Crematory are in care of the arrangements.
Alice Irene (Clark) Stanton
Irene Stanton of Okanogan, Wash., passed away in her sleep Dec. 12, 2012. She was a wonderful, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She lived a blessed life of 93 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas; and daughter Marietta (Dave) Sweet.
Irene is survived by her brother, Bud Clark; and remaining five daughters, Patricia Stanton, Michelle (Richard) Payette, Shereen (Dale) Doughty, Danette (Larry) Whiting, and Denise (Carmen) Rosenthal.
Her life started in Grundy Center, Iowa. She and Tom eventually moved across the country and raised their family primarily in Issaquah, Wash. It was a fun time for the family as we experienced the joys and work of country living.
Mother was a woman of strong faith. She so enjoyed bible study classes and sharing luncheons with the ladies. Family and concern for all the members was so very important to her. She was a caring and generous person who always put others first. We could not have asked for a better mother.
A funeral Mass will be Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012, at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 11 a.m., with a rosary at the church immediately following the mass. A graveside service will be held at the Okanogan City Cemetery.
Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel is in care of arrangements.
Gale Lenae Zacherle
Gale Lenae Zacherle passed away Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee at the age of 48. She was born to Lester Zacherle and Florence Mead and raised in Disautel, Wash. She attended Omak High School and later completed her GED. She was a homemaker and also worked as a teacher’s aide at St. Mary’s Mission for many years. She liked to go fishing, hunting, and to be outdoors as much as possible.
Gale is survived by her daughter, Rachel Zacherle of Omak; father, Lester Zacherle of Okanogan; brother, Gerald Zacherle of Omak; nieces, Faith Zacherle, Niki Zacherle, Kaylaya Zacherle, Trinity Zacherle, Ashley Zacherle, Macy Zacherle and Zoey Gau, all of Omak; nephews, Steven Zacherle, Jacob Zacherle, Ethan Zacherle and Louis Zacherle also all of Omak.
Gale was preceded in death by her mother, Florence Zacherle; grandmothers Rita Mead and Millie Zacherle; her grandfather, George Zacherle; and her brothers, Steve Zacherle and John Zacherle.
Traditional dressing was held 3:00 p.m., Friday, Dec. 14, 2012 at the Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel on Elmway in Okanogan. A Family Rosary was held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, at the Omak Longhouse; Public Rosary was held at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16 at the Omak Longhouse. Funeral Mass was held at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 17 at the St. Mary’s Mission Catholic Church, with Father Jake Morton presiding.
Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel and the Okanogan County Crematory of Okanogan are caring for the arrangements.
Renee Christine Davis
Renee Christine Davis, 42, of Walla Walla, Wash., passed away on July 23. 2012. She was born on July 6, 1970, to Jerry and Laurie Davis of Omak, Wash.
Renee graduated from Omak High School in 1988 and attended college at Western Washington University where she graduated with a B.A. in psychology. She worked several jobs in Bellingham as a cook and, also, worked in a large garden nursery. During that time, she also spent over a year working as a phone counselor for a Crisis Intervention Team.
In 2003, Renee moved to Walla Walla, where she worked as a line cook, and continued using her counseling background, volunteering her time as a mentor for “Friends of Walla Walla”, working with foster children. She returned to the Okanogan area in June of 2012.
“Nee”, as she was often known to family and close friends, was an amazing wordsmith. A fluent and prolific writer, she used her expertise with words to write numerous stories; many of those stories personalized and written especially for family and friends.
Renee loved to read, watch good movies and entertain others with her wonderful sense of humor and unique dance moves. Renee enjoyed music, and it was a huge part of her life. It also pleased her to cook good meals for people she cared about. She was happiest camping and spending time outdoors. Renee loved spending time playing with children. She was a friend to all animals and adored her beloved cat, Simba, and her “sister dogs,” Hannah and Libby.
Renee is survived by her father Terry (Catherine) Davis; her mother, Laurie (Jeff) Harrison; a brother, Eric (Joy) Davis; step-siblings, Tom Randall, Marissa Haigh, Scott Randall and Kaylee Harrison; nephews, Reilly Davis, and Teagen Haigh; and nieces, Sawyer Randall, Alyssa Davis and Rowan Haigh. Renee is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
A graveside service was 1 p.m., Monday, July 30, 2012, at the Okanogan City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Trilogy Recovery Community, c/o Kathy Ketcham, 515 W. Poplar, Walla Walla, WA 99362.
Precht-Harrison-Nearents Chapel is entrusted with the arrangements.
