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DONALD REA CHRYSLER
Donald Rea Chrysler, 76, of Sequim, Washington, passed away at home on Thursday, August 4, 2005.
A memorial celebration to his life is pending and will be held at ``Soiree Lane" in Sooke, British Columbia.
He was born August 15, 1928, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He spent his youth in Oklahoma and was an accomplished polo player at Oklahoma Military Academy.
He received his Degree in Pharmacy at the University of Oklahoma-Norman and went on to complete his Doctorate in Clinical Pharmacology from the University of California-San Francisco.
After serving as a Corporal in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War years, Don settled in Amarillo, Texas, where his innate entrepreneurial talents took root. He was the founder of National Home Health Care, Chrysler Management Corporation, Pro Med Pharmacies, Buy Wise Pharmacy and the Wishbone Family Restaurant.
He was a longtime member of the LDS church. Civic-minded, Don served as an Amarillo City Commissioner, and his ardent support of Friends of the Library and the Amarillo Hospice brought him awards of appreciation.
He married
Janette Laurel Bruza in 1988, retiring soon after to enjoy their summer home on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
The following is a composite of sentiments from Don's friends and family:
Don was the best and kindest of men. Life is such a gift and Don certainly lived his to the fullest, contributing so much during his time on earth.
His was a life well lived: worthy, helpful, kind and generous, loved by those he loved, admired by all who knew him well.
Don was a man of distinction and honor, admired for his wisdom, prudence, sympathy, understanding, good sense, decency, generosity, sharp wit and fine mind, a friend to all, foe to none.
He was a man of grand stature and stood above the crowd, overwhelming in his gregarious friendship and generosity. He was one of those people that all you had to do was sit with him for about one minute and you really felt comfortable around him.
He never met a stranger and was one of the most interesting people to talk to, leaving a legacy of spirited discussions and great stories -- all true! It seems like at one point or another he had done everything.
Always sharing his passion and commitment to music (chamber music, symphonic and opera) he provided tremendous support and great possibilities, sharing his home as a garden where musicians could blossom, making a difference in many lives.
A magnanimous chef, Don was the cause of great feasts, great entertainment, great fun. ``Soiree Lane" became an art gallery/recital hall -- the central gathering point for much of the arts community. The ``Duke of Sooke" leaves warm and vibrant memories to live on.
Don was a special blessing to his whole family. Everyone could feel the love that was inside his heart. Being with him made one feel like living in the moment, smelling the roses.
A seasoned warrior of life, his accepting attitude, courage and readiness in facing death is reassuring to anyone who might fear their own mortality. His intellect and courage will continue to be an inspiration to many. He had an attitude about him that we all wish we could achieve.
A bright star has fallen from the sky. He truly lit up many lives. Such a gentle soul. He touched the lives of all who knew him in so many of God's finest ways, in tune with God's finest whispers.
Survivors include his wife, Janette Chrysler of Sequim; two sons, Donald Chrysler Jr. and wife, Priscilla, of Amarillo, Texas, and Michael Chrysler and wife, Vickie, of West Linn, Oregon.
One great granddaughter, Audrey Haney of Beaverton, Oregon. Two granddaughters, Michelle Chrysler Haney and husband, Dewey, of Beaverton, Oregon, and Miss Lindsey Chrysler of Eugene, Oregon.
Three sisters, Gloria Caneen of West Point, Utah; Duane Anderson and husband, Walt, of Eugene, Oregon; and Joann Rosiere and husband, Ron, of Port Charlotte, Florida. Sister-in-law, Carol Breitling and husband, Jack, of Amarillo, Texas.
The family requests that memorials be made to Hospice of Clallam County, P.O. Box 2014, Port Angeles, WA 98362.
FAITH BRIDGES SHAFFER
Faith Bridges Shaffer, 85, died peacefully at home on August 10, 2005, after a short illness.
A 17-year resident of Sequim, Faith was born February 29, 1920, in Newburgh, New York. She grew up in New York and St. Louis, Missouri. She attended Mary Institute in St. Louis and William Woods College, Fulton, Missouri, graduating in the class of 1939.
Faith was married
to Ellsworth W. (Shafe) Shaffer for 59 years until his death in 1999.
Faith is survived by daughter Judith Shaffer Marsh of Delray Beach, Florida; son David E. and Hatsy Shaffer of Austin, Texas; son John and Margaret Shaffer of Palm Beach, Florida; and grandchildren Lex Marsh of Brooklyn, New York, and Camille Marsh of Delray Beach, Florida.
With her husband, Shafe, an executive with International Harvester Company and their children, she lived all over the southern part of the United States, plus a three-year assignment in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
During retirement, the couple spent many happy years traveling all over the world.
Faith requested that her ashes be mingled with those of her husband, Shafe, and scattered over Hurricane Ridge.
We will always remember your courage, strength and dignity. Thank you, Mom.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Hospice of Clallam County, P.O. Box 2014, Port Angeles, WA 98362.
Frederick T. Bock
Sept. 27, 1943 -- Aug. 5, 2005
Frederick T. Bock, captain of the MV Coho ferry between Port Angeles and Victoria, died at age 61 from complications of lung cancer.
He was born in Seattle to Frederick L. and Neoma (Taylor) Bock.
He married
Janice J. Gardner in Port Angeles in 1981.
Mr. Bock, who was hired by Black Ball Transport Inc. in 1962, served in all unlicensed positions aboard the MV Iroquois, then became captain of the Coho.
He was a member of Masters, Mates and Pilots, Inland Boatmen's Union, and Elks Naval Lodge.
Capt. Bock's survivors include his wife and son Thomas A. Bock, both of Port Angeles; son Fred P. Bock of Indiana; stepson Scott Thompson of Huntington Beach, Calif.; daughter Kellie L. Bock of Federal Way; stepdaughters Geri Thompson of Port Angeles and Jamie Lilly of Centralia; his mother, of Edmonds; sister Ann; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Services: At his request, none. Drennan-Ford Funeral Home, Port Angeles, is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials: Cascade Pembroke Welsh Corgi Rescue, 5447 89th Ave., Olympia, WA 98513.
CHARLES EDWARD (CHUCK) TAYLOR
Charles Edward (Chuck) Taylor died July 15, 2005, at age 65 in Portland, Oregon.
Mr. Taylor was born February 15, 1940, in Kent, Washington, to Daniel M. Taylor and Theona A. (West) Taylor. His early years were spent in Sequim, Washington, where he began his lifelong love of trucking.
In 1958, he joined the Army and was assigned to the motor pool, where he served with distinction, winning several driving awards for his unit (and lunch with Elvis).
After mustering out in 1962, he drove locally for Pozzi Brothers in Kent, Washington, and long haul out of Seattle for P.I.E. Trucking until 1965 when he moved to Oregon City, Oregon, where he drove for L.A.S.M.E. Trucking and B&W, a local company.
The last 14 years of his 50-year truck driving career were with Fred Meyer stores, delivering goods up the I-5 corridor and to the Oregon coast. Illness forced his retirement in 2004.
He was a member of the American Legion Post #104 in Aloha, Oregon, where he felt privileged to drive their restored 1962 fire engine, ``Rose." in the local parades.
He was married
twice, both ending in divorce, with one child, a daughter, Natalie, born in 1980.
He leaves his daughter, Natalie, and son-in-law, Greg Miller, of Portland, Oregon; two sisters, Shirley Lord and husband, Wally, of Puyallup, Washington; Myrna Dieckhoff and husband, Don, of Sequim, Washington; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends from Brookings, Oregon, to Bellingham, Washington, especially the members of American Legion Post #104 in Aloha, Oregon.
Services were held July 22, 2005, at Willamette National cemetery in Portland, Oregon, and a memorial potluck was the following afternoon at the American Legion Post #104 in Aloha. A family gathering is planned for a later date.
Remembrances are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans or other veterans organizations of your choice.
Gertrude Isabel Mader
Aug. 12, 1922 -- Aug. 8, 2005
Former Port Angeles resident Gertrude Isabel Mader died in St. Francis Extended Care Nursing Home, Bellingham, at age 82. She had suffered a stroke.
She was born in San Francisco to Archie and Gertrude M. (Grant) Smith.
Her marriage to Robert Mader lasted for 35 years, until his death in 1999.
Mrs. Mader -- who volunteered at Olympic Memorial Hospital (now Olympic Medical Center), attended the Port Angeles Senior Center on a regular basis and was a member of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church -- moved from the North Olympic Peninsula three years ago.
She is survived by sons Michael Mader of Fallon, Nev., and Allan Mader of Ferndale; daughter Peggy Arechavala of Seattle; sister Dorothy Odetto of Novato, Calif.; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Services: Saturday, Aug. 13, 1 p.m., memorial in St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 510 E. Park Ave., Port Angeles. Cremains will be placed the church's Rose Garden following the service.
Drennan-Ford Funeral Home, Port Angeles, is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials: Flowers for the service or donation to charity of choice.
Joseph J. Putich
Sept. 22, 1923 -- July 30, 2005
Joseph J. Putich died of cancer in his Port Angeles home. He was 81.
He was born in Detroit to Joseph and Katheryn (Andler) Putich.
He married
Donna J. Lowery.
During World War II, he worked with radio transmitters and receivers while serving in the Army with the 208th Engineers Combat Battalion, European Theater.
Mr. Putich, who was captain of the drill team for Nile Temple at Lake Ballinger, owned Joe's Texaco in Seattle for 33 years.
He enjoyed golf.
Survivors include his wife; sons Jim Putich, Robert Putich, Joseph Putich Jr., Jack Dronenburg and Robert N. Dronenburg; daughters Nancy Hilzinger, Diane Hanke, Susan Clark, Karen Robenson, Lynda Moor, Karen Pulley and Patricae Terhume; sisters Katheryn Basel and Mary Halhn; 16 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by sister Tellie.
Services: None. Drennan-Ford Funeral Home, Port Angeles, is in charge.
Memorials: Sign the guest book for the family at www.drennanford.com
Ian Clayton Rolley
Jan. 9, 1960 -- Aug. 3, 2005
Port Angeles resident Ian Clayton Rolley died from injuries received in a vehicle collision on U.S. Highway 101 east of Port Angeles. He was 45.
He was born at Naval Station Yokosuka, Japan, to Clayton Ernest and Jeanne Shirley (Keller) Rolley.
He worked as a carpenter and in general construction, including seven years at Seafarms on Ediz Hook when it started in the mid-1980s.
Mr. Rolley's favorite activities included kite flying, arm wrestling, camping and hiking.
Survivors include his mother of Port Angeles; daughter Whittney Rolley and sister and brother-in-law Leslie and Dave Eisenhower, all of Port Angeles; and brother and sister-in-law Leonard C. and Lori Rolley of Olympia.
Son Jeremy Rolley died in the same vehicle crash, in which a third man also was killed.
Another son, Joshua Rolley died in 1982. Mr. Rolley was also preceded in death by his father.
Services: Private family services to be announced. Harper-Ridgeview Funeral Chapel, Port Angeles, is in charge of arrangements.
Marion A. Holbrook
Aug. 18, 1922 -- July 28, 2005
Marion A. Holbrook, 82, of Port Townsend died in Bremerton from complications due to surgery.
She was born a twin and the youngest of eight children to George Huse and Augusta Zana (Merwin) Anderson in Great Barrington, Mass., where she was raised.
She became a registered nurse in Pittsfield, Mass., and served as a second lieutenant in the Army during World War II.
After the war, she moved to Bellingham, where she worked as a registered nurse.
She married
Frank A. Holbrook in Bellingham on June 23, 1951.
Mrs. Holbrook and her husband moved to Port Townsend in 1957. When their children were grown, she returned to nursing.
After retirement, the couple owned and operated Marion's Second-Hand Concern and took extended trips to the tropics.
Mrs. Holbrook, who enjoyed activities with her children and grandchildren, was often seen around 4-H Club horse stables, dance studios and basketball and baseball games.
Her enthusiasm for baseball -- from the Seattle Mariners to the Port Townsend High School team-- was well known. Mrs. Holbrook was chosen to throw out the ceremonial first pitch in the inaugural game at Flint Field, which started the Port Townsend baseball championship season in 2004.
Mrs. Holbrook's survivors include son and daughter-in-law Tim and Janet Holbrook of Port Townsend; daughter Lynn Travis of Bremerton and daughter and son-in-law Barbara and Craig Skoglund of Edmonds; brother George ``Bub" Anderson of Connecticut; sister Claire O'Connell of Rhode Island; and three grandchildren.
Her husband died Dec. 19, 1998.
Services: At her request, none. However, a celebration of life will be held at a time to be announced.
Kosec Funeral Home, Port Townsend, is in charge of burial.
Memorials: Port Townsend Little League, c/o 820 Hood St., Port Townsend, WA 98368; or local baseball program of choice.
