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Clarence E. Kast, 1922-2010
Clarence E. Kast, 87, Moses Lake resident and formerly of Othello, passed away Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010, at Samaritan Hospital.
Born Nov. 11, 1922, in Dickey County, N.D. Clarence was the son of the late Edward and Rosa (Klein) Kast.
He was raised and educated in Dickey County. Clarence married
Helen Ketterling, June 6, 1943, in Fullerton.
The couple bought a farm in Oakes where they farmed until moving to Othello in the early 1970s.
Soon thereafter, Clarence began driving truck for Taggares Farms. He also ran a harrow bed company. Clarence remained in the agricultural industry until his retirement in the late 1980s.
Clarence and Helen moved to Moses Lake in the late 90s.
Clarence loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren. He was a member of the Baptist Church in Othello.
Before Helen’s passing in 2008, the couple spent 13 winters in Arizona.
You could always find Clarence working on puzzles at the Hearthstone.
Clarence is survived by three daughters-in-law Thelma Kast, Auburn, Connie Kast and Kathy Kast-Silva, both of Moses Lake; eight grandchildren Christopher Kast, Catherine Kast, Kasey Kast, Desiree’ Sunford, Josh Kast, Brett Kast, Brian Kast and Sarah Wilmot, and 10 great-grandchildren.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife in 2008 and four sons Curtis, Larry, Keith and Terry, one sister Helen Reise and granddaughter Echo Marie Kast.
Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 8, at the First Baptist Church in Othello. Interment followed at Bess Hampton Memorial Gardens. A viewing was held Thursday, Oct. 7, and Friday, Oct. 8, at Kayser’s Chapel.
Arrangements are in care of Kayser’s Chapel and Crematory.
Hobert Hollis Roberts, 1920-2010
Hobert Hollis “H.H.” Roberts passed away Sept. 27, 2010, while a resident at Summer Wood Special Care, Moses Lake. He was born Sept. 9, 1920, to George and Virginia (Virgie) Roberts, in Harrison, Ark. He married
his high school sweetheart Virginia “June” Sullivan, in 1941. They lived outside of Harrison until 1946.
Alfred Myron Shibley Jr., 1940-2010
Alfred “Al” Myron Shibley Jr. left us on Sept. 16, 2010, at the age of 70. He was born in Lewiston, Mont., May 15, 1940, the third child to Mabel Laverdure Vallie Shibley and Alfred Myron Shibley Sr. Alfred was raised in the Dayton-Sheridan, Wyo., area and finished his education in Burlington.
Mary Ellen Dellinger, 1933-2010
Mary Ellen (Alvord) Dellinger, 77, of Othello, was received into the hands of her Lord Jesus on Sept. 18, after a short battle with cancer. Mary Ellen, the oldest of eight children, was born on Aug. 13, 1933, to William and Florence (Otis) Alvord in LaConner. She attended schools in LaConner, graduating in 1951.
Isabel I. Parker, 1919-2010
Isabel I. Parker, 91, of Prosser, went to be in the arms of her Heavenly Father Monday, Aug. 30, 2010.
Isabel was born June 6, 1919, in New Salem, N.D., the daughter of Louis I. and Anna (Dettman) Just. She received her education in Judson, N.D.
March 17, 1937, Isabel married
Jack W. Parker in her parents’ home in Judson. Following their marriage, Isabel and Jack lived in and around Judson before moving to Bremerton in 1942.
In 1943, the Parker family moved to the Yakima Valley and later settled in Prosser in 1947.
Besides raising her family, Isabel worked for Evan’s Grocery Store, J.C. Penney’s, Prosser Pack and was the county bailiff. In 1963, with her husband Jack and son Lance, Isabel moved to Othello, where she began her employment with the Adams County Health Department and later, retired from the Benton Franklin County Health Department.
Isabel was one of the founding members of the Messiah Lutheran Church in Prosser, where she was also the church organist. She woke up early each morning to work crossword puzzles with her husband and if a fishing trip was planned, Isabel would gladly accompany him with book in hand. Isabel loved to read, sew, spend time with her children, play bridge and socialize with all her friends.
Isabel is survived by her four children Roy (Betty) Parker, of Prosser, Jackie (Buster) Poe, of Grandview, Tim (Linda) Parker, of Yakima, and Lance Turner Parker, of Kodiak, Alaska. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and one brother Virgil Just, of Los Osos, Calif.
Isabel is preceded in death by her parents, husband Jack W. Parker, one brother Roger Just and three sisters Ruby Maier, Alice Kirchmeir and Leona Just.
Memorial funeral services were Friday, Sept. 3, at the Messiah Lutheran Church in Prosser, under the direction of the Smith Funeral Home LTD and Crematory. Those wishing to honor Isabel’s memory may contribute to the Messiah Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.
Clarence Rolland Chesterman, 1918-2010
Clarence Rolland Chesterman, 92, formerly of Royal City, died Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at Avalon Care Center in Othello. He was born on July 15, 1918 in Larned, Kan., the third of nine children born to Frank Oliver and Myrtle Viola (Cornell) Chesterman. He grew up on the family farm in Zook, Kansas.
L. Marie Baldridge, 1922-2010
Lyda Marie Baldridge was born on Sept. 13, 1922, in Hoxie, Kan., to William Cleo Baker and Stella Inez (Counts) Baker.
She passed away at Avalon Care Center in Pullman on Aug. 22, 2010, of age-related causes.
Marie grew up and attended schools in Keyes, Okla., and graduated from Farley (New Mexico) High School in 1940.
In 1942, she married
Elwin M. Rigdon, who in 1944 was killed in the Battle of the Bulge in Germany.
In 1948, Marie married
Russell L. Baldridge in Gladstone, N.M., and they made their home in Los Angeles, where Russ worked as a plasterer. Marie and Russ loved to dance, often dancing to Lawrence Welk’s band at the Hollywood Palladium. In 1957, they moved to Othello with their two children, Cheryl and Gregg, where they bought a farm unit and began to develop an irrigated farm.
Marie worked as clerk for the Columbia National Wildlife Refuge for 28 years, retiring in 1985.
She was active in the First Presbyterian Church, serving as both deacon and elder at various times. She and Russ enjoyed traveling and made a number of trips to various parts of the United States during the 1980s.
After Russell’s death in 1991, Marie continued to travel with friends in a travel club for several more years. In 2008, she moved to Pullman to be near her son Gregg as her health began to decline.
Marie was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, two sisters and her husband Russ.
She is survived by one sister, Velma Jean Griffin in Lovington, N.M., and her children Cheryl Stromme, along with husband Gail of Sitka, Alaska, and Gregg Baldridge and his wife Mary, of Palouse. Marie is also survived by eight grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service was Friday, Aug. 27 at the First Presbyterian Church in Othello. Interment followed at the Bess Hampton Memorial Gardens.
The family suggests memorials be sent to the First Presbyterian Church. Kimball Funeral Home, Pullman, is in charge of arrangements.
Jennifer May Hodges McGlothlin, 1968-2010
Born April 26, 1968, in Othello. Deceased July 27, 2010. Services will be at Bess Hampton Memorial Gardens Saturday, Aug. 28, 11 a.m.
Charles Eugene Settles
Charles (Charlie) Eugene Settles, 50, Friday Harbor, died July 26 following a tragic accident at his home.
He was born Jan. 25, 1949 in Friday Harbor, the son of Charles and Florence (Dunn) Settles. Charlie was raised and received his schooling in Friday Harbor, graduating from Friday Harbor High School in 1968. After graduation, Charlie worked as a commercial fisherman in Alaska, Hawaii and Washington. He married
his high school sweetheart, Christine (Chris) Brewer Oct. 24, 1970 and they made their home in Friday Harbor.
Throughout the years, Charlie worked for Schuman Electric and John Burton Excavating as a heavy equipment operator. He was also an auto mechanic for several years and was most recently employed at Diesel America.
Charlie loved his hotrods and all cars, especially his 1955, 600-horsepower Chev. His love for high school kids and his automotive mechanical skills motivated him to establish the Friday Harbor High School Drag Racing Team.
One of Charlie's favorite sayings was: "You can get a lot done late at night but keep your mouth shut."
Some of Charlie's pleasures in the island included hunting and netting rabbits. He was a connoisseur of junk.
Charlie enjoyed visiting and was a real people person.
He is survived by his loving wife Chris Settles; son Chad Settles and his partner Jessica Sowder; parents Chuck and Flo Settles; and brother Jim Settles, all of Friday Harbor; sisters Donna and her husband Tim Collins of Orcas Island, and Christy Johnson and her partner Helmut Fischer of Lopez Island; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
Memorials may be placed in the name of Charles E. Settles to the San Juan Cruisers Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 2543, Friday Harbor, WA 98250.
A graveside service will be held Saturday, July 31 at Valley cemetery, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church. Arrangements are under the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes, San Juan Islands.
Louise Karen King
Louise Karen (Lovaas) King was born on Feb. 26, 1908 in Cumberland, Wisconsin, the daughter of Charles and Jeanette (Kulstad) Lovaas. She died on July 1, 1999 due to complications while recovering from a broken hip.
Louise will be remembered for her sense of humor, caring for others, and being a strong woman. She was known as the button lady because she wore all kinds of buttons which expressed her opinions, likes and dislikes.
In 1984, she was honored to be selected as Friday Harbor's 'Mayor for a Day' and was the Grand Marshall of that year's 4th of July parade. Previously, an edition of the Friday Harbor High School annual was dedicated to Louise because of her avid love of sports and support of school activities. She loved jazz music and attended every San Juan Island Jazz Festival. Last year's Festival was dedicated to her and Georgia Davis.
In her "hay day" Louise was active in many organizations including the American Legion, Study Club, Friday Harbor Presbyterian Junior Guild, Friday Harbor Booster Club, and Convalescent Center Grey Ladies.
Her various occupations were waitress, restaurant cook, store cashier, fish cannery worker and wedding reception caterer.
Survivors include four daughters; Margaret Ann "Maggie" King, Friday Harbor; Janet Robbins, Mt. Vernon; Phebe Hirschel (husband Bob), Buckley; and Mary Jean "Magee" King, Portland; four grandchildren, Terri Estle (husband Jack), Ivana Wood (husband Perry), Carleton Hirschel (wife Cheryl), Rawson Hirschel (wife Kandy); four great-grandchildren, Tyler and Trisha Wood, Janna Johnson and Kara Hirschel; brother, Lloyd Lovaas, Alaska; and numerous members of the extended family.
Louise will live on in the hearts of her family and many friends she touched throughout her life.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made in her memory to the San Juan Historical Society, Box 441, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 8, 1999 at 2 p.m. at the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church with graveside services at 1 p.m.
Colleen Joyce Capron Herrington
Colleen Joyce Capron Herrington was born Jan. 17, 1930 in Friday Harbor, to Victor J.K. Capron and Routh Jakle Capron. She died June 21, 1999 at home in Mobile, Alabama. She was 69.
A native of Friday Harbor, Mrs. Herrington lived in Mobile for 31 years. She was a parishioner at St. Pius X Catholic Church.
Mrs. Herrington held a master's degree in nursing and had taught nursing in Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Survivors include her husband of 51 years, Raymond C. Herrington of Mobile; four daughters, Rae Janeen Dalton of Beaumont, Texas, Patricia Ann Harrison of Mason, Ohio, Kathleen Ruth Vaughn of Daphne, and Gloria Schmidt of Mobile; one brother, V.J. Capron of Friday Harbor; and seven grandchildren.
Mrs. Herrington left her body to the Anatomical Gifts Program at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine. A memorial service was held in the chapel of St. Pius X Catholic Church in Mobile.
W. Frank Scott
W. Frank Scott passed away Dec. 8, 2000, in his home in Friday Harbor, leaving behind his wife, Betty, after 54 years of marriage. He was 81.
Frank was born Nov. 23, 1919 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the son of Winfield Frank Scott, a locomotive engineer for Union Pacific Railroad, and Rosetta Thompson Scott, the daughter of a Southern Utah farm family.
Franks early years were spent at his home in Salt Lake City and on his mothers family farm in Southern Utah. He was very active in the Boy Scouts where he enjoyed many camping trips and wilderness activities, and later in the Sea Scouts where he became an excellent swimmer and learned about boats and boating in the Great Salt Lake.
During high school, he was chosen to help a University of Utah professor measure and map the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island, and catalog the flora and fauna of each.
He entered the University of Utah in the fall of 1937 and earned his bachelors degree in ROTC in June 1941. Immediately after graduation, he joined the Army and was sent to Fort Sill, Okla., to Officers Training School. By the time he finished, the U.S. was at war and Frank was sent to the European Theater of Operations to serve as a field artillery unit commander in the First Division.
He fought in the battles of Algeria-French Morocco, Tunisia, Sicily, Northern France, Normandy, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe.
He was wounded on June 6, 1944, in the D-Day invasion of Normandy on Omaha Beach. Frank was hit in the shoulder with machine gun fire as the landing craft he was on approached the beach. He was thrown into the water, but fortunately was able to swim ashore with his good arm and help what was left of his unit to climb up to a relatively safe position.
Eventually he was taken to England to get patched up and then returned to his division to continue on through Germany and finally to meet up with the Russian Army.
Frank was a captain when he separated from the Army on Jan. 1, 1946, with five years of experience he would never forget.
Taking advantage of the G.I. Bill, he returned to the University of Utah to work on a masters degree in geology. He became a teaching assistant and soon decided that teaching was what he wanted to do in life. In November 1945 at a university dance, he met Betty, who was later to become his wife and lifetime partner. They were married
on July 13, 1946 in her parents home in Salt Lake City.
It was on their honeymoon on a trip up the California, Oregon and Washington coast that they discovered the San Juan Islands and knew they would someday return. Frank and Betty continued their schooling at Utah until Frank received his masters degree. He was then offered another teaching assistant position at the University of Washington which he accepted and later completed his PhD degree there.
In September 1951, he accepted a full-time teaching position at Washington State University in geology a position he held for the next 31 years. Frank immensely enjoyed teaching, particularly working with students, getting to know them, taking field trips and river rafting trips together and supervising their thesis field studies. Being with his students was always fun for Frank.
While at WSU, Frank became a full professor of geology and of environmental studies. He served as chairman of the Department of Geology as well as the Department of Environmental Studies. He also served as associate dean of the graduate school and as chairman of the University Senate.
He directed numerous masters and doctoral theses; several of them in the San Juan Islands. In 1964, Frank and Betty acted upon their desire to return to the San Juan Islands, and after much searching, found just the right place on Crane Island.
This was the beginning of an exciting adventure for both of them. They started building their home on Crane Island in 1969, spending summers and vacation periods in it until 1982 when they retired and moved there permanently.
Throughout the time that Frank spent in the islands he played a very active role trying to help preserve and protect this special place that meant so much to him. He was instrumental in helping the Crane Island Nature Preserve get started and to eventually acquire and preserve the center of the island in its natural state.
He was also very supportive of the San Juan Preservation Trusts efforts to form a land conservation group here, and was active in that organization for many years. He also served in the San Juan County Planning Commission and the Board of Adjustment, again hoping that through planning and growing wisely this wonderful environment and its wildlife could be preserved. Frank requested cremation and no services.
Memorials may be made to the W. Frank Scott Scholarship Endowment in Geology at WSU or to the San Juan Preservation Trust. Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel, Anacortes and San Juan Islands.
