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ADAMS, ROBERT M. (AGE 91) PA...

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ADAMS, Robert M. (Age 91) Passed away November 8, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA AMERICK, Roger W. (Age 75) Passed away November 9, 2014 Danekas Funeral Chapel, Colville, WA CERENZIA, Richard R. "Dick" (Age 83) Passed away November 8, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA DAROU, Joyce L. (Age 77) Passed away November 7, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA GREENUP, Emily G. (Age 92) Passed away November 8, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA GRUBAR, Martin Louis (Age 80) Passed away November 7, 2014 Bell Tower Funeral Home, Post Falls, ID HASSTEDT, John M. (Age 89) Passed away November 10, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spoane, WA HICKERSON, Dorothy D. (Age 88) Passed away November 10, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA KINNICK, James Woodrow "Jim" (Age 62) Passed away Nov. 6, 2014 Shoshone Funeral and Cremation Service, Kellogg, ID MARSH, Doris D. (Age 91) Passed away November 8, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA McCLENDON, Doy L. (Age 64) Passed away November 8, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA PIRTLE, Davida (Age 47) Passed away November 7, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA PORTER-COLE, Elaine M. (Age 69) Passed away November 8, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA SITTON, Beverly Jean (Age 77) Passed away November 7, 2014 Danekas Funeral Home, Ritzville, WA STEWART, Rava R. (Age 70) Passed away November 9, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA SWEET, Michael E. (Age 58) Passed away November 8, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA TOLLEFSON, Victoria (Age 64) Passed away November 9, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA UPSHAW, John D. (Age 67) Passed away November 8, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA WEED, Edward "Eddie" (Age 46) Passed away November 6, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

AAKER, BETTY M. (AGE 72) PASS...

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AAKER, Betty M. (Age 72) Passed away November 9, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA BLOWERS, LeRoy Dennis (Age 67) Passed away November 10, 2014 Riplinger Funeral Home and Crematory, Spokane, WA COUMBS, Phyllis Mae (Age 86) Passed away October 30, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA CRNKOVICH, Ivan W. (Age 78) Passed away November 8, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA CURTIN, Virginia A. (Age 66) Passed away November 9, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA DALTON, John (Age 81) Passed away November 9, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA DUTT, Darren E. (Age 43) Passed away November 9, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA FITZGERALD, Lynda M. (Age 74) Passed away November 9, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA HARRIS, Frank D. (Age 73) Passed away November 10, 2014 Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory, Spokane, WA HUME, Virginia (Age 87) Passed away November 10, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA JONES, Dorothy A. (Age 82) Passed away November 8, 2014 Thornhill Valley Chapel, Spokane Valley, WA LIGHTBODY, Ellen M. (Age 77) Passed away November 9, 2014 Hazen & Jaeger Funeral Home, Spokane, WA McNEILL, Charley B. (Age 80) Passed away November 9, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA MILLER, Linda Lu (Age 74) Passed away November 11, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA MORROW, Shirley E. (Age 82) Passed away November 8, 2014 Thornhill Valley Chapel, Spokane Valley, WA NISSEN, Grace M. (Age 94) Passed away November 10, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA PAYNE, Sr., Charles J. (Age 58) Entered into rest November 8, 2014 Riplinger Funeral Home and Crematory, Spokane, WA PORTER-COLE, Elaine M. (Age 69) Passed away November 8, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA RADEMACHER, Shirley Guy (Age 77) Passed away November 10, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA THOMAS, Patrick James (Age 20) Passed away November 9, 2014 Hodge Funeral Home, St. Maries, ID Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

CEMETERY PLOT FOR SALE

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Cemetery plot available in beautiful Greenwood Memorial Terrace, top level. Located in Devotion, Section 34, Space 3. (509) 720-3980

BARNES, SEAN (AGE 45) PASSED ...

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BARNES, Sean (Age 45) Passed away November 12, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane Valley, WA BRECKENRIDGE, Lois Jean (Age 89) Passed away November 11, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA HERTIG, Walter L. (Age 74) Passed away November 11, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA HIEBERT, Ronald Lee (Age 54) Passed away November 11, 2014 English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d'Alene, ID HOUGHTON, William F. "Bill" (Age 91) Entered into rest November 12, 2014 ~ www.riplingerfuneralhome.com MASGAI, Gerald D. (Age 75) Entered into rest November 11, 2014 www.riplingerfuneralhome.com MORROW, Shirley E. (Age 82) Passed away November 8, 2014 Thornhill Valley Chapel, Spokane Valley, WA OVERLAND, Lee Austin (Age 94) Passed away November 11, 2014 Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory, Spokane, WA ROSAUER, Jessie Ann (Age 99) Passed away November 11, 2014 Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory, Spokane, WA SHIELDS, Shizuko (Age 83) Passed away November 12, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA TOWN, Sumiko (Age 80) Passed away November 11, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA ZEIMANTZ, Dorothy Ruth (Age 93) Passed away November 12, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

TOBIAS, LEILA R

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[br][br]Leila Ray Benz/Tobias (Age 73) passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday October 11 2014. She was born on September 06, 1941 in Wallace Idaho to Ray and Charlotte Benz. Lee attended high school in Kellogg Idaho and later went on to college in Nampa. Receiving a degree as an LPN, Lee worked a majority of her career at a place she came to know and love, The Good Samaritan Society nursing home. Lee is survived by her two loving sisters Barbra and Linda, her three children Poncho, Tony and Char, and her three grandchildren Chelsea, Raylynn and Zachary. A celebration of her life will be held at the Good Samaritan in the Spokane Valley (17121 E 8th) on November 14 at 4PM. In lieu of flowers, please make donations on Lee's behalf to your local animal shelter.

ARMSTRONG, VICKY L. (AGE 45) ...

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ARMSTRONG, Vicky L. (Age 45) Passed away November 12, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA BANDY, Paris (Age 23) Passed away November 12, 2014 Hennessey Funeral Homes, Spokane, WA GOODE, Robert Lee (Age 77) Passed away September 15, 2014 English Funeral Chapels, Coeur d'Alene, ID HIERATH, Marsha Louise (Age 76) Passed away November 13, 2014 Hennessey Funeral Homes, Spokane, WA HUSEN, Helen Virginia (Age 96) Passed away November 2, 2014 Hansen Mortuary, Phoenix, AZ PENDERGRASS, Virginia (Age 73) Passed away November 12, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA SCHILLINGER, Ernest (Age 80) Passed away November 12, 2014 Thornhill Valley Chapel, Spokane Valley, WA Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

BEACHAM, DARLENE MILDRED (RUHE...

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BEACHAM, Darlene Mildred (Ruhe) (Age 87) Passed away Nov. 10, 2014 Sherman Knapp Funeral Home, Newport, WA BRISBIN, Walter W. (Age 96) Passed away November 13, 2014 Hennessey Funeral Home and Crematory, Spokane, WA DYBING, Clarence Delbert (Age 82) Passed away November 7, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA KUHN, Dian Elizabeth (Karr) (Age 64) Passed away November 11, 2014 Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services of Spokane, Spokane, WA MATTESON, Dorothy A. (Age 88) Passed away November 14, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane Valley, WA McKNIGHT, Melanie Ann (Age 42) Passed away November 13, 2014 Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services, Spokane, WA WALKER, Judy (Age 76) Passed away October 24, 2014 Sherman-Knapp Funeral Home & Crematory, Newport, WA Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

TOLLEFSON, VICKEY

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[br][br]Victoria "Vickey" Tollefson, 64, went to be with Jesus on Nov. 09, 2014 at the Hospice House with her husband of 48 years by her side. Her devotion to her family and her faith in God supported her through her journey and ultimately gave her peace. Vickey was born to the late Betty Connolly and Paul Seiler in Richmond, CA on June 10, 1950. Her only brother, Nick Seiler, still resides in Grass Valley with his wife Wendy. Vickey met John at the young age of 16 and they were married on Dec. 2, 1966. They moved to Spokane in 1980. In addition to raising three children, she spent most of her working life behind a cash register. The people that came through her check out line were not just customers, but her friends. Her coworkers were like family to her and some even called her "Momma Vickey." She retired from Rosauers after 19 years of dedicated service. She took great pride in her job and mentored many new employees. She sincerely cared for those around her and would go out of her way to make them feel special. Vickey lived a life of compassion, selflessness and kindness. She loved crafting things for people, making cards, and scrapbooking. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren Heather, Sabrina, Brady, Sydney, Emily, Spencer and her great grandson Nolan. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband John, daughter Renee (Phil), son Jay (Jennifer), and son Frank (Angie). A memorial service will be held at 11am on Thurs. Nov. 20th at Turning Point Open Bible Church, 11911 N. Division St. Spokane. The family is appreciative of the wonderful staff of Hospice House for their care and compassion in making her comfortable in her final days.

COLLINS, BOB L

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[br][br]Bob Collins, 79, went to be with God early in the morning on Monday, November 10th following several months of battling multiple health issues. He is survived by his loving wife Sharon of 53 years (1 month shy of 54), his brother Chuck (Marge) of Buchanan, MI, his lifelong friend whom he loved as a brother Jim Heinen, and his sons Todd (Lori) and Scott (Kelli) both of Spokane. Bob had 14 grandchildren and was expecting his first great grandchild in the spring. Growing up in the Spokane Valley, Bob graduated from Central Valley High School in 1953. He served six years in the United States Army—two years active duty and four in the reserves. Bob worked in the construction industry for over 35 years. He had an excellent reputation of skillful and effective field management techniques and was well respected by architects, engineers, owners and subcontractors. Bob was a project superintendent for H. Halvorson, Hazen and Clark, Mooney & Pugh, and Shea Construction. Projects of consequence include: Cheney Jr. High School, Fifth & Browne Medical Building, North Central High School, FAFB Dormitories and Survival School, and Foothills Middle School in Wenatchee. Bob was passionate about his role as a project superintendent and it spilled over into his personal life. He spent over 30 years building and tweaking the second great love of his life, "the cabin at Priest River". He loved spending time at the cabin and building lifelong friendships with his river buddies. While at the cabin or at home in the Spokane Valley, Bob was always willing to help his friends solve their home project problems when they got in a bind. He will be greatly missed! The family is having a private graveside service on Saturday, November 22nd at Saltese Cemetery. Donations can be made on behalf of Bob Collins to Providence Kidney Transplant Foundation, PO Box 2555, Spokane, WA 99220-2555.

PHILPOTT, W. RICHARD "DICK"

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William Richard "Dick" Philpott passed away peacefully in his sleep, in Bellevue, at the age of 89. Born in Wenatchee to William L. and Nellie T. (McEneaney) Philpott, Dick lived most of his childhood on a farm south of Addy and graduated from Chewelah High School in 1943. Dick joined the Army Air Corps during World War II, training as a pilot of B-25 and B-26 Bombers. He took advantage of the GI bill and attended WSU where he became a member of the Kappa Sigma fraternity. Dick had an affinity for working with troubled youth. He was one of the first two Juvenile Parole Officers in the state, initially assigned a 13-county area from Neah Bay to Goldendale. Dick was a social work administrator and acted as Superintendent of the Spruce Canyon Youth Forest Camp, 25 miles east of Colville, from 1961 to 1974. He retired in 1981 from his position as Regional Administrator of DSHS in Colville. Dick is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Ellie, of Bellevue; son Jerry, of Seattle; daughter Lee (Geoff Lee) of Mercer Island; and three grandsons, Benjamin, Peter, and Scott Lee. Eldest son, Dirk, died in 1973. The family will hold a private service following cremation. Burial will take place at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests making a donation to the Kiwanis Club of Colville, to benefit local youth activities.

DEATH NOTICES ARE PUBLISHED AS...

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Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

ANDERSON, RONALD (AGE 72) PAS...

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ANDERSON, Ronald (Age 72) Passed away November 18, 2014 Community Cremation and Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA BENWAY, Gary N. (Age 49) Passed away November 17, 2014 Community Cremation and Funeral, Spokane, WA BRAZEE, Earl Robert (Age 85) Passed away November 17, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA CARASH, Craig William (Age 62) Passed away November 17, 2014 Lakeview Funeral Home, Sandpoint, ID CATTE, Meredith (Age 63) Passed away November 15, 2014 Yates Funeral Home, Coeur d'Alene, ID CHRISTENSEN, Ruth F. (Age 91) Passed away November 7, 2014 Neptune Society, Texas CLICK, Larry G. (Age 70) Passed away November 13, 2014 Community Cremation and Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA COSTIN, Joseph A. (Age 66) Passed away November 17, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA GABBARD, Rose A. (Age 79) Passed away November 16, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA HIGGINBOTHAM, Sheena M. (Age 69) Passed away November 16, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA LIGHTNER, Jay W. (Age 50) Passed away November 16, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA NICHOLS, Katherine (Age 58) Passed away November 17, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral Spokane Valley NOBLE, Bill F. "Billy" (Age 82) Passed away November 16, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA OLINGER, Benjamin L. (Age 89) Passed away November 15, 2014 Hazen & Jaeger Valley Funeral Home, Spokane Valley, WA RICHARDSON, Douglas W. (Age 74) Entered into rest November 16, 2014 www.riplingerfuneralhome.com SEWELL, Robert Lee (Age 80) Passed away November 7, 2014 Cheney Funeral Home, Cheney, WA SHARP, Roy (Age 74) Passed away November 17, 2014 Bruning Funeral Home, Colfax, WA SHROPE, Ila DeEtte (Age 86) Passed away November 15, 2014 Hazen & Jaeger Valley Funeral Home, Spokane Valley, WA SMITH, Alice Leola (Age 92) Passed away November 17, 2014 Bell Tower Funeral Home, Post Falls, ID WOODBURY, Mary (Age 73) Passed away November 17, 2014 Community Cremation and Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

AVNET, LIBBY (AGE 101) PASSED...

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AVNET, Libby (Age 101) Passed away November 17, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA DEMCHOK, Evelyn Louise (Age 95) Passed away November 12, 2014 English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d'Alene, ID HAGER, Clark E. (Age 82) Passed away November 17, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA HALL, Cedric L. (Age 85) Passed away November 18, 2014 Bruning Funeral Home, Colfax, WA HAMELRATH, Walter Fred (Age 92) Passed away November 16, 2014 Yates Funeral Home, Coeur d'Alene, ID HUNTER, Ethelrine (Age 81) Passed away November 17, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA KELLEY, Gerald A. (Age 70) Passed away November 17, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA KOCH, Agnes Ruth (Age 100) Passed away November 18, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA LIUM, Clara J. (Age 99) Passed away November 17, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA LOWE, Michael Vince (Age 61) Passed away November 18, 2014 Ball & Dodd Funeral Home, Spokane, WA NELSON, Claudia G. (Age 79) Passed away November 19, 2014 Kramer Funeral Home, Tekoa, WA RICHMOND, Thomas "Tom" Lynn (Age 65) Passed away November 13, 2014 ~ English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d'Alene, ID SMITH, Herbert A. (Age 86) Entered into rest November 19, 2014 www.riplingerfuneralhome.com SPECKMAN, Timothy "Tim" (Age 54) Passed away November 17, 2014 Shoshone Funeral Services & Crematory, Kellogg, ID SPONSEL, Dorothy M. (Age 83) Passed away November 17, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA WALLEN, Roderick Duane (Age 89) Passed away November 19, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

AUWEN, VIRGINIA (AGE 82) PASS...

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AUWEN, Virginia (Age 82) Passed away November 19, 2014 Kimball Funeral Home, Pullman, WA HOWE, Berniece M. "Bunny" (Age 88) Passed away November 19, 2014 Thornhill Valley Chapel, Spokane Valley, WA McCARTNEY, Walter Herman (Age 82) Passed away November 16, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA SEVIER, Rose M. (Age 94) Passed away November 19, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA WHEELER, Ronald L. (Age 56) Passed away November 14, 2014 Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona, WI WILSON, Dr. Robert M., Jr. (Age 100) Passed away November 19, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

DEATH NOTICE

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Paulette A. Kelekoma, Passed away November 11, 2014 Age 59 Spokane Cremation & Funeral

BOZLEY, LINDA (AGE 63) PASSED...

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BOZLEY, Linda (Age 63) Passed away November 16, 2014 English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d'Alene, ID CARPENTER, Brenda E. (Age 43) Passed away November 18, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA CHAMPION, Samuel D. (Age 29) Passed away November 16, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA DUVON, Larry (Age 76) Passed away November 20, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA HELLAR, Gretchen Albrecht (Age 71) Passed away November 21, 2014 Lakeview Funeral Home, Sandpoint, ID JOHNSON, Erville (Ervie) V. (Age 100) Passed away November 19, 2014 Riplinger Funeral Home, Spokane, WA MORSE, Floyd Alan (Age 72) Entered into rest November 20, 2014 www.riplingerfuneralhome.com POND-CRELIA, James Bradley (Age 29) Passed away November 19, 2014 ~ Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA SACCO, Ronald E. Passed away November 14, 2014 Sherman-Knapp Funeral Home, Newport, WA Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

GREENWOOD MEMORIAL TERRACE CEMETARY PLOTS FOR SALE

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2 spaces, 2 vaults, 2 markers (28"x16"). Plots 8 and 9 at 1310 Inspiration, Greenwood Memorial Terrace, 211 Government Way, Spokane, WA. Cemetery is currently charging $8700 for this package. Our price: $6200. Call Art at 509-630-7684 (509) 630-7684

BEGROVICH, JEAN M. (AGE 86) P...

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BEGROVICH, Jean M. (Age 86) Passed away November 19, 2014 Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory, Spokane, WA BUTTON, Richard L. (Age 91) Passed away November 18, 2014 Thornhill Valley Chapel, Spokane Valley, WA DeGRAAF, Richard William "Rich" (Age 56) Passed away Nov. 17, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA GIANUKAKIS, William (Age 83) Passed away November 20, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA HOCK, Jennie Rea (Age 97) Passed away November 18, 2014 Hazen & Jaeger Valley Funeral Home, Spokane Valley, WA KELM, Arnold K. (Age 72) Passed away November 20, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA LILLIOTT, Clifton (Age 92) Passed away November 19, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA LONG, Marion Frances (Age 92) Passed away November 19, 2014 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA MIKI, Henry M. (Age 78) Passed away November 19, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane Valley, WA MONTZHEIMER, James E. (Age 82) Passed away November 20, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA NAUGHT, Amelia Ann (Age 68) Passed away November 21, 2014 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane Valley, WA VOGT, Henry C. (Age 65) Passed away November 20, 2014 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA WAGNER, Frank L. (Age 74) Passed away November 17, 2014 Thornhill Valley Chapel, Spokane Valley, WA WINEBRENNER, Catalina Maniago (Age 87) Passed away Nov. 20, 2014 All County Cremation & Burials Services, Vancouver, WA WOODBURY, Carol L. (Age 73) Passed away November 16, 2014 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA Death Notices are published as a complimentary service of The Spokesman-Review. Look to the following obituaries or call the funeral home for further details.

THOMPSON, JAMES M

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[br][br]James M. Thompson was born in Niche North Dakota on July 26th 1921, to Fred and Esther (O'Leary) Thompson. "Jimmy" excelled in his studies and moved to Spokane in 1939 to attend Gonzaga University. His strong sense of social justice led him to pursue a law degree but a lack of funding forced him to leave Gonzaga after two years. After agreeing to give a friend a ride to Kaiser Aluminum's Trentwood plant for a job interview, he decided to put in his own application and was hired immediately. Given Jimmy's outgoing personality and leadership skills, he found a place in Local 338 of the United Steelworkers Union. It was his goal to secure fairness and economic security for all workers. He led a group of members known as the "Young Turks" and was elected Local President at the age of 28. He transformed the office of President into a full time position and oversaw the building of a local union hall, constructed of brick as a sign of strength and permanence. He was then appointed to the Steelworkers International Union and was eventually assigned to the Los Angeles area. It was there that he met Dolores "Mike" Mulheran who was a stewardess for Trans World Airlines. After a brief courtship they were wed on March 2, 1954, in New Orleans during Mardi Gras. Two years later, they returned to Spokane. Their union produced five children, Colleen, Terry, Tim (Mary), Pat (Lori) and Brian. He was a skilled negotiator and rose to become the Sub District Director of the Union and oversaw multiple labor contracts around the Pacific Northwest and Montana. Although described as a "Union War Horse", he was respected by management and members alike and formed many friendships with both. He worked with elected officials at all levels including U.S. Senators, Congressmen and Governors. He was at New York's Madison Square Garden when Marilyn Monroe sang Happy Birthday to President Kennedy. He retired in 1982 and remained in Spokane until recently moving to Everett to be closer to his family and grandchildren (Megan, Caitlin Ryan, Charlie, Tom, Dan and Joe). Jimmy led a full life, perhaps too full at some points. He loved sports, particularly Notre Dame Football, fishing, hunting and politics. He hated funerals so he is not having one. In the Irish tradition, please share a good story with family and friends and raise a glass in his memory. Irish Tenors - The Old Man The tears have all been shed now We've said our last goodbyes His souls been blessed He's laid to rest And it's now I feel alone He was more than just a father A teacher my best friend He can still be heard In the tunes we shared When we play them on our own I never will forget him For he made me "what I am" Though he may be gone Memories linger on And I miss him, the old man As a boy he'd take me walking By mountain field and stream And he showed me things Not known to kings And secret between him and me Like the colors of the pheasant As he rises in the dawn And how to fish and make a wish Beside the holly tree I thought he'd live forever He seemed so big and strong But the minutes fly And the years roll by For a father and a son And suddenly when it happened There was so much left unsaid No second chance To tell him thanks For everything he's done

MARTENS, CLARA H

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[br][br]Born Clara Bergitta Harnisch on a farm in Benewah Co, ID, she was the daughter of Anna Margaret (Harms) and Philip Gerold Harnisch of Tekoa, WA. She graduated Salutatorian in 1932 from Tekoa High School. After attending Kinman Business College in Spokane, she worked for the Garfield Union Warehouse and White Pine Sash. She passed at home in Portland, OR. In 1943, she married Kermit Dean Mitchell, moving to California after WW II. Clara and Kermit had two children: Marjorie Marie and Kermit Dean Jr. Clara worked 25 years for the County of San Bernardino, CA, ending as Superior Court Clerk and having serviced as President of the Court Clerk's Assn. After Kermit's death, she married Chiropractor Dr. George W. Martens. Always active in church, Clara volunteered in California at Campus Crusade for Christ. In Portland, she was an active member of Lent's Baptist. Her other enjoyments were cross word puzzles, reading, old movies and gardening. She leaves behind her daughter, 3 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Donations may be made in her honor to Faith Mission Circle, %Lent's Baptist Church, 5921 SE 88th, Portland, OR 97266. She was laid to rest in Montecito Memorial Park, Colton, CA.
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