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IN LOVING MEMORY, VALIREE BRIANNE JACKSON

October 17, 2015, 5:00 pm

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In Loving Memory VALIREE BRIANNE JACKSON 10-06-1990 to 10-18-1999 OUR BEAUTIFUL ANGEL Remembering you is easy. We do it every day. But there's always an ache within our hearts that will never go away. Grandma and Grandpa Jackson and family.

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October 17, 2015, 5:00 pm

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[br][br]June Wells Hovey Clark born to Eva Simpson and Carl Hovey in Calgary, Canada the second of five children migrated to California in 1927. In 1943 she met and married the love of her life, USAF pilot Lt. Albert R. Clark. Stationed in Europe and Japan with 4 girls they added a fifth after moving to the SF Bay Area in 1961. June retired in 1978 finding her true calling in weaving and pine needle basketry. After losing her love of 40 years in 1983 she later moved to Spokane in 1990. She leaves behind her daughters: Judith A. Lugone, Colbert, WA; Barbara Rainforth, Vancouver, WA; Sandra Clark, San Jose, CA; Debra Cart, Lake Oswego, OR; Rebecca Lopez, Castle Rock, CO and 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren who loved her deeply and will miss her.

HUDSON, GERALDINE

October 17, 2015, 5:00 pm

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[br][br]An informal gathering to share memories of Mrs. Geraldine "Gerrie" Hudson will be held November 14, 2015, 4-6 pm, at Hills' Restaurant and Lounge, 401 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201. Gerrie passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at age 80. She was born in Fordyce, Arkansas on January 5, 1935 and raised in Shreveport, LA. Geraldine was preceded in death by her parents Alene and Gerald Orton. She is survived by her husband, William P. Hudson, of Spokane, WA; brother James E. Orton and wife Jeanne of Shreveport, LA; daughter Beverly DeFalco and husband Peter, of Phoenix, AZ; daughter Keli Cunningham of Spokane, WA; son Curtis Bartle of Riverside, WA; daughter Kelly Hudson of Olympia, WA; daughter Krista Hudson and husband Christopher Young of Seattle, WA; daughter Kari Hudson and husband Aaron Faulks of Spokane, WA; grandchildren Christopher DeFalco, Noah Cunningham, Lauren Myers, Ella Cunningham, Kallen Young, Audrey Young, and Archer Faulks; great-grandson Roman DeFalco.

DAVIS, MICHAEL G

October 17, 2015, 5:00 pm

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Surrounded by his adoring family, Michael Gilbert Davis entered heaven on October 14th, 2015. Born on February 4th, 1930 to Helen and Paul McKissock in North Irwin, Pennsylvania, where he developed a passion for Steeler black and yellow. After high school, Mike joined the United States Air Force serving in the Korean War. While serving, he met the love of his life Annabelle Bichler. Mike spent his free time salivating over Anne's homemade dinners and enjoying his retirement years as chauffeur for his grandchildren, always arriving curbside with chocolate, soda, and "I've Got Rings on My Fingers" playing. In the evenings, he loved relaxing in his recliner with Louie, his pup. The great outdoors were Mike's haven, always on the lookout for an eagle. He volunteered his time to Gonzaga Prep Football and the ARC of Spokane. Mike was the proudest patriarch never missing important moments. Mike embodied a strong work ethic, an ability to suspend judgment, and a keen sense of selflessness. Dad, Gramps, Bumpa, Mr. D, Mike...we will spend our lives searching for moments filled with you! Mike is survived by his wife of 64 years, Anne, and his eight children, Dale Davis, Gary Davis, Mary Jilbert (Michael), Stacey Higgins (H.T.), Tom Davis (Dawn), Laurel Davis (Louie), and Sean Davis (Deanna), 19 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Mike was preceded in death by his son Michael A. Davis and his parents. A memorial service will be held at 11:15 am, Friday, October 23rd at the Washington State Veteran's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at any STCU branch to benefit charitable work with the ARC of Spokane (Account #20018266516, Routing #325182700).

BATES, DONALD F

October 17, 2015, 5:00 pm

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Married 66 years to the love of his life, Donald is survived by Jane. He is also survived by their three children: Valerie Seppanen of Junction City, CA; Cynthia (Kyla) Bates and Wesley Bates of Spokane; four grandchildren: Bradley Bates, Blake Bates, Lily Seppanen and Myah Rodriquez-Bates. He was always proud of his work ethic and accomplishments in the work world. He obtained his BA in Chemistry at Berkley and went on to work as a chemist at Technicolor Motion Picture in Inglewood, CA, Pilot Chemical in Santa Fe Springs, CA, MacDonald Douglas, Long Beach and Torrance, CA. He then changed careers and became Manager of Environmental Health and Safety for Pacific Tow Boat and Salvage and Santa Barbara Research Center, CA. He retired in 1993 but continued with many of his volunteer efforts. He was able to impart his knowledge and passion of boating with the Sea Scouts as a skipper in Long Beach, CA and joined the United States Sail and Power Squadron. He continued his membership and involvement in the Power Squadron for 35 years. A life-long Methodist, he served on many committees and most recently served on the build committee for the addition at Moran United Methodist Church. Donald loved the outdoors and took his family camping all through their lives. Later in life Jane and Donald began cruising and traveling abroad. They spent five years being campground hosts in National Parks. He was a lifelong learner of Spanish and built some of his travels around immersion in the Spanish language world. Memorial services will be held for Donald on October 21, 2015 1:00pm at Moran United Method Church, 3601 E. 65th, Spokane, WA 99223. In lieu of flowers please make donations to: Moran United Methodist church, Hospice of Spokane or Spokane Sail and Power Squadron.

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October 19, 2015, 5:00 pm

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BLENCOE, Barbara J. (Age 81) Passed away October 17, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA BRUCE, Germaine (Age 75) Passed away October 18, 2015 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA BUELL, Kenneth V. (Age 82) Passed away October 17, 2015 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA CALLIS, Ollie V. (Age 91) Passed away October 19, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA COIL, Dwight (Age 78) Passed away October 18, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA DAWSON, Donald Edward (Age 78) Passed away October 6, 2015 Coffelt Funeral Service, Sandpoint, ID DIXON, Carolyn (Age 72) Passed away October 16, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA ERICKSON, Joan V. (Age 72) Passed away October 19, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA GUNDERSON, Terryl S. (Age 73) Passed away October 19, 2015 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA HAWLEY, Glen Harold (Age 91) Passed away October 18, 2015 Thornhill Valley Chapel, Spokane Valley, WA KUNKEL, Margaret F. (Age 100) Passed away October 16, 2015 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA LINDSEY, Priscilla (Fellows) (Age 97) Passed away October 16, 205 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA LOVELAND, Albert W. (Age 78) Passed away October 17, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA MOORS, Jacqueline M. (Age 95) Passed away October 18, 2015 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA PETERSON, Phyllis Lorraine (Age 90) Passed away October 16, 2015 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA RENAUD, Jack E. (Age 67) Passed away October 17, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA ROUSAR, Vanita M. (Age 93) Passed away October 19, 2015 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA SIERS, Barbara Jane (Age 81) Passed away October 14, 2015 Hennessey Funeral Home and Crematory, Spokane, WA WALKER, Camie Cathaleen (Age 48) Passed away October 16, 2015 Shoshone Funeral Services & Crematory, Kellogg, ID WALSH, William J. (Age 51) Passed away October 18, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA WOOD, Frances Marie (Age 88) Passed away October 18, 2015 Hazen & Jaeger 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.

KROL, HARRIET I

October 19, 2015, 5:00 pm

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[br][br]Harriet Krol passed away October 12, 2015. She will be forever in the memories of her loving family. She was quick to laugh and full of hugs. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Ann Krol Fabbiano and Michael Paul Fabbiano; son and daughter-in-law Longin Krol and Julie Krol; grandchildren Alexander Michael Fabbiano, James Rory Hurley, Shawna Lee Sastamoinen, Jill Ann Hurley, Nicholas James Fabbiano, and Alina Ann Krol; great grandchildren Andre Alexander Fabbiano and Anton Arie Fabbiano.

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October 20, 2015, 5:00 pm

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BECKER, Frank William (Age 85) Passed away October 18, 2015 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA BRUNKO, Steven P. (Age 59) Passed away October 18, 2015 English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d'Alene, ID COIL, Dwight H. (Age 78) Passed away October 18, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA DELLAR, Mary Joan (Age 99) Passed away October 16, 2015 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA DRURY, Sharon Lee (Age 55) Passed away October 15, 2015 Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services of Spokane, Spokane, WA FLEISHER, John L. (Age 84) Passed away October 17, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA HARPER, Mary (Age 92) Entered into rest October 19, 2015 www.riplingerfuneralhome.com HERRMANN, Walter C. (Age 97) Passed away October 15, 2015 Hazen & Jaeger Valley Funeral Home, Spokane Valley, WA HUNT, Reginald V. (Age 65) Passed away October 16, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA HUTCHENS, Tyra K. (Age 56) Passed away October 19, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA JOHNSON, Arline A. (Age 88) Passed away October 20, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA JONES, Charlotte Ann (Age 78) Passed away October 18, 2015 Sherman-Knapp Funeral Home and Crematory, Priest River, ID LAMPHERE, Ted C. (Age 74) Passed away October 18, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA NANCE, Maureen A. (Age 58) Passed away October 15, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA MAGEE, James R. (Age 78) Entered into rest October 18, 2015 www.riplingerfuneralhome.com McCANDLESS, Maxine G. (Age 84) Passed away October 18, 2015 Community Cremation and Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA McCRAY, Barbara Adair (Age 66) Passed away October 20, 2015 RISSMANN, Martha M. (Age 92) Passed away October 19, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA ROHDE, Patricia A. (Age 85) Passed away October 17, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA TAYLOR, Marion V. (Age 94) Passed away October 18, 2015 Ball & Dodd Funeral Home, Spokane, WA WEEKS, Eleanor C. "Becky" (Age 94) Passed away October 18, 2015 Kramer Funeral Home, Palouse, 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.

ADDINGTON, RAYMOND G

October 20, 2015, 5:00 pm

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[br][br]Addington, Raymond Gordon (age 84) passed away Oct 5, 2015 at home with family where he lived for 44 years. Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sons, 3 brothers, and 3 sisters. Raymond is survived by his wife of 57 years: Thelma, 2 daughters Raydean (Ed) Dituri, Polly (Dennis) Frederick, 2 sisters Delta Lebret, Lucille (James) Perkins, 2 brothers Vern (Maryanita) Addington, Glenn Addington, 15 grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews. Raymond was born in Springdale, Wa and raised in Ford, WA. He went to grade school in Ford and Hunters, WA then graduated from Springdale. Raymond enlisted in the Air force in 1950 until 1953 when he began his career at Dawn Mining where he retired in 1996 after 34 3/4 total years there. Graveside services will be Saturday October 24th, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Pleasant View Cemetery in Ford WA. A potluck gathering will be held immediately following the ceremony at Ford Catholic Church.

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October 21, 2015, 5:00 pm

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ABBOTT, Michael E. (Age 70) Passed away October 20, 2015 Strate Funeral Home, Davenport, WA BENDER, Denise M. (Age 55) Passed away October 19, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service CAIN, Lyle Jesse Passed away October 19, 2015 English Funeral Chapel, Coeur d'Alene, ID LASARTE, Philip W. "Joe" (Age 61) Passed away October 18, 2015 Kramer Funeral Home, Tekoa, WA MEDLEY, Karen Ann (Age 67) Passed away October 20, 2015 Hennessey Funeral Home & Crematory, Spokane Valley, WA MOHS, Arthur O. (Age 73) Passed away October 21, 2015 Neptune Society, Spokane, WA PRATT, Elfriede J. (Age 84) Passed away October 20, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service ROSELL, Kim M. (Age 51) Passed away October 19, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service RUHL, Kathryn Elizabeth (Age 98) Passed away October 19, 2015 Hazen & Jaeger 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.

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October 21, 2015, 5:00 pm

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JON CHRISTOPHER HALL 1969 ~ 2012 We celebrate your 46th birthday! We celebrate you. Always in our hearts, Love Your Family

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October 22, 2015, 5:00 pm

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ELLIOTT, Doris H. (Age 88) Passed away October 21, 2015 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA WOFFORD, Nettie Ellen (Age 88) Passed away October 20, 2015 Shoshone Funeral Services & Crematory, Kellogg, 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.

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October 22, 2015, 5:00 pm

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October 22, 2015, 5:00 pm

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MCCRAY, BARBARA

October 22, 2015, 5:00 pm

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[br][br]Barbara Adair McCray, age 66 of Spokane, WA, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, October 20, 2015, six-months after a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. Her family and friends will miss Barb's loving spirit, her generous heart, her positive outlook on life, and her devotion to family. Throughout her journey with cancer, Barb remained hopeful and kept her faith. She was an inspiration to all who met her. A 1967 graduate of Shadle Park High School, Barb continued her education at Eastern Washington University where she received her BA in Education. In 2011, Barb retired from a 33-year teaching career. Upon her retirement she spent her time traveling with friends and enjoying her grandchildren. She was very active and loved being outdoors. Family and friends were Barb's passion and delight. In 1971, Barb married her high school sweetheart, Douglas McCray. The two remained best friends throughout their marriage, until Doug went home to be with Jesus in 1997. They had two daughters Erika and Allison. The family loved vacationing on the Oregon Coast and spending summers up at Priest Lake, ID. Barb leaves behind her daughters, Erika (Jacob) Mullins and Allison (Corey) Still, along with six precious grandchildren, Emily, Lily, Lindsey, Kinley, Torii, and Kenton, her boyfriend Bob Windham, her father Lloyd (Fran) Brusseau, her brother Bill (Joan) Brusseau, brother-in-law Dick McCray, brother-in-law Bob (Tessa) McCray, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Barb will be greeted in Heaven by her husband Doug, her mom Zelpha Brusseau, her in-laws Charlie and Kay McCray, her sisters-in-law Joan Leach and Lois McCray, and her niece Kelly McCray. Thank you for all your prayers and helping hands these last six months. A memorial service and reception for Barb will be held at Spokane First Church of the Nazarene, 9004 Country Holmes Blvd on Tuesday, October 27th at 4:30 p.m. Please join us in celebrating Barb's life. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the McCray Grandchildren Benefit Fund set up at any STCU branch.

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October 23, 2015, 5:00 pm

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ELLIOTT, Doris Hazel Passed away October 21, 2015 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA LAIRD, Gay D. "Del" (Age 71) Passed away October 21, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA MAURER, Charles J. (Age 77) Passed away October 21, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA MILLER, Ronald B. (Age 85) Passed away October 23, 2015 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA RIDDLE, Andrw A. (Age 37) Passed away October 21, 2015 Community Cremation & Funeral, Spokane, WA SINKOVIC, Diane R. (Age 69) Passed away October 20, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA WATSON, James A. (Age 52) Passed away October 20, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, 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.

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October 24, 2015, 5:00 pm

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CARPENTER, Dorothy E. (Age 78) Passed away October 24, 2015 Lauer Funeral Home in Deer Park, Washington COMBS, Clyde Frederick, Jr. (Age 89) Passed away October 23, 2015 Hazen & Jaeger Funeral Home, Spokane, WA FRUCCI, Dominic E. "Nick" Passed away October 16, 2015 Hennessey Funeral Home and Crematory, Spokane, WA GAMBREL, Brenda L. (Age 51) Passed away October 22, 2015 Schanzenbach Funeral Home, Fairfield, WA HIATT, Robert R. (Age 97) Entered into rest October 20, 2015 Riplinger Funeral Home and Crematory, Spokane, WA LANTZ, Elsie M. (Age 77) Passed away October 20, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA LIPPERT, Elaine A. (Age 95) Passed away October 19, 2015 Hennessey Funeral Home and Crematory, Spokane, WA MALINAK, Sarah M. (Age 23) Passed away October 19, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, Spokane, WA MCCORMACK, Molly E. (Age 85) Passed away October 22, 2015 Kramer Funeral Home, Tekoa, WA MILLER, Cheryl Marie (Age 58) Passed away October 22, 2015 Heritage Funeral Home, Spokane, WA NICHOLS, Michael R. (Age 67) Passed away October 20, 2015 Community Cremation and Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA O'SHAUGHNESSY, Eunice L. (Age 84) Passed away October 16, 2015 Community Cremation and Funeral Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley, WA REYNOLDS, Jack Leanord, Jr. (Age 65) Passed away October 19, 2015 Lauer Funeral Home in Deer Park, Washington RUPP, Marcelle I. (Age 87) Passed away October 21, 2015 Cheney Funeral Chapel, Cheney, WA SHAW, Clara Belle (Age 87) Passed away October 22, 2015 Thornhill Valley Chapel, Spokane Valley, WA VALSVIG, Rose A. (Age 87) Passed away October 18, 2015 Lauer Funeral Home in Deer Park, Washington WRIGHT, Emmett A. (Age 87) Passed away October 22, 2015 Spokane Cremation & Funeral Service, 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.

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October 24, 2015, 5:00 pm

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SHERRI MARQUE Well darlin', three short yet very long years have past and it gets no easier. I know your no longer in pain, and that eases my pain immensely. But oh, how you are missed. Forever in love, Forever married.

GEARHEART, RUTH I

October 24, 2015, 5:00 pm

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[br][br]Ruth Irene Gearheart 01/10/1936 - 10/17/2015 Our Loving Wife, Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma passed surrounded by her family on Saturday, October 17th. Irene was born in Spokane Washington to Ada Lyon on January 10th, 1936. She attended Logan Elementary and John Rogers High schools. Irene met the love of her life, Stanley and they were married August 20th 1953 in Spokane. Irene is survived by Stanley Gearheart at the family home in Oak Harbor, WA., sons, Howard Gearheart and wife Carol of Arlington, WA, Jerry Gearheart and wife Colleen of Salt Lake City, UT, and Randy Gearheart and wife Kittie of Marysville, WA.. Numerous grandkids and great grandkids that she cherished her time with, will also miss Gramma Red. Stan was active duty Navy at the time of their marriage. Their first son Howard was born at Fairchild AFB in October 1956. 1958 saw them transferred to Kwajalein Island in the South Pacific where their second son Jerry was born in March of 1959. From the South Pacific Stan deployed on the USS Coral Sea stationed in Alameda where the family resided until 1960 when they moved to Oak Harbor, WA on Whidbey Island. 1964 found them moving to Iwakuni, Japan. April of 1965 Randy was born in Yokosuka, Japan. In 1966 the family again lived in Alameda before moving back to Oak Harbor in 1967 until 1972 when the Navy sent them to San Pedro, CA. In 1973 Stan retired and brought the family back to Oak Harbor. During all these moves Irene spent a lot of time raising the boys alone as Stan served his country. She........... - Was an avid bowler - Taught English to Japanese High School students - Handcrafted Japanese Kabuki Dolls - Partnered in a ceramic business - Worked for the Navy Exchange - Was a foster parent to many children - Enjoyed the CB craze and was an active participant, "Little Red" was her handle - Was active in the VFW Auxiliary, Post 7392, Oak Harbor - Loved to travel in the Motorhome - Enjoyed lake fishing with Stan - Really like her "RED" Beer Irene will be missed. But the memories she helped create will be cherished forever. There will be a Celebration of Irene's Life at the Oak Harbor VFW, 3037 N Goldie Road, Oak Harbor, WA (360-675-4048) on Sunday November 1st at 3pm. There will be a private ceremony at Spokane Memorial Gardens on Friday October 30th.