Obituaries

Local Obituaries in Spokane County, WA

Betty E Baxter

Betty E Baxter

Dec 7, 2011

Betty Eileen Marty Baxter The following are quotes from the writings by Betty in her own words: “I sat on the rock ridge above the Fish Mine Gap, looking down into the 2200 acre basin at the head of Rickey Canyon that was my home for the first 19 years of my life. As I looked at it, memories flooded...

Audree A. Gordon

Audree A. Gordon

Dec 7, 2011

GORDON, Audree Allen 1927 -2011 Audree Allen Gordon passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, December 7th, 2011. Born October 9th, 1927, Audree was the first of two daughters. Her parents, Rance and Florence Allen were of pioneering stock in South Dakota and Iowa. Grandfather Dar, himself a much respected rancher, sold the farm and relocated...

James "Jim" Egger

James "Jim" Egger

Dec 6, 2011

JAMES P. “Jim” Egger (age 68) Born on December 6, 1943 in Chewelah, WA to Pete and Bernie Egger entered into rest on December 6, 2011 in Spokane, WA. Jim is survived by his wife of 44 years, Linda; daughter, Debi (Paul) Mackey; son, Dean Egger; grandsons, Brad Egger, Aidan and Aaron Mackey; his mother, Bernie Egger; sister, Sharon (Fred)...

Goldie F. CANN

Goldie F. CANN

Dec 2, 2011

CANN, Goldie - Went to be with our Lord on Dec 2, 2011. Born Goldie Florence Swenson on April 1, 1924 in Sandpoint, ID to Axel and Judith Swenson, Goldie graduated from Moscow High School in 1942. She also married Jack G. Cann on June 30, 1942. They lived in Moscow, ID where she worked at the University of Idaho...

Ronald D MacDonald

Ronald D MacDonald

Dec 1, 2011

Ronald D. MacDonald (age 74) was born on March 15, 1937 in Greenacres, WA and entered into rest on December 1, 2011 in the Spokane Valley. In 1950, the family moved to California where Ron graduated from Tracy High School in 1955. Ron joined the USAF and served his country proudly from 1956 – 1960. After being discharged from the...

Warren "Bud" Ross

Warren "Bud" Ross

Nov 26, 2011

Warren “Bud” Ross was born on December 15, 1924 and passed away on November 26, 2011. Bud was preceded in death by his wife Dolly and son Gary. He is survived by his daughter, Carol Huston and his granddaughters Lindsay and Hillary as well as numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2011...

Helen D. Goedde

Helen D. Goedde

Nov 25, 2011

GOEDDE, Helen D. "Penny" (Age 88) - Born on December 10, 1922 in Meeker, Colorado to Milton and Elva Olsen; entered into rest on November 25, 2011 in Spokane, WA. She is survived by her children; Milton Barron, John Oliveri (Diane), and Lisa Pleskach (Steve); grandchildren, Michelle (Devon), Johnny, Justin, Michael, Nick, Miranda, Serena, Scott and Brett; and several great...

Mary Ellen Young

Mary Ellen Young

Nov 18, 2011

YOUNG, Mary Ellen (Gundlach) (Age 83) Our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully on Friday, November 18, 2011. She was born in Spokane on May 14, 1928, attended Grant Elementary, and graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in 1946. She attended WSU and Whitworth. Mary worked as an office assistant in various businesses, retiring from Empire Glass...

Margaret E Harvey

Margaret E Harvey

Nov 17, 2011

Margaret E. Harvey(age 99) – Born in Spokane on November 8, 1912, Margaret passed away on November 17th, 2011, also in Spokane, WA. She lived in Spokane and attended city schools including Lewis & Clark High School. She worked as an organist for many Spokane churches, including her beloved Immanuel Baptist Church. Margaret was a member and Past Matron of...

Russell Foch Inman, Sr.

Russell Foch Inman, Sr.

Nov 15, 2011

Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather died peacefully Tuesday November 15, 2011 at his daughter Susan's home in Spokane surrounded by his devoted family. Russell Foch Inman, Sr. was born to parents George V. and Blanche D. Inman (Leeper) on November 26, 1918 in Amidon, North Dakota. Russ is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Robert, Richard, and Max,...

Jean E McLaughlin

Jean E McLaughlin

Nov 14, 2011

McLaughlin Jean E. 1923-2011 Our mother peacefully passed away during the late afternoon of November 14 following a short stay at Hospice House of Spokane; of which our family extends a heartfelt thank you and a deep sense of appreciation for their assistance and caring. Mom was a lifelong residence of Spokane, except for a short stint in Bremerton during...

Ardella M. Renn

Ardella M. Renn

Nov 11, 2011

Ardella Marie Renn (age 88) entered into rest on November 11, 2011 in Spokane, WA. She was born on July 5, 1923 to parents John and Mildred (Purrier) Betts in Dunn Center, ND. Ardella graduated from Killdeer High School in Killdeer, ND and attended ND State Teachers College in Bismarck, ND. She received her teaching certificate, and taught school in...

Marian J. Dierks

Marian J. Dierks

Nov 11, 2011

Marian J. Dierks (age 69) entered into rest on November 11, 2011 at her home in the Spokane Valley. She was born on August 12, 1942 to parents Loren and Eva Middleton in Spokane. Marian attended Riverside High School in Chattaroy. She worked as a waitress, cook, and baked for several establishments, nursing homes, and retirement homes. She married her...

Sheryl K. Cook

Sheryl K. Cook

Nov 11, 2011

Sheryl Kathleen Cook, age 55, passed away on November 11, 2011. Sheryl was born in Whittier, California on September 30, 1956. She is the second child of WD “Dub” and Woodene Evans. Sheryl’s father moved the family to the Spokane area in 1966. Sheryl graduated from Riverside High School in 1974. She married her high school sweetheart Rick Cook and,...

Irene B. Gamble

Irene B. Gamble

Nov 10, 2011

Irene B. Gamble (age 85) entered into rest on November 10, 2011 in Spokane, WA. Irene was born in Drake, ND on February 8, 1926 to parents Conrad, and Caroline Ficker. Her family moved to Spokane when she was just 4 years old. Irene attended local schools and graduated from John Rogers High School in 1942. Also in 1942, she...

Michael T. Richardson

Michael T. Richardson

Nov 8, 2011

Michael T. Richardson (age 57) entered into rest on November 8, 2011 in Renton, WA. Michael was born on May 21, 1954 in Seattle, WA to parents Glen E. and Donelle L. Richardson. He graduated from Shadle High School and studied welding at Spokane Community College. He was an Eagle Scout and always enjoyed the outdoors. Michael is survived by...

John P Brahe

John P Brahe

Nov 8, 2011

John P. Brahe was born on January 29, 1943 in Seattle, WA and passed away on November 8, 2011 at his home in Deer Park, WA. He married his loving wife Mary on March 31, 1967 in Spokane, WA. John’s purpose in life was his family and his occupation as an electrician. He loved to watch football, and for several...

Chester J. Wellington

Chester J. Wellington

Nov 7, 2011

Chester J. Wellington Captain USAF Retired passed way November 7, 2011 at the Spokane Veterans Home. Chuck is survived by his stepdaughter and son-in-law, Patricia (Stanton) Handley of Colville, WA; his friend and companion, Jackie Crane; grandchildren, Jerry Evans of Gainesville, VA, Chantille Sandi, and Rachelle Evans of Spokane, WA; and six great grandchildren. His parents preceded him in death....

George M Witter

George M Witter

Nov 7, 2011

Born August 25, 1921 to Stanley and Katherine, passed away November 7, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Margaret (Cardle) of Spokane; son Bob (Karen) Witter of Anaheim, CA, son Jim (Sherlyn) Witter of Spokane, son Rick (Angela) Witter of Spokane, daughter Margaret Fallquist of Spokane, and son John (Jackie) of Spokane; his brother, Stan Witter,...

James McKenney

James McKenney

Nov 4, 2011

James Bennett McKenney passed away on November 4, 2011. James was born in Baltimore, Maryland on July 22, 1928 to John and Bessie McKenney. James graduated from Polytechnic High School in Baltimore. He later married Georgene May Guter in 1954. They settled in Spokane and had two children, Pamela and George. Georgene passed away in 1969. James later married Shirley...

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