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Jefferey  Scott Larson

Jefferey Scott Larson

Jun 20, 2009

Obituary Jeff S. Larson 4/7/1961 - 6/20/2009 Jeff was truly larger than life. His indomitable spirit, boundless capacity for love and generosity, charismatic personality and tender heart were a gift to us all. We have lost a man who gave everything and asked for nothing in return, whose family and friends feel blessed and honored to have shared his light....

Bryan  William Tomasetti

Bryan William Tomasetti

Jun 17, 2009

Obituary Bryan W. Tomasetti Bryan William Tomasetti, age 34, died unexpectedly on Wed., June 17, 2009 in Tacoma, WA of a brain aneurysm. Born September 13, 1974 in Camp Hill, PA, he was the son of Marilyn and Michael Dowd, Mechanicsburg and Ronald and Kathy Tomasetti of Elizabethtown. Surviving in addition to his parents are two brothers, Dr. Adam Tomasetti...

John  Michael Sherwood

John Michael Sherwood

Jun 16, 2009

Obituary John Mickeal Sherwood Born Feb. 24, 1952; deceased June 17, 2009. Services at Tahoma National Cemetery June 29, 2009 at 10:00 am. We love you, Mike.

Carrol  R. Reichert

Carrol R. Reichert

Jun 16, 2009

Obituary Carrol R. Reichert Born Nov. 3, 1929 passed on to heaven June 16, 2009 at Good Samaritan Hospital. He enjoyed fast cars and nice items. He lived in the Puyallup area most of his life and was the owner of many local business over the years. He is survived by many relatives locally and across the country, who loved...

Jeanne  Elizabeth Simpson

Jeanne Elizabeth Simpson

Jun 16, 2009

Obituary Jeanne Simpson Nov 23, 1925 ?" Jun 16, 2009 In the company of her children, after a short illness Mom went peacefully to join her Heavenly Father. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandma and friend giving selflessly to her family. Mom not only dedicated her life to her 12 children but also opened her heart and home...

George  Delbert French

George Delbert French

Jun 13, 2009

Obituary George D. French Husband, dad, friend, boater, outdoorsman, soccer coach, military aviator, traveler, pet lover. Mom's husband, and our father, was all those things and so much more. He gave us many gifts. Some of them were traditional gifts, such as at Christmas or other times. But there were other, more important gifts. He gave us strong genes, good...

Daniel Fermo

Daniel Fermo

Jun 8, 2009

Obituary Daniel William Fermo Daniel William Fermo an admired and cherished man, passed away to join his Heavenly Father, parents and family, on June 8, 2009, at the age of 90. He entered our world on May 22, 1919 to Antonio and Donata Fermo, in Tacoma, WA, at his family home. Daniel was the sixth born of eight children and...

Mark  S. Grenley

Mark S. Grenley

Jun 5, 2009

Obituary Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home.

Edward  Leo Muth

Edward Leo Muth

Jun 3, 2009

Obituary Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home.

Barbara  Ann Powers

Barbara Ann Powers

Jun 3, 2009

Obituary Barbara Ann Powers Surrounded by members of her loving family, Barbara's gentle passing to the next life was on Wednesday, June 3. Her lifetime partner and devoted husband Dick survives her along with Jennifer, Keith, Heather and Julia her crazy, loveable children; and, four adoring grandchildren. Her friends and family will miss her deeply and yearn for the feisty...

Larry  Leroy Flinn

Larry Leroy Flinn

Jun 2, 2009

Obituary Larry LeRoy Flinn Larry L. Flinn died peacefully in Tacoma on June 2, 2009. He was born January 25, 1920 in Bellingham Wa. He served in the U.S. Navy as a signalman during World War II aboard the U.S.S. Tatnuck in the Aleutian Islands. He was a successful business man in the floral industry in both Seattle and Tacoma....

Paul  Andrew Lenti,  Sr

Paul Andrew Lenti, Sr

Jun 1, 2009

Obituary Paul Lenti, Sr. Paul Andrew Lenti was born to Andrew and Caroline Lenti on March 14, 1923 and he left this earth on June 1, 2009. Paul was a compassionate and generous man, who had a great love for his family and for his fellow man. To those who knew him, which at times seemed to be the entire...

William  Emerson Kline

William Emerson Kline

May 26, 2009

Obituary William E. Kline Bill, as he was generally known passed away May 26th following a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his dear wife Ann, his parents, brother and sister. He will be remembered as the "milkman" serving many homes and small grocery stores throughout the greater Tacoma area. His retirement years were devoted to travel in...

Margaret  Louise Hill

Margaret Louise Hill

May 26, 2009

Obituary Margaret Louise Hill On January 9, 1925, Margie (Margaret Louise) Gehri came into the world as the firstborn child of Cathryn Rose Butler Gehri and Adolf Gehri. She slipped away to the great place of peace in the company of her family, early in the morning on May 26, 2009, having been a Tacoma girl her entire life. She...

Thelma  Del Valle

Thelma Del Valle

May 24, 2009

Obituary Thelma (Manarino) Del Valle Thelma was born in Tacoma, WA to Joseph and Rose Manarino. She passed away Sunday, May 24, 2009. She was something! Thelma lived in Tacoma until she married John Del Valle. They moved to St. Louis, then to Beverly Hills, and finally to Miami. When her husband died in 1991 she returned to Tacoma to...

Jerome  Jay Donion

Jerome Jay Donion

May 21, 2009

Obituary Jerome J. (Jerry) Donion, lifelong resident of Tacoma, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2009, at Kline Galland Home. Before his illness, Jerry was an active member for many years of Temple Beth El and B'Nai Brith, who honored him with their Akiba Award. He received a Community Service Award from the City of Tacoma for his volunteer work....

Marian  Rose Mcgonigal

Marian Rose Mcgonigal

May 21, 2009

Obituary Marian Rose Cahill McGonigal Born at home in Cicero, IL. October 24, 1921. Passed away in her daughter Mary's home in Fife, WA May 21st, 2009. She was held as a baby in her grandfather's arms as he danced the Irish jig. He died the next day. Home, Family, Catholic Faith and Celebration defined her life. She is preceded...

Eleanor  Etta Morgan

Eleanor Etta Morgan

May 20, 2009

Obituary Eleanor Etta Morgan "Ellie" Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and friend passed away suddenly May 20, 2009. Born December 8, 1932 in Tacoma, Ellie graduated from Lincoln High School in 1950, and attended Central WA University until she met and married Charles M. Morgan Jr. in 1953. Together they raised five children and shared 27 years of love and...

Jane Moosey

Jane Moosey

May 20, 2009

Obituary JANE GREIWE BARLINE MOOSEY Jane Greiwe Barline Moosey, 96, born October 3, 1912, passed away after a full and wonderful life on May 20, 2009. Jane was the beloved wife of Dean Barline for 23 beautiful and fun filled years until his passing. Thereafter, Jane met Dr. George A. Moosey and they had a beautiful 20 years of marriage...

Andrew  Caesaire Dupas

Andrew Caesaire Dupas

May 18, 2009

Obituary Andrew Caesaire Dupas Born on Sept.14, 1920 in New Orleans, LA to Caesaire and Emma Dupas, Andy died peacefully on May 18, 2009 in Everett, WA, surrounded by family. He joined the Army in 1942, served under Gen. Patton and fought at The Battle of the Bulge. Andy met Anne Jurancich at a USO Dance at Fort Lewis and...

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