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Dora Kovach
Jan 6, 2007
Obituary Sister Cecilia Alice Kovach, OSF, died in St. Ann Convent, Tacoma, Washington, on January 6. She was eighty-nine years of age and had been a professed member of the Sisters of St. Franicis of Philadelphia for sixty-eight years. Sister Cecilia Alice (Dora Cecilia Kovach) was born in Tacoma, where she was a member of Sacred Heart Parish. She graduated...
Taylor Jordan Courtois
Jan 6, 2007
Obituary Taylor Courtois, died January 6, 2007 peacefully in his mothers arms. He has passed on to heaven to be with his family and friends. Taylor is survived by: mother, Kathy; "half mother" Geri Hawk; sister, Jane; brothers, David, Zach and Leroy; grandma and grandpa Svoboda and grandpa Nolte. He is also survived by a large extended family and circle...
Helen M Pickett
Jan 6, 2007
Obituary Helen M. Pickett, 90, died Jan. 6, 2007. An angel on earth, now an angel in heaven. Helen is survived by: children, Larry (Joann), Bakersfield, CA, Bill (Sue), New Castle, WA, Colleen Thompson, Tacoma; 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, a sister and 2 brothers. She was preceded in death by her husband William H. Pickett, Sr. Funeral Mass will be...
Frank Joseph Tollan
Jan 6, 2007
Obituary Frank passed away Saturday, January 6 at St. Clare's Hospital with his family around him. He was born in Queens, New York, February 27, 1933, and raised in Scotland. He served 22 years in the USAF and represented his country as a member of the Armed Forces National soccer team. Frank's passions included travel, soccer, his children and grandchildren....
Arnold Hershman,
Dec 31, 2006
Obituary Dr. Arnold Hershman, D.O. died December 31, 2006, in Tacoma. He was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1926 and had been an area resident the last 10 years. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 5, 2007 2:00pm Haven of Rest Chapel. Interment Haven of Rest.
James G Manza
Dec 29, 2006
Obituary James Gaetano Manza (Jim), born March 25, 1945, passed away Friday, December 29, 2006. He loved his family, friends, and community profoundly. A true benefactor, his generosity was a blessing to all. Jim valued his Jesuit education and treasured his memories of Bellarmine Prep and Gonzaga University. He celebrated his family and friends through his passion for cooking. Jim...
Margaret Ann Durfey
Dec 28, 2006
Obituary Marge passed away peacefully in her home after a long illness. She was surrounded by loving family members. She was well known for her generous spirit, her sense of adventure, her creativity, and her quick wit, which she exhibited even in her illness. An adventurous soul, Marge was a member of the Gold Wing Touring Association (GWTA), and was...
Delpha M Gentili
Dec 27, 2006
Obituary Delpha Mae Gentili, 88, passed away of natural causes on Wednesday, December 27, 2006. Delpha was born 9-12-1918 in Foley Minnesota, the daughter of Burl Johnson and Emma Fleck. Later she moved from Foley to Springfield OR in 1934. She married Elmer R. Gentili on 9-22-1941 in Tacoma WA. They lived in Tacoma with their children until 1957, when...
Patricia A. Hellenkamp
Dec 26, 2006
Obituary Patricia Ann Hellenkamp, 76 died peacefully Saturday, December 23, 2006, shortly after being diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. She is survived by husband Henry (Hank), sons Joel (Sherry), Greg, Terry (Amy), Chris (Donella) and Mark (Kimberly), and 12 grandchildren. Pat was born August 1, 1930 in Dunkerton, Iowa to Clarence and Myrtle Strain. She graduated from St. Catherine's University in...
Marie A. Engle
Dec 26, 2006
Obituary Marie A. Engle, 85, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2006. Born in Los Angeles, she led a full and active life. She was one of the first women bank managers in the state and retired after 35 years in the banking industry. She was a member of the Fife Chamber of Commerce, the Washington Women's Business Association, Catholic...
Grace M Lawrence
Dec 25, 2006
Obituary Grace passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 25, 2006 at the age of 92. Born in Havre, Montana. She attended Visitation Villa in 1934 and the University of Florida in 1947. She graduated from St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing in 1937 and was the first Nurse for the DuPont Powder Company in DuPont, Washington. She entered...
Louis J. Rousseau
Dec 24, 2006
Obituary Louis J. Rousseau January 14, 1920 - December 24, 2006 45 year owner and operator of the K Street Grill, WWII Veteran, lifelong member of The Elks Club, The Knights of Columbus, and "honorary" member of the Italian Community at Meile's. He was predeceased by his wife, Delphine, of 36 years. He is survived by his daughters, Michelle (Walter),...
Betty Jean Curry
Dec 23, 2006
Obituary To BJ, we offer our grateful appreciation for your presence in our lives, for teaching us about love and sacrifice and devotion; for your humility and honesty, and for your role as the consummate Mother to us all. BJ is a saint to us, although she would protest her embarassment over such high praise. (Sorry, Mom, but we know...
Dorothy Mae Wasner
Dec 21, 2006
Obituary It is with heartfelt sadness that the family of Dorothy Wasner announce her peaceful passing on December 21, 2006 in (University City) Tacoma. She was born on July 8, 1924 in Pe Ell, WA to Francis and Belle Marie Rudolph. She moved to Tacoma as a young girl where she attended the Aquinas Academy. While there, she played the...
Rosalie Theresa Giuntoli
Dec 19, 2006
Obituary Rosalie "Nickie" T. Guintoli, 83, passed away on December 19, 2006. She was born April 11, 1923 in Newport News, Virginia. She served as a captain in the United States Army during World War II and at the front with the 8055th MASH unit in Korean War. After her time in the service she worked as a supervisor at...
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