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Heaven Esperanza Arellano
Feb 16, 2014
Obituary Heaven Esperanza Arellano Heaven Esperanza Arellano received her angel wings and went to be with her Great-uncles, Cidainyall and Milton on February 16, 2014. Even though we didn't get to meet her, she was greatly loved and will never be forgotten. Heaven is survived by her parents, Jose Arellano-Pedraza and Lindy Armendariz; grandparents, Loranda Pedraza, Jose Arellano, Kimberly Correa...
Naoma Ruth Doyle
Feb 13, 2014
Obituary Naoma Ruth (White) Doyle Naoma Ruth (White) Doyle was born on March 24, 1924 in Yakima, WA to Ruth (Lambdin) and William Andrew White, Sr. She passed away on February 13, 2014 in Federal Way, WA with her daughter at her side. She graduated from the now unremembered Yakima High School and then followed her older sister to Tacoma...
Cheryl Lynn Hosa
Feb 12, 2014
Obituary Cheryl Lynn Hosa 8/6/1952 - 2/12/2014 Simply put, Cheryl was an amazing person. Services to be held at 1pm on Friday, 2/28/2014 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 3315 S. 19th St in Tacoma. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home.
Evelyn Cecelia Kitna
Feb 3, 2014
Obituary Evelyn Ludwig Matesa Kitna Evelyn Kitna passed away on Monday February 3rd at Swedish Hospital in Issaquah. She was 93, born March 5, 1920. Her family was with her when she went sweetly. She is survived by her children, Frank Matesa, Georgeanne and Bob Magruder, Martin and Fay Kitna, David Kitna, Duane Kitna and Bryon Stargel; sisters, Regina Musser...
Anne Margaret Barkley
Feb 3, 2014
Obituary Anne Margaret Barkley Born September 11, 1925 in Oakview, Colorado, "Grandma Anne" passed away peacefully Monday, February 3, 2014 in Tacoma. She was preceded in death by the love of her life and husband of 54 years, Theodore; and parents, Frank and Sophie Cekado. She is survived by her sons, Dan (Jill), Ken, Bob (Kimberly); five grandchildren and 13...
Lauretta G. Vukovich
Feb 1, 2014
Obituary Lauretta G. Vukovich On February 1, 2014 Lauretta Gene Vukovich peacefully passed away. Born as a twin on July 21, 1924, she was raised in NE Tacoma and graduated from Federal Way High School in 1942. While employed at the shipyards, she met a handsome sailor. On April 15, 1944 she married Ned M. Vukovich at St. Martin of...
Mary Elizabeth (Duffy) Levitre
Feb 1, 2014
Obituary Mary (Duffy) LeVitre Mary Elizabeth (Duffy) LeVitre passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at the age of 90. Mary was born on April 30, 1923 to Michael F. and Helen M. (Hoffman) Duffy in Seattle, WA. She grew up in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood, where she attended St. Benedict's Catholic Grade School and Lincoln High School. Mary attended the...
Jeanette Ann Fahey
Jan 31, 2014
Obituary Jeanette Ann Fahey January 15, 1924 ~ January 31, 2014 "Her children arise and call her blessed" Proverbs 31:18 Jeanette, our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend, has been called home by God. Her spirit was carried gently to heaven in the arms of angels, soon after her 90th birthday. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving...
Helen Margaret Buhr
Jan 29, 2014
Obituary Helen Margaret Buhr Helen Margaret Buhr, loving wife, mother and grand/great-grandmother, passed away Wednesday morning January 29, 2014 in Tacoma, WA at the age of 92. Helen was married for 69 years to Mr. Gerhart "Jeff" Buhr, a lifelong Tacoma resident. Helen Buhr was born in Pittsburg, California, near San Francisco, on May 28th, 1921 to Frank and Jeannette...
Michael J. Dueker
Jan 29, 2014
Obituary Michael J. Dueker Michael J. Dueker, born December 6, 1963, passed January 29, 2014. He was a loving husband and father who was a guiding light in the daily lives of his wife, Alicia and son, Markus. His family, friends and colleagues appreciated his brilliant mind. He will be remembered as always being fun, kind, smart and witty. He...
Rodney William Wilson
Jan 28, 2014
Obituary Rodney William Wilson Rodney William Wilson passed away peacefully on January 28, 2014 after battling 8 months of cancer. He was born on November 4, 1943 in Seattle, WA, the son of William and Virginia Wilson who both preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Paula, the love of his life for 41 years; sons, Ryan...
James Andrew Huey
Jan 25, 2014
Obituary James Andrew Huey James Andrew Huey Died suddenly in his home in Tacoma on Saturday, January 25. He was 33. James, born on March 29, 1980 in Worthington, MN, was a graduate of Bismarck (ND) High School and Tacoma Community College. He was employed at Stadium Thriftway, where he loved serving the public, especially the Friday afternoon summer outdoor...
Warren F Mcneal, Dds
Jan 25, 2014
Obituary Warren Franklyn McNeal, DDS November 24, 1926 ~ January 25, 2014 Warren McNeal, 87, died peacefully in his sleep. Born in Auburn, WA, he was the only child of Charles Franklyn and Virginia Brady McNeal. He lived a life defined by adventure, as an Eagle Scout, professional, father, sailor, and world traveler. He graduated from Lincoln High School in...
Christopher Terence Jewels
Jan 24, 2014
Obituary Christopher T. Jewels Born 3-21-1955 Frankfurt, Germany died 1-24-2014 Tacoma, Washington Chris aka Mags loved his work, where he helped many Boeings get their wings. An avid Whovian who loved the internet, music, art, science and discovering new and interesting things. He had a vast amount of friends all over the world, with whom he maintained contact throughout the...
Marietta Wallaert
Jan 21, 2014
Obituary Sister Marietta Wallaert (Sister Agnes Madeline) Sister Marietta spent 75 years of her life as a Franciscan sister. She was a teacher, a principle, a librarian, and a tutor. Her love of learning inspired many students to reach for their full potential. Sister was born in Baker City, Oregon and passed away on January 21, 2014 in Tacoma. She...
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