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Roger Dean Jack "Weel K^Wen Eet Cha" , 70, proud Elder of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville, left us during the early morning hours of Tuesday, February 15, 2022, from Wenatchee, Washington. Roger entered this world on Sunday, October 7, 1951 ,in Nespelem, Washington, to the home of Isaac Sr. and Jennie Dora Swawilla-Jack. A member of the Catholic Church, Roger was passionate about his Native American Heritage. He loved the Traditional Ways, Participated in powwow contests, beading, and... Full story
A Celebration of Life for John Combs, Jr., will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 12, at the Grand Coulee Nazarene Church. John passed away October 7, 2021. Small reception following... Full story
David Leon Friesen, age 70, passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022 in Grand Coulee, Washington. He was born Friday, June 22, 1951 to George E. & Esther Sawatsky-Friesen in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Following high school, he worked in the mines in Kellogg, Idaho, then David served his country with honor in Vietnam with the US Navy from 1970 to 1974, earning the "National Defense Service Medal", "Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal", "Vietnam Service Medal With One Bronze Star" and a "Meritorious U... Full story
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Frances M. Hocking. She passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at the age of 79 from Alzheimer's. Frances was devoted, humorous, strong, and hard working. These characteristics were prevalent throughout her life. Frances was born on February 14, 1942, in Browning, Montana, to Frank and Ethel Merchant. She was raised on the Blackfeet Reservation and shared a home full of love and laughter with her parents, six... Full story
David Leon Friesen, age 70, passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022 in Grand Coulee, Washington. He was born Friday, June 22, 1951 to George E. & Esther Sawatsky-Friesen in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Following high school, he worked in the mines in Kellogg, Idaho, then David served his country with honor in Vietnam with the US Navy from 1970 to 1974, earning the "National Defense Service Medal", "Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal", "Vietnam Service Medal With One Bronze Star" and a "Meritorious U... Full story
She was born to Shirley Lewis on February 4, 1954, in Spokane, WA and walked through the gates of Heaven to her beloved Jerry on February 5, 2022 at her home in Oroville, WA surrounded by her loved ones. Raised by her mother Shirley and Bernard Picard, Sr. in Nespelem, WA with her brothers; Del, Earl, and step-brothers Ben Jr. and Donald. She loved her childhood on the (Picard) ranch and told many stories about growing up there. And although she moved away as an adult, she kept many friends and... Full story
Les Fossum 6/14/1932-11/18/2021 MaryAlice Fossum 6/21/1931-5/31/2014 Les and MaryAlice Fossum are back together after seven years of being apart. They were married July 10, 1958, at the Chapel of the Pines in Burien, Washington, and were together for 56 years prior to MaryAlice's passing in 2014. Les was born in Cheney, Washington, on June 14, 1932 to Lester and Grace (Swanson) Harr. Following the death of his father, his mother married George A.O. Fossum who adopted Les and his sister Joyce.... Full story
Helen Johnson, a long time resident of Electric City, died at home surrounded by family in Wenatchee on Jan. 22 2022. She was born in Sebeka, Minnesota, on Mar. 18, 1922. She was the third of five children born to Peter and Clara Ostlund and grew up on their farm near Sebeka. She had fond memories of growing up in a poor home with a supportive and loving family. She graduated from Sebeka High School in 1940 and attended a business school in Minneapolis for a year before taking a job at the Sebeka Post Office. Helen married Bert Johnson on May... Full story
Harriet Lorraine (Moore) Williams passed away in peacefully in Spokane, Washinton, on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. She was born to George E and Lois A (Walling) Moore in Keller, Washington. In her early years, Sally could be found riding and raising horses in the Elmer City area. She had a great love for horses. She later married Richard Williams. After moving several times, the family settled in Kewa, Washington, running the Kewa Trading Post. There they raised six (6) children and helped... Full story
Harriet Lorraine (Moore) Williams passed away peacefully in Spokane, Washington, Wednesday, January 26, 2022. She was born to George E and Lois A (Walling) Moore in Keller, Washington. In her early years, Sally could be found riding and raising horses in the Elmer City, Washington area. She had a great love for horses. She later married Richard Williams. After moving several times, the family settled in Kewa, Washington, running the Kewa Trading Post. There they raised six (6) children and helpe... Full story
Grace C. Steffens, 96, passed away Monday, January 17, 2022, at her home in Electric City, Washington. She was born in Monticello, MN. to Anthony and Vera Dierich, the oldest of 9 with 3 siblings living. She married Joe Steffens in 1944 and the family followed him while working construction. In 1946 they moved to Electric City, where they made their home and raised 6 kids. They divorced in 1968. She met the love of her life in 1974, Jay Webley. They loved to go dancing, on trips, and also grew... Full story
Grace C. Steffens passed away Monday, January 17, 2022. A viewing will be held at Strate Funeral Home from 9 to 11 a.m., on Monday, January 24 with services following at St. Henry's Catholic Church at noon, (mask required). Procession and burial will then follow at Spring Canyon Cemetery. The family would like to send a special thank you to all her close friends, neighbors and healthcare workers for all you've done. You made a huge impact on her life and she spoke highly of each of you. A... Full story
Colleen Manley, age 63, of Electric City, Washington, passed away unexpectedly early morning on Monday, January 10, 2022. She was born in Coulee Dam, Washington, to Robert E. and Connie A. Babler and one of seven siblings: Sherri (Pete), Bob (Diane), Zana (Larry), Mark (Therese), Toni (Carrie) and Holly (Scott). Colleen met the love of her life John Manley while in high school and was married at the age of 17. They were blessed with a daughter, Danielle. Colleen and John lived in Orofino,... Full story
Bert Best passed away peacefully in Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, Washington on Sunday, January 9, 2022. He was born to George and Lillian Best. He was 89 years old and lived a fulfilling life. He was in the Navy four years, a crewmember on the P2V Neptune aircraft. He was a veteran of the Korean War. While out on leave he met the love of his life, Shirley Mae McCullough. They married August 10, 1953, at Douglas Park in Coulee Dam, Washington. They had a wonderful 59 years together and... Full story
Courtney Lynn Best, 39, loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and amazing friend, passed away, Friday, December 24, 2021, in Grand Coulee, Washington. Courtney entered this world on Wednesday, August 18, 1982, in Seattle, Washington, to Rick Best and Bonnie Bucklers. Courtney was raised and grew up in the Seattle area until she moved to the Grand Coulee area in 2006. Courtney's greatest joy in life were her two sons: Damien and & Jaxsin. Courtney will always be remembered and hold... Full story
Leonard (Len) Ralph Dumph, age 74, died suddenly on Monday, January 10, 2022, in Mesquite, Nevada. He was born November 8, 1947, in Gilman, Colorado, to Ivan Lon and Joy Mary Marfitano Dumph. He was the youngest of four children growing up in Red Cliff, Colorado, a small community in the mountains by Vail. When he was to enter the sixth grade the family moved to Grand Junction where he graduated from high school. On July 14, 1979, he married Sandra Kay Higginbotham in Hartline, Washington. He... Full story
Lorna Marie (Padula) Oberg age 65, was born on February 6, 1956 at Kellogg, Idaho to Loren and Evelyn Padula of Smelterville, ID. Lorna passed away on December 31, 2021, at home in Grand Coulee, Washington. Lorna was a loving wife and mother and loved fishing with her husband and visiting with her grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with her family boating on Lake Roosevelt, Lake Coeur d'Alene and Lake Pend Oreille. Lorna married Bob on July 27, 1971, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho at the... Full story
Nadine Christina Saulque, 42, passed away Friday morning, December 24, 2021, in Seattle, Washington. Born Saturday, November 3, 1979, to Vernon & Juliann Jack-Saulque in Omak, Washington, Nadine attended Paschal Indian School where she was a cheerleader. She loved being around and caring for children. Nadine always creative - enjoyed beading, crochet, drawing and spending time in the kitchen baking and cooking meals. She loved to walk everywhere, going to casino and out of town trips.... Full story
Dwain Edward Rawley was born in Poulson, Montana on February 2, 1949. He grew up in Coulee Dam, Washington and was a true child of the 50's. He spoke glowingly of his mid-century, small town childhood, often telling stories of camping, fishing and hunting in the forests and hills of central Washington state. He would often tell us of how his "shoes would come off on the last day of school and wouldn't go on again until after Labor Day." Dwain grew up loving all things mechanical and all things... Full story
Joyce Ila Behrens was born on January 16, 1925, in Marshal, Minnesota, to Joseph and Mary Wilson. She passed away on December 26, 2021, three weeks short of her 97th birthday, at Ridgeview Place assisted living facility in Spokane Valley. Mom was a member the "Greatest Generation," shaped by the hard times of the Depression and emotional roller coaster experiences of World War II. Her three siblings Mildred, Orville and Glen were seventeen, sixteen and fourteen years older than her, so she was b... Full story
Tiffany Lana Yallup, 33, Wife, Loving Mother, Daughter, Sister and Faithfull Friend, left us much too soon, the afternoon of Tuesday, December 28, 2021, from Grand Coulee, Washington. Born Tuesday, January 5, 1988, in Grand Coulee, Washington to Patrick Sr. and Linda Cleparty-Yallup, as a youth Tiffany was always active: playing on the basketball and softball teams while attending school in Nespelem, Washington, as well and boxing at the Nespelem Community Center. As an adult she continued her... Full story
Bertha Ruth Isherwood passed away peacefully on Monday, December 20, at Yakima Memorial Hospital at the age of 99. She was born March 4, 1922, in a sod house in eastern Colorado to parents George and Susan Schreiber. Ruth grew up on a farm. She was a lifelong member of the Methodist Church. Ruth graduated from Woodrow High School in 1940 and enlisted and served two and a half years in the Women's Army Corps during World War II. She was stationed in several places in the United States and in New... Full story
Betty Jane Dimock was born January 21st, 1927, to Roxey Hebrew Fry and Mabel Claire Morgan-Fry in Mabton, Washington. She passed away on the evening of December 13th, 2021, at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, California surrounded by her two children (Diane Kay Dimock-Murbach and Duane Edward Dimock) and son-in-law (Monte Lynn Murbach). She passed due to an abdominal aortic aneurysm rupturing which had been deemed inoperable. Betty would have been 95 years old next month; a life well... Full story
Irene (Shorty) M. Brownfield passed away on October 28, 2021, at the age of 90 years old due to Covid-19 pneumonia. Irene was born on May 14, 1931, on the Cox Ranch outside of Lind, Washington, to Albert M. Erdman and Ida Sauer Erdman. She was delivered by Grandma Erdman Sauer, who was a midwife. She joined older siblings Dorothy, Lillian, and Alvin. Following her were siblings Pauline, Caroline, Robert, Walter and Linda. The family moved and lived in the Chewelah, Addy and Waitts Lake areas.... Full story
Charles S. Pope, 91, of Electric City, Washington, passed away November 24, 2020 at Brookdale 9 Mile Alzheimer's and Dementia care facility in Spokane Washington. He was born on March 15, 1929 in Offutt, Kentucky to Arthur E. and Eleanor (Butcher) Pope. Charlie was a 1947 graduate of Mead Memorial High School in Williamsport Kentucky. Following graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy. He was an electrician's mate and served aboard three carriers and two repair ships. Charlie met and mar... Full story