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A celebration of life for Angie Blanco Rymer will be held Saturday, May 5, 2018, at 320 Sunny Drive, Electric City, beginning at 2 p.m. Angie, who passed away December 17, 2017, always wanted to have a garden party. She loved to garden, so come enjoy the labor of her love in the gardens. No dogs, please. For more information, call Esther at 406-471-6498....
Cyril Antoine passed away Sunday, April 29, 2018. A wake will be held at 5 p.m., Thursday, May 3, at the Keller Community Center. Funeral services will be held the center on Friday, May 4, at 11 a.m....
Randolph B. "Randy" Tonasket, 62, left us unexpectedly Monday afternoon, April 23, 2018, from Grand Coulee, Washington. Born Sunday, October 30, 1955, in Coulee Dam, Washington, to Joseph and Mary Louise Tonasket, Randy served with the United States Coast Guard from 1975 to 1981. A proud member of the Colville Confederated Tribes, Randy was employed with the tribal government for over 25 years, holding the position of Database Manager at the time of his passing. On Saturday, August 28, 2004,...
Steven Kent Berg passed away Saturday, April 28, 2018, in Spokane, Washington. He was born December 6, 1955, to Earl Kent Berg and Barbara Box in Bremerton's Harrison Hospital. He joined a sister, Kerry Anne, and they quickly became two peas in a pod, a strong bond that lasted his entire life. Steve was a free spirit who lived life to the fullest. He never met a person that didn't become a lifelong friend. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, flying airplanes and traveling the world with his best pal,...
Judith (Judi) Margaret Savage passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018, in Boise, Idaho. She was born in Long Creek, Oregon, March 29, 1941, to Orville "Cook" and Levon "Bonnie" Allen of Fox, Oregon, attended first grade in John Day (Bertha Johns, teacher), Fox and Long Creek, graduating from Long Creek High School in May of 1958. She married James Madras Hunt in September of 1958 and they both worked for her grandparents at Farra's Saddle and Harness Shop in John Day. She studied under her grandfath...
Mary Ann Berland, 81, passed away Sunday afternoon, April 22, 2018, in Wilbur, Washington. She was born January 8, 1937, in Billings, Montana, to John W. and Ruth Egan. On November 17, 1956, nineteen-year-young Mary Ann Egan married Barney R. Berland in Livingston, Montana. In the mid-1980s, Barney and Mary Ann purchased the gas station at 212 Midway Avenue in Grand Coulee, Washington, and converted it into a convenience store – "Midway Mini Mart." A lifelong horse lover, Mary Ann enjoyed going...
Luella (Lou) Chamberlain, 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 20, 2018, at Holy Family Hospital in Spokane, Washington. She will be missed by friends, family and all who knew her. No services are planned at this time....
Robert "Bob" Clarence Mattson, of Electric City, Washington, passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at the age of 69. Bob was born to parents Buddy and Evelyn Mattson on April 11, 1949, in Grand Coulee, Washington. Bob spent the majority of his life in the Grand Coulee Dam area. He was a talented musician who took immense joy in playing music with his friends. Over the years, he played in several bands in Grand Coulee. He enjoyed many outdoor activities, such as camping, boating, and fishing...
Kwana'pᵊm Velvet Leigh Solomon passed away unexpectedly in Portland, Oregon, on March 13, 2018. She was 41 years of age. As a child, Velvet grew up in Spokane, Washington; Kodiak, Alaska; Ketchikan, Alaska; and Nespelem, Washington. She attended elementary schools at Kodiak and Ketchikan, and graduated from Lake Roosevelt High School. In her life she attained the following accomplishments: in 1986, Velvet was selected as a youth ambassador to Ketchikan's sister city in Katiyama, Japan. She s...
Donna left her earthly body Sunday April 8, 2018. She is now rejoicing with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born to Floyd and Mary Willson on April 21, 1939, in Billings, Montana, Donna lived in Montana, Washington, and Idaho. She graduated from Oroville High School in 1957. Donna married Sidney C Atchison June 23, 1957; they had seven children together. In 1984, Donna achieved her lifelong dream, earning an LPN degree from Big Bend Community College. Donna is survived by son, Sidney T...
William L. Simpson, of Grand Coulee, Washington, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, March 9, 2018, following a brief illness that hospitalized him in Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Washington. Bill, as he was known, was born December 26, 1949, to Ross and Dovy Simpson in Grand Coulee. He grew up and attended school in Grand Coulee. At the age of 18, he lost his right leg in an auto accident. He was employed at Biles-Coleman Sawmill in Omak, Washington, for a period of time and...
Kenneth "Ken" Cornett passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018. He was born November 25, 1938, in Hazard, Kentucky, to Polly (Coots) and Haskell Cornett. He graduated Hazard High in 1956 and joined the United States Air Force. While stationed at Larson Air Force Base in Moses Lake, he met the love of his life, Bobbi Dillon. They were married June 20, 1960, and started their family. After the Air Force in 1964, Ken and his family moved back to Kentucky, where he drove a delivery truck for Kern's...
Ann Drew Elliot, 93, on Monday morning, March 19, 2018, left Wilbur, Washington, to meet her Lord Jesus face to face. She was born Wednesday, December 31, 1924, in Billings, Montana, to the home of James B. and Harriet Elliot. Her best memories are of the ranch where she grew up – Willow Creek outside of Lavina – where her family ran sheep and cattle. There she became an avid horsewoman. Ann attended the University of Montana and was a member of Alpha Chi Omega. She raised her family in Bil...
A Celebration of Clara Alice Croasmun’s Life will take place at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 24, 2018, at the Almira Community Church in Almira, Washington. Strate Funeral Home of Wilbur, Washington, is assisting her family....
James "Jim" Andrew Roberts, 63, of Wilbur, Washington, passed away Friday morning, March 2, 2018, in Davenport, Washington. Jim was born July 19, 1954, in Baker, Montana, into the home of Charles Martin and Anna Jeannette Roberts. A 1972 graduate of Monroe High School, Jim became an electrician and was a proud member of the IBEW for over 40 years. At the time of his passing, Jim was a Superintendent II in the right powerhouse at the Grand Coulee Dam, where he had worked since October 2008. Jim...
Madelyn A. Bussert, 91, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2018, at her Grand Coulee home after a long illness. She was born April 27, 1926. She is survived by her husband, Rolland (Buzz) Bussert, at the home. She will be missed by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Per her request, no services will be held....
Steven Lyle Christman passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2018, at 12:45 a.m., inSeattle’s Swedish Hospital at the age of 53. He was born in Great Falls, Montana, on February 1, 1965, to Frank D. Christman and Margie (Davis) Christman (both deceased). He lived in Enumclaw, Washington, as a young boy and later moved to Coulee Dam and attended Lake Roosevelt High School. He moved to Spokane, Washington, for a few years then to Rockford, Washington, and worked in Spokane. He is survived by his brother, Frank G. Christman of Elmer City, W...
Dr. Willard J. Filion passed away at Swedish Hospital-Cherry Hill, in Seattle, Washington, on February 1, 2018, of various maladies associated with the aging process. His immediate family was with him during these past few days. Willard was born in Gregory, SD, on December 21, 1930, to Lester L. Filion and Laura E. Filion. When he was two years old, the family moved to Eastern Washington, and in 1936 the family settled in the Grand Coulee Dam area, where his father found employment. Willard...
Bonnie M. (Whitcraft) Rinker, 82, of Electric City, Washington, passed away Monday, February 19, 2018, in Yuma, Arizona. She was born January 12, 1936, in Malta, Montana. She graduated from Grand Coulee High School in Grand Coulee, Washington. She married Ronald E. Rinker and was a rancher's wife for over 65 years. She was a member of the Moose and Eagle Lodges and was a rodeo secretary for numerous years. She is survived by her husband, Ronald, at the home; son, Dale (Lynne) Rinker, of...
Bridget Ann Boyd. 38, of Nespelem, Washington, left us unexpectedly Thursday, February 15, 2018. Born Friday, August 3, 1979, into the home of Wayne E. and Cindy F. Fulgham-Boyd, Bridget attended Lake Roosevelt High School, where she played basketball and graduated in 1996. She worked as an office administrator with the Colville Confederated Tribes and at times served patrons at her uncle's business, the "Ketch Pen Tavern" as bartender. In her spare time, Bridget was a member of the Women's...
On Friday, February 2, 2018, James Trygve Oliver joined his beloved wife and best friend, Vicki. Jim was born on May 31, 1939, to Charles and Mildred Oliver in East Palestine, Ohio. As a child, he lived in Ohio, Texas and California. In 1957, he was the first of the nine children in his family to graduate high school. On December 6, 1958, he married Vicki VanArtsdalen, and they enjoyed 54 years of adventures. While living in central coastal California they had four sons: Geary (Lynette), Jim...
William C. Miller Jr. passed away February 8, 2018, in Almira, WA. He was born July 21, 1932, in Oakland, CA to Angelan Ann and William Charles Miller. "Toby" was the eldest of six boys raised in Santa Clara, CA. He served in the military and was a veteran of the Korean Conflict in the U.S. Navy as an Aviation Electrician 1st Class (1952-1956). Later, he served in the Iowa National Guard as a sergeant in CBR Warfare (1973-1975). He was a graduate of Santa Clara University with a BEE (1958) and...
Eugene D. "Gene" Downing, age 83, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, after a short illness. His home was Electric City, Washington. Gene was born June 6, 1934, in Absarokee, Montana, to Donald and Helen Downing, the eldest of three children. He attended Creston High School, graduating in 1952. He excelled in high school sports, with baseball and basketball being his favorites. Gene went on to play baseball for Eastern Washington College. During high school and after graduation, he...
Matthew J. Vincent, 78, of Grand Coulee, Washington, formerly of Minneapolis, Minnesota, passed away Monday, January 29, 2018, after a short battle with cancer. After graduating from South High School Minneapolis in 1957, Matt joined the Army, servicing three years. In April 1962, Matt joined the Minneapolis Police Department. During his 27 years of proud, distinguished service, he received numerous commendations and the rare privilege of being awarded both the Medal of Honor and the Medal of...
William C. (Bill) Miller Jr. passed away Thursday, February 8, 2018. He is survived by his wife, Claire McKay Miller, and his immediate and extended family. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018, at 10:30 a.m., at the LaFollette Cemetery, Almira, Washington, followed by a memorial services at 11:30 a.m. at the Almira Community Church, Almira, with Pastor Dan Stone, Officiating. Please sign the online guestbook at www.stratefuneralhome.com. A complete obituary will run...