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Alan David “Davi” Smith, 57, of Nespelem, Washington, passed away Monday, November 11, 2019. Davi was born to Johnnie B. and Norine Louise Circle-Smith on Monday, December 11, 1961, in Omak, Washington. Davi graduated in 1980 from Intermountain Indian School in Brigham City, Utah, where he was a member of the Eagles tennis team and a star player for the basketball team. Davi enlisted in the US Army on February 4, 1981, training as an Armor Crewman on M-48 – M60 Battle Tanks. Davi was a member of... Full story
It is with deep sorrow that the Elliott family is sharing the loss of their beloved daughter, sister and auntie. Sarah Marie Elliott, age 37, passed away as a result of a sudden cardiac arrest in her home in Grand Coulee, Washington on Friday, October 18, 2019. Sarah was born July 2, 1982 in Soap Lake Washington to Donald and Janice Elliott. Her life started a little different than most at the time. Sarah was born at home with the assistance of a mid-wife (Jeannie Weber) and her maternal aunt... Full story
Dennis Allen Clinkenbeard, age 78, of Wenatchee, Washington, passed peacefully Tuesday, October 15, 2019. Dennis was born May 2, 1941, in Tonasket, Washington to parents Harold and Lucile Clinkenbeard. He graduated from Molson High School and attended WVC and CWU. Dennis was drafted into the U. S. Navy and served on the USS Constellation and later graduated from WSU in Mechanical Engineering. He worked at Ford Motor Co., then moved to Bangor, Washington and worked on Trident Submarines, and... Full story
Donald Daniel Dembiczak was born on January 26, 1931, in Greenbush, Minnesota, to Paul and Mary. After several years, Paul decided to move the family west to Grand Coulee to work on the historic Dam. Some of Don's happiest memories are from his childhood there. He enjoyed swimming, fishing, basketball and many adventures with his siblings. Don, the oldest of seven: Gene, Wally, Dennis, Jan, Glen and Judy - enjoyed his role as big brother. As a young man, Don worked on the Dam alongside his fathe... Full story
Loretta May Phillips-Johnson, 68, of Nespelem, Washington, passed away Monday, October 7, 2019. She was born Thursday, May 31, 1951, in Union Gap, Washington, to Matthew and Maggie Johnson-Phillips. Cheerleader and member of the high school band, Loretta graduated from Chilocco Indian School in Oklahoma, and went on to study health care at Kansas University. Most recently, a CNA with the Colville Convalescent Center in Nespelem, Washington, Loretta was previously employed at various places durin... Full story
Betty Brueske passed away September 26, 2019 at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. A memorial service will be held in her honor at the Grand Coulee Senior Center on Saturday, October 12, at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the charity of one's choice. A complete obituary was in last week's star.... Full story
Alice Ann Walter was the second child born of Herbert and Verna Mae Walter. She grew up on "the ranch," playing with kittens, puppies, and horses. Riding was a favored pastime. Her Rainbow pins show that she earned every color. She looked forward to summertime visits with her cousin and lifelong friend Roseanne. After graduating from Odessa High, Alice moved to Ellensburg and entered studies to be a veterinarian. Due to the requirement of euthanizing a cat to complete this course of study, she... Full story
With sad and heavy hearts we would like everyone to know that unexpectedly Gerald (Jerry) Wayne Boutain passed away on Monday, September 30, 2019, in Grand Coulee, Washington. He was 74 years old. He was born on May 10th, 1945, to Emil and Ruby Boutain of Toppenish, Washington. Gerald was the third of six children. Older siblings included: Curtis Boutain and Deanna Rogers, younger siblings, Barbara Boutain, Greg Boutain, and Bonnie Bloxham. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Emil and... Full story
Donald Daniel Dembiczak was born on January 26, 1931, in Greenbush, Minnesota, to Paul and Mary. After several years, Paul decided to move the family west to Grand Coulee to work on the historic Dam. Some of Don's happiest memories are from his childhood there. He enjoyed swimming, fishing, basketball and many adventures with his siblings. Don, the oldest of seven: Gene, Wally, Dennis, Jan, Glen and Judy - enjoyed his role as big brother. As a young man, Don worked on the Dam alongside his fathe... Full story
With her daughter and son-in-law at her side, Daveline Easterly passed peacefully in her sleep Tuesday, September 24, 2019, in Grand Coulee, Washington from kidney failure. She was under hospice care. She was born January 22, 1936, in Illnois. She went to Herrin High School in Herrin, Illnois. She was married to Norm Easterly for 50 years. Davy loved painting - it was her passion and she also loved her dogs. She had hoped to move to Henderson, Nevada with her daughter, but, unfortunately,... Full story
Sadly, Elizabeth (Betty) Jean Brueske passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2019, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. Betty was born on December 18, 1948, in Portland, Oregon, to Ruth Unruh Olson and Ole Olson and then moved with her parents and brother to Eugene, Oregon. She graduated from the University of Oregon and later obtained her Master's Degree which led to her career as a school counselor. Her time in Eugene also led her to become a life-long, die-hard Oregon Ducks... Full story
Alyce Graham, age 79, passed away on July 29, 2019, in Spokane, Washington. She was born in Phoenix City, Alabama, on October 23, 1939. She spent the majority of her early years in Reno, Nevada where she met her husband, Allan. They were married in Reno in 1957. Alyce and Allan had three children, all born in Reno, where they all lived until 1965. They then lived for a few years in Los Banos and Coalinga, California, before moving to Grand Coulee in 1970 where Allan was a construction inspector... Full story
On Friday, September 6, 2019, Pauline Vivian Laufer Bryant, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away at the age of 92. She spent the last five years of her life living in the care of her daughter Colleen and Bill Simpson. Pauline was born on December 28, 1926, to Paul Conrad Laufer and Edith Vivian Richardson in Lewiston, Idaho. Pauline graduated from Lewiston High School in 1945 and continued on to Sacred Heart Nursing School through Gonzaga University receiving her nursing degree in 1948. She served her country as a... Full story
Jerome W Bussert, age 76, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2019, at Seattle Washington VA Hospital. He was born in Wenatchee and grew up in Grand Coulee, Washington. He lived and raised his family in Arlington, Washington. Jerome is survived by his wife of 49 years Julia Bussert; son (42) Shawn Bussert, and daughter (48) Michelle Bussert. He leaves behind three grandsons, several step-grandchildren, and sisters Lonna and Debbie. Jerome had three cherished friendships (The Poor Four) from... Full story
Tara Denise Louise Domingues born January 31, 1976, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2019 after a brief battle with cancer. She is survived by her pride and joy son, Damien and her beloved adopted family: Dale and Robin Bjorson, Kristina (Tyler) Donn, David (Jamie) Bjorson, Jessica (Jesse) Bjorson, Claude (Mikeal) Bjoson, Joseph (Alice) Marchand and numerous nieces and nephews. She loved to travel and did so often, always taking extra kids and as the kids put it she is the best baby- sitter ever.... Full story
A celebration of life for Cindy Snow will be held at noon, Saturday, August 3, at the Grand Coulee Senior Center, 203 Main Street.... Full story
Jerry Lee Heilman, 55, of Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away at his home Tuesday evening, July 23, 2019, surrounded by the family he loves, following a courageous five-year battle with cancer. Jerry was born Thursday, December 19, 1963, in Pasco, Washington, to Glenn and Grace Heilman. Following graduation from Lake Roosevelt High School in 1983, where Jerry was on the wrestling team, he served as an infantryman in the United States Army. Jerry worked in the restaurant industry as a cook in... Full story
Joan “Grams” Barnes, 96, passed away Saturday morning, July 20, 2019, in the long-term care unit of Coulee Medical Center, Grand Coulee, Washington. She was born along with her twin brother, Roy, on October 24, 1922, in Widnes, England, to Robert William and Edith Jennie Angus. Joan. Joan was preceded in death by her husband, J.A. “Fred” Barnes; son, Kevin Barnes and twin brother, Roy Angus. She is survived by her daughters: Jackie Perry (Fred) and Ketha Williams (George); daughter-in-law, Gwynn Barnes; five grandchildren and 10 great-g... Full story
A celebration of life for Cindy Snow will be held at noon, Saturday, August 3, at the Grand Coulee Senior Center, 203 Main Street.... Full story
Matthew Henry Pachosa, age 81, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, in Largo, Florida. Born on August 24, 1937, in Mason City (Coulee Dam), Washington. Matt spent his entire childhood in Grand Coulee, Washington, graduating from Grand Coulee High School in 1955, and then attending Gonzaga University, joining the Army's ROTC program while there. Upon graduation with a BS in Physics, Matt remained in the Army and made a career of it for 22 years. He was stationed in locations... Full story
A Celebration of Life for Randy Lee McGuire will be held Saturday, July 13, at 11 a.m. at Spring Canyon Cemetery. Randy, age 60, of Sumner, Washington, passed away due to a car accident Friday morning, October 12, 2018, in Everett, Washington. Randy was born on March 8, 1958, to Lowell and Corabell McGuire in Vancouver, Washington. He was one of 10 siblings: Greg, Jeannette, Judy, Richard, Robert, Roger, Rodney, Ronald, and Jewel. He was raised in Grand Coulee, Washington, where he met his first... Full story
Please join us as we celebrate the life of Mike Neumann, Saturday July 13, 2 p.m. at the home of Mark and Jennifer Payne, 1 Electric Ave, Electric City. The family looks forward to seeing you and sharing fun memories of Mike.... Full story
Please join us as we celebrate the life of Marvin Lewis Farver on Saturday, July 13, at 2:00 p.m. at Banks Lake Bible Church, 25 School Ave, Electric City. Marvin went home to his Savior on Friday, March 29, 2019. Following the service, a light lunch will be served in the fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Care Net of Grand Coulee.... Full story
Please join us as we celebrate the life of Marvin Lewis Farver on Saturday, July 13, at 2:00 p.m. at Banks Lake Bible Church, 25 School Ave, Electric City. Marvin went home to his Savior on Friday, March 29, 2019. Following the service, a light lunch will be served in the fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Care Net of Grand Coulee.... Full story
Please join us as we celebrate the life of Mike Neumann, Saturday July 13, 2 p.m. at the home of Mark and Jennifer Payne, 1 Electric Ave, Electric City. The family looks forward to seeing you and sharing fun memories of Mike.... Full story