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Born July 20, 1939, to Harry Walter and Katherine Adalanc (Pat) Wiese in Sacramento, California, Colleen entered Heaven's gates on July 28, 2018. She married Don Gerard on August 11, 1956, in Grand Coulee, Washington. They were blessed with 3 sons: Steve (Justin); Gary (Tracy); Ron (Lisa), all surviving. Also surviving are 7 granddaughters and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by father Harry, mother Pat and husband Don, Colleen is survived by her brothers, Dennis and Fred, and her... Full story
Colleen K. Wiese Gerard passed away Saturday, July 28, 2018, at Palm Valley Nursing Rehab Center in Goodyear, Arizona. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, August 25, at Spring Canyon Cemetery in Grand Coulee, with a reception to follow at the home of Dennis and Lisa Wiese.... Full story
A celebration of life of Louise J. Rowan for friends and family will be held on Saturday, August 4, in Grand Coulee at the home of Michael and Sally Rowan. Louise J. Rowan passed away peacefully at age 88 on Friday, May 25, 2018, in Spokane Washington. Louise had recently moved from Grand Coulee, Washington, to Lena’s Gentle Care in Spokane.... Full story
A life full of adventures! A celebration of life for Steven Kent Berg will be held on Saturday August 4, 2018, at North Dam Park, Noon to 4 p.m. He passed away Saturday, April 28, 2018, in Spokane, Washington. Please join Steve’s sisters as they celebrate a life well lived. It is requested to bring thoughts, stories and fondest memories of Steve.... Full story
Lesane Clarence Picard, 19, born Sunday, May 30, 1999, in Grand Coulee, Washington to Adrian Picard Jr. and Elisa Adams left us all much too soon – Thursday afternoon, July 12, 2018, from Nespelem, Washington. A member of the Colville Confederated Tribes, Lesane had attended Lake Roosevelt High School. Lesane enjoyed spending time in the out-of-doors hunting and hiking and was always ready to help others. Whenever tacos or pizza were being served, "Lesane was all there!" and he would never t... Full story
Kenneth Eugene Williams passed away Friday, July 13, 2018, on his 93rd birthday. He was born on July 13, 1925, in Tecumseh, Nebraska, the first son of Fred and Gertrude Williams. He graduated from Tecumseh High School in May of 1944. On July 22, 1944, he was inducted into the U.S. Army at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas and was discharged on August 17, 1946, after service in the Asiatic Pacific Campaign. He received the Purple Heart Medal on December 15, 1945, from wounds received in June 1945 at... Full story
Our hearts are broken as we mourn the loss of our beloved mother, wife and best friend, Patty Lyn (Lacy) Schmidt. Patty left us on May 9, 2018, in Grand Coulee, Washington, at the age of 78, surrounded by family. Per Patty’s wishes there will be no service. Patty wanted her life to be celebrated just as she welcomed it every morning, with open arms and a smile. Family, friends and others whose lives Patty touched are welcome to join us for a celebration of life during an open house at 1112 Tilmus, Coulee Dam, Washington, from 1 to 4 p.m. on S... Full story
Christopher Louis Coffey, 33, passed away on Tuesday, June 26, 2018, in Grand Coulee, Washington. He was born October 31, 1984, in Chester, California, to Todd and Laurie Coffey. Living and working in various places, Chris was known and loved by many. In his younger years, he was active in Little League and enjoyed roller skating. As he got older, Chris liked to hang out with his friends and family and play computer games and "Magic the Gathering." His love of being around his friends and... Full story
Richard “Dick” Carpenter, 75, passed away Saturday evening, June 9, 2018, in Grand Coulee, Washington. A Celebration of Dick’s life will take place at 1 p.m., on Saturday, July 7, 2018, at Strate Funeral Home, 329 E. Grand Coulee Ave., Grand Coulee, Washington 99133. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stratefuneralhome.com for the Carpenter family.... Full story
Catherine Olive (St. Clair) Kirk, 69, of Brewster, Washington, passed away peacefully in her sleep November 23, 2017, at the University of Washington Hospital with complications from her 35-year battle with a genetic liver disease. She was surrounded by family and friends who reminisced with her, prayed with her and sang her favorite songs and hymnsCathi was born January 16, 1948, in Coulee Dam, Washington. She moved to Brewster at the age of 10. She was blessed to have four sisters and two... Full story
Richard "Dick" Carpenter, 75, passed away Saturday evening, June 9, 2018, in Grand Coulee, Washington. Dick was born Monday, May 17, 1943, in Bremerton, Washington, to Earl and Lela Carpenter, graduating from West High School in 1961. On Saturday, October 23, 1965, Dick's life forever changed when he married Miss Lucille "Lucy" Haydock in his hometown of Bremerton. Dick worked for the Department of Defense at Naval Submarine Base Bangor on Washington State's Kitsap Peninsula prior to moving his... Full story
Kenneth James Alling, 73, passed away in Spokane, Washington, Wednesday, June 13, 2018. He was born May 27, 1945, growing up in Grand Coulee, Washington, on a farm in Douglas County, raising wheat, cattle and hell. He worked as a millwright in a variety of locations: Kettle Falls, Spokane, Moses Lake, and Colorado Springs. He married Elaine Brauner in 1965. Together they raised six children: Paula (Mark) Hurst, Colville; Rebecca Alling, Los Angeles; Bill (Andy) Alling, Seattle; Heather (Mike)... Full story
A Celebration of Life for Donna Louise Hart-Bird will take place at 11 a.m., on Saturday, June 16, 2018, at Faith Community Church in Electric City, Washington. Donna passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2018, in Grand Coulee, Washington. Her family requests that donations be made in her memory to: Coulee Medical Center / Long Term Care, 411 Fortuyn, Grand Coulee, WA 99133. Please sign her online register at stratefuneralhome.com. Strate Funeral Home, of Grand Coulee, Washington, is honored to be serving Donna’s family.... Full story
William Eugene "Gene" Fields, went peacefully to be with the Lord and his wife, Betty, in heaven on Friday, June 8, 2018. He resided in Wilbur, Washington; he was 87 years old. Gene was born to Joy and Herma Lucille Fields on January 20, 1931, in Sandoval, Missouri. His mother nicknamed him Billy Gene; he was the oldest of three children. Gene's family moved to Washington state when Gene was around 11 years old, so that his father could work at the Grand Coulee Dam. Gene attended school in... Full story
Donna May Benton, 78, of Elmer City, Washington and Lake Havasu City, Arizona, passed away in Bullhead City, Arizona on November 18, 2017. Donna was born March 4, 1939, in Polson, Montana, to Jimmy and Josephine (Keller) Cook. Her family moved to the Grand Coulee area during the construction of the Grand Coulee Dam. Donna attended school in Grand Coulee and graduated from Grand Coulee High School in 1956 - Go Tigers! She then moved to Spokane, Washington, and worked for the telephone company... Full story
It is with great sadness that the family of John Sylvan Dazell announces his passing on Friday, June 1, 2018, at the age of 71 years old. Born and raised in Ephrata, Washington, the son of Grayce and Arthur Dazell, he was a longtime resident of Grand Coulee, Washington. John spent his winters in Yuma, Arizona, with his loving wife, Cherie, but always called eastern Washington home. Throughout his life, he found ways to live life to the fullest: taking his kids on ski trips, riding motorcycles,... Full story
A celebration of life for Blanche June Achord will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 9, at the Moose Lodge at 216 Continental Heights, Grand Coulee. Dessert/coffee will be served.... Full story
John Dazell, 71, passed away Friday evening, June 1, 2018, in Grand Coulee, Washington. A Celebration of John’s life will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, June 11, 2018, in St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Grand Coulee. A full obituary will be in next week’s Star Newspaper. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stratefuneralhome.com for John’s family. Strate Funeral Home, of Grand Coulee, is serving the family.... Full story
Vivian Frances Pierre, 71, passed away, surrounded by her loving family, at her home Saturday afternoon, June 2, 2018. Funeral services will take place at 10 a.m., on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 (today) at the Nespelem Community Center. A full obituary will be in next week’s Star Newspaper. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stratefuneralhome.com for the Pierre family. Strate Funeral Home, of Grand Coulee, Washington, is serving Vivian’s family.... Full story
Louise J. Rowan passed away peacefully at age 88 on Friday, May 25, 2018, in Spokane Washington. Louise had recently moved from Grand Coulee, Washington, to Lena's Gentle Care in Spokane. She was born Louise J. Olsen on October 2, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois. She married William R. Rowan in 1948 in Woodinville, Washington. They had two children, Thomas H. Rowan and Michael R. Rowan. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thorvald and Thelma Olsen, and both her siblings, William and Elaine.... Full story
Martin Leroy Blum passed away after a battle with cancer, May 19, 2018, in his home in Coulee Dam, Washington. Martin was born in Spokane, Washington, August 8, 1935. Marty spent some time as a young boy in the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness, Moose Creek, Idaho, where his passion for hunting, fishing and camping began. Marty graduated from Creston High School in 1953, and soon after began his career in the sawmill and lumber industry, working for the Valsetz Lumber Company in Lincoln, Washington,... Full story
Christine L. Fisher, formerly of Electric City, Washington, passed away Tuesday morning, May 22, 2018, in Everett, Washington. Christine was born June 18, 1953, in Dallas, Oregon. Christine married Donald S. Fisher in Dallas, Oregon, in November of 1997. They were brought together by their love of the outdoors and enjoyed spending time fishing, hunting and foraging. When not exploring nature with Donald, Christine enjoyed a good cup of coffee, crossword puzzles and collecting porcelain dolls.... Full story
A celebration of life service for Wade Stoddard will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 26, 2018, at the Eastpoint Church, 15303 E. Sprague, Spokane Valley, Washington. Wade was a 1984 graduate of Lake Roosevelt High School, Coulee Dam, Washington.... Full story
Ruth Ingrid Winkle, 91, of Spokane, Washington, died Thursday, May 17, 2018, in her home at Moran Vista Senior Living. She was born December 4, 1926, in Nykøbing Sjaelland, Denmark, to Julius Arnold and Jenny Marie Kirstine (Hansen) Nielsen. Her family immigrated to the United States in 1927, and settled in Waterloo, Iowa. In 1939 her family, which included her brother, Willy Nielsen, moved to Los Angeles, California. There, she attend Washington High School, where she met her future husband,... Full story
Holly K Andersen, age 57, passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane Valley, Washington. She was born December 15, 1960, in Hawaii to William and Shirley Andrews of Bonifay, Florida. Holly was married to Dean Andersen and they lived on a farmstead by Creston, Washington. She was a 24-year Navy veteran who served as a Cryptologic Technician (CTR) and honorably served through many Navy campaigns and operations. Her awards include two Navy Commendation Medals, one... Full story