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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... Full story
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... Full story
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... Full story
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... Full story
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... Full story
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... Full story
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... Full story
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... Full story
Jolene Bowler Pickett passed away on Monday, February 8, 2018, in Murray, Utah. She was born on April 8, 1929, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Joseph M. and Lulu Bowler. Jolene spent her early years in Shelley, Idaho. She enjoyed singing and playing the saxophone. She married Victor R. Pickett on February 17, 1950. They were later sealed with their children in the Salt Lake City Temple. Jolene was a hard worker and held various jobs in her lifetime. She spent many years working for the Grand Coulee... Full story
Marissa Joy Phillips-Rogers, 36, of Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away Wednesday evening, January 31, 2018, in Spokane, Washington. Born Friday, January 22, 1982, into the home of Bob Phillips and Charlene Drywater Phillips, Marissa attended homeschool and Way of the Cross Christian Academy. A lifelong member of Way of the Cross Indian Baptist Church for the last seven years, Marissa thrived in her position – serving customers and spending time with her working family as "Front Boss" at G... Full story
Craig E. Purdy passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2018, at his home in Coulee Dam, Washington. He was born July 18, 1950, in Spokane, Washington, to Edward and Helen Purdy. Craig was a longtime custodian at the Grand Coulee School District. He had an antique radio sales and repair business for over 40 years, and had customers from all over the world. Craig was a very kind-hearted person. He also received an AA degree in computer repair. Craig is survived by his sister, Michelle Purdy; one niece, A... Full story
Josephine "Jo" Switzer, 92, of Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away Friday morning, March 31, 2017, in the long-term care unit of Coulee Medical Center. Jo was born January 7, 1925, in Staunton, Illinois, to Mike and Agnes Martinovich. In 1947, she married Robert E. "Bob" Switzer, with whom she shared just a few days shy of 30 wonderful years. Jo's lifelong occupation and greatest joy was as a wife, mother, and grandmother; though during the 1970s she did serve as cook for the hospital in... Full story
Betty Marie (Allen) Fields passed away peacefully, with her husband by her side, on Wednesday, January 17, 2018, in Wilbur, Washington. Betty was born on March 17, 1932, in Ogden, Utah, to Lillis and Leon Ross Allen. She was baptized and confirmed on March 2, 1941, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ogden, Utah. Like many other families in the Grand Coulee area, Betty's family moved here in the 1940s so that her father could go to work on the construction of the Grand Coulee... Full story
Ledora Kelly, 91, passed away at her home in Grand Coulee, Washington, on Saturday, January 13, 2018, with loved ones at her side. She was born on September 17, 1926, in Lewiston, Idaho, to Lee and Tyler Pinkston. An only child until the birth of her sister 18 years later, "Lee," as she was known, lived in many places around the U.S. due to her father's work in the construction industry. She attended schools in many different places, making lifelong friends along the way. She graduated from... Full story
Gayle Jeanine (Hope) Kenerson was born December 5, 1950, to Don and Peg Hope in Ephrata, Washington. She passed away on Friday, January 5, 2018, in Denver, Colorado, after a long, courageous, battle with leukemia. Gayle attended Coulee Dam High School and graduated in 1969. She is survived by her husband, Erby Kenerson, of Denver; and her brother, James Hope, of Gig Harbor, Washington. Gayle and Erby were blessed with two daughters: Jessica and Katherine Kenerson. She enjoyed being a grandma to... Full story
Mike was born in Sunnyside, Washington, February 14, 1953, to Ray and Rose Dalton. He died unexpectedly Thursday, January 4, 2018. He attended school in Prosser, Washington, thru eighth grade, then moved with parents to Snohomish, Washington. He graduated from Snohomish High School 1971. From that time he went on to earn his Journeyman Machinst at Black Clawson in Everett, Washington, and became an EMT/Firefighter for Lake Stevens District 8 Volunteer Fire Department through 1985. He enjoyed... Full story
Dale Lester Hotchkiss was born April 29, 1928, in Seminole, Oklahoma, to Claude and Gertrude Hotchkiss. He left this world on Sunday, January 7, 2018, from Grand Coulee, Washington, surrounded by the family he loved and cared for his entire adult life. His family moved from Oklahoma to Grand Coulee his senior year of high school and he graduated as salutatorian from the class of 1947 Dale joined the army in August 1950 and served until 1952. He was a corporal in the 11th Triple A Battalion and... Full story
Betty Marie (Allen) Fields passed away peacefully, with her husband by her side, on Wednesday, January 17, 2018, in Wilbur, Washington. Betty was born on March 17, 1932, in Ogden, Utah, to Lillis and Leon Ross Allen. She was baptized and confirmed on March 2, 1941, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ogden, Utah. Like many other families in the Grand Coulee area, Betty's family moved here in the 1940's so that her father could go to work on the construction of the Grand Coulee... Full story
Angelia (Angie) Rymer passed away Sunday, December 17, 2017, at her home in Ruidoso, New Mexico, after a 1-1/2 year battle with lung cancer. Angie was a masseuse at Good Medicine Massage in Electric City for five years, inspiring and touching many lives. She loved gardening and it took her and Esther DeRusha three years to create the rock work and garden in Esther's yard. Esther plans on a celebration of Angie's life, held in the yard she helped create, in the spring. The exact date will be in... Full story
Dale L. Hotchkiss, 89, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2018, at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, Washington. Services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, January 13, at the Church of the Nazarene in Grand Coulee. Burial will follow at Spring Canyon Cemetery. A complete obituary will be in next week’s Star. Strate Funeral Home of Grand Coulee is honored to be caring for Dale’s family.... Full story
Born August 12, 1962, Todd Martin Coffey, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2017, at Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. A resident of Grand Coulee,Washington, for 12 years, Todd worked as an assistant dispatcher at Grand Coulee Dam where he was well liked and highly respected. Todd liked to fish and watch football. He also enjoyed wood-working and remodeling his home, but his passion was his family. Predeceased by his father, Richard C Coffey, Todd is survived by his wife of 33 years, Laurie Coffey; his sons:... Full story
Karrie L Anson, 47, a homemaker, of Rockaway Beach, Oregon, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Private Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, January 7, at God’s Light House Church, 8th Street, in Garibaldi, Oregon, where she lived for many years. Karrie was raised in Grand Coulee, Washington. She had three children, Jessie, Jake and Leila. She will truly be missed by her family, and friends.... Full story
Susan McGee Haydock passed away on Friday, December 8, 2017. She is survived by her husband, Jack Haydock; daughter, Kristen Fadich; son-in-law, Matt Fadich; son, Will Jackson; daughter, Courtney Jackson; and four grandchildren.... Full story
Donald Floyd Sheely of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2017. He was born August 1, 1931, in Wenatchee, Washington, to H. Floyd and Jennie Thulon Sheely. Don grew up in Grand Coulee, Washington. The Sheely family was one of the early residents there; father Henry was one of the first employees and hauled the first load of dirt on the Grand Coulee Dam project. The family home was there until 1964. Don was in the local Boy Scout troop that climbed Glacier Peak; he earned the... Full story
Howard Puyear passed away recently. He was born in Montana’s Bitterroot Valley. He attended Stevensville High School and graduated with an engineering degree from Montana State University. He worked for the Bureau of Reclamation for over thirty years. He held a variety of positions in construction, engineering, and management. He spent nearly his entire career working on projects in either Montana or Washington state. In addition to his federal service with the Bureau, Howard also served two years in the Army during the Korean War. He is s... Full story