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News, views and advertising of the Grand Coulee Dam Area
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A celebration for Brandon William Buche will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, at the ACH high school gym in Coulee City. Brandon passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2017.... Full story
Neoma Joyce Iannetta, 74, passed away Tuesday morning, April 18, 2017 in Grand Coulee, Washington. Neoma was born Sunday, December 27, 1942, in Eugene, Oregon. At Neoma’s request, cremation has taken place with no services scheduled. A complete obituary will be in next week’s Star. Please sign Neoma’s online guest book at www.stratefuneralhome.com. Strate Funeral Home of Grand Coulee, Washington, is honored to be serving her family.... Full story
Elten Henry Klein, 92, of Almira, Washington, passed away Thursday, December 8, 2016. A Celebration of his life will be held Saturday, April 29, 2017, at the Almira Community Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The family asks you to bring memories or pictures to share during the barbeque. Please express your thoughts and memories online at www.nicolesfuneralhome.com.... Full story
Patricia 'Patsy' Mae Pace (Dickerson), 79, softly departed on Monday, April 17, 2017, at her Helena, Montana home in the comfort of her son Gregory. Caring for her the weeks up to her passing was her daughter-in-law, Kathleen, and granddaughters: Miranda and Rachel. When Miranda was little she started calling her grandmother Mocha. We have no idea where the nickname came from, but she was always Mocha to her Montana family. Patsy was born July 15, 1937, in Polson, Montana, to Dorothy and Frank... Full story
Patricia Sterley was born to Bruce and Joan Sterley in Coulee Dam, Washington, March 10, 1949. Pat was the type of person who left an indelible impression on everyone she met; numerous people commented that "there was something very special about that woman." That character quality never left her, but rather seemed to intensify. Pat had an excellent sense of humor and a hearty taste for chocolate, and she was a skilled card player, a really great cook, and a super mom, teacher and mentor. She... Full story
Daniel Aaron Atkins, 71, slipped away from his Keller, Washington, home to meet his Savior, Jesus Christ, face to face early Tuesday morning, April 11, 2017. Born Thursday, July 19, 1945, into the Oroville, California, home of Lester Virgil and Doris Virginia Atkins, Daniel attended high school in Paradise, California, and completed his requirements for graduation through night school courses in Chico, California. On Monday, October 8, 1962, Daniel's life changed forever, when he was united in m... Full story
Donations accepted The school board accepted donations at its meeting a week ago. The Grand Coulee Dam PTA gave $25 to the resource room supply needs; Bridget Gabriel gave $1,500 to purchase books for K-12; the Grand Coulee Community Church gave $200 for the nurse’s room; and Schweitzer Engineering, Inc., gave $200 for the school’s math and science programs. Easter music coming “Easter Song” a musical presentation, is scheduled for St. Henry’s Catholic Church at 3 p.m., Sunday, April 9. The presentation will be put on by the Grand Coulee Da... Full story
Jimmy Easling passed away on Friday, March 24, 2017. He was born April 27, 1945, in Mason City Hospital in Coulee Dam, Washington, to James and Evelyn Easling. He graduated from Coulee Dam High School in 1963, and went on to join the U.S. Army. He was stationed in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, for nine months of electrical warfare equipment repair school. From there he had on- the-job training in Ft. Bragg, North Carolina. In 1966, he met Christine Grandinetti while working at Value Mart in... Full story
Michael Leroy McNeilly left this world to join his heavenly father on Thursday, March 9, 2017, at Providence Holy Family Hospital in Spokane, Washington. Mick, as he was known to family and friends, was born in Mason City, Washington, on September 6, 1939. He grew up in Grand Coulee; graduated Grand Coulee High School in 1957. He went on to serve in the U.S. Army overseas. Later he moved to Seattle where he worked hard and eventually retired after many years from the elevator and escalator... Full story
Robert Lawrence Bjorklund, 59, of Olympia, Washington, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2017. He was born in Renton, Washington, on Dec. 8, 1957, to Lawrence and JoAnn Bjorklund of Electric City, Washington. Robert graduated from Lake Roosevelt High School, and received his Associate’s Degree from Spokane Falls Community College. Bob had a career in the construction industry for his entire life, most recently working for ProBuild in Olympia. He had a passion for fishing, Husky sports, and all things family. Bob was well-known for his l... Full story
Brandon William Buche, 23, left us all much too soon Wednesday morning, March 15, 2017. Brandon entered our world in Spokane, Washington, Sunday, April 25, 1993, and was raised in Electric City, Washington. Brandon graduated from Almira Coulee-Hartline High School in 2011, where he excelled in football, baseball and wrestling, earning a berth in the WIAA State Wrestling Championships, as well as being invited to attend Washington State Intensive Wrestling Camp. Wednesday, September 21, 2011,... Full story
Stuart Duane "Stu" Frye, 51, of Benton City, Washington, passed away Monday morning, March 20, 2017, in Nespelem, Washington. Born Saturday, July 31, 1965, in Dayton, Washington, to Duane G. and Jean Spence-Frye, Stu graduated from Lake Roosevelt High School, where he played outfield with the baseball team. Following graduation he joined the U.S. Army to serve his country, only to be discharged early due to medical conditions. At various times, Stu worked at several occupations, including... Full story
John M "Mike" Townsend, 67, passed away Thursday evening, March 9, 2017, in Grand Coulee, Washington. Born Thursday, November 3, 1949, in Phoenix, Arizona, to John Elbert and Rosetta Jean Wolfe-Townsend, Mike graduated high school and went on to earn his college degree. PFC Townsend then served his country with the U.S. Army as a door gunner in Vietnam, completing Military Police Training as well as earning the National Defense Service Medal and Marksman Badge before receiving his honorable... Full story
Jimmy Easling passed away on Friday, March 24, 2017. He was born April 27, 1945, in Mason City Hospital in Coulee Dam, Washington, to James and Evelyn Easling. He graduated from Coulee Dam High School in 1963, and went on to join the U.S. Army. He was stationed in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey for nine months of electrical warfare equipment repair school. From there he had on the job training in Ft. Bragg, North Carolina. In 1966, he met Christine Grandinetti while working at Value Mart in Spokane V... Full story
Raymond R. "Ray" Estrada, 72, passed away in Coulee Dam, Washington, Wednesday morning, March 1, 2017. Born October 11, 1944, in Riverside, California, to Ramon Garcia and Margaret Ramos-Estrada, Ray was raised in Mira Loma, California. April 9, 1983 Ray married the love of his life – Carol Ann Landers in Reno, Nevada. Always a hard worker, Ray retired as a construction foreman, and he and Carol moved to the coulee area about nine years ago to spend time fishing. Ray – "Shrek" to his fam... Full story
Donald Earl Campbell, Sr. passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. Don was born on June 9, 1938, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to James Angus and Gertrude Perkins Campbell. In March of 1957, Don met his soulmate, LaVerne Brumley. They were married on April 6, 1957. They had four children. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle. Don was first and foremost a gentleman. He had the best sense of humor. He loved music, dancing,... Full story
Mary Esther Sullivan, a long-time resident of Coulee Dam, Washington, passed peacefully Saturday, March 4, 2017, at Welcome Home Villa in Omak, Washington. Born in Seattle, Washington on Dec 31, 1923, to Karl Richard Mueller and Mary Bland (Cumbo) Mueller, Mary attended school in Waterville, Washington, graduating in 1941. She then received her nursing degree through St Anthony's Hospital in Wenatchee, Washington. Her nursing skills advanced her to 2nd Lt in the U.S. Army, where she served from... Full story
Dorothy Anne Gerleman was born March 19, 1979, in Spokane, Washington, and passed away unexpectedly Sunday, February 5, 2017, in Everett, Washington. She is now at peace in a better place. Dorothy Ann graduated from Lake Roosevelt High School in 1997. She lived in Marysville, Washington, for the last eight years and had worked for the Tulalip Casino as a blackjack dealer for seven years. Throughout the years she also had worked as a blackjack dealer at the Coulee Dam Casino and Mill Bay Casino.... Full story
David Stanley Comrie, age 77, passed away at home on Thursday, February 2, 2017. David was born November 14, 1939, to Alfred Stanley and Emily Ellen Comrie in Nottingham, England. He graduated from People's College of Technical Education, Rugby, U.K., in 1964. He worked for BICC Co. Ltd. from 1960-76; during that time he traveled the world for his work. In 1975 he came to the USA for a job on Grand Coulee Dam, where he met and married Donna Quinton in 1976. They made Grand Coulee their home... Full story
Frank (Bud) Sanford Jr., 96, was born on February 28, 1920, in Almira, Washington, to Frank and Mabel (Adair) Sanford. He passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 9, 2017. Frank was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine, granddaughter Nichole Seylor and his three sisters: Eva Larkin, Belva Flowers and Anna Mae Larison. He is survived by two sons: Delmar (Linda) and George (Jean). Frank graduated from Grand Coulee High School in 1937 and began farming and ranching with his father, and later... Full story
Alvin "Papa" Gus Toulou, born January 27, 1925, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, February 11, 2017, at the age of 92. Alvin was born to parents Clarence Toulou and Alice Butler in their family home in Covada, Washington. He proudly served in the Navy for nearly three years during WWII. In 1987, Alvin attended a Cursillo, beginning his lifelong service to the Lord. In 1999 he was ordained a Deacon in the Catholic Church. In his lifetime he was employed by Spokane Transit Authority,... Full story
Clara L Horton, 92, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2017. She was born on February 15, 1924, in Tekoa, Washington, to Sara and Everett Harper. Her early years were spent in the Wallace, Idaho, area and was the place she really loved a lot. She could entertain us for hours on end, telling us of her time spent living at the Jack Waite Mine, high in the hills above Eagle, at a place call Duthie, Idaho. After moving to Pomeroy, Washington, her father, Everett was in a bad car accident and passed... Full story
Mikel Porter Cunningham, 64, of Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017, in Yakima, Washington. He was born October 26, 1952, in Sandpoint, Idaho, to Loren and Imogene Cunningham, and moved to Grand Coulee as an infant, where he lived most of his life at the family ranch. He graduated in 1971, from the last graduating class at Grand Coulee High School. He worked for the labor union for 10 years and owned his own excavation business for several years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He will be remembered for his... Full story
Helen Marie Brose, born September 7, 1930, to Walter and Marie Gallinger, in Cumberland, Wisconsin, passed peacefully on Friday, February 3, 2017. She is survived by her husband of over 60 years, Val; son, Dale, of Santa Maria, California; daughter, Paula, of Santa Maria, and daughter, Kathy (Jon) Pierce, of Rancho Cucamonga, California, as well as her grandchildren: Lauren Brose, and Jonathan, Tyler and Melissa Pierce. Her first great-granddaughter is to be born in April. Helen is also survived by her sister, Mary, of Boise, Idaho, and... Full story
On Tuesday, January 31, 2017, Cheryl N. Chapman passed away peacefully while surrounded by loved ones at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, Washington. Her death marked the end of a courageous three-year battle with triple negative breast cancer. She was 56 years old. Born in Coulee Dam, Washington, on February 3, 1960, Cheryl was the fourth child and third daughter of the late Irene and Kenneth Ehlers. She lived most of her life in the Grand Coulee area; her adolescent years spent on the... Full story