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Frances C. Czeresko
Nov 14, 2005
Obituary Frances C. Czeresko, 86, died November 14, 2005 in Tacoma. She is survived by her brother, Edward Sienkiewicz, many nieces and nephews. Frances was preceded in death by her husband Joseph in 1993, her brothers Joseph, Walter and John, as well as parents William and Stephanie. Funeral Mass was celebrated Friday, November 18, 2005 at Sts. Peter and Paul...
Annamae Palmer
Nov 11, 2005
Obituary AnnaMae Palmer, 8l died November 11, 2005 after a short illness. She was born in Renton, WA to Mike and Mary (Gamba) Volpe and preceded in death by husband Harry, brother James Volpe and parents. Survived by her daughters: Carol Merkle, Patricia (Rudy) Talik, grandchildren: Annette (John) Menzies, Vincent Talik; great grandchildren: Derick (Amanda) Lowe, Anthony Menzies, great great...
Virginia Jean Ricker
Nov 11, 2005
Obituary Virginia Jean Ricker Virginia Jean Ricker, born 1922 at Tacoma General Hospital, passed November 11, 2005 surrounded by her family and friends in her home. "Ginny" was best known for her grace and style. She enjoyed life full of encouraging others and developing indelible relationships with the children she taught and the ladies she giggled with. As a child,...
Louis Anthony Storino
Nov 11, 2005
Obituary LOUIS ANTHONY STORINO Our beloved Louis Storino was called home to God on November 11, 2005. He is survived by his son Jack, daughter Anita, four grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Hilda in 2003. He was one of two brothers and was born June 20, 1912 in San Marco, Italy...
Deborah Rathwell
Nov 10, 2005
Obituary Deborah Rathwell Born July 22, 1956 in Wenatchee, WA. died unexpectedly Nov. 10, 2005. She is survived by her sister Wilma Vance (David) and her niece Tina. Debbie had a great passion for life and would always take to helping someone in time of need. She was always happiest when she was with her Harley Riders. She will always...
Marion P. Kinzner
Nov 8, 2005
Obituary Marion P. Kinzner 4/30/1914 - 11/8/2005 Born in Halliday, North Dakota, died in Tacoma. Preceded in death by husband Harold. Survived by their children. Memorial services Saturday, 11/12/2005 at Urban Grace (formerly First Baptist Church), 9th & Market, Tacoma. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Urban Grace or charity of your choice. Please leave online condolences...
Ann Schmidt
Nov 7, 2005
Obituary Ann Maruca Schmidt "Nana" May 1, 1914 - Nov. 7, 2005 Ann died of a stroke at the age of 91. She graduated from St. Leo's High School and worked in the Personnel Dept. at Puget Sound Nat'l bank in downtown Tacoma for 30 years. Ann is survived by her daughters: Judy (Bill) Cummings, Stephanie (Tom, deceased) Donaldson, Kathleen...
Mary Rose Rade
Nov 5, 2005
Obituary Mary Rose Rade (Kink) passed away on Saturday, November 5, in Tacoma, after a brief illness. Mary was born and raised in Bellingham. By age 18, both of Mary's parents had died and she helped her older sister, Lucretia, raise the three other siblings. Mary married Nick Joseph Rade in November 1940 and moved to Tacoma a few years...
Edward Lewis Constantine
Nov 4, 2005
Obituary Edward Lewis Constantine A platoon of archangels escorted Edward Lewis Constantine (formerly United States Marine Corps) to his final post following a sudden heart attack. He shared his final kiss with his bride of 65 years, Marjorie, and was sent off by his children Edward & Betsy, Mary, Michael, Christopher with his wife Molly Hagar, and Maureen and Rick...
Keith Paul Reitmeier
Oct 29, 2005
Obituary KEITH PAUL REITMEIER Keith Paul Reitmeier, a loving husband, father and grandpa, died October 29, 2005, in Tacoma, WA. He was 66 years old. Keith was born in Yakima, WA. on October 5, 1939, served in the United States Coast Guard and dedicated many years of his life to the construction business. He is survived by his wife Kayla,...
Michiko Osaka
Oct 29, 2005
Obituary Michiko Osaka Born on May 15, 1927, in Brooks, OR, Michiko Osaka passed away suddenly on October 29, 2005 from a final bout of cancer. After her family was interned at Tule Lake, she grew up in Ontario, OR, where she met her husband of nearly 60 years. Shortly after the war ended, Michi and Tom moved to Fife...
Vernon R. Van Slyke Jr.
Oct 28, 2005
Obituary Vernon R. Van Slyke, Jr. Vernon R. Van Slyke, Jr., 50, died October 28, 2005. JR is now at peace. He is deeply loved and missed. JR is survived by his daughters, Anjel Van Slyke (San Francisco, CA), Sophia Van Slyke (Tacoma); wife Kum Cha Van Slyke (Tacoma); mother Barbara Underhill (Beaverton, OR); brothers: Dale Van Slyke (Lacey), Bill...
Eugene Minnitti
Oct 27, 2005
Obituary EUGENE MINNITTI, Eugene was called home to the Lord at the age of 89 on October 27, 2005. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years Charlotte and their son Gene. Gene was born in Carbonado, WA and moved to Tacoma where he graduated from Bellarmine Prep. He served in the Army during WWII and...
Susanne E. Ross
Oct 25, 2005
Obituary Susanne E. Ross Sue Ross, 66, died October 25, 2005 in University Place. She was a member of the Ivy Chapter of Eastern Star, the Tacoma Elks #174 and was most involved with the Tacoma Yacht Club for over 30 years and had been past President of the Shipmates. She is survived by her children: Patricia (Jawad) Al-Ghezzi, Tacoma,...
Anthony James Shirk
Oct 24, 2005
Obituary Anthony James Shirk September 12, 1971 - October 24, 2005 Devoted son, brother, uncle and trusted friend , Anthony touched our lives in so very many ways. With his kind heart and gentle ways, his compassion for strangers and friends alike will be forever remembered and sorely missed. Love always from your family and friends . Anthony is survived...
Helen Edith Brady
Oct 23, 2005
Obituary Helen E. Brady was born April 20, 1919 to John and Harriet Honvlez and died October 23, 2005. She was raised on McKinley Hill with many hours spent playing tennis at the playground. She graduated from St. Leo's High School and went to work at Standard Rubber in Seattle. She married Wm. (Bill) Brady, moved to Brown's Point and...
Adolph Cyril Blaise Waiss
Oct 21, 2005
Obituary Adolph (Bud) Cyril Blaise Waiss Adolph (Bud) Cyril Blaise Waiss was born on February 3, 1916 in Loma, Nebraska, one of 14 children. He went to be with our Lord on October 21, 2005. Bud married Agnes Novak in 1937. They lived on a farm near Loma for 15 years. On September 7, 1952 they sold all their possessions,...
Donald J. Brodsack
Oct 19, 2005
Obituary Donald J. Brodsack "Paga" Don, 87, died from complications of lung disease on October 19, 2005 in Tacoma. He had retired from civil service. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jeanne, 6 children and 15 grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, October 25, 2005, 3:00 p.m. at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Gig Harbor. Viewing...
Margaret Ann Kolano
Oct 17, 2005
Obituary Margaret Ann Kolano Grandma Pitipoo was born April 27, 1921 at St. Joseph Hospital and died October 17, 2005 in Tacoma. She is survived by her children: Leonard (Barbara) Grout, Kathryne Ramsey, Patricia (John) Howell, Thomas (Kathy) Kolano; 7 grandchildren and 6-1/2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Leonard D. Grout Sr. and Stanley W. Kolano....
John Ruel Manning
Oct 15, 2005
Obituary John Ruel Manning (Colonel, USA Retired) Born August 17, 1923 in Little Rock, Arkansas, John passed away on October 15, 2005. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Shandelle; 4 children: Kathleen, John Jr., Melinda and Suzanne, their spouses; 10 grandchildren; and brother Roger. John proudly served his country for 32 years. In 1948, he received a...
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