March 11, 2005 Herald Alexandra E. Schencking In Loving Memory of Alexandra E. (Borys) Schencking, a long time resident of Snohomish County, who passed away March 1, 2005. She was born November 6, 1924, in Cedoux, Saskatchewan, Canada, and was the oldest of four children born to Harry and Agnes Borys. Alexandra spent her youth in Saskatchewan and graduated from the Grey Nun School of Nursing in Regina, Saskatchewan, in 1947.
She married Edward Schencking in 1948, in Regina, and later they moved to the Everett area where she was a nurse anesthetist. Following the death of Edward, in 1982, she moved to Bothell where she resided until her death. A devoted member of the of the Order of the Eastern Star she received her 50 year pin on February 22, 2005. During these 50 years of service she served as Worthy, Matron of Golden Rod Chapter in 1963 and 1995; as Grand Marshal in 1969-70 and Worthy Grand Matron in 1974-75 for the Grand Chapter of Washington, and was a member of the Welfare Committee for General Grand Chapter, during the 2000-2003 triennium. She was also active in Daughters of the Nile and Past President of the Social Order of the Beauceant.
She loved to travel and made many trips across the United States and Canada with her faithful traveling companion Samantha, her Himalayan cat. She and her husband, Ed, also traveled extensively and made many trips to Europe and Asia. Her favorite place to travel was Alexandra was full of life and full of dreams. If you knew her for a day or a lifetime you were blessed. She touched many lives with winsome smiles that drew friends and strangers alike.
Wise, witty, funny, kind, lovable and sweet she was in a class all her own. She was indeed, full of compassion for all who hurt. She is survived by her brothers, Don Borys of Ontario, Canada, and Richard Borys of Alberta, Canada; and numerous nieces and nephews. Her sister, Evelyn Ellard, preceded her in death. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m., Sunday, March 20, at the Snohomish Masonic Center, 6th Street, Snohomish, Washington.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alexandra Schencking Memorial Nursing Scholarship Program, Cheri Moll, 13230 N.E. 85th Street, Redmond WA 98052. Purdy Walters at Floral Hills Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraldnet.com/obituaries. Dale A.
Hanco*ck Dale A. Hanco*ck, 82, of Everett, died March 9, 2005. Private services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of Solie Funeral Home and Crematory. Darrell Q.
Ellison Darrell Q. Ellison, our beloved father, went to be with God on Tuesday, March 8, 2005. He was born February 25, 1949. Darrell was the father of five men. He was a mountain man and a mountain among men.
Services will be 2 p.m., Saturday, March 12, 2005, at Monroe Community Chapel, with a reception following. Purdy Kerr 409 West Main St. Monroe Dignity (360) 794-7049 Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraldnet.com/obituarles. To Place an In Memoriam or Obituary, please call 425-339-3100. Deadline: 2 p.m.
day prior In memoriams may be placed and scheduled ahead of time. We are open Mon-Fri, Sat 9-1. Herald Ethel Ann Ryals She heard the owl call her Ann and she readied for her departure, and on February 18, 2005, her spirit took flight. She was gifted to this earth on August 31, 1922, to Stuart and Carrie Rose Brown. She attended school in Everett, and at the age of 18, married her one true love, Arthur Ryals, on August 31, 1940.
They later moved to Darrington, Washington, where they spent the remainder of their years. To know her was a pleasure, to love her was an honor, and to be loved by her was a blessing. Her gentle spirit, giving nature, and unselfish ways attributed to the wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, that she will always be remembered for. She has gone to join her precious ones that went She leaves behind the special few who will miss her terribly. She is survived by son, Daniel Ryals; daughter, Luana Fox; sister, Caroline Cunningham; brother, Stuart (George) Brown; sister, Helen Swilling; grandchildren, Patrick Ryals, Pam Waltari, Michelle Fox, Wendy Ryals, Todd Fox, Treesa Ryals, and Christopher Ryals; and several greatgrandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Although her body is absent her spirit lingers to comfort us and remind us of how to love each other and take care of one another, just like she always taught us. May her shining example always be an inspiration to us all. Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraldnet.com/obituaries. Monty "Spud" Buzard (Nelson) 1964 2005 Monty is survived by his wife, Gina; and his daughters, Alexis and Hayley. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 12, at Beck's Funeral Home, 405 5th Ave.
Edmonds, (425) Please sign the Guest Book 771-1234. at www.heraldnet.com/obituaries. Freda Stacheli-Dire Freda Dire passed a away peacefully at the age of 88, of Alzheimer's on March 3, 2005. She was born March 5, 1916, in Potlach, Idaho, to Casper and Gertrude Stacheli. At her request, there will be no services.
A remembrance Gathering for Freda will be at Mike and Cathy's Priest Point home, 4:00, Saturday, March 12, 2005. Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraldnet.com/obituaries. Mary E. "Betty" (O'Toole) Chrobuck Mary E. "Betty" (O'Toole) Chrobuck, 85, died peacefully, March 8, 2005.
The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Monday, March 14, at St. Cecilia's Catholic Church, 26900 78th Avenue NW, Stanwood and will be preceded by a Rosary at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by Purdy Walters with Cassidy Funeral Home. Joseph P. Heartlove, Jr.
June 9, 1953 Feb. 26, 2005 Services will be held 12 p.m., Saturday, March 12, at St. Thomas More Parish, 6511-176th St SW. Lynnwood, Washington, 98036. American Burial Cremation Services LOW- COST CREMATION $375 Complete or 1-800-575-8823 availability 24-hr.
One Calb CLASSIFIEDS 425-339-3100 heraldnet.com OBITUARIES AND MEMORIALS Joseph F. Steele Gladys Goodwin, the daughter of a pioneer, born June 11, 1913, on the plains of Saskatchewan, Canada, passed on unexpectedly, March 3, 2005, in Lynnwood, Washington. Gladys was a courageous and industrious individual who could take on anything and did, as a farmer, WW ambulance driver in England, Registered Nurse, midwife, seamstress, investor, carpenter, plumber, electrician, wife and just plain Mom. Gladys immigrated to the United States from England with her husband, John, in 1950 to start a family. Gladys is survived by husband, John; three sons, Peter, Kenneth, and Andrew; two granddaughters, Leslie Gladys Goodwin and Leah; and greatgranddaughter, Sydney.
Her family and a good cup of tea were the things she loved best. Gladys touched all who knew her. Her high sense of ethics and loyalty to family and friends were standards for others to follow. Her memory will guide us forever. Memorial service, 12 p.m., Saturday, March 12, at Shoreline Covenant Church.
Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraldnet.com/obituaries. Goldie Melinda Peters Gladys Goodwin Goldie Melinda Peters, 89, passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2005. Born in Clyde, Kansas, to Charles Sylvester Dull and his wife, Emma Melinda, Goldie spent her childhood years in Clifton, Kansas. She married Herman Thomas Peters in 1945. Goldie and Herman had one child, a daughter, Sharon Ruth Peters, who died in 1973.
After the death of their daughter, Goldie and Herman raised their only two grandchildren, Karen and Kim. Goldie and her family resided in Oakley, Kansas, until 1985 where she worked as a full-time mother and businesswoman. She managed The Beacon Cafe for many years. Later she worked from home as a for her husband's employer, Siebert Sand Company, while she was a full-time mother to her two granddaughters. Goldie was dedicated to her Lord Jesus Christ, and was active in her local church.
Goldie and her husband retired in 1985 to her husband's childhood home in Octavia, Nebraska. In 1990, they moved to Marysville, Washington. Goldie has resided at Washington Oakes with her husband since April of 2000. Goldie was preceded in death by her sisters, Edna, Velma, and Dorothy; and by her brother, Leonard. She is survived by her husband, Herman; two granddaughters, Karen (Nelson) Vander Vate of Everett, Washington, and Kim (Thom) Knapp of Schuyler, Nebraska; and two great-grandchildren, Kim's son, Jeremy, and Karen's daughter, Natalie.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., today, Friday, at Purdy Walters with Cassidy. Interment at Edholm Valley Cemetery, Linwood, Nebraska. Purdy Walters with Cassidy 1702 Pacific Ave Everett Dignity (425) 252-2191 Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraldnet.com/obituaries.
Hazel L. Norvell Hazel L. Norvell, age 81, passed away February 23, 2005, in her Seattle home. She was preceded in death by her husband, James; brother, Kenneth Hodges; brother, Paul Hodges; and sister, Jean Mitchell. She is survived by her sisters Ruth (Gregory) Austin and Helen Schalkeford; brothers, Ralph (Florence) Hodges and Norman Hodges; daughter, Barbara (Ken) Hynek; son, Brian (Kathy) Novell; and grandchildren, James, Andrew and Natalie.
An open house will be held at her home from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., March 12, 2005. Please sign the Guest Book at www.he Joseph F. Steele, 78, born in Outlook, Washington, on April 16, 1927, died in Everett, Washington, on March 4, 2005, from a brain tumor. Joe worked for the Fish and Game Department upon his honorable discharge from the U.S.
Navy. He managed fish hatcheries in Eastern Washington, retiring from Natches. He moved Goldendale, then to Lynnwood, to be near his nephew Joe, then on to Merrill Gardens in Marysville to be near his sister Margaret's family. We enjoyed his company very much. Joe spent the last three months at Bethany on Pacific.
A special thank you to the caregivers and nurses of Bethany on Pacific for taking such good care of Uncle Joe. You are amazing people. He is survived by his brother-inlaw, Howard Lozeau; nieces and nephews, Joe Steele, Sandi and Jim Hart, Dennis Lozeau, Scott and Becky Lozeau, Lori and Bob Crane, Jeff Lozeau, Mary Lozeau and Mark, Ed Lozeau and Vickie, Margie and Gerry Simmons; many cousins; great nieces; and nephews and friends. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Bessemer (Bob) Steele and Josephine (Freeman) Steele; his siblings, Ellen, Jerry, and Nancy Steele, Margaret Lozeau; and great niece, Gretchen Crane. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 12, 2005, at Merrill Gardens, 9802 48th Dr.
NE, Marysville, Washington, 98271 (360) 659- 1279. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to Children's Hospital of Seattle or a charity of your choice. Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraidnet.com/obituaries. Lawrence E. Qualey Larry was born in Everett on February 13, 1947.
He died following a stroke, surrounded by family, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on March 2, 2005. One of seven children in the family, Larry grew up in this area and attended Everett schools. At age 18 he joined the army and served in Vietnam as a member of the 18th artillery unit. Upon returning, Larry began a long career as a longshoreman on both the Everett and Aberdeen waterfronts. A hard worker, active family member and proud Norwegian, Larry made friends wherever he went and loved to help others.
He was never at a loss for words. Larry leaves his wife, Rachael, of Chapel Hill, North Carolina; son, John (Mary) Qualey of Aberdeen; daughter, Jessica (David) Pfeifer of Durham, North Carolina; daughter, Jenny (Bruce) Overstreet of Everett; and like daughter, Kim (George) of Grayland. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Christian, Ruby, Matt, Evan, and Caroline. He is also survived by brothers, Dick (Doris) Qualey and Hank (Tonna) Qualey; as well as sisters, Sylvia Drugge, Iva Ketchum, and Fran Harris. He alSO leaves numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Edwin. Services are as follows: 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 12, at the South Beach Christian Center in Grayland; 12:00 p.m., Sunday, March 13, at Knights of Columbus Hall in Everett, where you are invited to join in a potluck immediately following.ok at www.heraldnet.com/obituaries. Vera J. Speir Vera J. Speir, born July 29, 1908, in Seattle, Washington, died March 6, 2005, in Everett, at the age of 96.
She retired as an L.P.N. at Harborview after 20 years. Vera enjoyed crafts, sewing and her loving family. Vera was preceded in death by her husband, William, who passed away in 1994; her brother, Gerald Baker; and her parents, Orlando Baker and Mary Augusta (Jones). She is survived by her daughters, Cherie (Rod) Mathies of Tacoma, and Erla Rae Nelson of Arlington; step-son, Bill Speir; eight grandchildren, Jim, John and Mike Davis, Bill and Doug Mathies, Tyler Speir, Carla Donnelson, Mark Nelson; 13 great grandchildren; and three great great grandchildren.
There will be a visitation from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, March. 12, at Weller Funeral Home in Arlington. Funeral Service following at 1 p.m., Saturday, at the Free Methodist Church, Arlington, and interment at 3 p.m., at the Arlington Cemetery. Weller Funeral Home 327 North McLeod Ave Arlington Dignity (360) 435-2509 Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraldnet.com/obituaries. Readers: We want to hear from you.
Call us or with your suggestions. comments Herald 425-339-3016 Lillian Ahlberg, 102, went to be with the Lord on January 17, 2005. She was born February 26, 1902, in Nora, Idaho, to Rev. and Mrs. Emmanuel Johnson.
She was raised in Everett with her three brothers, Dr. Victor Johnson, Edwin Johnson and Vincent Johnson. Lillian attended Everett schools and Everett Business College before entering the Salvation Army Training College in San Francisco. She graduated with excellence and later became a Captain in the Salvation Army. Lillian's husband, Rev.
Chris Ahlberg (from Sweden, as were her parents) pastored the Lake Stevens Assembly of God Church for nearly 25 years until his passing in 1963. Later she attended the Lynnwood Church of the Nazarene, moved to Everett and was a member of Bethany Christian Assembly. Lillian was always willing to help others and devoted her life to serve her Lord. She was noted for her famous Swedish coffeebread and crocheting numerous afghans for pastors, missionaries and family. Lillian is survived by four daughters, Ruth Cantley, Elizabeth Carter, Esther (Herb) Rollins, and Helen (Jerry) Oss; 16 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.
She also joined five grandchildren in heaven. Saturday, March 12, 2005, a family graveside service will be held at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park prior to the 11:00 a.m. memorial. service at the Lake Stevens Assembly of God Church. 9805 31st PI NE.
Thank you to the wonderful staff at Silver Lake Bethany Home of the Northwest for the devotion, fun, laughter and loving care given to our special mother. She would often say "God bless you" to her caregivers. Memorials may be given to Bethany Home, to the Missions Departments at Lake Stevens Assembly, Bethany Christian Assembly, or to Hospice of Snohomish County Providence. Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraldnet.com/obituaries. Naomi I.
Sill Naomi I. Sill, 93, died March 6, 2005, in Stanwood. Graveside Services, 11 a.m., Friday, March 11, at the Arlington Cemetery, Arlington Arrangements by Weller Funeral Home, Arlington. Norman F. Weyland Lillian Hannah Ahlberg Norman F.
Weyland, 85, died March 5, 2005, in Monroe. A Funeral Mass be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 12, at St. Mary of the Valley Catholic Church in Monroe, followed by a luncheon reception and burial. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday, March 11, at Purdy Kerr Funeral Home, Monroe, with the family present from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Olive D. Anderson Olive D. Anderson, 81, of Snohomish, Washington, passed away March 7, 2005.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, March 11, at Snohomish First Baptist Church. family graveside services will be at G.A.R. Cemetery, Snohomish. Arrangements by Bauer Funeral Home, Snohomish. Peter A.
Doyle Peter A. Doyle, 77, of Everett passed away March 5, 2005. At his request no services will be held. Arrangements are under the care of Solie Funeral Home. In Loving Memory John Bradley Mar.
11, 1927 Feb. 22, 2004 Your love, laughter and complete devotion to your family "We will always treasure." Your wife, children, grandchildren and great -grandkids In Loving Memory Gerhard O. Tiedeman Dec. 16, 1907- Mar. 11, 1994 Bernice E.
Tiedeman Nov. 25, 1911- Mar. 10, 1997 I am holding you in my heart And hugging you in my prayers. I love you and miss you so very much! Your daughter, Sue With love always to and "Grandpa Gay" From the family of Susan Hilberg Earl M. Strand Sunrise View Convalescent Earl M.
Strand, born June 2, 1919 in Arlington, Washington, passed away March 8, 2005, at Home. Earl was a WW Army veteran, and had worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad for over 30 years. He was a member of the Sons of Norway, the American Legion and the Eagles. Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Kjerstine Strand; brother, Torlief Strand; sister, Marie Wood. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Roberta Strand; daughter, Sharon Strand and husband John Kemper of Rockville, Maryland; three grandsons, John, Martin and Charles Kemper; nephew, Kenneth Wood and wife Nancy of Arlington.
There will be a brief service 1:00 p.m., Monday, March 14, at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, Washington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the First Presbyterian Church of Everett, Washington, or Hospice of Snohomish County. Please sign the Guest Book at www.heraldnet.com/obituarles. Helen S. Schei Helen S.
Schei, 81, died Monday, March 7, 2005, at the Josephine Sunset Home, Stanwood. There will be a private family inurnment. A reception will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 12, at the Freeborn Lutheran Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood. In Loving Memory Sheri Williams We love and miss you.
Always, Mike, Gail and David Elma J. Pearson Jenny Elma Jenny died March 8, 2005, at Josephine Sunset Home, Stanwood, Washington. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., today, March 11, at Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m, Saturday, March 12, at the Anderson Cemetery, Stanwood with Pastor John Elander officiating.
Arrangements under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood. In Loving Memory Victor F. Blea Aug. 9, 1941-March 11, 2002 Beloved husband, father and grandfather. If tears could build a stairway and memories A Lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you back again.
Your beloved family. In Memoriam Tyler R. Dean Sept. 2, 1998 Mar. 11, 2000 It's been five years since you passed away, we miss you more and more each and every day.
Love, Grandma Mary and Uncle Kevin Ruby Donaldson Jan. 19, 1934 Mar. 11, 2003 Memories of you are all around each and every day. We thank the Lord for those memories because they always make us smile and warm our hearts. We will never forget you, my wonderful wife, loving mother, and the best granny anyone could share their lives with.
Tell Scott "Hello," and, "We love him too!" Your Ever-Loving Family.
