The Spokesman-Review

Yvonne Rosina Brown, age 90, of Richardson, passed away on June 15, 2022. She was born on July 4, 1931 to Alfred R. Johnson and Helen I. Johnson. Yvonne was raised in Spokane, Washington and graduated from Sacred Heart School of Nursing. She married James W. Brown in 1953 and the couple had 7 children. She was a registered nurse and after moving to Texas, worked at Baylor Downtown for many years until she went to Plano General Hospital as Director of Nursing. In her spare time Yvonne enjoyed sewing, gardening and her grands and great grands. Her family and friends will always remember her as a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother and longtime member of St. Paul the Apostle...

Pearl Loretta Lewis-Fairchild joined our Lord and Savior on May 17th 2022. She was born 92 years ago on April 27, 1930 to Edward and Jewel Newton in Harrison, Idaho. Pearl was preceded in death by her parents and four brothers, her husband Dorsey Lewis of 53 years and her second husband Arvel Fairchild of 12 years. She is survived by her sister Julie Hurlburt, her brother-in-law Norman Lewis and two stepchildren, John and Anne Marie Fairchild. Pearl had such a zest for life. She lived a life of faith and inspired others with her warm smile and friendly conversations. She called herself an "Old Farm Girl", making every penny count and never wasting food or supplies. Living her final five...

EASTLAND - Deborah Kay St. George, 70, passed away Thursday April 28, 2022 in Ranger after a lengthy battle with Dementia/Alzheimer's disease. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the First Baptist Church in Eastland. She was born August 29, 1951 in The Dalles, Oregon to Gene Reynolds and Nadyne Kellogg Reynolds. She married George M. St. George on September 23, 1972 in Minnehaha, WA. The following Spring they moved to the Boise Idaho valley where she began a career in the wholesale food industry, leading 15 years later to a transfer to the Spokane Valley where she worked for her Uncle's company's, Ness and Company, NW Food Brokers,. Eventually leading to a position as an...

Delle M. McKinney, 81, of Anacortes, passed peacefully of natural causes, at her residence surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, April 27th. A Celebration of Life Service is being planned and will be announced at her memorial site: www.evanschapel.com/obituary/delle-mckinney where you can share your memories as well. Her favorite charity is the Skagit Humane Society should you wish to honor her memory with a donation in her name to them.

On March 8, 2022, Martin "Marty" Butkovich passed away peacefully at Sacred Heart in Spokane, WA with his daughters at his side. Marty was born on January 27, 1958, and grew up in Roslyn, WA where he loved the outdoors and wildlife. In 1976, he went to Willamette University to play baseball for the Bearcats, and eventually obtained his master's in counseling and Psychology. Marty lived in Spokane for the last 20 years and earned his retirement by working as regional administrator for Washington State in various health services positions for over 35 years. He is survived by his mother Jean, his two daughters Carly and Kennedy, his sister Lisa, and four nieces and nephews. He is preceded in...

Richard (Dick) Phillip Rutter, a resident of Snohomish, passed away January 15, 2022. Dick was born June 23, 1933 in Spokane, Washington. He enjoyed restoring classic cars, was an avid golfer and loved sailing. Dick worked for architects John Graham and Callison in Seattle for over 30 years. He is survived by his son Rick Rutter, daughter-in-law Terri Rutter. 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. A get together (memorial service) will take place in the spring or early summer at Alki Beach, where he lived much of his adult life.

A viewing will be held on Fri. Nov. 12, 2021 at Wilks Funeral Home, 211 W. Chubbuck Rd. Chubbuck, ID from 5-7 p.m. A graveside service will be held on Sat. Nov. 13, 2021 at the Bennington Cemetery, 415 Bennington Canyon Rd. Montpelier ID, 83254. Memories & Condolences may be given to the family at www.wilksfuneralhome.com

Virginia Polich Stare passed away on November 6, 2021, at the age of 97. She was born on 4-24-24 and had been living the past nine years near her son in Dallas. She grew up in Black Eagle, Mt., earned her bachelors degree in education from College of Great Falls and did graduate work at Eastern Washington University. When in college she was voted the campus queen and was actually invited to go to the Miss America Pageant. Virginia retired from teaching at Finch Elementary in Spokane, WA. Virginia loved to travel and volunteer. She was president of Altrusa, Business and Professional Women, and Spokane Symphony Associates, as well as volunteering at public television. She is survived by...

Margaret was born February 10, 1942 & at the age of 79, on October 27th 2021, she went to be with our Lord. She grew up in Spokane WA & was a very gifted artist. She loved to paint, bringing life to rocks, furniture & anything else she could add her amazing, colorful & creative touch. She was a loving mother & grandma and is survived by her 4 children, Barbara Butler, David White, Patrick Johnson & Annette Johnson. Along with her 7 grandchildren, William Egeler, Daniel Butler, Caleb Butler, Richelle Gilvin, Seth Johnson, Isaac Johnson & Gunnar Tyson and her 11 cherished great grandchildren. This world will not be as bright without her. She will be dearly...

Roger Fretwell passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2021, in Aberdeen, Idaho. A celebration of life/Irish wake will be from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Friday October 29, 2021, at the Mill House Event Center, located at 2792 Pocatello Ave. in American Falls. To read a full obituary or to share condolences, memories, and photos visit DavisRoseMortuary.com.

Jennifer Rae Pierce (Rose) passed away 6/23/21.

On Monday morning, June 21, 2021, Alynnah Jo Ele Craft's faith became sight as her Lord brought her into His loving arms, surrounded by the presence, love, and comfort of her family. Alynnah blessed her parents, Tyler and Natalie Craft, when she danced into the world on January 1, 2010 in Spokane, Washington. Happily homeschooled, Alynnah, along with her siblings, were active members of Classical Conversations of Goldsboro. At home, Aly and her family were delighted to spend their days drinking tea, studying, reading, gardening, singing, dancing, painting, and playing the piano together. Known for her vibrant blue eyes and a smile like sunshine, Alynnah loved dancing! Ballet, jazz, tap...

George Darold Satre, 89, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at his home in Wichita Falls, Texas, where he resided for 38 years. Visitation will be held on Monday, June 14, 2021 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Owens and Brumley Funeral Home in Wichita Falls. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the funeral home with Pastor Allen Hughes, Jr. officiating. George has asked that any veteran, particularly those who served in Vietnam, be invited as his way to recognize and honor their service to their country. Interment with full military honors will follow at Fort Sill National Cemetery, Elgin, Oklahoma at 2:00 p.m. George was born March 3, 1932 in Post Falls, Idaho to...

Gerard Verkaik, Jr., 92, husband of Willy Verkaik, passed away peacefully Wednesday May 19th, 2021, at his residence in Awendaw, South Carolina. Born September 24, 1928 in Zaandam, the Netherlands, the son of the late Gerard Verkaik and Sophia Lengwin Verkaik, he was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Sophia Flood; and brothers, Peter and Frank. He is survived by his wife, Willy Verkaik; their children, James (and Teri), Tim (and Aileen), Lisa (and Joseph) Paolino, and Nancy (and Jim) Saucier; brother, Bill; 12 grandchildren, along with great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Gerard Verkaik was a believer in the Lord and is rejoicing in heaven....

Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Michael Manford Kvamme, age 76, passed away on Thursday, Feb 25, 2021 at his home in the mountains of Clayton, GA, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born in Brownwood, TX and raised in Madison, WI, where he attended Madison East high school. He graduated from St. Olaf College in Minnesota before serving in the Vietnam War piloting aircraft refuelers for the US Air Force. He settled with his family in Spokane, WA, and began his career as a financial advisor. He also completed his military career in the Washington Air National Guard, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He was an enthusiastic soccer player for more than 40 years...

Donald Howard McCracken finished his "sweet ride" on a beautiful sunny morning at his home in Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas, on February 20, 2021. He was born in Pasco, Washington, on December 31, 1951, to Howard and Rosemarie Adams McCracken. Don was a proud Spokane resident for 67 years until he and his wife moved to Fair Oaks Ranch in 2019 to share a new adventure and more life with grandchildren. As a Cub Scout, he learned their motto which exhibited in his life. He worked at his father's Chevron station during his teen years and later on in an Idaho mine with his cousin for a bit. His family history was colorful and included good memories of times in Montana and Idaho. He graduated from...

With sadness my sister and I regret to announce the passing of our Mother, Helen L. Lingenfelter Maichel ("Helen") aged 90. On July 23rd she died from natural causes with her children close by in her home at "The Springs at Butte" in Butte, Montana, She is preceded in death by her Husband Homer in 1997. Helen was born May 25th, 1930 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to Richard and Marie Lingenfelter. She was the ninth of eleven children. In 1949 her father, a munitions machinist, was transferred to Concord, California by his employer, the Pittsburg Steel Company. There she met our father, Homer E. Maichel, a native Montanan serving the US Marine Corps in San Diego. On July 8th, 1950 they...

Ruth Hasfurther Stilwell,90, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2020, in Easton, Md. Ruth was born on July 22, 1929, in Spokane, WA, where she attended Holy Names Academy. She was an accomplished pianist who studied music at Smith College and in her later years received graduate degrees in social work and counseling. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years Bill Stilwell and her loving sister Jane Harvey. She is survived by her son, Jack Stilwell of Las Vegas, NV, Cindy Mansueto of Cedar Knolls, NJ and Sue Tyng of Grasonville, MD along with seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Ruth loved life and was especially fond of her times with family and friends at the lakes...

Marilyn Lea Ryan, 91, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2020, at Parkhaven Retirement Home in Manhattan, MT. Marilyn was born on September 17, 1928, in Spokane, WA to Andrew and Marion Dahlin. Marilyn was raised with her two brothers and three sisters on the family farm on Four Mound Prairie northwest of Spokane. She attended a one-room schoolhouse in Four Mound Prairie through the 8th grade and went on to graduate from Reardon High School at the age of 16. On June 1, 1947, Marilyn married William Verne Ryan in Spokane. In June of 1948, Marilyn made her choice to accept the love and help of Jesus and our Heavenly Father, continuing in faith until the end. In the early years of...

Roma Delila Peterson Jeppesen Daniel passed away November 9, 2019, in Rexburg, Idaho at age 98. She was born January 27, 1921, in Tremonton, Utah to Charles John Peterson and Rose Ellen Checketts Peterson. She was the youngest of nine children. She married Charles Blair Jeppesen on September 5, 1938, and they had four children. Roma lived a life full of trials, including the loss of her husband at a young age. She would go on to suffer the loss of four other husbands. She suffered from rheumatoid arthritis for fifty years and was legally blind for the last years of her life. Even with all of life's challenges, Roma found joy in sewing, crocheting, and she loved to dance. Roma is...

Gladys A. Davis, 99 (lived one day at a time), beloved Wife, Mother, Nonni and Sister passed away October 11, 2019 in Lubbock. Lubbock services will be private, burial Bethel Cemetery, Steptoe, WA. Gladys was born August 24, 1920, Max, ND. She graduated from Rogers High School 1939, married Aubrey Davis July 18, 1942 Spokane, WA. She worked 19 years (city girl to the farm) as a dairy/livestock/wheat farmer's wife. In 1964, she was co-leader and recipient of the Dairy Family of the Year Award for the state of Washington. Also, she served as president of the Dairy Wives Association and president of the Deer Park PTA. She was raised Lutheran, a loyal Christian end-to-end. She loved...