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William (Bill) J. Brandner passed away from natural causes on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at his home in East Wenatchee, Washington with his family by his side. William (Bill) was born in Miles City, Montana on October 7, 1935, to Jake and Frieda Brandner. Bill grew up in Coulee City/Dam area of Washington State, He graduated from Washington State University where he met the love of his life, Alice Auvil. Bill and Alice Married June 13, 1957, and pursued their education as they started a family... Full story
Ella Mae LaFountaine passed on at the age of 77 on May 7, 2024 at her home in Nespelem, WA. She was born in Seattle, WA on February 2, 1947. Ella grew up in Seattle where she met the love of her life John B LaFountaine on a blind date. Ella was a member of the Grand Coulee Dam Eagles #2577 Ladies Auxiliary,where she held several official positions. Ella was also a very active member of the Nespelem community including in her later years the Nespelem Senior Meal Site. She had liked to travel... Full story
Betty Martin Lacy, 104, died peacefully at Coulee Medical Center on Friday, May 3,, 2024. She was born March 30, 1920, in Wallace, Idaho to William Martin and Ameilia Rawe Martin. Betty grew up by the Milk River in Nashua, Montana as the 13th of 15 children. Betty originally visited Grand Coulee in 1936 to help her oldest sister with her two young sons. In 1943 she met and married Cleatis Lacy in Seattle shortly before he was deployed with the Navy in WWII. Betty lived in Vancouver to be near th... Full story
Hallie Sena Anderson will be honored at a graveside memorial service on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:00 pm at the Riverside Cemetery, Riverside, WA off Hwy 97. We welcome you to come and share tribute for her and her gracious life.... Full story
Betty Lacy passsed away peacefully on Friday, May 3, 2024, at Coulee Medical Center Long-Term Care in Grand Coulee, Washington. Services will be held at 2pm, Saturday, May 18, at Faith Community Church in Electric City, Washington. A full obituary will be in next week's Star.... Full story
Hallie Sena Anderson will be honored at a graveside memorial service on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:00 pm at the Riverside Cemetery, Riverside, WA off Hwy 97. We welcome you to come and share tribute for her and her gracious life.... Full story
Ray Allen Rice passed on at age 80 on April 30, 2024, at his home in Othello, WA. He was born June 27, 1943, in Mason City, Washington to Fred & Vera (Whyatt) Rice. His sister, Darlene followed in 1944. He lived in Grand Coulee, WA where he graduated from Grand Coulee High School in 1961 as Valedictorian of the class. He played basketball all four of his high school years and was on the winning State B Championship team in 1960. From a young age he helped his father farm the family homestead unt... Full story
Olympia, Washington - James Marion Glick, Jr., of Olympia, Washington, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2024, at the age of 85. Born to Martha and James M. Glick Sr. in Deerfield, Kansas, Jim was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Jim is survived by his loving wife Myra Glick, two sisters Liz Marcolin and Fran Hove, children James M. Glick III, Lorena and Doug Talley, Richard and Erin Glick, grandchildren Andy, Lisa, Jessi, Rachel, Staci, Amy,... Full story
Dean Leahy, 63, of Electric City, Washington, passed on to his Heavenly home on Friday, April 19, 2024, after complications due to ongoing health problems. He is survived by his mother Delaine Arauz of Spokane, Washington; his brother Monte Leahy Seattle Washington; his wife and best friend in life for 46 years Pamela Leahy of Electric City. He is also survived by his three beautiful daughters: Nicole and Rebecca Leahy of Grand Coulee, Washington; Tiana Leahy of Seattle, Washington; four... Full story
The family of Bob Tonasket held a headstone blessing April 7, 2024. The sky cleared out the clouds, there was a deer laying in the grass 10 yards from Bob's grave and some saw an eagle sitting in a tree behind Linda. We apologize to those who did not get contacted. We wanted to keep the event a family-only occasion with immediate family and pallbearers attending. There are many to thank for making the blessing take place: the Veterans program, who provided the military headstone; Sonny Carden... Full story
Kerry Jon Vigue,70, passed away suddenly on April 19, 2024 at the Spokane International Airport. He resided in Creston, WA. He was born in Waterville, Maine. He was a Mason. His surviving family members are his father Noel, brothers Darrell and Duane, and his sister Heidi. His cremains will be brought back to Maine to be buried near his grandfather Lincoln Crabtree. Fond memories and expression of sympathy may be shared at www.strate-funeral.com for the Vigue family. STRATE FUNERAL HOME,... Full story
Judith A. McGuire passed away on April 18, 2024, two days shy of her 73rd birthday, in Grand Coulee, Washington surrounded by her family. Judy was born April 20, 1951, in Coulee Dam, Washington to Elmer (Al) and Shirley (Spratlin) Nolan. Judy grew up in Grand Coulee and graduated from Grand Coulee High School in 1969. She was a beloved Tiger fan. After high school, she had few miscellaneous jobs before starting her federal career for the Grand Coulee Dam project in 1973 as an emergency service... Full story
Bonnice Sieker, 74, graduated to Heaven on Tuesday, March 19, 2024,in Spokane, Washington. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 26, at Faith Community Church in Electric City....
Paul Grant Pearson passed away March 28, 2024, in Keller, Wash. Paul was born March 16, 1981, in Republic, Wash. to Richard and Gladys (James) Pearson. Paul grew up in Keller and attended school there and he graduated from Wilbur High School. Paul work various jobs in the Keller area, the marina, community center, and grocery store. He was also a caretaker for children in the area. Paul is a member of the Colville Confederated Tribe of Indians, an avid Green Bay Packers fan, enjoyed shooting his guns, video games and spending time with his... Full story
Bonnice Sieker, 74, graduated to Heaven on Tuesday, March 19, 2024,in Spokane, Washington. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 26, at Faith Community Church in Electric City.... Full story
Joseph William Louie, affectionately known as Jobe, a beloved father, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on April 6th, 2024, while peacefully at home in Tacoma, Washington. He was born to Barbara Covington and Francis T. Louie Sr., in Omak, Washington on August 20th, 1974. He would go on to graduate from Omak High School in 1993 where he excelled in both football and baseball and where his love for his dogs began. Jobe would begin his career with his father in construction for a time.... Full story
Bonnice Sieker, 74, graduated to Heaven on Tuesday, March 19, 2024,in Spokane, Washington. A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 26, at Faith Community Church in Electric City. Note time change for Sieker service The celebration of life for Bonnice Sieker has been changed to 1 p.m. on Friday, April 15, at Faith Community Church in Electric City.... Full story
Bonnice Sieker, 74, graduated to Heaven on Tuesday, March 19, in Spokane, Washington. Bonnice was born on August 3, 1949, in Pasco, Washington, to Harry and Elsie Hale. She lived various places as a child and enjoyed her time with her siblings: Marti, Winnie, Pete, and Ella Rae. They spent most of their time growing up in Liberty, Cle Elum and Nespelem. As an adult Bonnice moved between various towns such as Ellensburg, Liberty, Schwana and Kittitas but she always called Grand Coulee home. It... Full story
Spokane - On January 27th, 2024, around 12:30 PM, Peggy Heyamoto peacefully left us, with her daughter Sharlene by her side. Matue Enohara Heyamoto, known as Peggy, was born on March 13, 1931, in Tokyo, Japan. Raised in a close-knit Buddhist family, she celebrated unique Japanese holidays and cherished traditions. After studying dressmaking, Peggy embraced life's challenges, supporting her family during wartime relocations. In 1948, she married William Merle Desautel, Sr., leading to the birth... Full story
Harold Donald "Don" Bussell peacefully departed this life on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at the age of 101. He was born to Sarah Jane (Smith) Bussell and Orrin Mack Bussell on Friday, February 23, 1923, in Webb City, Oklahoma. Don is survived by his daughter, Rebecca Grenard, and son, James Bussell, and his loyal companion, his dog, Sancho. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Muriel Bussell. At about the age of four, Don and his parents moved from Webb City, to a farm near his... Full story
Justin John Avey, born on October 22, 1975, in Spokane, WA, passed away on March 6, 2024, in Wenatchee, WA, following a sudden cardiac episode. He was the beloved son of John and Janice Avey. Justin was a graduate of Lake Roosevelt High School in 1994 and went on to earn his Associate in Applied Science General Business degree from Spokane Community College. Throughout his life, he held various jobs, including working as a clerk at Safeway and Frito Lay driver and did numerous odd jobs along... Full story
After a year- long battle with squamous cell carcinoma David Allen Peter who was 76 years old, quietly passed away on February 16, 2024 at Coulee Medical Center here in Grand Coulee WA. A memorial service will be held Friday March 15 at Grand Coulee Community Church, 405 Center St. at 1pm.... Full story
David "Dude" Chapman was a husband, father, and friend. He died after a very short battle with cancer at the age of 67. Dude's wife Christine was by his side till the end promising to love him forever. Dude leaves behind his wife Christine, daughter Amber, son Corey and grandson Gage, as well as his four fur babies. He was born January 30, 1957, to Robert and Ragna Chapman fondly known as Bob and Bobbee. Dude was born and raised in Coulee Dam where he lived his entire life. He knew the land lake...
Ron Tracy, age 77, of Coulee Dam, Washington, passed away on February 21, 2024 surrounded by his family. Ron was born in Portland, Oregon to his loving parents Bernie and Betty. Ron married his wife Charlene and they were married for 54 years. They were fortunate to add to their family three children who they loved seeing them grow up, watching their Sporting events, taking family vacations, and being proud of the adults they became. All three children married wonderful spouses and they blessed... Full story
David "Dude" Chapman was a husband, father, and friend. He died after a very short battle with cancer at the age of 67. Dude's wife Christine was by his side till the end promising to love him forever. Dude leaves behind his wife Christine, daughter Amber, son Corey and grandson Gage, as well as his four fur babies. He was born January 30, 1957, to Robert and RagnarChapman finally known as Bob and Bobbee. Dude was born and raised in Coulee Dam where he lived his entire life. He knew the land... Full story
