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Troy L. Fancher, 55, of Moses Lake, Washington, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Troy was diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy at age 19. His diagnosis never discouraged his determination to live the fullest life possible. He is now free of the limitations that bound him on earth. Troy was an avid football fan and knew a lot about the game. He was a loyal San Francisco 49ers fan; he is forgiven for that discretion. A special thanks to Megan Rolly at Touch of Love Adult Family Home in...
Melvin Alfred Eagle, 81, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at the Lincoln Hospital in Davenport, Washington. Melvin was born on May 19, 1934, and lived his entire life on a wheat farm north of Almira, Washington. In addition to farming, he worked several other jobs including working for Raymond Green and working for Cenex Fertilizer Company. When he got the chance, Melvin enjoyed activities such as hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and boating. Melvin is survived by his wife, Margie Eagle, and their three children: Michael (Jo Ann) Eagle,...
Jean E. Hilson Scott peacefully passed on March 31, 2016, just 26 days short of her 95th birthday. She had lived in many places, but for the last 12 years she resided in Electric City with her little brother, Jack Hilson. They had spent their younger years together and later years together. Those that knew her would agree that she was a "spitfire." She is survived by her daughters-in-law: Bonnie Scott and Nancy Scott; grandchildren: Lisa, Jennifer, Kevin, Jason, and Jessie; nieces: Pamela...
Joanne "Bone" Redthunder, 61, was born August 8, 1954, into the Nespelem, Washington home of Joe and Lucy Weipah - Redthunder. Joanne passed on to her elders Thursday morning, March 24, 2016, from her Nespelem home. A proud member of the Colville Confederated Tribes and Walasat (Seven Drum), Joanne enjoyed participating in Pow Wow. As a social worker with the Tribal Headstart Program she loved being called "Auntie" by the children. An avid pool player, Bone was also never far from one of her...
Marvin E. Kuest, 85, of Grand Coulee, Washington, passed away on Good Friday, March 25, 2016, in Wenatchee General Hospital. Funeral services will be scheduled at a later date. Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Martha, of Grand Coulee and step-son Gary Cole of Weippe, Idaho....
John Clayton Winegarden, 77, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2016. He was born April 20, 1938, in Grass Valley, California. He proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. After his tour was finished, John became a union carpenter where he played a pivotal part in helping construct the Grand Coulee Dam and the Bonneville Dam. John married Linda Winegarden on October 22, 1982, and they made their home in Carlton, Oregon. John is survived by his wife, Linda Winegarden; daughters: Teresa Winegarden and Lori Winegarden;...
Christopher James "Chris" Johnson, was born Saturday, July 22, 1972, in Orange County, California, to Lewis and Lorale Johnson; passed away Monday, March 7, 2016, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Washington at the age of 43 years. "Boo-Boo" to his family, Chris was a life-long resident of Coulee Dam, Washington, where he attended Lake Roosevelt High School. Known as "Shafter" to fellow students, Chris participated in his younger years in basketball, wrestling and track prior to...
Robert Keith Thomas Sr., 64, of Nespelem, Washington, passed on to his elders Tuesday morning, March 1, 2016, from Spokane's Holy Family Hospital. Born September 19, 1951, in Nespelem, to Richard D and Rosalia Broncheau-Thomas, Robert was a proud member of the Colville Confederated Tribes who enjoyed drumming and stick games. May 13, 1971, Robert's life forever changed when he married Yvonne "Lovey" Lezard at "The Hitching Post Wedding Chapel" in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. A Wildlands Firefighter...
Christopher James "Chris" Johnson, was born Saturday, July 22, 1972, in Orange County, California, to Lewis and Lorale Johnson; passed away Monday, March 7, 2016, at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Washington at the age of 43 years. "Boo-Boo" to his family, Chris was a life-long resident of Coulee Dam, Washington, where he attended Lake Roosevelt High School. Known as "Shafter" to fellow students, Chris participated in his younger years in basketball, wrestling and track prior to...
Calvin L. Green, 64, born February 7, 1952, in Republic, Washington, was surrounded by friends as he passed away Wednesday evening, February 24, 2016, in his Nespelem, Washington home. Burial has taken place in Nespelem City Cemetery. Please sign Calvin’s online register book at www.StrateFuneralHome.com. Strate Funeral Home of Grand Coulee, Washington, is honored to be serving Calvin’s loved ones....
On the morning of Wednesday, February 17, 2016, Kathy passed away after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. She spent her last days in the comfort and care of her son, Richard, and his wife, Meg, of Liberty Lake, Washington. She was 72 years old at the time of her passing. Kathy was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on February 10, 1944. She was the only child of LaVerne C. Becker. Kathy met the love of her life, Tom, in the fall of 1960. They were married in Salt Lake City on December 5...
Ruth Margaret (Rise) Loe, daughter of Olaf and Eva (Anderson) Rise, was born August 13, 1935, on the family farm near Molson, Washington. She was the third daughter of four. Ruth died unexpectedly on Friday, February 12, 2016 in Post Falls, Idaho. Ruth attended school in Molson for 12 years and was very involved in school activities, which included sports, plays, cheerleading, and class offices. Ruth was the Okanogan County Badminton Champ and Valedictorian of the class of 1953. After graduation...
Connie Jean Bauer was born on February 14, 1950, in Spokane, Washington, to Winnie Mae Anderson and Dale Horace Bauer ,both of Wilbur, Washington. She entered into heaven on Thursday, February 18, 2016, at the age of 66. As a young child, she grew up on the Rettkowski ranch where her father was a ranch hand. This is where she acquired her love for all kinds of animals. Around the age of six, she and her family moved into town, where she attended Wilbur School from kindergarten to 12th grade....
A memorial will be held for Elroy Gene Novotney on Saturday, February 27, 2016, at 1 p.m., at the Republic Elementary School. Mr. Novotney passed away Thursday, February 4, 2016. A complete obituary was in last week’s Star....
Our family lost a wonderful man on February 4, 2016. Elroy Gene Novotney was born June 15, 1929, in Wilbur, Washington, to James and Marie Novotney. He was their youngest son out of 14 children. Gene grew up in the Keller Ferry area where his dad and then some of his brothers spent many years driving the Martha S. He graduated from Wilbur High School in 1947. From there he spent some time in the Marines. He worked for Glen and Swanee Whitelaw at their sheep camp in Swawilla Basin where he met...
Dakotah William Jay Moulton began his journey January 15, 2016, and joined his ancestors January 15, 2016. He was born to Barbara Cox and Anthony Moulton. He leaves behind siblings Taylor, Kelly, Keyona, Hunter and Zoe, and furry cat Miles Davis who always laid on his mom’s tummy. He is also survived by grandparents: Dave and Robert Cox, Teresa Potteiger and Perry Moulton; great-grandmother Shirley Toulou; uncles: David Cox Jr., James Chase, DJ Heldman; aunts: Kelly and Karen, Nichelle Barnaby, Dani Stensgar, Rosa Ibbara, Raelynn Dennis and a...
On Saturday, January 30, 2016, surrounded by family, Linda (Horton) Atanasoff was able to finally rest. Born February 24, 1949, she leaves behind her husband, Jim; son, Troy Sanford; daughter Nichole Seylor; brother Larry Horton; seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Linda was a hard- working waitress (Red Lion) and housewife. She loved nature and enjoyed camping, fishing, skiing, scuba diving, backpacking, gardening, and much more. Most of all, she loved people and freely opened...
Terrance Lee "Terry" Sutton, 61, a proud member of the "San Poil of The Colville Indian Reservation" passed away Monday afternoon, January 25, 2016. Born December 10, 1954, in Nespelem, Washington, Terry attended high school in Wilbur, Washington, where he excelled in all sports, including football and basketball, and qualified for the Washington State High School Wrestling Championship before graduating in 1972. Following high school, Terry worked for a time as a forester before entering into...
Eugenia "Jeannie" G Condon, 97, of Coulee Dam, Washington, was born July 3, 1918, to Robert and Roxie Grosjean in Kamiah, Idaho. She passed away at the Regency Care Center in Omak, Washington, on Wednesday, January 13, 2016. Following her 1936 high school graduation in Nespelem, Washington, she spent several years in San Diego, California, obtaining her nursing license, before returning to Washington to marry Calvin Jack Condon in 1940. Their daughter, Anita Corrine, joined the family in 1946....
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Keith W. Masterson, local area farmer and rancher, moved to a new location where the weather is always beautiful and the fields are totally free of rocks and weeds. His brief 21-day stay in the Grand Coulee Hospital was over. Born in the summer of 1918 at the Wilbur Hospital, he spent his infant days sleeping in a drawer out of the chest in his parents' bedroom. His family then moved to the Wenatchee area to work full time in the apple orchards. In the spring of...
Eugenia "Jeannie" G Condon, 97, of Coulee Dam, Washington, was born July 3, 1918, to Robert and Roxie Grosjean in Kamiah, Idaho. She passed away at the Regency Care Center in Omak, Washington, on Wednesday, January 13, 2016. Following her 1936 high school graduation in Nespelem, Washington, she spent several years in San Diego, California, obtaining her nursing license, before returning to Washington to marry Calvin Jack Condon in 1940. Their daughter, Anita Corrine, joined the family in 1946....
Keith W. Masterson was born Aug. 24, 1918, and passed away Monday, January 18, 2016. Mr. Masterson will lie in state at the Strate Funeral Home, Wilbur, Wash., on Thursday, January 21, 2016, from 5 – 7 p.m. A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 22, 2016, at 11 a.m., at the Wilbur Cemetery, Wilbur, followed by a memorial service, at 1 p.m., at the Zion Lutheran Church, Grand Coulee, Washington. Memorials may be made to the Almira or Wilbur Cemetery Endowment. A complete obituary will be printed in next week’s Sta...
In his 61 years, Michael Stuart Greene proved that the sum of a life is so much greater than one. He leaves a legacy of communities aided by his work as a fire chief and visionary creator of emergency medical services systems, people aided by his work as a paramedic, his family, and a universe of lifelong friends. In the words of his son, he was "the unofficial mayor of wherever he lived." His greatest joys were his wife Barbara, his sons Collin and Gavin, and his new daughter-in-law, Collin's...
Peggie Louise Jordan, 59, well-known chef and friend to all in the Grand Coulee, Washington area passed away at Coulee Medical Center in Grand Coulee, Wednesday evening, December 30, 2015. Peggie was born September 15, 1956, in Spokane, Washington, to the home of Elisha and Lydia Johnson. As a child, she attended St. Anne's Catholic School in Spokane. In 1966, her family moved to Grand Coulee, Washington, where she attended Grand Coulee High School. Friday, January 28, 1977, was a chilly winter...
Melvin “Buggs” Toulou Sr., began his journey September 7, 1942, and joined his ancestors Wednesday, January 6, 2016. Rosary was held Friday, January 8, at 7 p.m., at the Inchelium Community Center. Funeral services were held Saturday, January 9, at 10 a.m., at the Inchelium Community Center, with burial following at Kewa Cemetery. Father Joe Fornier, SJ, was the officiant....