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thenewstribune.com Sunday, May 3, 2015 B5 66th So. Tacoma Way (253) 473-1234 www.harknessfurniture.com Follow us on Facebook $698 SALE! Compare at $1198 RECLINER WEEK 1 7 0 4 1 6 1 -0 1 Webster Wyatt Foreman. Jr. Web passed away after a long illness with loving family by his side, April 25, 2015, in Tacoma, WA. He was born October 6, 1927 in Tacoma, WA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Webster and Elizabeth Foreman; two brothers, Charles and Bob Cromwell; and three sisters, Elizabeth Matchette, Ruth Foreman and Ethel Foreman. He is survived by his wife, Anneliese; his four chil- dren, Rebecca (Kent) Ross, Webster Foreman III, Gail Rose, Christina (Jeremy) Diehl, their mother Joan, six grandchildren whom he loved dearly and extended family members and friends. Webster grew up in Taco- ma, graduating from Stadium high school and the College of Puget Sound (UPS) with a degree in business. For most of his life he worked in the construction industry special- izing in home remodeling-at one point owning his own business. He enjoyed com- mercial fishing with his friends and loved being on the water spending summers at the beach with his family.

As a long time member of the Elks, he enjoyed playing handball and competed in many tournaments. Web also was a passionate Seahawks fan having held season tick- ets for over 30 years. He had a quick wit with his own spe- cial sense of humor and we know he is smiling down on his family and friends enjoy- ing an Old Fashioned and a cigar. He will be missed im- mensely. A celebration of life will be held May 8th, 2015 at Lakeview Chapel, 4606 108th St.

SW, Lake- wood, WA 98499. The family would like to ex- tend their gratitude and ac- knowledge the Franciscan Hospice House for their com- passionate care and kind- ness towards our dear father and the family. Matilda Hofto Passed away at the age of 98 on April 27, 2015. She was born in Tramping Lake, Saskatchewen, Canada October 9, 1916 to Delia and Russel Peterson. Tillie and her family moved to Washington State when she was 13.

She met her husband, Clifford Hofto at a grange hall dance. They were married for 58 years. Together they found pleasure in entertaining large family gatherings, being active members in church, helping others in need and in their younger years enjoying dancing and friends at the Hammond Organ Society. Tillie is survived by her 3 daughters, Marilyn Hofto, Linda Ferris, and Pam Brower and son in law Allen Brower. She was blessed with 6 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Our sincere gratitude for the special care given to our Mother by the staff at Sound Vista Village. Her family will have a private gathering and celebration to honor life. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care. Dean A. Berry Age 82, a Gig Harbor resi- dent since 1980, passed away on April 20, 2015.

He was born in Port Chester, NY to Hays and Josephine Berry. Dean graduated from Colby College with a degree in Chemistry. Later, he went on to earn his MBA from Fairleigh- Dickinson University. Upon graduation he served 5 years in the US Navy. He worked for Occidental Chemical Co.

for 32 years, retiring in 1995. He enjoyed anything mechan- ical, tinkering in his work- shop, and following sports teams as well as the New York Rangers. Dean is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary, brother Richard (Shirley), sister Cynthia (Peter), sons Kevin (Cindy), Eric (Melissa), and Bill (Laura), daughter Kathy (Jason), ten grandchildren, and two great- grandchildren. He was a great husband and father, and he will be missed by those who knew him. A private memorial will be held at a later date.

Please sign his online guest book at www leaving your favorite memory or condolen- ces for the family. LTC Richard Reese (US Air Force Ret.) A graduate of Lincoln High School in Tacoma, Richard served in the military for 22 years and was a decorated veteran of two tours in Viet Nam. He served his country on several bases all around the world. Richard also was an avid salmon fisherman and motorcyclist, who enjoyed many trips and cruises with his wife Jane. Funeral with military honors 11AM May 5th, at Tahoma National Cemetery, Covington.

Memo- rials may go to the Pima Air and Space Museum, or a local organization of choice. Please sign guest book at www.penttilaschapel.com Robert E. Grevstad Nov. 5, 1942 to April 20, 2015 Robert (Bob) E. Grevstad, 72, of Lakewood, WA.

passed away peacefully April 20, 2015 at St. Franciscan Clare Hospital due to pulmonary complications. Bob was pre- ceded in death by his parents, Lars and Mona Grevstad. He was born in Port Orchard, WA November 5, 1942, graduat- ed from South Kitsap High School in 1960, and served in the US Air Force from 1962-66. Most of work career was at the Tacoma smelter.

He retired in 2002. Bob is survived by his sister Carlene Pohl nee Grevstad, and brothers John Grevstad and Max (Aida) Grevstad, and Aunt Mary Grevstad. In addition, Bob was blessed with seven children, eighteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren, numerous nie- ces, nephews, cousins and friends. Bob loved his family and friends, and was devoted to the Lions Club where he held several offices and often vol- unteered for the annu- al Camp Leo Diabetics pro- gram. He was an active and well-respected member of the New Hope Community Church in Lakewood.

He joyfully shared his musical talents his saxophone. He cherished his many friends at his domicile, the apartment in Lakewood. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, May 12th at 11:00 am at the New Hope Community Church: 9308 Meadow Rd. SW, Lake- wood, WA 98499, 253-588- 0808, www.lakewoodnewhop e.com. Memorials in the name of Bob Grevstad can be made to the New Hope Community "Missions to Brazil" program, or to Camp Leo, P.O.

Box 7331, Olympia WA 98507 Program for Chil- dren with Henry Silas Grimes Went to be with the Lord on April 27, 2015, at the age of 97. Born March 30, 1918 in Tacoma, WA, he was one of 6 children. His family settled in Wapato, WA, where he met Audry. They were married on August 20, 1938, and soon started a family. Henry was drafted into the Army in 1944 and served in Europe during WWII.

He drove trucks for 40 years, hauling hay across the mountains and later driving tankers for Allied Chemical. Henry and Audry moved to Sumner, WA in 1954, and again to Tacoma in 1966. Henry lived at Peoples Retire- ment Community for the past 3 years. Henry was preceded in death by sons James and Joseph, daughter Mary Ellen, and loving wife of 73 years, Audry. He is survived by daughters Jeannie (Ernie) Treadway and Bonnie Grimes, 6 grandchildren, 7 great- grandchildren, 1 great-great- grandchild, and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held May 5, 2015, at 11 a.m. at Sumner Family Church, where Henry attend- ed for the past 60 years. Charlotte Marie Hanstad Age 77, passed away March 26, 2015 at her home in Morton, Washington. She was born February 11, 1938 to Geno and Mary (Archbold) Scarim in Tacoma, Washing- ton. Charlotte is survived by her children, Leslie Murphy, Colleen Kimball, Richard Hanstad, Rosie Hanstad, as well as several grandchil- dren, siblings, family, and friends.

To honor her wishes, no service will be held. Anabel Kilian Anabel was 89 years old and was born in Castlerock, WA on April 20, 1926 and passed away peacefully with family by her side on April 20, 2015. She was preceded in death by husband Karl G. Kilian and son Richard Sherburn. She is survived by daughters Carol Doolittle, Gayle Newton, Sandy Yusko and son Jim Yusko, 9 grand- children and 14 great grand- children.

There will be a re- ception to celebrate her life on May 9, noon-4 at Orchard Pointe, Port Orchard, WA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. in her name to 4738 11th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105. Marilyn (Vaughan) Lehmann Age 79, passed away on April 20, 2015. Marilyn was born April 15, 1936 to Bert and Beulah Vaughan.

She graduated from Lincoln High School and then attended business school. Marilyn married Jack Lehmann on December 10, 1955. Marilyn started off her ca- reer working at in St Paul, MN where her husband was also employed. After re- turning back to Tacoma in 1962, she raised her family and worked as an office man- ager. Marilyn was an integral part of Puget Sound Go Kart Association.

She wore many hats in the karting communi- ty as she served as the Washington Governor for IKF and CEO of Kart-O-Rama until she retired. Marilyn made hundreds of friends in the Go Kart racing community through- out her 40 plus years of kart racing with her family and selflessly serving in many of- fices for the club. Marilyn was especially proud of being the Track to many kids and watching them grow up. She was an avid fan of the Seahawks, Mariners and NASCAR. Her favorite driver was Jamie McMurray who she knew from his early years in karting.

Marilyn enjoyed gambling at Muckleshoot Casino, and en- joyed traveling to the ocean, taking cruises, going to Broadway shows in NY and being a snowbird in AZ. She is survived by her loving hus- band Jack, daughter Leanne, son David (wife Amber), daughter Beth, granddaugh- ter Ariel, her sister Kathy Kehrberg and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers you may make donations to American Cancer Society in her honor. A Memorial will take place on May 15, 2015 at The Tacoma Elks Pavillion at Allenmore Golf Course from 12:00 to 2:00. Jean Courtney Broocke (Elliott) Helmholz (Nana) Age 96 of Milton passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday April 9, 2015.

She was preceded in death by her husband Stanley Helmholz and oldest son Cleoman. Jean is survived by 3 children, Victoria Helmholz, Steven Helmholz and Sara Van Perre all of Puyallup and the 3 grandchildren she raised Julie Karlsson, Katy Texas, Douglas Helmholz, and Donald Helmholz, of Milton. Nana loved and was loved by numerous grandchildren, great and great great grandchildren as well as generations of family, friends and neighbors. Nana loved life and asked that we celebrate rather than mourn her passing. Please join us in the Celebration of her Life, Saturday, May 16 between 11 and 3 pm at Milton Activity Center, 1000 Laurel St.

Milton, WA. 98354. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make Donations payable to the "willed body program" at University of Washington, Dept. of Biological Program, PO Box 357420, Seattle 98195 or to your favorite charity. MSGT Ernest S.

Cote We have friends, close friends, and we have our "best friend." We seem to be at our closest time to our best friend. Dad, Papa, Honey, GGPa, Ernie. All to celebrate with Military Honors on May 6th, 12:30, at Tahoma Na- tional Cemetery, and invited afterwards to his favorite place, 809 23rd Ave. NW, Gig Harbor. "He has put out his hand and touched the face of God." Always loved by his wife Sadie, daughter Kathy, son Daniel (Carol), many fam- ily members, friends, and all his wonderful pets (Patches).

A special Thank You to Jessica Caldwell and Kirk at Moun- tain View. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home. Remem- brances may be shared at www Judith (Judy) Marie Schillereff September 13, 1945 April 23, 2015 Judith (Judy) Marie Schillereff (69) passed away on Thursday April 23, 2015 with her family by her side. Judy Schillereff was a life- time resident of Washington State. Born and raised in Cashmere and Wenatchee, WA, and a long- time resident of Port Orchard, WA.

She was a devoted Mother, Wife, Daughter, Sister and Grand- mother. Her Husband, con- stant companion and best friend of over thirty years, Mike Schillereff, passed away suddenly two months ago. Judy Schillereff was born Judith Marie Derifield on Sep- tember 13, 1945. She gradu- ated from Cashmere High School in 1963. She served in the Army Corp during Viet Nam, was a grad- uate of Wenatchee Valley College and an employee of the Washington State Depart- ment of Transportation for forty years.

Memorial Service is open to all friends, family and coworkers and will be held on Saturday, May 09 at 2:00 PM in E. Wenatchee, WA at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Days Saints (667 10th Street N.E). There will be a luncheon at the Church directly after her serv- ice. Condolences can be sent Debby Hambrick, 806 Beacon Road, Wenatchee, WA 98801. Please visit www.new tacoma.com for full obituary.

Phyllis Elaine Christian Died on April 26, 2015, in Tacoma, Washington, at the age of 94. She was born on January 20, 1921 in Canby, Minnesota to Theodore and Alma Peterson, and lived in Minnesota and South Dakota before moving to Tacoma. She taught in a one-room school- house in South Dakota and at Oakland Elementary in Ta- coma. She married Dean Christian in 1946, and to- gether they raised their fami- ly in Fircrest. Phyllis was a member of Hope Lutheran Church until moving to Milton in 2000 and joining Mt.

View Luther- an Church. She was preced- ed in death by her husband, and her brother "Sonny." She is survived by her five children, Leslie (Heather Andersen), Kristi Ceder (Don), Jeff (Deb), Ted (Peggy), and Paul (Donna Todd), grandchil- dren Anna Ceder (Russ Almond), Joshua Dean, Lindsey Williams (Jack), Timothy Ceder (Ashlee), Jesse, Matthew, Dean, Sam, and Carson, and seven great- grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Mt. View Lutheran Church, 3505 122nd Ave. Edgewood, Washington, on Saturday, May 9, at 11:00 a.m.

Memorials may be made to the church or to Lu- theran Disaster Response. Thomas Warren Burslem to He was born in Tacoma, WA and graduated from Bethel High School in 1952. He spent his years enjoying fishing and hunting. He was loved dearly and will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents Aaron and Dorothy, his brother Wilfred, and step daughter Debbie.

He is survived by his wife Barbara, son Mike, brother, sister, grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Lehua Persing A memorial mass for Lehua will be held on Saturday, May 9th at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Church in Tacoma. Reception to follow in the church hall. Donald D.

Glaser Donald was a lifetime resi- dent of Puyallup, Washing- ton, an avid jeeper, a mem- ber of the South Hill Histori- cal Society, Knights of Co- lumbus, and Washington Na- tional Guard. He was a loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife Mary of 65 wonderful years, 2 siblings Wayne and Barbara, 4 children Connie, Patricia, Jerry, and Tom, 14 grandchil- dren, 10 great-grandchildren. Private interment; Tahoma National Cemetery. Memorial; All Saints Catho- lic Church, 10 AM May 16, 2015.

In lieu of flowers, donations Catholic Community Services. Suzanne Marie Edee Suzanne Edee passed away suddenly in Cheyenne, Wyom- ing on Suzanne was born in Santa Cruz, Cali- fornia on Suzanne was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her son. Suzanne is survived by her daughter, sister, niece, and 8 cousins. Suzanne will be greatly missed. Memorial services are to be held May 17, 2015, at at Ma- son Methodist Church at 2710 Madison St, Tacoma, WA 98407.

In lieu of flowers, please assist in her daugh- college fund. Floyd Hill 1926 2015 Surrounded by family, Floyd passed away April 17th at the age of 88. He was a na- tive of Alabama. He retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years, having served in WWII and deployed twice during the Korean conflict.

He also worked for the U.S. Postal Service, and retired as a main- tenance supervisor in 1990. In his retirement Floyd en- joyed spending time with his family, playing golf, vacation- ing in Hawaii, and raising the best vegetables in his garden. His caring love and great sense of humor will be deeply missed by family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth of 59 years, son Steve and wife Dianne, his daughter Heidi, niece Margit Lynch and Norman, niece Holly Sue Woodard and husband Bill, and nephew Jerome Hall and wife Shirley.

A private interment with full Honors will be held at the Tahoma National Cemetery. Glen Patrick Cawley April 26, 1925 April 13, 2015 A WWII and Lifelong Aviator in the Pacific Northwest, Glen passed away peacefully two weeks before his 90th birthday. His life was big, his heart was bigger, but his love for his family was at the center of everything he did. Please sign the online guest book at www.weeksfuneralho mes.com. Greg Wilson Weeks With great sorrow in our hearts we announce the passing of Greg W.

Weeks, April 25th, 2015. Although he will be deeply missed, his larger than life presence will live on in our hearts and homes. He was a loving son, a devoted brother, a beloved uncle, a soul mate and best friend as a husband. He loved his four children with all his heart and as a new grandfa- ther to Charlie he was filled with pride. His family meant everything to him.

Greg was a good and loyal friend to many. Anyone who knew him will feel the absence of his laugh, his smile and the un- mistakable glint in his eye. Greg is survived by his loving wife Patti, three sons Bryson (wife Laura), Kyle, Shayne and daughter Ryann. Additional family members include Mother June D. (Donnie) Weeks, brothers Tony, Mike and sister Shawn.

Greg worked at Ameriprise Financial as a Financial Adviser. Service will be held at Little Church On The Prairie in Lakewood, at on Saturday, May 9th, 2015. The family suggests memori- al contributions be sent to Water.org Billy Ray Morrison Age 65, passed away April 26, 2015 in Tacoma WA. Bill was born in Tahlequah, OK August 16, 1949. He was a proud member of the US Ar- my and served two tours in Vietnam.

Preceded in death by parents, J.C. and Sarah, and son Joel, Bill is survived by wife Deborah, sons Tristen and Elliott, brother Curtis, sisters Patti and Dorene, many cousins, nephews and nieces. Bill will be missed by his family and many friends. Services will be May 7. Please visit www.edwardsme morial.com for details and re- membrances.

Frank Eugene Etter Age 84, of Kent, WA passed away on April 3, 2015. Mr. Etter was born on October 19, 1930 in Monroe, WA to Frank and Wilhelmina Etter. Frank is survived by his wife of 63 years, Helen, children Stuart Etter, son-in-law Robert Yearwood, Kristine Spadoni, Anne (John Winkenwerder) Etter, Jennifer (Michael Reese) Etter, grandchildren Jessica, Sarah, Franco, Regina and Malcolm. Frank was preced- ed in death by his daughter Katherine in 2013.

A commit- tal service with military hon- ors will be held at 11:00 AM on May 22, 2015 at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, WA. For more information, to view photos, and to sign the online guest register please visit www.yahnandson Day Memories On Sunday, May 10th, the News Tribune Classified Advertising Department will publish a paid Day Memories section. These notices are for paying tribute to our departed loved ones on Day. Messages cost $3 per line, about 20 characters and spaces per line. The deadline for submissions is 3pm Tuesday, May 5th.

Notices may be submitted in writing, or placed in person. Please call 253-597-8605 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday Friday for details. Obituaries Exclusive Online Content View and create a personalized Moving Read and sign the online Guest Book Revisit and share your memories anytime Send owers or gifts www.legacy.com/tribnet Paid Notices Phone: 253.597.8605.

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