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Obituaries (or In Memoriams for that form) printed in The News Tribune, including both text and photos, can appear on TheNewsTribune.com for an additional charge and are archived indefinitely in TheNewsTribune.com's searchable database. Funeral Service Notices are not archived and consist of current listings from many area funeral homes.
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| Margaret Donaldson Born February 8, 1925, Margaret died on Saturday March 6, 2010, at the age of 85. A lifelong resident of the Tacoma area, Margaret was happy living for over 50 years in her University Place home where she enjoyed caring for her gardens and watching the birds that they attracted. A long time JC Penney employee, she enjoyed the Tuesday lunches she shared with other retired employees. Margaret is preceded in death by her husband William Richard and son William Banks and is survived by her brother John (Olive), sons David and Douglas (Linda), grandsons Willy and Brandon, and many nieces, nephews, and friends. A graveside service will be held at the New Tacoma Cemetery on March 10 at 2:00 PM. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
| David W. Hurlow "Bud" Bud, a native of Tacoma, was born on July 30, 1927 and left this world on March 3, 2010 after having a stroke two and a half years ago. He is now free to enjoy a game of golf. During his life he was co-owner of Lakewood Fuel Oil Company, which was a family run business. During his leisure time he enjoyed bowling and golfing at Oakbrook Golf and Country Club and many courses in Hawaii and Florida. Bud was a member of Lakewood Rotary and a charter and lifetime member of the Lakewood Elks. Bud leaves behind two sons; Brian and Todd, grandchildren Joshua and Courtnie and the love in his life Jan Padget. He also leaves two brothers, Rod (Jeanette) and Edward (Marilyn) and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Eileen. Our thanks and appreciation to the caregivers at University Place Care Center. We will celebrate having Bud in our lives at 1:00 pm on Thursday March 11, 2010 at Mountain View Funeral Home, Aspen Chapel. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
 Colleen Marie DockeryColleen went to meet our Lord March 5, 2010. She was born June 7, 1957 in Tacoma, WA. Colleen lived her entire life in Tacoma and was a Woodrow Wilson High School graduate. She was baptized at Emmanuel Lutheran Church and was an active member. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Dockery; a sister, Karen Simons (Eric); and her special love, Don Young. She was auntie to two nephews, Todd Simons (Tami) and Troy Simons (Tara). Services will be held at 1:00 pm, Thursday, March 11 at New Tacoma Cemetery's Evergreen Chapel with viewing at noon. Please sign our online guestbook at www.newtacoma.com . Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
| Fred Lawrence Minch Fred Lawrence Minch, 82, passed away March 5, 2010. He will be greatly missed. Fred was preceded in death by his wife, Jean. He is survived by his two children: Fred Minch and Kitty Griffith, five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Also, three sisters: Delores Bisig, Irene Hanson and Gayle Estes. Fred and Jean were active members of the American Rhododendron Society and co-owned the Riverside Tavern for 20+ years. Services will be held Friday, March 10th at 11:30 a.m. at Powers Funeral Home, Puyallup. The family request memorials be sent to the American Cancer Association or charity of your choice. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
| John L Winans, Jr. July 12, 1937 - February 25, 2010 John was born in Stockton, California to John and Vera Winans. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Ann. John is survived by his children, Mark Winans, Michelle Skanes (Brando), Lora Usher (Doug), Lana Plaisted, and Chuck Jenkins as well as three granddaughters, Amanda, Amber and Taylor. He has two surviving sisters, Jan Lagorio of Stockton, California and Luanne Porter of Sunnyvale, California. He is also survived by nephews and nieces and friends who adored him. He was preceded in death by his siblings Jill Winans, Gary Winans, and Paul Winans. John joined the Army after graduating from Stockton High School. He was honorably discharged in Tacoma, Washington. He married the love of his life, Mary Ann, in August 1976. John worked for Qwest Communications until he retired in 1993. John and Mary Ann became snowbirds and spent winters in Phoenix. John loved being outside and living an active lifestyle. John fought a brave three year battle with melanoma. He died in Surprise, Arizona with his dear friend, Mary Jane Stewart. Funeral Services will be at 1pm, Friday March 12th, at New Tacoma Funeral Home. A Memorial service will be held afterwards at the Lakeside Country Club. John and Mary Ann are dancing together in heaven. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
| Betty G. (Tschida) Kelly Long-time Coldwater, MI and Mt. Angel, Oregon resident Betty Grayce Kelly passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on Saturday, February 27, 2010 in Mt. Angel, Oregon at the age of 93. Born September 16, 1916 in Sonora, California to Joseph and Grayce Tschida, she was raised in Tacoma, Washington where she graduated from the 8th grade at Holy Rosary Grade School in 1930 and from Lincoln High School in 1935. After graduation Betty was hired by Hunt and Mottet in Tacoma as an accountant manager/bookkepper and was involved in many activities, including the Cardinal Club, Catholic Daughters of America and an amateur theatre group, where she met her future husband Patrick H. Kelly. Together they lived in various cities and states and had six daughters and one son. Betty devoted her life to her children while they were growing up and was an active member of St. Charles Church and Altar Society in Coldwater, Michigan while also volunteering at various community programs and services. Betty, known for her photographic memory and ability to live in the present, loved life and cherished her family and many lifelong friends that gave her much joy. She was an avid reader, theatre lover and traveler who enjoyed bridge, bingo and bowling. She will be remembered for her wisdom, kindness, compassion, humor and positive spirit that touched so many lives. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Pat and sister Helene and her husband Frank Rinke, brothers Joe and Dan with wife Ora Dell. Betty is survived by her son Patrick H. Kelly of Lenexa, Kansas; daughters Kathleen Kelly of New York, New York, Janine (Dwight) Clay of Durham, NC, Colleen Kelly of Coos Bay, Oregon, Mareen Kelly of Elburn, IL, Lorine (Eric) Strang of Rockford, IL, Doreen Kelly of Silverton, Oregon; brothers Robert (Betty III) Tschida and Jack (Barbara) Tschida, both of Tacoma, Washington, sister-in-law Ethel Tschida of Yakima, Washington, eight grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was laid to rest next to her beloved husband Pat Kelly on Saturday, March 6, 2010 in Coffeyville, KS. Contributions in her name may be sent to Guadalupe House 1417 S. G St. Tacoma, WA 98405. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
 Salvador “Sal” FornillosPassed away peacefully on March 5, 2010. He was born on May 12, 1915 in the Philippines. Graduated with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts at U.P., Philippines. He was a good artist and worked with Sampaguita Pictures in Manila. Past GK of the Knights of Columbus, was active in his town’s civic organizations - GIANTS Club, Busy Peas, and was a lay minister in the Catholic Church. He was well-liked by parishioners at St. Leo’s Church in Tacoma, WA where they settled in 1984. He worked at McCarver and Sheridan Elem. Schools as school artist. He is survived by 4 children Linda of CA, Gladys of N.J., Pauline and Bonni, both of Tacoma, sons-in-law Lino Suson, Ben Chan, Gil Montances. He has 17 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren, both in the Philippines and across the country. He has a sister Cristina. Sal was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Bing and 2 sons, Willie and Dommy. Viewings and prayers on Tuesday, March 9, and Wednesday, March 10 from 1 to 9 pm. Memorial services on Thursday, March 11, 2010 at 10 am. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home, Lakewood, WA. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
| Ortan Patrick Gooden ‘Fat Dog’ Pat passed away peacfully on March 5, 2010. An ILWU Member Local 23/Local 29 Retired 1996. Pat worked at Continental Grain for 30 years. From San Diego coming to Puyallup in 1977 was a new beginning. Pat enjoyed Bingo, classic cars, NASCAR, Boxing and George his Parrot. Pat is survived by his wife Margie of 57 years. Daughters Marlene (Kevin) Lemoine, Yvonne (Joe) Gooden-Stropko, Patti Rasmussen & Corinne (Tim) Wieder. Nine grandchildren, Three Great Grandchildren. Pat was loved by many and will be greatly missed. Viewing 3/10/10, 6:00 – 8:00 PM - Curnow Funeral Home, 1410 Main St. Sumner, WA 98390. Services 3/11/10, 11:00 AM - United Methodist Church, Sumner, WA 98390. Reception to follow. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
 Samuel Wayne DawsonPlease join us in the Celebration of Life with the friends and family of Sam. This Memorial service, followed by a time of remembrance and sharing, will be held on Sat., March 13, 2010, from 3pm to 5pm at Lakewood Community Center, 9112 Lakewood Dr. SW, Lakewood, WA 98499, in room 203. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
| Richard T. Penland Services with Military Honors for Richard T. Penland, 77 of Kamiah, Idaho will be at 1 p.m., Thursday, March 11, 2010 at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent, Washington. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
 Timothy Peter KrobathTimothy P. Krobath, 40, died March 1, 2010 in Bonney Lake. He was born Nov. 14, 1969 in Seattle, WA to Peter and Ingeborg Krobath, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife; Charlotte, Children; Jerrod, Rylee, Stephani, and Nook & Yukon. He is also survived by a brother; Michael Krobath, His "Adopted Parents"; Jeff and Kay Jensen and their boys Terry and Todd Jensen. A private Celebration of Life will be held. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
| Mary Overland 3/30/1925 - 3/9/2009 Forever in our hearts! With love, your family. Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
| Robert Bennett “Bobby Dean” May 16, 1965 - March 9, 2009 "I will never forget this awful time, as I grieve over my loss. Yet I still dare to hope when I remember this: The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is His faithfulness" Lam 3:20-23. We miss you everyday, Bob, and can't wait till we are together again....Love you more than words can say. Dad, Mom, Stacey and kids... Pub Date: 3/9/2010 |
| Rose Mary Harter Funeral Mass at St. Patrick's Catholic Church 11:00 Wednesday, March 10. Burial at New Tacoma Cemetery (Chambers Creek) 2:30 Wednesday, March 10, 2010. Pub Date: 3/8/2010 |
