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Roger Mark Frederick was born November 25, 1957 to Ronald E. and Shirley A. (Jeske) Frederick in Spokane, Wash. Roger began his education in Spokane, but after the family moved back to Odessa in 1970 he graduated from Odessa High School in 1976. He then attended Whitworth College from 1976-1978 and then transferred to University of Idaho from 1978-1981 where he studied sports medicine. In 1984 Roger married Barbara Reister and together they had two children, a son Derek and...
Helen Marie Krupke, 87, passed away on July 22, 2020 in Spokane, Wash. Helen was born on January 1, 1933 to Burdette & Susie Lightle in Spokane, Wash. She is survived by her children, Gene (Joanne) Krupke, Susan (Dave) Hepton, Lynne Cordier, Jan (Tim) McCanna, and Theresa (Monty) Lindbloom. Helen is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 12 great-children, 3 great-greats and numerous nieces & nephews. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Harold E. Krupke (2008), son Rick...
Janice Ann Tikka, 60, of Harrington, Wash. passed away peacefully Sunday, July 26, 2020. Janice was born in North East Maryland on May, 14 1960. She was the daughter of Robert and Mildred Blomquist. She was preceded in death by her dad Robert Blomquist and sister Lori Kangas. Janice is survived by her husband Loren Tikka of 40 years and their children Justin (Stacy) Tikka of Battle Ground, Wash., Lance (Carolyn) Tikka of Woodland, Wash., Jolene (Randall) Laumbach of Sheridan,...
Dompier, Fran (93) Frances Irene McDonald Dompier was born in Wenatchee, WA to Frances and Ollie McDonald on January 9, 1927. Her final day was in Hospice care at home on July 13, 2020. Fran grew up near Okanogan, WA on an apple ranch. She graduated at the top of her class from Okanogan High School in 1945 and earned a letter all 4 years in volleyball, basketball, softball, and hiking. Many lifelong friendships have remained over all these years. She loved music (having a...
Harry Deloss Rodenbough passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on June 25, 2020. Harry was born in Seattle on Sept. 30, 1943 to William Elton and Winifred (Buchanan) Rodenbough. He graduated from Harrington High School and afterwards went into the U.S. Navy where he served his country for four years. For part of his military career he was deployed to Vietnam and served as a helicopter mechanic. He was honorably discharged in 1966. Deloss always had a love for horses....
Earl Joseph Meise, 97 of Odessa, Wash., passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2020 in Odessa. Earl was born April 28, 1923, in Quincy, Ill., to Fred and Alvina Meise. Earl attended high school in Washtucna and graduated in 1943. He married Ramona Jean Burghard on November 2, 1946. The couple celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary in November 2019. Earl enlisted in the United States Navy in November 1946. He did his basic training in San Diego, California and...
Russell Vincent Winfrey, also known as Vince, or "Pop Pop" to his five grandchildren, passed away with his family at his side Tuesday evening, June 16, 2020, in Ellensburg after a short battle with cancer. Russell was born to Jim and Jackie Winfrey on July 28, 1954 in Moses Lake, Wash. Russ and his four brothers grew up in Odessa, much to the legendary terror of the townsfolk there. Although the tales of his wild childhood antics have transcended generations now, Russ was a qu...
Craig Holman, 68, a lifetime resident of the Odessa area, passed away May 26, 2020. Craig was born June 30, 1951 in Odessa, Wash., to Henry and Betty Holman. He attended school in Odessa, graduating in 1969 and attended Eastern Washington State College, where he earned his first bachelor of arts in music composition, and then returning to Eastern Washington University to earn his bachelor of arts in music education. Craig taught music in both Harrington and Odessa for several years before retiring in 2017. He was a member of...
Michael C. Stauffer, 51, died unexpectedly April 20, 2020. Michael was born in Waterbury, Conn., on Dec. 18, 1968, to Charles and Joan Stauffer. He graduated from Wilby High School in 1986. He joined the United States Air Force in 1988 for six years, where he PCS to Fairchild Air Force Base. Michael began his career in Lincoln County as a reserve deputy in June of 1995. After 5 months, he tested for dispatch/corrections deputy, where he began his 25 year career serving the citizens of Lincoln County. Michael was promoted to...
Myron Huston "Bill" Floyd, 105, was the eighth child born to William and Ida Floyd in Dayton, Wash. He was their Christmas Eve gift in 1914. Two more siblings came later. Growing up in Dayton gave Bill the chance to explore, hike, fish and hunt in the Blue Mountains. He graduated from Dayton High School in 1932. For many years (including last year), he was the oldest living graduate at the Dayton High Alumni Reunion. As a young man in a big family during the Great Depression,...
Steve Timm passed away June 13, 2020 in Harrington, Wash. There was a graveside service. Strate Funeral Home of Davenport is caring for the Timm family....
Bonita 'Bonnie' Jeanette Burroughs passed away peacefully at her sister's home in Spokane, Wash., in the early hours of Wednesday, May 13, 2020, surrounded by family. She was born Nov. 2, 1938, in Cottonwood, Idaho to Albert and Elma (Bryant) Uhlenkott. The family lived in Ferdinand, Idaho, until Bonnie was 4 years old. The family then moved to Spokane, so her father could follow his dream of becoming an engineer for the Great Northern Railroad. She had fond memories of riding...
Lois I. Renken, 86, of Odessa, Wash., passed away May 17, 2020, at her home in Odessa with her family by her side. A full obituary will be published at a later date. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.strate-funeral.com. Strate Funeral Home, Davenport, Wash., is in charge of arrangements....
Louis Wayne Frederick, 85, passed away peacefully at his home May 10, 2020, after a short bout with cancer, surrounded by his family. Wayne was born June 17, 1934, in Odessa, Wash., to parents Louis Ludwig and Alma Frederick. He attended Odessa High School and then joined the U.S. Navy at the age of 17. He spent most of his service time on the USS Kitty Hawk, along with other various carriers. Wayne was a Vietnam War veteran. In 1956, he married the love of his life, Violet...
Margaret Delrose Jackson, 65, died May 13, 2020, from the end stage of COPD complications at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane. A 13-year resident of Davenport, she was born Feb. 17, 1955. She was loved and treasured by her surviving family and will be greatly missed. Margaret leaves behind her two daughters, Kathryn and Peggy Jackson; son, Joseph Jackson; step-son, Darrin Sylvia; and grandchildren, Aurora and Donovin Jackson, and Kira, Jazzie, Emilia and Annebelle...
William "Bill" Gooley passed away May 6, 2020. He was comforted by family via phone and video conference with the help of staff at Brookdale Nine Mile. Other family members were with him in thought and spirit. The youngest of three sons, Bill was born April 15, 1944, to Clarence "Cy" and Eleanora (Fallert) Gooley. After graduating from Harrington High School and later Gonzaga University, he worked for many years on the Alaskan North Slope. He loved the Alaskan wilderness and...
Warren Dean Beck, 83, of Odessa, Wash., passed away May 7, 2020, from health issues. Warren was born Sept. 25, 1937, to William "Bill" and Dorothy (Heimbigner) Beck in Odessa, Wash., at his grandparent's home. Warren was baptized at Christ Lutheran Church in Odessa, Wash., on March 27, 1938, and confirmed Sept. 3o, 1951. \ After graduating from Odessa High School, Warren worked for farmers in the area, along with Odessa Trading Co. until he was draft into the U.S. Army in...
Free Press Publishing newspapers accept paid death notices and paid obituaries. Death notices cost $20 and may include name, age, date and location of death. The base cost for obituaries is $100 for up to 450 words and one black-and-white, one-column photograph. Obituaries of 451-700 words cost $150, including one photo. For obituaries exceeding 700 words, there is a $50 charge for up to an additional 250 words. Additional one-column photographs cost $10 each. Obituaries are paid biographies. As such, they should tell the...
Larry Lamer Sayrs, 84, died Saturday, March 21, 2020, at Spokane Veterans Home in Spokane, Wash., following a brief illness. He was born March 4, 1936, in The Dalles, Ore., to Josephine (Johnson) and Lamer Sayrs and grew up in Moro, Ore.. After graduating from Moro High School in 1954 - having set the state record in the 100-yard dash at 10.2 seconds in a rainstorm-Larry served in the U.S. Navy for 10 years. In 1958, he received the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for running back...
Joanne Irene Davis, 87, passed away April 15, 2020, in Moses Lake, Wash. Joanne was born Feb. 20, 1933, in Hunters, Wash., to Kermit and Lela Wesley. A private family burial will take place at Mt. View Cemetery, Davenport, Wash. Strate Funeral Home of Davenport, Wash., is caring for the Davis family....
Lyla Gilberta Alt-Oligher, 95, passed away April 16, 2020, in Kennewick, Wash. Lyla was born Oct. 16, 1924, in Reardan, Wash., to Joseph and Charlotte Wynecoop. Private family graveside services were held at Mondovi Cemetery, Mondovi, Wash. A Celebration of her life will be at a later date. Strate funeral Home, Davenport, Wash., is caring for the Alt-Oligher family....
Much loved father and grandfather, Wallace "Wally" King passed away April 3, 2020, at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Wash. Wally was born Feb. 24, 1936, in Odessa, to Ralph and Mary (Zeiler) King. He spent most of his life in the Odessa and Marlin areas, operating a ranch, putting up hay, raising a family, and in later years, growing a beautiful garden and serving as a hunting guide for his 13 grandchildren. Wally was an avid Tiger supporter and did not miss many...
Free Press Publishing newspapers accept paid death notices and paid obituaries. Death notices cost $20 and may include name, age, date and location of death. The base cost for obituaries is $100 for up to 450 words and one black-and-white, one-column photograph. Obituaries of 451-700 words cost $150, including one photo. For obituaries exceeding 700 words, there is a $50 charge for up to an additional 250 words. Additional one-column photographs cost $10 each. Obituaries are paid biographies. As such, they should tell the...
Vivienne Charlotte Schultz, 90, passed away March 24, 2020, at her home in Davenport, Wash. She was born on April 30, 1929, in Ritzville, Wash. Internment was in Hillcrest Cemetery, Harrington, Wash.; a Celebration Of Life will be at a later date. Fond memories and sympathy may be shared at www.stratefuneralhome.com....
Ronnie Eugene Schell, 88, died March 16, 2020 at the Veterans Administration hospital in Spokane. He was born July 23, 1931, in Portland, Ore. to Adolf and Katherina (Giebelhouse) Schell. Ronnie grew-up around Portland. As a youngster, he sold newspapers on the street corners. Ronnie had a beautiful singing voice and talked about the time he was selected from a group of people to sing on the radio and at several social functions. The family moved to Ruff, Wash., where he...
