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Durham, Michael

DURHAM, Michael Ray

Of Spokane, Wash. passed away on July 28, 2010. He was a resident of Alderwood Manor Nursing Home for the past four years. He died from complications due to MS.

He was 55 years old. Born and was raised in Spokane, graduated from John Rogers High School, and Spokane Falls Community College with a degree in Business.

Michael spent 19 years as a store manager for Edison Brothers in Anchorage, Alaska. When he wasn't working he loved to travel and was a dedicated, loving cat owner. Everyone liked Michael with his bright blue eyes, quick wit and positive attitude. Fifteen years ago he began his journey with MS. Coming home to Spokane to be near the family he loved was a blessing for everyone. His mother Shirley became very involved with the MS program at the Salvation Army and proudly called herself a "Pushie Grandma." The program was to give MS patients exercise and stretching routines in the pool weekly. She proudly volunteered there for many years.

He is survived by his mother and father, Shirley and Stan Kimmerly; sister Sheryl Ward; niece Shasta Glynn; and nephew Devin Ward. Out of state relatives in Oregon include an aunt Gloria Patrick; and a cousin Rob Patrick.

Contributions in lieu of flowers can gratefully be given to the MS Society of Washington. There will be a private funeral service in Harrison, ID.

Kennedy, Earl

KENNEDY,

Earl Dwayne

Earl Dwayne Kennedy passed away at him home in Spokane, WA on July 28th, 2010. Earl was born in Spokane on April 13, 1935 to Esther and William Kennedy.

On September 15th, 1956, he married Sharol Schroyer also of Spokane, WA. Together they had three daughters, Laurie, Pamela and Cynthia.

He had a passion for the outdoors. In his earlier years he enjoyed trapping. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed spending time camping with family and friends. He was also a long time member of the SpokaneRifle Club.

As a young man Earl worked for numerous auto paint and body shops. In 1966 he went to work for URM Stores Inc. as a mechanic. He retired from URM in 1995 after 29 years of dedicated service.

He is survived by his wife Sharol, aughters Laurie Kennedy (Mark Maloney), Pamela (Mark) Grater, Cynthia Harris, grandchildren Zachary, Travis and Levi Harris, Maranda (Lance) Stapleton, two great grandchildren, brother Robert Kennedy, sister Betty Barber and numerous nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to Horizon Hospice for their heartfelt concern anddedication. A private family gathering will be held in his memory.

He will be deeply missed.

Memorial donations may be sent to Horizon Hospice of Spokane.

COMMUNITY CREMATION SERVICE,

4407 N. Division #103

Spokane, WA 99207

Mullinex, Nancy Ann

MULLINEX,

Nancy Ann

Passed peacefully to God, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, July 28th, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's. Nancy was born in the Spokane Valley to Jim and Dorothy Aucutt on January 29th, 1935, one of three chil-

dren. Nancy attended

West Valley High School, from which she graduated in 1952. She was very involved in school activities and leadership, especially with ASB. She also was a Cheerleader and an avid ballet dancer. She loved to load up her Model A with her friends after football games and go cruising to the Tower Drive-in. After graduation she attended Holy Names College. At that time, Nancy met and later married the love of her life, Larry Mullenix. Together they raised four children andsuccessfully built up the Inland MeatsCompany of Spokane. Nancy was very involved in her community and her children's lives. She modeled for charity events, and she was President of the Women's Club at Painted Hills Golf Course. She was a leader in PTA, Campfire Girls and Cub Scouts. She was also very involved in St. John Vianney Catholic Church, as a Eucharistic minister, and took communion to Alzheimer's patients at Colonial Court Care Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Dorothea Aucutt, and her brother Martin. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Larry; her brother Jim (Sally); her daughter Michelle Lippert (Pat); sons: Mike, Dan (Cindy), and Chuck (Elaine). Nancy adored her grandchildren, who are Rachel, Adrienne,Michael, Megan, Troy, Marc, Adam, James, Jacob and Taylor. Her great-grandchildren include Allison, Mallory and Emma. The family wishes toexpress their profound gratitude to her caregiver Marilyn Grammer, who lovingly cared for her for nine years; and to Spokane Hospice, for theirexpert and compassionate service to Nancy and her family. In lieu offlowers, contributions can be given to Hospice of Spokane at 121 S. Arthur St., Spokane, 99202. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 4:00 p.m. onWednesday, August 4 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 503 S. Walnut Rd., Spokane Valley. Please sign Nancy's online guestbook at www.hennesseyfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to:

Bean, Leora

BEAN, Leora H. "Lee"(Age 88)

Passed away in Davenport, WA on July 27, 2010. She is survived by her children: Donna Lee and Jerry LaClaire of Spokane, WA, Jack and Toni Bean of Spokane Valley, WA, Marlene Hickman of East Wenatchee, WA, Joe and Sally Bean of Wilbur, WA, Bob Bean of Moses Lake, WA and Pat and

Cathy Bean of St. Maries, ID and one sister, Beth Parker as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends. She was a member of the Creston Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Marvin "Pete" Bean in 2010, infant son Billy, a brother Eugene Manning and sister, Marie Jones. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Creston Christian Church. Memorials may be made to the Creston Christian Church or to the Society for the Blind. STRATE FUNERAL HOME; WILBUR, WA is caring for the family.

MacCulloch, Viola Mae

MAC CULLOCH,
Viola Mae

(Age 93)

Entered into rest on July 27, 2010. Viola was born inSpokane on May 7, 1917 to parents Herman and Willamena Mueller. She was a graduate of North Central High School and received a degree in education from

Eastern Washington State College in Cheney. Viola married her lovinghusband of 48 years, David A. Mac Culloch in October of 1941, and in 1989, David preceded her in death. Viola enjoyed sewing, playing BINGO, but most of all her family. She is survived by her son, Ray and his wifeJanet Mac Culloch of Mount Vernon, WA; grandchildren, Lori (Ed)McLaughlin of Mount Vernon,WA, Lisa (Herman) Woo of Lake Stevens, WA, and Mike (Stacey) Mac Culloch of Edmonds, WA; great grandchildren,Ashley , Jessica and Austin Woo of Lake Stevens, Ryan and Kyle McLaughlin of Mount Vernon, Molly and Billy Mac Culloch of Edmonds, WA; her sister, Marian and her husband Wes Scott of Spokane, WA; and her sister-in-law, Thora Mueller also of Spokane; her neices and nephews. Graveside service will begin at 10:00AM on Monday, August 2, 2010 on the grounds of Fairmount Memorial Park Cemetery 5200 W. Wellesley Ave., Spokane, WA. On-line guestbook at www.riplinger.com

RIPLINGER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 4305 N. Division, Spokane, WA

Pederson, Gordon

PEDERSON, Gordon L.

(Age 55)

Passed away suddenly on July 27, 2010. He was born in Spokane, WA on June 18, 1955. He is survived by his children, Angela and Ryan; and theirmother, Elaine Pederson; his father, Robert Pederson; his brothers, Jerry and Marc Young; and his sister, Robyn Ferguson. He is preceded in death by his mother, Corky Young; and his grandparents Leo and Viola Hann.Visitation will be held on Monday and Tuesday from 9:00 AM to 8:00PM at the funeral home. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 10:00 AM at RIPLINGER FUNERAL HOME, 4305 N. Division, Spokane, WA. Interment to follow at Peone Prairie Cemetery, Mead, WA. www.riplinger.com

Rhea, Shirley

RHEA,
Shirley Grace
(Gray)
December 16, 1942

to July 26, 2010

Shirley was born in Yakima, WA to Frank and Catherine Gray. She grew up in Four Lakes and graduated from Rogers High School.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Dennis Rhea in October of 2004 and her sister Cathy Gray in 2002. She is survived by her children, Lyal Hanson and fiancé Donna Schluter, Colleen and her husband John Mayovsky, Carmen McMahan and her fiancé Jason Helms. Also survived by her, five grandchildren, Joshua, Travis, Nicholas, Matthew, and her first granddaughter just born on July 6th, Carli. Her siblings Freda and Lloyd Willoughby, Fred and Mary lee Gray, George and Kathy Gray, Gloria and Rich Birnbaum, Frank and Karen Gray, Jim and Gloria Gray and numerous nieces and nephews.

Shirley loved to go shopping, do her word searches and puzzles, all types of crafts, and spending time with her family on the holidays. She had worked hard her whole life and touched the hearts of everyone who knew her.

At her request there will be no service.

IN MEMORY OF THE SWEETEST AND MOST CARING MOTHER.

WE ALL LOVE AND MISS YOU. YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN OUR THOUGHTS.

Dunbar, Kathleen

DUNBAR,
Kathleen M.

(Jones)

Passed away July 24, 2010 in Spokane, WA at the age of 89. She was born December 6, 1920 in Grimsby, England and came to the United Sates with her parents in 1924, settling in Ogden, UT

where she was raised and schooled. She graduated from Weber St. College and was employed as a civilian personnel manager at Hill Air Force Base. Kathleen and Lon Dunbar were married for all time and eternity in theLogan Temple April 16, 1946. Kathleen served in many leadership positions in the LDS Church. She managed the Bee Hive Clothing Center and served with Lon as a temple worker for many years. She served the Lord by serving others. Kathleen is survived by two daughters, Margene Davis and husband Randy of Spokane Valley, WA and Julie Geiger of Spokane; seven grand-children; two great grandchildren; and a brother, Kenneth Jones of Ogden, UT. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lon Dunbar (Nov. 2009).Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Monday, August 2, 2010 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 801 East Sitka, with viewing at the church beginning at 10 AM. Arrangements entrusted to

HAZEN & JAEGER FUNERAL HOME.

www.hazenjaeger.net

Pearson, Victor

PEARSON,
Victor, S.

(Age 86)

Entered peacefully into rest on July 12, 2010. Vic was born on August 18, 1923 in Tacoma, WA. After graduating from Stadium High School in Tacoma, WA, he worked for Northern Pacific Railroad as a fireman, went

into the Navy and served on the USS Limestone during WWII. Then moved to Spokane and graduated from NW Business College as a Computer Programmer. Got married to Cora Belle Risor, God rest her soul, they were married for 60 years. He started working for Helphrey Motor Freight then Spokane Computer Services and retired from Spokane Transit Authority in 1989. Vic loved to travel and had the opportunity to take many trips. His love for the beauty of an artist's point of view of a camera, he took many wonderful pictures of his trips. Vic belonged to many organizations such as the Masons, The Yacht Club, El Katif Shriner's and band, playing the glockenspiel, french horn and the drum. Vic had a colorful character when being a Drum Major for the band. He also played the violin, marimba and piano, Never a dull moment in his life with the Camera Club, bowling with a group or just for fun and biking. Yeah only traveling 19 miles at the age of 85 last year. Vic is survived by his sister Virginia Hay of Tacoma, WA., son Robert Pearson and his children Rachael, Eli and Sara; daughter Jean and her children, Aaron and Shannon, Kyle and Christy, Ruth and Clint, Abigail and Lance, Angela. He dearly loved his 16 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, PO Box 2472 Spokane, WA 99210-2472. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 3rd at Bethlehem Lutheran Church 2715 S. Ray St. Spokane, WA. at 11:00am. RIPLINGER FUNERAL HOME 4305 N. Division, Spokane, WA entrusted with cremation. Online guestbook at www.riplinger.com