Elva Jean Waldron Nibbelink was born June 16, 1926 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. She studied music, and was a piano performer. After Coming to the U.S., she earned her master’s degree in piano. In 1952, she married Paul Nibbelink. They have a son, Phil, a daughter, Jan and four grandchildren. Elva spent 30 years teaching piano in Issaquah, besides Campfire leadership and church involvement. After a challenging, satisfying and musical life, Elva left on Oct. 27, 2013
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Elva Jean Waldron Nibbelink
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Lynn Davis Fox
Lynn Davis Fox, 81, passed away peacefully on Oct. 26, 2013. She was born in Philadelphia on July 11 to Merle and Louis D. Davis and graduated from Mount Holyoke College. She later earned her Masters in Education at the University of Washington. She lived in the Seattle/Eastside area for the past 44 years.
Lynn Davis Fox
Lynn had a successful private practice as a counselor in Bellevue for many years, and was a proud member of Alcoholics Anonymous for more than 38 years. She is preceded in death by her parents and brother Louis D. Davis of Philadelphia.
Lynn will be deeply missed by her survivors, including: son James (Noemi) Fox of Bothell; daughter Lynn (Doug) Krueger, of Sammamish; and son Nathaniel (Valerie) Fox, of Kentfield, Calif.; former daughter-in-law Diane Fox; and grandchildren Jimmy Fox, Olivia and Beau Krueger and Sam and Hallie Fox.
Lynn is also survived by her brother Leman Davis, of Philadelphia; her beloved Charles Ulrich, of Fly Creek, N.Y., as well numerous relatives in the Philadelphia area.
A memorial and celebration of Lynn’s life will be Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. at the East Shore Unitarian Church, 12700 S.E. 32nd St., in Bellevue. In lieu of flowers, donations in Lynn’s name can be made to The Humane Farming Association or the American Alzheimer’s Association.
Friends are invited to view pictures, share memories and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.
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Scott McLean Shively
Beloved son, husband, friend and world traveler died of an accident on Oct. 20, 2013 in Shanghai, China.
Scott McLean Shively
Scott is survived by his parents, Bruce and Bonnie, of Issaquah, and his wife Kyla of Shanghai, China, and many friends and relatives from around the world.
Scott was a smart, funny and wonderful young man and will be sorely missed by many.
A celebration of Scott’s life will be held at noon, Nov. 9, at Blakely Hall, 2550 N.E. Park Drive.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the WAVE Foundation, 1420 N.W. Gilman Blvd. #2314, Issaquah, WA 98027 or The Issaquah Food Bank, 179 1st Ave. S.E., Issaquah, WA 98027.
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Cheryl Ann Tyler
May 4, 1961 to Oct. 23, 2013
With her beautiful smile, love and determination, Cheryl Ann Tyler, of Issaquah, passed on to her next adventure, Oct. 23, 2013, with her family by her side, after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Cheryl Ann Tyler
Cheryl was born to Gordnell and Bobbie Tyler in 1961, in Juneau, Alaska, where she grew up surrounded by Southeast Alaska’s natural and native wonders. She spent many of her younger years working alongside her sister and parents at their family market, learning the ropes and importance of business, family and community.
After high school, she married Ted Thorp, and in 1983, they welcomed daughter Tessa. Cheryl and Ted eventually went their separate ways but remained great friends and parents.
Cheryl moved to the Seattle area in 1986 and held a variety of accountant-related jobs before hiring on at The Boeing Co. in 1988, where she quickly moved up into project management positions. She spent 25 years at Boeing, working up until earlier this year. Her energy and passion, both in life and work, brought her well-deserved challenges, experiences, successes, travels, adventures and, most of all, time for her daughter, family, loves and friends from all walks of life.
In addition to receiving numerous recognitions and awards from Boeing over the years, Cheryl was a member of the Juneau Moose Lodge, the Issaquah Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Calico Cut Ups quilting group in Arizona, the PMS Flyers women’s group, part of the original Dog & Pony Pubwalkers, and a member of several wine tasting, quilting and music groups and organizations.
She loved fishing and folly, city lights and northern lights, black ties and tie dyes, Harleys and hammocks, sewing and sipping, music and mayhem.
Most of all, she loved her family — parents Bobbie and Gordnell Tyler of Arizona; daughter Tessa Brown (James) and granddaughters Taitam and Juno of California; sister Trina McMullin and nephews Shaun and Scott McMullin of Oregon; several aunts, uncles, cousins and many, many friends. She was preceeded in death by a cousin and an uncle, of Alaska.
A celebration of Cheryl’s life was held on Nov. 2. A family gathering is planned for next year in Alaska.
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Gerald Francis Petersen
Gerald Francis Petersen, longtime Issaquah resident, passed away Nov. 5, 2013, at the age of 88.
Gerald was born Sept. 15, 1925, at Bronson Memorial Hospital, in Renton, to Louis and Eva Petersen.
Gerald Francis Petersen
He grew up in Coalfield. He graduated in 1943 from Issaquah High School, where he was active in the Future Farmers of America.
It was war time, so he joined the U.S. Army Air Force, training at bases including Amarillo, Texas, and Buckley Field, Colo.
He returned home in 1945, and started the Louis E. Petersen & Son Logging Co. with his father. They logged throughout the Northwest, building roads on Mount Si that are still there to this day.
Jerry and Vi were married in Renton on Oct. 12, 1946. They moved into the Issaquah Reini home, where they lived for 67 years.
Jerry loved to hunt, go on family boating trips in the San Juans, golfing at Crescent Bar, and wintering in Arizona and Mexico. In his golden years, he really enjoyed gardening, both flowers and vegetables. You could always count on taking something home from his garden.
Jerry had a great sense of humor, and loved to tell a good story.
Survivors include wife Viola Petersen, of Issaquah; children David Petersen, of Renton, Dana Cochran, of Quincy, Darcy and Joel Fish, of North Bend, and Dara Paskey, of North Bend; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
He will be missed by his family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Nov. 16 at Flintoft’s Issaquah Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery.
Friends are invited to share memories and sign the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.
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Joseph (Joe) Waytine
Joseph (Joe) Waytine, 87, of Providence Point in Issaquah, passed away Nov. 8, 2013.
A funeral Mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 18 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Evergreen Hospice Care.
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Brian Jay Matthew
Feb. 8, 1957 – Oct. 5, 2013
“Absent from the body, present with the Lord.”
Brian Jay Matthew
Brian passed away from a massive heart attack at the young age of 56. He grew up in Issaquah, graduating from Issaquah High School in 1975.
Brian was the proprietor of a sign shop for many years. He loved creating the artwork that he would paint on signs, cars, trucks and boats.
He was preceded in death by his brother Alan (Heidi) in 2011. He is survived by his daughter Brianna, mother Joyce, sister Andrea and brother Scot (Marilyn).
Brian was a man of great faith and a friend to all.
A memorial service is at 1 p.m. Nov. 15 at Highlands Community Church, 3031 N.E. 10th St., Renton.
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Leonard H. Ellis Jr.
Leonard passed away Oct. 31, 2013, of heart failure.
He loved his family — Joyce, Ian, Emily, Marina, Asher, Michael and Shay — hydroplane racing and art.
A service was held at the Hydroplane and Raceboat Museum, where it was standing room only; many stories were told. He was loved by many.
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Clarence E. ‘Clem’ Powell
Clem Powell, of Sammamish, was born Sept. 1, 1929, in Birmingham, Ala., the son of Clarence Eugene and Ruth Lafon Powell.
He passed away at home Nov. 22, 2013.
Clarence E. ‘Clem’ Powell
Clem graduated from Richland High School in 1946 as class valedictorian, and then attended Washington State University, where he played tennis. He served in the United States Navy and worked in insurance, labor relations and corporate event planning.
Clem was president of Sahalee Country Club in Sammamish, president of the Pacific Northwest Golf Association, and very active in the King County Cougar Club. He was also a member of the Seattle Tennis Club and the Washington Athletic Club.
Survivors include his wife Jacqueline; brother Clyde; sons Mark (Joni), Gregg (Lynn), Scott (Angela) and Todd (Stacy); and seven grandchildren.
A more complete obituary is available at www.flintofts.com, where friends are invited to share memories and sign the online guest book.
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Adam S. Johnson
July 28, 1980, — Nov. 30, 2013
Adam S. Johnson, 33, of Issaquah, is survived by his parents Cynthia and Stuart Johnson, his brother Brendan and numerous relatives.
Friends are invited to view service information, photos, share memories and sign the guestbook at www.flintofts.com.
Arrangements are by Flintoft’s Funeral Home, 392-6444.
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Florence Koss
Florence Koss passed away Nov. 8, one week after celebrating her 103rd birthday.
She was born Florence Howe in a small farmhouse near the Snoqualmie River just below the falls on Nov. 1, 1910. She grew up in Fall City, graduating as valedictorian from Fall City High School at age 16.
Florence Koss
In 1936, she married Paul Koss, moved to Issaquah and raised her three children there. She remained in her home in Issaquah until 2012, when she moved to Langland House in Seattle.
She was preceded in death by her husband Paul in 2006. She is survived by two sons, Paul and Terry Koss, of Seattle; daughter Janice Aguirre, of Ann Arbor, Mich.; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Full obituary and online guestbook are at www.flintofts.com.
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Pete Montson
Pete Montson joined this world on Sept. 1, 1953, in Sun Valley, Calif. He departed this world from Palm Springs, Calif., on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013.
He was stricken down at age 60 by a stroke, while caring for his parents. He leaves behind parents John and Mary Montson, and a sister Marilyn, all at 41972 Humber Drive, Temecula, CA 92591, as well as aunts, uncles and cousins in Southern California, Oklahoma and British Columbia, and a multitude of friends. Pete was a longtime resident of North Bend.
Pete Montson
He graduated from Poly High School in Sun Valley, Calif., achieved a Bachelor of Science in natural resource management in 1977, and a master’s in teaching in 1978 at Cal Poly State U in San Luis Obispo, Calif.
He taught at Santa Rosa High (1979-82), Rogers High in Puyallup (1983-90) and Mount Si High (1990-2011).
Ever curious, he had numerous side gigs along the way — pizza maker, waiter, park ranger, missionary in Germany, naturalist, cruise director, llama herdsman, tour guide, Seattle Underground Guide, Space Needle elevator operator, landscaper, stadium host at CenturyLink Field, ski instructor, trails and rails ranger on Amtrak, extra in commercials and wedding officiant.
Pete was always filled with wonder as he passed through God’s creation and helped show it to others. He loved the outdoors and all activities associated with it.
He was at home in a pub or in a pulpit. His friends came from all walks of life. Pete was a man of faith who loved serving others.
A celebration of his life will be held at Snoqualmie Valley Alliance Church, 36017 S.E. Fish Hatchery Road, Fall City, WA 98024, on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013, at 1 p.m. All are welcome.
Information and updates are available at www.weeknightwanderers.com.
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Réva Janatta Aislinn
Réva Aislinn passed away Nov. 21, 2013.
She battled brain cancer for many years. She lived compassionately.
She is survived by her parents Rick Alford and Tonya Swan, stepparents Paul Gamman and Betsey Hughley-Alford, and 11 siblings.
Memorial service is from noon to 2 p.m. Dec. 15, 3709 248th Ave. S.E., Issaquah, WA 98029.
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Joseph Bingham Jr.
Joseph Robert (Joe Bob) Bingham Jr. lost his battle with carcinoid cancer Nov. 22, 2013. He was 66 years old.
He was loved very much by his family, grandchildren and friends who will celebrate his life with stories and memories during a memorial at Pine Lake Community Center at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21.
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Mary J. Somsak
Mary Somsak, of Issaquah, formerly of Renton, passed away Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, at home. She was 65.
Mary J. Somsak
A celebration of Mary’s life will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, at Flintoft’s Funeral Home.
Friends are invited to view photos, get directions and share memories at www.flintofts.com.
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Gertrude Risdon
Gertrude Risdon, a longtime resident of Issaquah, passed away Dec. 12, 2013, one week after her 89th birthday. An incredibly caring and devoted mother, she will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Those who knew her loved her.
She was born Gertrude Christina Anderson on Dec. 5, 1924, the daughter of Signe and Edward Anderson. She had three younger siblings, Edward Jr., Helen and Inez. In her early years, she lived in Ballard. This was during the Great Depression, which left a lasting impression and shadow of her family’s hard times.
Gertrude Risdon
In 1937, she moved to Tolt (Carnation), where her family bought a dairy farm. She graduated from Tolt High School in 1943.
During World War II, she met and married Ivan A. Risdon, moving to Issaquah at the war’s end. In 1948, they bought their property along Hobart Road, creating another small family farm and living the independent lifestyle that she loved so much.
Gertrude and Ivan were married for 69 years and lovingly raised four boys, Ronald, Glenn, Gary and Mark. She was preceded in death by her son Gary.
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James Pendell
James A. Pendell, 82, died Dec. 11, 2013.
Jim, a much loved, funny, smart, talented man with a twinkle in his eye is survived by Lila, his wife of 54 years; son Chuck (Debbe); daughter Roxanne (Mark) Shinn; grandsons Garrett and Cliff; and sisters Virginia Lintott, Jean Hughes and Nancy Swaziek.
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Donald E. Lewis
Donald E. Lewis died Nov. 27, 2013, at home in Vancouver, Wash. He was 75.
Donald was born May 19, 1938, the son of David and Mary Lewis. He was raised in Issaquah, and graduated from Issaquah High School in 1956 and Central Washington University in 1960 with a degree in economics.
Donald was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting and fishing with friends, and was a member of the Vancouver Wildlife League. He also enjoyed working in his garden, and spending time with friends and family. He volunteered his time with many sporting organizations and the Leupke Senior Center. He especially enjoyed time with his granddaughters.
He is survived by son Kelly and granddaughters Alexis and Eliza, of San Luis Obispo, Calif.; daughter Denise and granddaughter Leyna, of Palm Springs, Calif.; and significant other Carol Blair.
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June V. Nygren
June Nygren, longtime resident of Issaquah, loving mom to Pam and Avon representative for 53 years, passed Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013.
Friends are invited to view photos and share memories in the family’s online guest book at www.flintofts.com.
— Flintoft’s Funeral Home, 392-6444
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Lynn E. Burgess
Jan. 12, 1941 (Seattle) – Dec. 5, 2013
Survived by Christa, wife of 43 years, and Don, Jim, Peter, Patricia and Stephanie; grandchildren Nea, Jake, Marissa, Jacob, Anthony, Nicholas, Shaiden, Kenny, Kai and Jimmy.
Lynn E. Burgess
Preceded in death by beloved grandson Paul in 2005.
Lynn will be missed by his many wonderful friends in the Puget Sound area, as well as in California, Canada and Germany. Lynn will be remembered for his big heart, great laugh and his sincere generosity.
Cremation was held, and a private family gathering to celebrate his life and share memories will be held in January.
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