Obituaries

William Clarence Huff

July 22, 1954 - July 20, 2006

William Huff died of massive heart attack on July 20, 2006.

Preceded in death by his Father, William C. Huff.

Born in Seattle, raised in South Park & resided in West Seattle Graduated from Cleveland High School in 1972. Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping.

Jameson Anthony Sangster Collins

Until we meet again ... Our beautiful beautiful boy. You will be forever young.

Jameson was born May 27, 2004, at Swedish Medical Hospital in Seattle and passed away July 1, 2006 in Des Moines at home. Jameson came into this world a born fighter, weighing in at only 1 pound 12 ounces and 12 inches long. During his short, but meaningful life, he learned how to trust and love those closest to him.

Jameson constantly gave all he had, even the days that he was not feeling his best. Our boy is now free from all pain and flying with the angels above.

Thomas Lloyd Alexander

Passed away peacefully in his sleep, July 14, 2006. He is survived by his wife Louise, Grandson Scott Manning and wife Tonya, and stepdaughter Mckenzie, Daughter in law Marry Manning Smith and husband Dary, three adult children, and several grandchildren. Graveside services will be held August 15, 2006 at Washington Memorial park 16445 Pacific Hwy S. in SeaTac at 2 p.m. The family requests donations be made to Group Health Hospice Community Foundation 1730 Minor Ave, Seattle, Washington 98101-1500 in his memory in lieu of flowers. Arrangements entrusted to Yarington's Funeral Home.

Kathleen McLaughlin Donohoe

St. Johns, Michigan

Kathleen McLaughlin Donohoe, died on Friday, June 9, 2006 at the age of 87. She was born on December 28, 1918, in Seattle, Washington, the daughter of Edward E. and Anne (Sullivan) Nokes. Kathleen lived most of her life in the Seattle and West Seattle area. She was married to Gerald E. McLaughlin and then Edward P. Donohoe and both preceded her in death.

Emery Bogdan Krzeszowski

Emery, 54 born January 3rd 1952 in Seattle Washington, passed away July 1st 2006 at his home in Sequim Washington. Survived by his wife of nineteen years, Elaine, his three brothers, John, Metch, and Stefan, and cousins George and Teresa, as well as numerous other cousins, nieces, and nephews. He previously worked for the Lockheed Ship Building Corp and recently for the Boeing Airplane Company. He enjoyed dancing, gardening and entertaining guests at the home he built with his wife.

He will be remembered as a devoted husband, caring brother, and a friend to all that knew him.

E. Esther Craig

Passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2006 in her West Seattle Home. Born October 14, 1916 in Bullock, South Dakota to John and Annie Jernberg from Finland. Proud of her Finnish Background, Esther moved to Long Beach California during WWII to work as "Rosie the Riveter" for the Boeing Company. Her small stature allowed her to squeeze into small areas for intricate precision work. While in Long Beach at a USO dance she met the love of her life, Laurence Alvord Craig, whom she married June 14, 1946.

Harry W. Carlson

Harry Carlson long time resident of West Seattle passed away July 21st 2006 at Judson Park Healthcare Center in Des Moines at the age of 86.

He is survived by his loving wife Marie L. Carlson of 64 years, three daughters; Janet Starr (Doug) of Covington, June Oczkewecz (Mike) of West Seattle and Joanne Johnson (Steve) of Gig Harbor and seven grandchildren.

Harry was a WWII Veteran and served in Germany with the Timberwolfs 104th Infantry Div. He was a very loving, caring and hardworking husband and father.

Violet Jane Carbaugh

Violet Jane Carbaugh, a caring and giving woman who left an impression on the hearts of all those that knew her, gently passed away July 7, 2006.

She was born in Arkansas Nov. 20, 1941, to EB and Carrie Treat. She moved with her family to Seattle on Dec. 31, 1943.

Jane worked as a cook with the Highline School District. She was an artist creating pottery with her husband. Her favorite pastimes were reading, cooking, dancing, gardening, treasure hunting, and storytelling.

Survivors include her husband, Ray, of 46 years, and her son, Ritch.

Sandra (Sandy) Campbell

Sandra (Sandy) Campbell of Wishram, Wash., passed away unexpectedly July 12. She was born July 27, 1944, to Glen and Wilma Howell in Massena, Iowa.

She's survived by her husband, Ken Campbell, of 36 years; daughters Shelly (Chauncey) Johnston of Des Moines, and Kelly (Jerry) Van Dyke of Renton; grandchildren Hailey, David and Kerry; and sisters Mitzie (John) Kerslake of Corbett, Ore., Patsy Fifer of Wishram, Wash., and Norma (Skip) Carsey of Goldendale, Wash. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Gary Howell.

Margaret (Buxel) Allsopp

Never met a stranger, always sharing, always caring.

Margaret (Buxel) Allsopp died June 21, 2006. She was born July 2, 1919, grew up in Des Moines, attended Des Moines Elementary School and graduated from Highline High School in 1938. With economic times tough during the Depression, the Buxel family lived in a three-room house with outdoor plumbing. Overlooking Mt. Rainer and Puget Sound, the house sat on "Poverty Hill."

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