Jun 22, 2024

Born January 13, 1934 in Spokane, Washington to William and Dorothy Meyers . Shirley Marie Erickson passed away Saturday June 22, 2024. Graduating from Marycliff High School in the Class of 1952, Shirley married Gerald Richard Erickson in 1954 in Superior, Montana. Shirley worked as chief payroll officer for the Washington District Community Colleges for over 30 years Shirley...

Jun 22, 2024

Sandra Jean Adams (Dunham), a longtime resident of Colfax, Washington, passed away on June 22, 2024, at the age of 82. Sandy was born in Billings, Montana, on July 23, 1941, to Frank and Gertrude Dunham. She was the third of six children but grew up as the eldest. During her childhood, her family moved frequently. Sandy attended elementary...

Jun 21, 2024

Janet Kay Cunningham passed away at her home in Rockwood Lane, on June 21, 2024. She was born in Nevada, MO on May 7, 1938. She was pre-deceased by her parents Myrl and Gertrude McGlothlin and sister Patricia McGlothlin. Memories of family life in the small town of Nevada shaped her life. Reminiscing longingly, "I want to go back...

Jun 19, 2024

Ryan was born May 28, 1956 to Hardy Harding Sandvig and Helen Elizabeth "Betty" Sandvig in Great Falls, Montana. He was raised in Fort Benton, Montana and graduated from CM Russell High School in Great Falls, MT. He went on to earn a degree in art education from Montana State University in 1978. He married Suzanne Howard-Sandvig on November...

Jun 12, 2024

Brian Joseph O'Rourk, age 54, was accepted into our Lord's arms June 12th, 2024 when a single-engine aircraft he was piloting went down near Elk River, Idaho. His final act was to ensure the survival of two of his sons, also aboard. Brian was a beloved and admired son, brother, cousin, uncle, friend, veteran, coach, mentor, founder, husband and...

Jun 10, 2024

It is with great sadness we share the passing of Lawrence "Murph" Glenn Murphy, beloved husband, father and grandfather on June 10, 2024. He was born in Lincoln, NE to Oris Ray Murphy and Anna Buss on August 14, 1936.  The family moved to Spokane when his father was transferred to Fairchild Air Force Base. He was only 12...

Jun 6, 2024

Carla A Page passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2024, at her home in Spokane. She was born August 27, 1950, in Spokane WA to Betty & Ernie Wright.

Carla lived and worked in Spokane her whole life, graduating from Shadle Park High School in 1968 becoming a career hairdresser for over 50 years.

She...

Jun 5, 2024

Mabel Ann Lynch (Bobbi), age 81, of Spokane, WA passed away on June 5th, 2024 with family by her side. Born Jan 25th, 1943 to Marie and Robert Hunter. She is preceded in death by her parents, and late husband John Lynch. She is survived by her two children, Dennis and Lisa, step daughter Laurie, and numerous grandchildren and...

Jun 4, 2024

Michael "Shenny" Roderick Shenefelt, 61, of Spokane Washington, passed away on June 4, 2024. Born on June 14, 1962, in Spokane. Mike's journey began at Westview and Salk for primary education, continued at Shadle for high school, and culminated at Easten Washington University. Shenny, as he was affectionately known, proudly served in the Army from 1981 to...

May 31, 2024

George Potter passed away on May 31, 2024.  He joins his dear wife, Sandra Geesen.  He will be greeted by his mother and father, Selma and George Potter as well as his siblings, Emil, Alfred, Wilma, Alice, Ray, Phyllis, Gene, and Lawrence and many other family members.  He is survived by his devoted wife of sixteen years, Ginny, daughters...

May 29, 2024

Marjorie Lou Pritchard, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, educator, and community member, passed away on May 29, 2024, in Spokane, WA, after a long battle with Vascular Dementia. She was born on July 14, 1934, in Saginaw, MI, to Francis B. Blake, II and Vera C. (Kauffman) Blake.

Marjorie, known fondly...

May 27, 2024

James "Jim" Hoctor was born in Yakima, Washington on February 28, 1946 to Robert "Bob" and Helen Hoctor. He passed on Monday, May 27th and will now join the angels in Heaven.

Jim was raised in Yakima and graduated from Marquette High School in 1964. Jim met the love of his life on a blind date. Joyce...

May 26, 2024

This past weekend, our eldest sister Joanne Marie passed away peacefully. She was extremely gifted and fiercely independent. I remember in my youth  living in her shadow as "Joanne's little sister". She was a child prodigy in music winning competitions at a very tender age. I think my preference for classical music stems from listening to her endless practicing  ...

May 25, 2024

Sister of the Holy Names Betty McLellan (Sister M. John Daniel) died Saturday, May 25, 2024 at South Hill Village in Spokane, Washington. Sister Betty was born October 31, 1927 to John D. McLellan and Elizabeth McCann McLellan in Butte, Montana, and was baptized and received her First Communion at Sacred Heart Parish. Following her mother's death in October,...

May 21, 2024

John H "JJ" Mikkelson passed away peacefully at his home on May 21, 2024. John was born to Harvey Neil Mikkelson and Marguerite Mikkelson on May 6, 1951 in Spokane at the old St. Lukes Hosp. John was born severely unweight and was not expected to survive, but thanks to a very caring nurse who thought feeding him bananas...

May 16, 2024

Nancy Kay Kruse, 82, passed away peacefully in the Lord on May 16th, 2024 at St. Joseph's Providence Care Center, surrounded by her children. In her final moments, she received the Last Rites from her son, a Catholic priest, a testament to the faith that guided her life.

Born to Albert and Hilda Mendes on June 2nd,...

May 16, 2024

Larry Heid Sr. passed away surrounded by family on May 16th, 2024. He was born in Coeur D' Alene, Idaho on February 13th, 1952. Larry spent his childhood in Otis Orchard's helping his dad and two brothers maintain their family farm. Larry was a great student in school and loved football. He graduated from East Valley High School and...

May 13, 2024

Beverly Jean Bonner (Walters) went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2024.  She passed away peacefully surrounded by her three children.  She was born on August 10, 1946, in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin to Gordon and Arlene Walters.

Bev moved to Whitefish, Montana with her parents and sisters, Darlene and Carolyn, while in grade school.  Her...

May 12, 2024

Fran Hattenburg, 74, of Spokane, passed away on May 12, 2024, in Spokane, WA. Fran, known for her caring nature and ability to make immediate personal connections with others, leaves behind her brother Tom, several cousins, and is preceded in death by her parents and beloved pet dog Racey.

Fran's nursing career spanned a lifetime, starting as...

May 11, 2024

Our beloved Glen Adam Krum stepped peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the age of 76.  Glen was born in Spokane, Washington on May 25, 1947.  He grew up on the South Hill where he attended Lewis and Clark High School, graduating in 1965.  After his graduation, he joined the Navy.  He was...