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PAGE B6 SUNDAY THE SPOKESMAN-REVIEW I A I I A I HOROBIOWSKI, Elizabeth Born Katy Lopatniuk on April 8, 1919, in Philadelphia, PA, Elsa entered peacefully into heaven on October 7, 2013. She was the third child of five born to Konstantine (Kosta) and Mary Lopatniuk. Although raised in the Ukraine from the age of six following the untimely death of her mother, Elsa returned to the United States after WWII with her husband Iwan (John), whom she met and married in Ludwigsburg, Germany, along with their daughter, Irene. After living and working on a farm for a short time in North Dakota, she has been a resident of Spokane for over 60 years and a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Parish for over 50 years.

Elsa was mostly a homemaker and housekeeper but also worked for Gonzaga University for 16 years, retiring in 1987. Throughout her life she enjoyed cooking, gardening, traveling, knitting, and crocheting, making gifts for family and friends, and especially loved spending time with her children and their families. Her family was her life accomplishment. Her life, character, and personality were shaped by the historic events of her generation, as well as the hardships that she experienced. She overcame many challenges and difficulties in her life, but always made the best of what she had, learning how to knit and crochet on her own and learning how to speak different languages.

Her life mantra was must take what and she lived by example. Although dementia robbed her mind of her precious memories and relationships in her latter years, her stories and memories that she was able to share prior to her disease will be a part of us forever and a part of her legacy. In heaven, she is joined by her parents, all of her siblings: Ann, Andy, Maria and Anastasia, a son-in-law, Matti, and her husband of 41 years. She is survived by her six children and their spouses: Irene Niemela; Steve; Leo (Pum); John (Lavonne); Ted (Rhonda); and Elizabeth (Curtis) Nelson; 12 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews both in the United States and abroad. She will forever be remembered as strong, loving, and practical, and as someone who always put the needs of her family above her own.

She will be missed by everyone who truly knew her and knew her love. May you rest in peace our dear mother and grandma. Your love and life are never truly gone but will live on in our hearts and our memories forever. We love you unconditionally and will miss you deeply. You live on beneath everything we do.

Your presence influenced who we were and your absence will continue to influence who we are. May God bless you and hold you in his arms forever. Vigil services will be Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at 7pm and will be conducted at The Jesuit House Chapel, behind St. Aloysius Church. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at 10am and will be celebrated at St.

Aloysius Catholic Church, 330 E. Boone, Spokane. Private committal will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery. To honor her love of children, please consider a charitable donation in her memory to the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery or a charity of your choice. John am leaving you with a gift: peace of mind and heart.

And the peace I give fragile like the peace the world gives. So be troubled or afraid. Remember what I told you: I am going away, but I will come back to you again. If you really love me, you will be very happy for me, for now I can go to the Father, who is greater than I am. I have told you these things before they happen so that when they do, you will believe in Arrangements have been entrusted to: GENTILE, Roberta J.

(Age 86) Passed away October 5, 2013 in Spokane, WA. She was born July 28, 1927 to Elihu and Mary Rambo in Liberty, Kansas. She is survived by: her daughter; Lorraine Rosenfeld of Vista, CA; and companion-friend Donald Heller of Spokane. She was preceded in death by her husband Frank Gentile in 2000. There will be a Funeral Mass Tuesday, October 15, 2013, 11 am at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 1517 E.

33rd Spokane, WA. Private entombment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in name to the Spokane Humane Society, P.O.Box 6247 Spokane, WA 99217. MarkHoffmanpassedaway inDenverafterashort illness.Hewasbornto BarbaraandKenHoffmanon WA.Thefamilylivedinthe SpokaneValley.Heattended localschoolsandin1975 graduatedfromUniversity excelledininstrumental music.Helatermovedtothe hadhisownbusinessin communications.Heis nephew.Themotherofhischildren,LizHoffmanGaskins,alsosurviveshim.A celebrationofhislifewasheldinDenver. HULSWIT, Franklin Phillip May 25,1948 October 3,2013 Was born in Oakland California to Frank and Irma Hulswit.

Known as he was full of a love of life. Frank spent much of his free time visiting friends around the downtown area and enjoying his rides on the STA buses. Frank was a Christian who loved sharing Jesus with everyone he met and he genuinely cared for the people in his life. Frank was passionate about his sports teams. He loved the Oakland and he was a dedicated fan.

He loved to write the coaches of the teams and share his appreciation for their work. There will be a celebration of life on Monday October 14, 2013 at Manito Park in the picnic shelter. JACOBS, Elizabeth Rose (Zaversnik) (Vosahlo) Betty was born September 12, 1924 in Rock Springs, Wyoming to Joseph and Mari Zaversnik. She passed away September 23, 2013 I Newport, Washington at the age of 89. Betty and her family moved from Rock Springs to the Elk-Camden area when she was in her early teens.

She met and married Joe Vosahlo at a young age and they had four children, Don Vosahlo (Connie), Phyllis Sage (Gary), Arlene Casselman (Derris)and Jack Vosahlo. Besides a wife and mother, she was an avid painter and gardener. She loved the outdoors, doing jigsaw puzzles and reading. In 1960 Betty and Joe were divorced. She later met and married Paul Jacobs September 21, 1961.

They moved to the Diamond Lake area and built a house together. They were married 38 years. Paul passed away July 28, 1999. For the last six years Betty was able to continue living in her home due to the loving help of her grandson, Doug Sage and his wife Jayme. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Joe, Frank, Louis and Phil, her sisters Mary and Rose, her son Jack, her husband Joe and her second husband Paul.

She is survived by her son Don, and daughters Phyllis and Arlene and their spouses, seven grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, six great-great- grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. At her request, no services will be held. Cremation was handled by Sherman-Knapp Funeral Home and Crematory in Newport, Washington. JENNY, Dr. Charlotte L.

Dr. Charlotte Louise Jenny passed away August 16 in Spokane. Charlotte was born on October 22, 1954 in Shawnee, Oklahoma. She graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1976 and the OU Health Sciences Center in 1980. Dr.

Jenny joined the staff of the VA Medical Center in Spokane in October 2012. Her beautiful smile, rugged independence and generous spirit will be missed but fondly remembered by all whose lives she touched. Many thanks to Dr. Sarah Kirkpatrick, Dr. Bruce Cutter and the staff at Sacred Heart Hospital; Dr.

Quinn Bastian and the staff at the VA Medical Center; and Sharon and Toby Karn and Don and Joan Jamison for their love and support during weeks. At her request, body was donated for medical research and education. Her cremains will be interred in Oklahoma. Memorials may be made to benefit homeless veterans through the VA Medical Center in Spokane, or the Department of Philosophy at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. LAMON, Robert G.

(Age 89) Passed away October 4, 2013. Bob was born November 20, 1923 in Newport, WA to Ed and Elizabeth Lamon. He attended Arlington Elementary and Rogers High School. He served in the US Coast Guard on the USS Leonard Wood in WWII. Bob was involved in the asphalt business for many years.

He is survived by his children Vicki L. Lamon, Karen S. Mathews (Bruce) and Wendy K. Pruitt (Guy); grandchildren Michael and Kelsey Pruitt all of Spokane and Lane Mathews of Arizona; cousins David Welker and Nancy Welker; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife of 66 years Glorya Jane Lamon and brother John Lamon.

A private family service will be held. As a Farewell to Bob, taps will be sounded at Friday October 11th at his gravesite at Fairmount Memorial Park, 5200 W. Wellesley (on the west side of cemetery near Sunset Mausoleum), all are invited to attend. HARPER, Joyce (Cherniak) (Age 87) Died peacefully in her sleep August 15, 2013 in Spokane, WA, age 87, surrounded by family. Joyce was born March 28, 1926 in Winnipeg Beach, Manitoba, Canada to Lena and Frank Cherniak.

Joyce embraced life and its changes with courage. Joyce grew up on a farm and attended a two room school through eighth grade. She wanted to go to high school and so moved into the city of Winnipeg to live with relatives as a young teen. After graduation she became the first woman accounts manager for Canada Packers. Weekends were often spent back at the Beach for dances and it was there she met a city boy named Don Harper.

Joyce married Don in 1950 and they celebrated a life together until death in 2012. Don and Joyce moved to Los Angeles, CA where their three children were born in 1953. As job moved across the country, so did the family. Joyce trained in real estate and managed all the moves, as well as new schools and a new job for herself in each city. She never shrank from moving; instead she made each move an adventure for her children.

After retirement she started college, working toward an accounting degree. When the Dean discouragingly told her, Harper, be over 65 when you she famously replied, be 65 whether I graduate or and continued in her course work. In 1990 Don and Joyce arrived in Liberty Lake, WA as a move, to help with their grandchild. Joyce loved the Spokane area and had many friends here, young and old. She enjoyed her friends in book clubs and the Liberty Lake Newcomers club.

She volunteered for Meals on Wheels and the YWCA Domestic Violence program. Joyce was a loving mother to her children Deborah Harper (Robert Gilles); Scott Harper (Mary Jordan Harper); Abigail Harper (Mark Flanegan) and four grandchildren; Forrest, Frank and Jack Gilles and Gwen Flanegan and a stepgrandaughter and step great granddaughter Stella Kent and Aurianna Kent all of who miss her dearly. A memorial service will be held on October 26 from 11am to 1pm at the Hennessey Valley Funeral Home.1315 Pines Rd. Spokane Valley, WA 99206. Memorial donations may be made to the YWCA Domestic Violence Program in Spokane.

JACOBSON- PERRY, Shirley Jean (Age 83) Shirley was born July 1st, 1930 in St. Louis, MO. She passed away October 7th, 2013 in Spokane. She graduated from Rogers High School and worked at the Ridpath Hotel for many years. Shirley enjoyed singing and dancing with Edmore More and the Menstrials Singers, visiting nursing homes singing and dancing for residents.

She is survived by her children Roxann Jacobson, Kathleen Jacobson, Karen Rodgers, Carl Jacobson and Dianne Cabrera; husband Donald Perry, and his children Jean Memmouth, Penny Baines, Jim Perry, Robbin Smith, and Debbie Feis; along with 38 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, October 18th at 1:00 pm at Heritage Chapel with inurnment to follow at Spokane Memorial Gardens. KELLY, Donald K. (Age 76) It is with profound grief that we write of the passing of Donald K. Kelly, husband, father, family patriarch, counselor and friend.

A tireless volunteer to many community organizations, commitment to serving touched many individuals. There are no words for us to describe the enormous void he will leave behind in his family, friends, and his community. Surrounded by his loving family, Don passed on Tuesday, October 8th after suffering a stroke some days before. He will be remembered for his unassuming manner, sense of humor, and quiet generosity. dedication to family and friends knew no bounds.

He quietly lead by example and was accepting of everyone, his unwavering commitment to his family and friends inspired many. He leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Diane; and seven children: Dennis (Donna), Darcy (Kathy), Dena (Marc), Dorie (Jerry), Daren (Lisa), Dawn Marie (Mike) and David (Tracy). He was a devoted grandfather to 19 grandchildren. He is survived by his sister, Betty Ann (Art); and brother, Larry (Kathy). He is predeceased by his parents, Albert A.

Jr. and Emmaleta Kelly and three brothers and a sister. Don was raised in Spokane on Sprague Ave. at the site of Kelly Gardens, where his family ran a thriving garden business for some 60 years. He spent his youth working on the truck farm and delivering flowers for the family business.

His schooling took him from St. Grade School to Gonzaga Prep and on to Eastern Washington College. Working through high school and college at local grocery stores, Don would move on to deliver Wonder Bread which would lead to a career in the restaurant business, with the Dazy Drive-in and on to partner with Ed Minor and others to help establish the Drive-Ins. Retiring from the restaurant business 20 years ago, Don spent the rest of his life devoting himself to many local civic and charitable organizations. As a member of The Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes, Don served on the Parish Council and Finance Council and was a Eucharistic Minister to shut-ins.

He was past chapter President of Sera International, former President of Spokane Restaurant past Commander of Spokane Sail and Power Squadron. He also served on the Board of West Central Community Center, was a volunteer driver for Care Services and worked at the Christmas Bureau for over 25 years. Don and Diane were also recipients of the medal. Visitation will be 10am-5pm Wednesday and Thursday at Heritage. A Vigil will be held on Thursday, October 17th at and a Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, October 18th at at Our Lady of Lourdes Cathedral, 1115 West Riverside.

The Kelly family invites you to a reception immediately following the Funeral Mass in the lower level of the church. Entombment will be at at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of donations may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Cathedral or Gonzaga Prep. KNORR, Mildred M. (Age 75) Passed into rest on Thursday, October 10th, 2013.

She is survived by three of her children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mildred Mae Knorr was born to her parents on a cold January 7, 1938. The third of four sisters and two brothers. She grew up and lived her entire life in Spokane, WA, but later enjoyed traveling the world with her husband and family on long cruises to places including Russia and Japan. Meeting him as a young waitress, she married Robert Edward Knorr (deceased) in July of 1957.

They raised a family of four children; two daughters, Pattie and Barbara and two sons, Ronald (deceased) and Harvey. As her children married they blessed her with eighteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren who became the center of her world. Millie helped her husband and family by working at the family business, keeping house for her children and husband, and being an amazing role model for everyone. Following her deployment she became a lifetime member of The Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars post 1474 in Hillyard. With a passionate heart, Millie had a love of collecting dolls, especially when they reminded her of her family.

She enjoyed reading, ceramics, gardening, and even taught herself crochet. She enjoyed meeting people when she worked and rarely found any she like. An easy person to call friend and always ready with a helping hand. Befriending many and disliking few. Funeral services will be held at RIPLINGER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 4305 N.

DIVISION, SPOKANE WA at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 16th. Graveside service will be held following the service at Fairmount Memorial Park with a gathering of friends and family to be held afterwards at 4216 Maringo Dr, Spokane, WA. All are welcome to help us remember Millie. Online guest book available at www.riplingers.com LaTENDRESSE, Gregory Ignatius Passed away October 6, 2013 at the age of 63.

Gregory was born October 7, 1949 in Spokane, WA to Robert James (Sr.) and Gloria La Tendresse. Gregory left behind two sons, Joshua Gordon La Tendresse and Marcus Quincey La Tendresse. He also left behind his mother Gloria and his sisters and brother, Gabriel Cyr, Robert James (Dale) La Tendresse Jr and Chantelle (Al) New along with his nieces and nephews Greg, Angela, Heather, Jessica, Melinda, Andrea, Liza, Danielle and Caleb. Gregory had many talents and hobbies including boxing, fabricating, racing, and ministering to people. Given materials, he could fabricate almost anything, even his own tools.

He was a fanatic about numbers and calculations and he was always prepared in advance making spare components and templates for the parts from folders. Gregory loved racing. One of his experiences was as a boy, he took a 50cc Tohatsu motorcycle and fabricated a 90cc engine into it and took it racing. He quickly found that it was fast in the straight away but could not turn in the corners. From motorcycles he went into stock car racing and then formula car racing.

The pinnacle of his racing career was when the formula ford he and John Fleckenstein fabricated won the 1988 Budweiser Grand Prix of Spokane. Gregory could take other used parts, rebuild them, and then often beat them with their own used parts. Even up to the end of his career Gregory loved speed and rode super bikes. Gregory continuously sought improvement and challenged people to be better in all aspects of life including racing. His love for Christ and commitment to walking with Him was ever evident.

Even during competition, Gregory was always willing to help anyone and share the love of Jesus. Gregory had a sharp wit. If someone asked what he was up to, his famous reply was, 5 foot 8 Memorial services for Gregory will be held at the meeting place of the Church in Spokane, 715 W. Cora, Spokane, WA. 3 PM Sunday, October 13, 2013.

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