Donald Cella

Donald Eugene “Don” Cella was born July 1, 1927 and died August 21, 2009.  A lifelong Washington State resident, he was born and raised in Seattle, lived at the time of his death and for many years previous in Sammamish/Issaquah, and died in Kirkland. For over 50 years of his life he was the owner and operator of Washington Landscape, and in that role was responsible for landscaping many prominent local properties. He is survived by Marlene, his wife of 45 years, and his daughter Amy.

Fiercely independent, he was proud to be his own boss.  He loved life, his family, nature and beauty in all its forms.  He never held a grudge.

Having served in both the Army Air Corp and Navy during WWII, Don’s remains were interred at Tahoma National Cemetery on August 28, 2009.  He will be missed deeply.  Donations in his name may be sent, in lieu of flowers, to Evergreen Healthcare Foundation (MS-5), Hospice Services, 12040 NE 128th Street, Kirkland, WA, 98034.

William Walker

William C. (Caleb) Walker, III

Bill passed away at home in Redmond, WA on August 21, 2009. He was born on September 16, 1943 at Ft. Benning, GA.

Bill’s family moved to Minnesota in the 1950’s where they found their mutual love of boating on Lake Minnetonka. He built his first sailboat when he was 16, and never lost his passion for sailboats, trading up for bigger and faster ones.

His class graduated early from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point NY in time to sail to Viet Nam in February 1967 (to deliver rice). He sailed around the world 4 ½ times using celestial navigation.

He began his career in the marine insurance industry after returning to shore. He lived in Los Angeles until he joined an insurance company in Seattle. Bill later went into business for himself, managing three companies until the collapse of the Russian economy. He joined Commonwealth Insurance Company in 2002 as Senior V.P. and created the marine insurance division. He retired in 2004, following a debilitating stroke.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara (his soul mate and high school sweetheart), son John W. (Kim) Walker and granddaughters Katelyn and Sarah Walker of Los Angeles, CA and beloved cats Jack and Spike. He was predeceased by his parents William C. Walker, II and Miriam (Mim) Walker.

We would like to thank the members of the Redmond Fire, EMS and Medic One who have consistently provided prompt, compassionate care since September 2004, especially last Friday. We would also like to thank the Redmond Police Department and Chaplain for helping Barbara get through last Friday morning as well, as well as Barbara’s good friends at Physio-Control.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations (checks only) on his behalf to either:

Redmond Aid Car Fund, c/o Debbie Gentry, 8450 161^st Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052 (established in the 1980’s for donations to enable the department to purchase specialized EMS equipment to improve delivery of emergency services to our community).

Redmond Firefighters’ Benevolent Fund, P. O. Box 2493, Redmond, WA 98073 (established by the local firefighters’ union to allow donated funds to help them reach out to needy members of our community during some very difficult times that they may be experiencing).

You are invited to a “Celebration of Life” Friday, October 2, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church, 17440 Brookside Boulevard NE, Lake Forest Park, WA.

Lewis Pappas

Louie was born Dec 2, 1924 to William and Jenny Pappas. He died Aug 16, 2009 in Renton where he was a lifetime resident. He worked as a custom furniture upholsterer. His interests and hobbies were many and included building WWI airplane models, model railroading, puppet making, miniature dollhouse building and woodcarving. He was a PFC in the 401st Bomb Group in England during WWII. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Gus and Ted and sister Mary Paulson. He leaves Vivian, his wife of 62 years; children Vicki (& Norm) Miskin, Steve Pappas, Lora (& Joe) Shannon, Sandy Frank, Linda (& Gary) Stallman and Lonnie Pappas. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grand children; 1 great-great grandson; his brother Sam; sister Olympia; and 10 nieces and nephews. There will be private interment at Tahoma National Cemetery.

Norman D. Hopper

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ROBERT LONE

ROBERT C. (BOB) LONE
Bob was born at 8:12 PM at St. Luke’s Hospital in Seattle, Washington on October 21, 1940. He passed away at age 68 at 12.50 AM on August 12, 2009 at Evergreen Hospice in Kirkland, Washington after a yearlong battle with cancer.  He was raised in the Seattle area, except for the period of 1948 to 1953 when the family resided in Richland, Washington. After returning to Seattle, his family, along with relatives and friends, became very involved in boating.  Many weekends were spent on the waters of Puget Sound crabbing, clamming and salmon fishing.
Bob graduated from Ballard High School in 1959 and that November he enlisted in the Navy for a four year period. While in the service, he received training in electronics. He was then stationed on the USS Kitty Hawk aircraft carrier where he performed elevator maintenance and related electronic duties.  His duty took him to places such as Brazil, Chile, Peru, The Philippines, Hong Kong and Japan.  Bob returned home from the service in November of 1963.  
After his first niece was born, Bob became known as “Uncle Bob” to all who knew him well for the remainder of his life.   After a brief respite from the service, he worked in the grocery business.  In February of 1967, his career in telephone communications began.  His duties included installation services, acting supervisor of training, supervising course development for Washington and Oregon, and supervising the Test Center in Renton.  He finished his career as a cable foreman.  Bob retired from US West in the spring of 1991 at age 50.
During Bob’s 24-year career with the phone company, he was an avid salmon fisherman.  He spent many weekends fishing at Point No Point Resort in Hansville, Washington.  He would also make numerous trips to Sekiu (on the Strait of Juan de Fuca) fishing with many friends and relatives, including his brother Doug.   In 1973, he became active in the Poggie Club.  This club was established in 1932 and consisted of sports fishermen dedicated to providing charitable services.  During his 25 year tenure with this organization, Bob proudly served two years as President of the Seattle Chapter.
Bob’s marriages did not last. He moved to Point No Point Resort on a full-time basis once he retired in 1991.  He lived there until he was diagnosed with cancer in the late summer of 2008.  Initially he fished almost every day that the weather allowed.  In one year alone, he recorded 270 salmon caught.  Bob ate very little fish, so family and friends were always happy when he had a good outing.  In the mid-1990s, he began expanding his fishing destinations.  There were trips to Tillamook, Oregon and to Cape Muzon near Ketchikan, Alaska.   His favorite trips of all were his annual trek to Sitka, Alaska.  These Sitka trips started in 1995 and continued every year through 2008.   Bob had two lifelong beloved fishing buddies who joined him on most of his fishing excursions throughout the years.  They were Terry Skinner, who preceded him in death in 2008, and his cousin Jim Lone, who survives him.  Bob loved to socialize and made many cherished friends at the “Point” over the years.
Bob’s other passions during retirement were feeding and watching birds from his home, which was a 33’ travel trailer.  He also read and educated himself thoroughly on US History, starting with the discovery of America.  He developed a profound knowledge of this subject and was able to discuss any aspect at a moment’s notice.  He said he had completed reading over 2,000 books relating to this subject alone.  He was particularly interested in all of the US wars and conflicts.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Donald M. Lone and Doris E. Lone.  Uncle Bob is survived by his loving family; brother Doug and sister-in-law Adele; his adored nieces; Lori, Lisa, & Kristina; two great-nieces, Nicole and Natalie; two great-nephews, Daniel and Connor, and three cousins.  His extended family and many friends will also miss him greatly.  Bob chose to be cremated with his ashes to be spread on the waters at Point No Point.  The family wishes to thank the staffs at Cascade Cancer Center, Aegis Assisted Living and Evergreen Hospice for their compassion and loving care during the final stages of his life.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob’s name to Evergreen Hospice, 12822 – 124th Lane NE, Kirkland, WA  98034, where a Memorial will be held on August 27, 2009 at 2:00 PM.  Please post your memories of Bob on this website. Thank you.

David Ralph Luke

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Karen Louise Goldstein

On August 3rd, 2009, Karen Louise Goldstein passed away in Kirkland, WA. She was a New
Year’s baby, born January 1st, 1967 to proud parents Gloria and Roy Schulz and siblings
Bill, Ron and Diane. Karen attended Juanita High school and went to Germany as an exchange
student in her junior year. Karen graduated from the University of Washington and Seattle
Pacific University. While at the UW, Karen enjoyed being a member of ZTA sorority. She
went on to work in the medical profession. She loved her job at Evergreen Hospital and
inspired all whom she worked with. Karen recently celebrated her 13th wedding anniversary
to her beloved husband Tim. They shared a passion for travel and experienced the world
more than many dream possible. They were blessed with the birth of their beautiful
daughter Nicole eight years ago, the love of her life. Karen was loved by so many and will
be missed by so many. She is an angel now in heaven, at peace, without pain.

The Karen Schulz Goldstein Memorial Lecture Fund has been established to endow an annual lecture series in Karen’s honor in recognition of her career and dedication to promoting diabetes education.  Karen was an active member of the Washington Association of Diabetes Educators (WADE) and the Diabetes Care and Education Practice Group.  The promotion of diabetes care and education were very important to Karen.  This annual lecture series will ensure that Karen’s passion for the promotion of diabetes care and education will continue and be available to others who share her passion.

If you are interested in donating to this Fund, you can make a check to WADE which is a not-for-profit organization.  If you write “Karen” in the memo line, your donation will be directed to this Fund.  All donations are tax deductible.

Rosella F. Craig

Rosella Craig

Rosella F. Craig, 94, longtime resident of Bellevue, WA passed away peacefully at her home on July 31st.  She was born on March 2, 1915, the youngest of eleven children.  She grew up in Hand Country, SD, graduated from Redfield High School in 1933, and married Roland J. Craig February 7, 1934.  They made their home in Tulare, SD prior to moving to Kennebec, SD in 1942.  They relocated to Bellevue, WA in 1955, where she lived until her death.

Rosella and Roland have five sons: Bill, Jim, Pat, Mike and Kevin; and four daughters: Carmen Miller, Mary Kerb, Fatima Craig and Karla Kinsella.  She was preceded in death by her husband Roland, son Patrick, and granddaughter LeAnn.  Although primarily a mother and homemaker, Rosie worked at Newberry’s and Fredrick and Nelson.  She volunteered at Residence East, a group home for the mentally challenged in Bellevue, for more than a decade.  She was nominated for Bellevue Citizen of the Year in 1984. She cared for many children and also many elderly people–most younger than herself.

In her younger years she was very athletic and enjoyed softball and horseshoes.  She loved children, bowling, Bingo, crafts and parties.

She was “Grandma Rosie” to many, including 21 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, and 10 great-great grandchildren.

She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.