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(Cape Cod Times)
GILMAN, Aaron "Gil", of Brewster, MA, formerly of Provincetown and Long Island, N.Y., passed away at home on Monday, August 25, 2008. As a young man, Gil joined the Navy and served on the submarine USS Clamagore from 1952 to 1954. He remained a lifetime member of the Clamagore Veterans Association, where he served as treasurer for eight years. He was honored in 2000 for his devoted service and now joins those gone before him on eternal patrol. Gil enjoyed a long career as an engineer for Cashin Systems of Long Island, N.Y. He traveled the country and Canada for numerous years before retiring in the 1990s. Gil was the ultimate handyman and loved to tinker around his homes and yards. There was not a problem he could not fix. He found many uses for electrical tape. While summering in Provincetown for more than 40 years, Gil was a member of the Provincetown Yacht Club. He enjoyed racing his sunfish, the Sunanjube (named for his four girls) and win or lose, he had a smile and shared many laughs with friends and comrades at the after-the-race parties. He also enjoyed fishing, boating, and swimming in the water off the family home on Commercial Street in Provincetown. The deck hosted memorable family and friend gatherings that he held near and dear all of his life. He and Kay traveled the world. Their lives together were an adventure filled with moments like enjoying an Oktoberfest in Germany, taking in the sites of the Mediterranean, exploring the countries of Europe, and discovering the wonders of the U.S. They especially enjoyed their last trip together, a 50th wedding anniversary cruise to Hawaii. Gil was especially touched by the site and history present at their visit to Pearl Harbor. Gil and Kay moved to Brewster in 1997. Gil made great friends with those included in his weekly poker group. He had great fun around the green felt table. As his poker buddy, John said, "Never a harsh word is spoken, we just have lots of laughs — if the world, was like our poker group, oh, what a great world we would have!" Gil devoted his last years to caring for his wife, Kay, who suffered a stroke in 2005. He was a simple, stand-up guy who simply loved his wife, family, friends and country beyond measure. He enjoyed simple pleasures like filling his birdhouses for his feathered friends, tending to his tomato plants, and completing the Sunday New York Times crossword puzzle. He had a great dry sense of humor and loved to make his family and friends laugh with a funny pun or a humorous e-mail. Not many like him walk this earth. Gil was the devoted husband of Kathryn (Witherstine) for 53 years; loving and cherished father of Fredrick Hemley (Freya), Susan Joseph (Anthony), Nancy Easley, William Gilman (Donna), and Judith Hoelzer (Steven); beloved Grandpa/Poppi to Kimberly Pisano, Daniel and Nicholas Powers, Helen and Glea Hemley, Kathryn and Mack Easley, Robert and Megan Gilman, and Jayne and Mark Hoelzer; and great-grandfather to Tabitha Townsend. He was predeceased by his daughter, Betsy Hemley. Aaron is also survived by his sister, Dr. Rita Harper (Richard) of Flushing, N.Y., and by three nieces, Bonnie, Robin, and Susan and their families. The family will greet friends and have a memorial service on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, from 4 to 8 p.m., at the Doane, Beale & Ames Funeral Home, Route 134, South Dennis. A private burial will be held in New York. Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, are requested to a charity of one's choice, or to the Clamagore Veterans Association, c/o George Bass, 132 Still House Road, Franklin, NC 28734. Doane, Beal & Ames 508-385-7116
(NWsource)
CHRISTOFFERSON, Lloyd F. "Chris", 91, died August 19 2008. He was born November 24 1916, and graduated from the Univ. of Minn. with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1941. Chris attained the rank of Lt. Cmdr. in the U.S. Navy (Submarine Service, Pacific Theater WWII). Chris & Irene settled in Seattle in 1946. Chris enjoyed a 32 year engineering career, retiring as Chairman and CEO of Bouillon, Christofferson & Schairer. During his career, Chris participated in or directed the mechanical and electrical systems design of many building projects including the Kingdome, Rainier Tower, and numerous projects at Swedish Medical Center and the University of Washington. He was a member of the American Consulting Engineers Council and Consulting Engineers Council of Washington. He was Past President of CECW, and was named Engineer of the Year in 1972. Chris was active in ASHRAE, Seattle Rotary and served on the board of Goodwill. Chris and Irene moved to Whidbey Island in 1995. He will be remembered by his family and friends for his integrity, steadfast principles and generous nature. Chris is survived by Irene, his wife of 64 years, children Erika Sweger, Camille Kariya and Steve Christofferson, and four grandchildren.
(Ottumwa Daily Courier)
RUHNKE, Richard Arthur, 58 of Ottumwa, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2008, at his home.Richard was born and grew up in Stuart, Fla. He was the son of the late Arthur and Virginia Ruhnke who owned and operated the Ruhnke Photo Shop.Richard earned a degree in Earth Science from the University of Florida in 1972. He was in the Navy from 1972-1978 and served aboard a nuclear submarine, the USS Plunger. He then taught Earth Science for several years. He received his master’s degree in Library Science from Florida State University in 1984. He has worked as the Reference Librarian at the Ottumwa Public Library from 1985-2008.Richard loved to travel and had recently taken a trip through the back roads of France. He enjoyed filling his home with treasures from around the world, and had a large collection of hooked wall-hangings created by his mother. Most of all, Richard loved the people he worked with at the library who were like family to him.At the library, Richard was known as “The Information Guy.” He dearly loved dealing with the most perplexing questions people called in. Richard organized several library scavenger hunts over the years that provided participants with great fun as well as fabulous prizes that he donated. For many years, Richard provided pizzas for over 300 children during the Summer Reading Program Carnival. The library staff says Richard was a generous soul with a heart of gold, much loved by his “Library Family.”Richard is survived by two sisters, Sandy Tauber in Republic, Wash. and Judy Fishel (and husband Robert) from Stuart, Fla. He is also survived by his niece, Thamora Fishcel (Jen Mellott) and their son, Aiden of Ithaca, N.Y. and by his nephew, Tony Fishel (Shanna) and their recently born twin sons, Damian and Oren.His body has been cremated and a memorial service will be held. Those wishing to make a donation in Richard’s memory can make a donation to the Ottumwa Public Library. Obituary may be viewed at: www.legacy.com/ottumwacourier/Obituaries.asp
(Racine Journal Times)
DAVIS, Kenneth, 84, of Bristol, WI, died on Friday, August 22, 2008, at Hospitality Manor Nursing and Rehab Center. Born on July 12, 1924, in Wauwatosa, he was the son of the late Ernest and Ethel (nee: Merrill) Davis. On February 5, 1948, he married the love of his life, Doris Bero in Green Bay. They were blessed with 56 years together and four wonderful children. Ken faithfully served our country in the United States Navy during World War II aboard the USS Sea Devil (SS-400). In 1951, Davis Heating Company was founded. Ken took great pride in his commitment to providing excellent service to his many clients. Many times you would see Ken venturing out at all times of the day and night and in all kinds of weather to assist customers with their immediate needs. He owned and operated the company until 1990, when the business was passed down to his sons. Ken was a member of the Danish Brotherhood Lodge #14 in Kenosha, Elk's Lodge #702 of Waukegan, Ill. and the US Submarine Veterans of World War II. He was also a member of the former Elks Lodge #750 in Kenosha and served on the Town of Bristol Planning Commission. For two decades, along with his family, Ken bred and raised Arabian horses on their horse farm, Davis Arabians. They proudly showed their horses throughout the country, winning many local and national championships. Ken had his fishing boat, the Ibn Julep, in the Kenosha Harbor, which was named after his prized Arabian stallion. For many years, Ken was a Charter Captain in the Kenosha Harbor. He also loved to hunt pheasants and was a 1958 Class B State Champion Trap Shooter. Ken was an avid Green Bay Packer fan. Left to carry on Ken's legacy are his three sons, Kenneth Arthur (Paula) Davis of Grandview, Mo., Jeff Ronald (Patricia) Davis of Kansas City, Mo., and Scott Carl (Karen) Davis of Bristol; his daughter, Barbara Jo Madrigrano of Kenosha; two foster children, David Krohn of San Diego, Calif. and Chris Lesko of Denver, Colo.; four brothers, Richard Davis, Burton (Jan) Zielinski, Dennis Zielinski, and Cyril (Debbie) Zielinski; and a sister, Sandra Kotz, all of Kenosha; and five grandchildren, Sarah Elizabeth Davis, Nicole Amber Madrigrano, Carl Kenneth Davis, Caitlin McAllister Davis, and Anna Mae Madrigrano. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Delores. A Memorial service in celebration of Ken's life will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2008, at 3 p.m. at the Piasecki-Althaus Funeral Home. A gathering of relatives and friends will be hosted on Saturday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial remembrances be made to the Shalom Center, 1713 - 62nd Street, Kenosha, Wis. 53143. PIASECKI-ALTHAUS FUNERAL HOME 3720 - 39th Avenue Kenosha 262-658-4101 Online condolences at: www.piasecki-althaus.com
(The State Journal-Register)
SEARCY, Larry C., 57, of Springfield died Monday, August 25, 2008, at the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy. Larry was born June 28, 1951, in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of Earle and Carla Cunningham Searcy. Larry served his country with the U.S. Navy in the Submarine Service during the Vietnam War from February 1970 to February 1974. He then spent 10 years as a Springfield police officer and also worked for the secretary of state for 10 years. In his free time, Larry enjoyed hunting and fishing. Preceding Larry in death were his mother; his grandparents; and two nieces, Stephanie and Stacey Miller. He is survived by his children, Scott (wife, Erika) Searcy of Jacksonville, Fla. and Bridgit (husband, Steve) Melton of Springfield; his father, Earle (wife, Wanda) Searcy of Gordonville, Mo; his granddaughter, Bethany Searcy; his sister, Janalyn (husband, Marcus) Miller of Petersburg; and his twin brother, David (wife, Linda) Searcy of Waverly; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008, at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. Sixth St. A funeral ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008, at the funeral home, with the Rev. Vincent Rohn officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery, where military honors will be provided by the Interveterans Burial Detail of Sangamon County. Memorial contributions can be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 229 N. Fifth St., Springfield, IL 62701. Please visit Larry's online life story at www.butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.
(Grand Rapids Press)
HOLTROP, Carlyle (Casey), 80, of Grand Rapids, departed this life to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 23, 2008. Casey honorably served his country during WWII as a submariner in the U.S. Navy and was a retired building contractor of Holtrop Builders. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Ben and Minnie Holtrop, his sister, Jacqueline Visser and his brother, Lynwood Holtrop. Surviving are his wife, of 58 years, Joyce Holtorp; his daughters, Heidi May, Carrie Griffin; his four grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; his brother-in-law, George (Sharon) Visser; his sister-in-law, Shirley Holtrop; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral and committal services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at Highland Hills Baptist Church, 1415 Northrup N.E. with Rev. David Lamb and Rev. David Ness, Chaplain of Covenant Village of the Great Lakes officiating. Interment will be in Rosedale Memorial Park. Mr. Holtrop reposes at the Heritage Life Story Funeral Home, Van't Hof Chapel, 851 Leonard N.W. where relatives and friends may meet his family Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and at the church Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service. For those who wish, memorial contributions to the Covenant Village of the Great Lakes Benevolent Fund would be appreciated. To read more of Casey's life, share a memory or sign the online register book please visit www.lifestorynet.com Heritage Funeral Home
(Ledger)
GREENE, Sr., Donald F., 72, passed away unexpectedly on August 18, 2008 due to an aneurysm. He was born on September 18, 1935, in Bangor Maine, to Geneva and Arleigh Greene. Don left Bangor to join the US Navy and proudly served as a submariner and Chief Petty Officer for 20 years. Upon retirement from the Navy, Don brought his young family back to Bangor and worked for the State of Maine as the Director of the Bangor Pre-Release Center until his retirement. Don left Maine to enjoy golfing and sunshine in Florida 15 years ago. "Papa" will be lovingly remembered for his love of family, golfing, traveling, playing cards with friends and enjoying the simple pleasures in life. He was happiest when off on his next road trip adventure with his devoted wife of 49 years. Don was predeceased by his granddaughter, Rachel Jacob, in 2002. Don is survived by his wife, Toni Greene of Haines City, Florida; son, Arleigh and wife Sharon, of Hampton Falls, NH, and children, Kelsey, Julie and Austin; son, Donald Jr. and children, Kyle and Kayla; daughter Amy Jacob and husband Kaleb of NH, and children Raegan and Grant. A simple graveside service will be held for him at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Bangor, Maine on Friday, August 29th at 11:00. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Give the Kids the World, where he volunteered his services, in memory of Donald F. Greene Sr, GKTW, 210 South Boss Road, Kissimmee, FL 34746.
(Post-Tribune)
MIKULICH, John, 85, Merrillville, Indiana, passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2008. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as a Submariner, earning a Combat Insignia with 3 gold stars. He retired from Inland Steel Company with 35 years of service. He belonged to U.S.W. #1010. He was a member of C.F.U. Lodge #170. Preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Mary Mikulich; 3 sisters, Eva (Bill) Burches, Kathryn Keilman, Angeline Fernandez; brother, Mike Mikulich. Survived by his loving wife, Violet; son, Mike (Lisa) Mikulich of Heron; sister, Helen Greenlee of Merrillville; brother, George (Helen) Mikulich of Crown Point; 2 grandchildren, Laura and Mike Mikulich; brother-in-law, Joseph Keilman of Merrillville; several nieces. John was cremated at his request. There will be a committal service at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Calumet Park Cemetery. Friends may assemble at the front office on Thursday. Rendina Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Obit Messenger results for 08/26/08.
