All Obituaries

Craig Ullom was born in Pontiac, Michigan on September 8, 1961 and died at Harborview Hospital in Seattle, Washington on June 17, 2019.  He was a beloved son, father, brother and grandfather.  Remembered always as a great mechanic (the “Boat Doctor”), animal lover, dreamer, tinkerer, fisherman and master story teller.  Craig worked hard and tried valiantly to the end.  He is survived by parents Jean Ullom (Mycol), Joseph Ullom (Lila), daughter Tiffanie Yumang...

Leta Bristol was born on July 5, 1926 in Orangefield, Texas to Emanuel and Palmier Gillette. She was 92 years old. Leta passed away on June 15, 2019 at her home in Renton, Washington. A service will be held on Friday, June 21, 2019 at 10:15 at Tahoma National Cemetery, Kent, WA.

Our beloved Alice Ruth Bentz Meldrum passed away on Friday, May 31, 2019, in Renton, Washington.   Alice was born October 8, 1946, to Franklin D. and Helen Snow Bentz in Vancouver, Washington, just 8 minutes after her twin sister Ann.  Upon graduating high school in Vancouver, Alice made her way to Renton, Washington, and worked for a number of years for Boeing where she met David Meldrum whom she married.  On June 14, they would have celebrated their 50th wedding...

Wilma Lou Wells married 41 years to Spencer Wells whom she met in church. Wilma departed this life on the 27th of May at 9pm. Her departure from this life was peaceful with her husband at her side. Our family is grateful to Providence Hospice of Seattle and Catholic Community Services African American Elders Program for helping Wilma at the end of her life with their assistance we were able to bring her home after an extend stay in the hospital. Pauline Gary, Beulah Wells and Mistey...

William Bennard Dennis was born on March 16, 1947 in Salt Lake City, Utah to William and Elizabeth Dennis. He was 72 years old. William passed away on May 20, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. Ben enlisted in the Marine Corp when he was 17, where he served over 20 years. Ben fought 3 tours in Vietnam and received many medals, including the Military Order of the purple heart. He was a member of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints & VFW Post Renton-NRA. He enjoyed photography and golf. He is...

Oscar Frank Kraus Jr. was born on September 15, 1928 in Queens, New York to Oscar Kraus Sr & Lillian Kraus. He was 90 years old. Oscar passed away on May 18, 2019 at his home in Renton, Washington. Oscar joined the Army straight out of High School where he learned to cook and bake. He once owned his own business in Seattle and Renton and even though he was retired, he would help out his friends by cooking for their businesses. Oscar loved his family, horseracing, traveling and golf. He...

Thomas (Tom) Joseph Madison   We were blessed to learn many valuable lessons from Thomas J Madison during his 74 years, among them: Never discard any old car parts, do the work yourself instead of hiring a professional to do it for you, and don’t spend your money unnecessarily.  Tom passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 14, 2019 at Swedish Hospital in Seattle.  He was a 1962 graduate of Renton High School and graduated from the University of Washington in 1967 where he...

Patricia Ann Funderburg was born on July 1, 1930 in Baker, Oregon to James & Catherine Klepzig. She was 88 years old. Patricia passed away on May 13, 2019 at her home in Renton, Washington. 

Barbara Ann Martinson was born on August 22, 1948 in Starbuck, Minnesota and passed away on May 8, 2019 in Renton, Washington. She was 70 years old. Barbara was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Des Moines, Washington. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, crafts-making Seahawks wreaths, reading and spending time with her dog Lucky. Barbara loved adventures. She was very generous and had a positive spirit. She is survived by her daughter Renee (Wayne) Walker and their dog Odie. Her sisters,...

Ronald Francis Schwehm was born on July 23, 1932 in Renton, Washington to Frank and Ruby Schwehm. He was 86 years old. Ronald passed away on May 8, 2019 at his home in Cle Elum, Washington.