Bernice B. Driver A Tacoma resident passed away January 13, 2010. She was born in Flynn, Texas on June 21 1924. She is survived by her brother, Jim O. Reed of Spanaway, WA and sister Josie Gardner of Oxnard, CA. Bernice was loved by many and will be missed. Funeral service Fri., Jan 22nd, 1pm, in the Garden Chapel at Mountain View. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home. 253-584-0252. Please sign online guestbook at www.mountainviewtacoma.com.
Robert Andrew Hokenson Passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 in his lifelong home of Tacoma, Washington. He is preceded in death by his parents Roger and Birdie, sisters Mary, Ida and Viola, brother Paul and son-in-law Ed Loughrey. Born on July 27, 1922, Robert attended Lincoln High School where he met the love of his life and wife of 65 years, Virginia Stark. During their earlier years of marriage, Robert served his country in the Navy. When he returned from World War II, Robert became a member of the Tacoma Fire Department. For 26 years he served his community, retiring as Lieutenant of the Tacoma Fireboat in 1973. Once retired, Robert enjoyed two of his great passions — gardening and woodworking. With a world class sense of humor, he could bring a room to tears with his stories and jokes. Family is what made Robert most happy. No man spent as much time caring for his family. Robert is survived by his loving wife Virginia, daughters Susan Loughrey and Wendy Winger (Mike), grandchildren Andy (Megan), Amy (Chris) and Bryan and great-grandchildren Emma, Ainsley, Mason and Kate. Robert also leaves behind his brother Peter, sister Ann and many nieces and nephews he loved very much. Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service in the Aspen Chapel at Mountain View Funeral Home in Lakewood on Saturday, January 23 at 11:00 a.m. A viewing is also scheduled at Mountain View on Friday, January 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Arrangements by Mountain View Funeral Home. 253-584-0252. Please sign online guestbook at www.mountainviewtacoma.com.
Laurie A (Young) Landgrebe born 12/23/48 wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend passed away January 15, 2010. Survived by husband Ted, siblings Lawrence and Darlene; children: Ted, Billie, Lisa, Ken, grandchildren: Melodie, Matt, Josh, Chris, Beth, Maggie, Brenden, numerous nieces, nephews. Please join in celebrating her life Saturday January 23 at 10 am at the Mountain View Valley Chapel, reception to follow. Donations Appreciated. Online memorial at www.mountainviewtacoma.com .
Anita Haddon passed away Sunday, January 17, 2010 after a courageous battle with heart disease and its complications. She was born August 23, 1927 in Anacortes, WA. but spent most of her adult life in Tacoma, WA. She met and married the love of her life, our dad, Howard Haddon on June 21, 1945. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and they had many adventures throughout their life together. Some humorous, some scary but all a part of her long and wonderful life. He preceded her in death by some 27 years, but her love for him never died. She was a dedicated member of F.O.E. Aerie #3, and spent many tireless days and nights working for the betterment of the club. She volunteered her time and energy, and there was nothing she wouldn’t do to help make it a successful club. She is survived by her daughter Glory Truax, son Dan and wife Kathy Haddon, grandchildren Tonya, Nick and Chris and great grandchildren Jordan, Chase, Avery and Natalie. Please help us celebrate her life Saturday, January 23rd at F.O.E. #3, 4810 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA. starting at 5:00 pm. We will miss you, our mother, our grandmother, our friend. Please sign online guestbook at www.mountainviewtacoma.com.