Obituaries: Feb. 22, 2018

Dale Bushnell, longtime St. John resident, passed away February 12, 2018, surrounded by his loving family at The Community Pride in St. John. He was 88.

Dale was born October 2, 1929 in Deer Park, Washington, to Walter and Ruby (Hillard) Bushnell. He grew up in the Deer Park area where he attended elementary school in a one-room schoolhouse at the end of their lane. His father was the teacher there. He attended Deer Park High School where he participated in football and boxing. After high school, he attended Gonzaga University for two years on a boxing scholarship. His coach was Joey August.

On Christmas Day 1949 he married the love of his life, Marian Dee Riddle. For a short time they made their home on Peone Prairie. Then in 1950, during one of the coldest winters on record, they moved to St. John for a job with Inland Power & Light where he worked for the next 37 years. He loved his job and often said he couldn’t understand people who hated to go to work on Mondays. He claimed he couldn’t wait to get to work on Monday mornings. Like all the linemen of his era, he was a tough old dog. He did love to work.

Dale was also very dedicated to his community. He served as a volunteer with the St. John Fire Department, spent several years on the St. John School Board, and was a Scoutmaster during the 1950’s. He belonged to the Methodist Church, was a longtime member of the Grange and bowled for many years in Rosalia on the Cold Storage team from St. John. He usually kept busy with a remodel project or two going on as well, whether it was in the family home, a house he had purchased to improve and re-sell, or the cabin on the Pend O’Reille river he purchased after retiring that he and Marian completely remodeled.

Life wasn’t all just work though; he enjoyed fishing, having an occasional beer at the Rialto Tavern in town with friends, summer vacations at Priest Lake and the regular “gaming” trips they made to nearby casinos. After retirement, Dale and Marian enjoyed trips around the Western United States which

usually included a stop or two somewhere in Nevada.

Dale will be missed by many in the community, but especially by his loving wife of 68 years, Marian; his daughters, Callie (Randy) Moore, Carrie Colyar, Candy (Dick) Behrens; and by his son, Bruce Bushnell; eight grandchildren and; fourteen great-grandchildren with three more on the way. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Warren and Vernon and, by a sister and brother-in-law, Leroy and Nellie Russell. Dale’s family would like to thank all those at Community Pride for the wonderful and loving care they have shown and given to Dale over the last eight months.

A memorial service for Dale will be Saturday, February 24th at 11:00 a.m., at the St. John Community Building. Private family graveside service will be in the St. John Cemetery. Viewing will be Wednesday from 2-5 p.m. and Thursday and Friday 9 to 5 at Bruning Funeral Home in Colfax.

The family suggests memorial gifts be made to the St. John Fire Department or to the St. John United Methodist Church. On-line guest book is at http://www.bruningfuneralhome.com. Bruning Funeral Home of Colfax is caring for the family.

Karen Hayes, lifelong St. John area resident, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2018 in St. John. She was 83.

Alix, as she was named after her father, Karen Hayes was born April 5, 1934, the oldest of three children, born to Alex and Myrtle (Lockhart) Schneidmiller. She grew up in the town of St. John, but loved spending time at her grandparents’ home where she often spent time riding horses on the mail route with her grandfather, Peck Lockhart. Karen graduated from St. John High School in 1952 and then attended Eastern Washington University for a time. She worked in Spokane as a secretary.

Karen walked down the aisle three times in her life, all with the same man, 8th grade graduation, high school graduation and marriage.

She married the love of her life, Ed Hayes, in St. John on November 26, 1955.

They briefly lived in California where he was attending Cal-Poly before returning to St. John and farming with his dad.

Ed and Karen began their own cattle ranch around 1960 just south of Ewan along Cherry Creek.

They worked and ranched together their entire married lives, raising cows, horses and even a race horse or two.

You rarely met just one when the other wasn’t by their side.

Bull sales, horse sales, auction sales, cattle sales they considered these to be “mini-vacations.”

Work was her play and Karen was a hard worker. She was a wife and mother first and she loved

taking care of her family.

She often cooked for the ranch hands, her family and others.

She loved family dinners or holiday meals when the house was full of people; the fuller the better for Karen.

Her family was very active in rodeo and it was Karen behind the scenes making sure lunches were packed, the camper was stocked and everyone was ready to go on time.

She loved to ride horses, always raised a large vegetable garden and tended to her many beautiful flower gardens.

Karen liked to make floral arrangements and she loved trees.

She and Ed planted lots of trees around their property.

Since 1959, she was a member of the Eaton-Wheatland Grange, she belonged to the St. John garden club, the Washington Cattlemen’s

Association and the AQHA (American Quarter Horse Assn.)

Karen will be missed by many in the community, but especially by her husband of 62 years, Ed; their two children, John Edward Hayes of Kingman, Ariz., and Kathy (Randy) Schmick of Endicott; three grandchildren, Cherie Schmick, Samantha Melcher, and Shawn Schmick; and her two brothers, Lynn (Patti) Schneidmiller of Scottsdale, Ariz., and Lance Schneidmiller of Spokane. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services will be held Friday, February 23 at 10:00 a.m. at the St. John United Methodist Church with burial following in the St. John Cemetery.

The family suggests memorial gifts be made to the St. John Fire Dept./EMS. On-line guest book is at http://www.bruningfuneralhome.com. Bruning Funeral Home of Colfax is caring for the family.

The Final Whistle

Ray Hobbs passed away Friday, February 9, 2018, at Regency Pullman. Born Raymond H. Hobbs on April 11, 1929, in Acme, Wyoming, he was the first child and only son of Raymond and Frances Hobbs. Ray joins his parents and sister, Ella along with wife, Josie in eternal peace. He is survived by his three children, Jody, John (Liz), and Wesley (Stephanie); six grandchildren, Brian, Michael, Amy, John Wesley, Austin and Molly; and six great-grandchildren.

In 1945, Ray crowned his high school sweetheart, Josie as Homecoming Football Queen. They were grand Marshalls for the senior prom. They were married August 20, 1948 in Coulee Dam, Washington.

Ray graduated high school from Sheridan High School in Sheridan, Wyoming. His junior year his parents moved to Coulee Dam, Washington for a job opportunity. Ray stayed in Sheridan and lived with his high school football coach to be able to play high school sports. His summer jobs were working on a family ranch and also working on Grand Coulee Dam. He was a four year letterman in football, basketball and track and received the “Outstanding Player of the Year” award after his Sheridan High School Broncs won the state football championship.

In 1947, Ray was recruited to play football by Washington State College and his position was fullback and kicking the extra points after touchdowns. Ray played against the likes of USC Trojans, Frank Gifford and Washington Huskies, Hugh McElhenny from the golden age of college football.

After graduating from WSC, Ray had several offers to play professional football, but chose to coach football at Pullman High School. Coaching football was always his dream. Hobbs taught physical education and coached football at Pullman for 34 years before retiring after the 1985 season. At the time of his

retirement, Hobbs was the fourth winningest coach in Washington high school football with a 188-104-8 record, including a three year streak of undefeated teams. He also coached for a two year period at Davis High School in Yakima, Washington, but Pullman was his love. Hobbs was the PHS basketball coach for 17 years and later became the athletic director and activities coordinator. There were times when he would coach vacant coaching positions such as track and golf. Hobbs was named Inland Empire Coach of the Year in 1979 and was a member of the Washington State Coaches Hall of Fame.

Ray was well respected in the coaching community throughout the Inland Empire and the entire state of Washington. It was not uncommon for opposing coaches and players to visit him during the off-season.

He came out of retirement to assist the Lewiston High School Bengals as the defensive coach for two years and then had a successful stint coaching 8-man football for the Colton Wildcats. While at these two stops Ray acquired more friendships. After his second retirement Ray helped his son, Wes, coach at North Central High School in Spokane.

It was the Hobbs philosophy that whatever you do in life deserves all you’ve got. “If you give it 110 percent, that’s all anyone can ask.” Three of his former players went on to play professional football. He commanded respect from every player. He always wanted to win the game, but the player was always more important than the win.

Famous for his crew cut hair style, one PHS football game listed only one injury. It was Coach Hobbs getting a little too excited on the sideline kicking a yard line marker. The football field at Pullman High School is now Hobbs Field.

Hobbs was always appreciative of the many teachers, coaches and administrators that supported him. He was a true gentleman and would do anything to help others in need. An avid outdoorsman, during the off-season Ray loved to spend time in the canyons in his native Wyoming or in the wilderness in Northern Idaho camping, hunting or fishing.

The family will gather for a private graveside service at Pullman Cemetery. A celebration of life is planned for Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the New Pullman High School Gymnasium. Attendees are encouraged to wear Blue and Grey.

The Hobbs family is forever grateful for the continued support and love provided for Ray by Friends, Regency Pullman and Hospice.

Ray wanted to let all the honyocks out there know that he and Josie sure appreciated all the friends they have made since coming to Pullman in 1948.

Memorials may be made in Ray and Josie’s name to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, Washington, directing funds to be used for breast cancer research.

Nick Kincaid was born April 1, 1944, to Kenneth and Christina Kincaid in Colfax, Wash., where he attended school making many lifelong friends and excelling in sports.

The Kincaid family had a strong work ethic which Nick took hold of and never let up, starting at a young age at Uncle and Aunt Day’s dairy farm.

Nick then went on to work at Les Schwab for 14 years where he grew a passion for the tire industry.

He then went on to own A1 Tire Shop in Pasco, Wash., for another 23 years with his son, Jeff at his side for part of that time.

Again, making many more lifelong friends along the way.

Nick then went on to be a manufacturer’s sales rep for irrigation products which was right up his alley because of his love of meeting new people.

Nick eventually started his own manufacturer’s rep business, RN Sales, with his wife, Retha and they opened a local warehouse in Kennewick, Wash., for his long-time customers.

Nick always took care of his customers first and foremost, he was a trusted sales rep and friend to everyone. Nick also owned and operated a lighting business with many customers. Nick serviced both inside and outside lights along with parking lot lights. He was always the perfectionist, cleaning as he went and going that extra mile. Nick's good friend, Dave Barajas was instrumental in helping with the lighting business. Nick and Retha finally sold the warehouse and closed the lighting

business to retire.

Nick had several hobbies and interests.

He enjoyed fishing over the years and he won many bass tournaments.

He and Retha enjoyed riding their motorcycle to surrounding states and several times to Canada.

Most of all Nick treasured the game of golf.

Nick would travel to any golf course he could if it was reasonable and he would not be away from the love of his life Retha for too long.

Nick enjoyed golfing with his grandkids and son-in-law, Arlond in North Bend, Wash.

His golf partners were his close friends including brother-in-law, Dwayne Widener of Kennewick and stepson, Bob Everett of East Wenatchee, Wash.

Some days it was just Nick and Retha, he would practice his game and she would enjoy the beauty of the course.

In 2009, Nick and Retha started dipping their toes into Yuma, Arizona, winters, where after retirement, they would stay from November to April.

Nick enjoyed making many more friends and playing much more golf as well as spending more treasured time with his snowbird brother Jerry.

Nick really enjoyed his family and loved spending time with them between Western Washington, East Wenatchee and the Tri Cities. Nick was always a prankster and his birthday being April 1st made total sense! December 23rd, Nick and Retha celebrated 18 years of marriage, holding hands all the way. As Nick would say of all this fuss about him, “What’s this have to do with golf?” You made it to the 18th green, Babe and it looks like an eagle! Always and Forever.

Nick is survived by his love and best friend, Retha; his children, Terri Diteman (Arlond), Jeff Kincaid (Mandi), Kelly Kincaid (Va), Brian Kincaid (Holly); along with their mother, Lolly Gatlin; daughter, Madison Kincaid; Retha’s son, Bob Everett (Shelly); 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; and brother, Jerry Kincaid (Donna) all of whom he loved so very much and was so very proud.

The family would like to thank the local doctors and medical staff that have cared for Nick over the years as well as the entire neurology staff at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, who not only respected and took such good care of Nick, but his grieving family as well. There was no end to their care of us.

Services will be held March 3, 2018 at 2 p.m. at Highland Grange Hall, 1500 S Union St,

Kennewick, WA 99338

Tawana Jo Kuney It is with sorrow and relief that Jo has left the bonds of Alzheimers and gone on to be with her parents, John and Elpha Yadon; brothers, Leo and Verl Yadon; sister, Juanita Watts and; great-grandson, Sam Thompson.

She is survived by her children, Fred (Linda) Kiser of Oklahoma, Carolyn Haner of Washington, Gary (Nancy) Kuney; siblings, Gwen (Jackie) Yadon of California, Janice Bush of Alaska, Sue (Skip) Pacquette of California and, Mary Ann (Mel) Hitzke of Washington. She is also survived by five grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Jo was born March 29, 1927 in Seminole, Oklahoma. She and her family moved to California at the end of World War II. She attended school in Gridley, California. While working at a local market, she met her future husband, Loren Kuney. Loren and Jo moved to Southern California. They moved back to Gridley in 1948.

In the early years of her marriage, Jo took in ironing and worked for a local laundry. She then went on to work at Mildred’s Dress Studio, Clarice Oakes Fashions and later for Robinson Construction as an accounts payable clerk. Jo was a Bluebird and Camp Fire leader. She always made sure that her girls went on fun adventures including trips to Sacramento, San Francisco and camping at Lake Madrone. Jo was an avid reader and book collector. She loved camping and family reunions.

After retirement, Jo spent some time in Oregon to be closer to her sister. She then moved to Mt. Vernon, Washington, and then to Colfax, Washington. She loved spending time with her granddaughters, Lisa and Sondra; and great-grandsons, Trenten, Troy, Sam and Tyler. She had a kind heart and loving spirit. She will be missed.

No formal services are planned and the family suggests memorial gifts be made to a charity of your choice. Bruning Funeral Home of Colfax is caring for the family. http://www.bruningfuneralhome.com

Funeral services for Lois M. Rose, 87, a resident of Potlatch, Idaho, will be Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, at 1 p.m. at the Grace Community Church in Potlatch with the Rev. Larry Veith officiating. Burial will follow at the Rock Creek Cemetery. A dinner at Grace Community Church will follow.

Mrs. Rose died Feb. 9, 2018, at Gritman Medical Center in Moscow.

Born July 9, 1930, at Midvale, Idaho, to James and Emma Hunt Kilborn, she attended schools in southern Idaho and graduated from Council High School in 1947.

She married Fred Rose March 29, 1949, at Payette, Idaho, and the couple lived in Boise, Old Meadows and Stibnite, Idaho, where he logged and worked in the mining towns. They moved to Potlatch in 1952 where they raised their four children. In 1963 the Rose family moved to their current home on Rock Creek.

The couple worked together at the University of Idaho for six years after the Potlatch mill closed down. They retired in 1989 and spent years enjoying square dancing and traveling before he died in 1992.

She was an active member of the Grace Community Church, the Palouse Prominators and the Idaho Road Runners. She volunteered with the Potlatch Food Bank, senior meals and as a teacher’s aide at the Potlatch Elementary. She loved square dancing, traveling and the outdoors.

Survivors include, a son, Dan Rose (Brenda), Lewiston, Idaho; daughters, Sandy Woolverton, Potlatch, and Debi Dorsey (Earl) Moscow; sisters, Verna Peterson, Weiser, Idaho; Rachel Johnson, Fruitland, Idaho, and Ruth Bolopue, New Meadows, Idaho; nine grandchildren, and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Rose, and great-grandson, Brayden Woolverton.

Memorials are suggested to the Potlatch Ambulance Fund, Box 63, Potlatch, ID., 83855 or to the Grace Community Church, Box 306, Potlatch, 83855. http://www.kramercares.com

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Marcus Gregory Spiro. He was fatally hit by a car and passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2018 in Garland, Texas. Our beloved son, brother,

grandson, nephew and friend.

Marcus was born May 27, 1995 in Bellevue, Washington, to Robert and Dianne Spiro. He attended Eastlake High School and also attended Eastside Academy. He continued his education for a short time at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Marcus was extremely passionate about basketball, skiing, football, lacrosse, his friends and family, and the art of rap. He loved spending time on his grandparent’s farm in Eastern Washington.

Marcus is survived by his parents, Robert and Dianne of Sammamish, Washington; his sister, Kira. He also leaves his maternal grandparents, Durand and Roberta Cox, of Hay, Washington; and his paternal grandparents, Alan and the late Harriet Spiro of Ontario, Canada.

A celebration of his life will be held on February 24, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. at Timberlake Church at the

Redmond Campus –4505 236th Ave. N.E., Redmond, WA 98053. The service will be live streamed from Timberlakechurch.com.

LaRena Marie Haggerty White (81), passed away peacefully on February 14, 2018 at the Royal Park Health & Rehabilitation Center in Spokane, Wash., with her husband at her side.

She was born to Robert R. and Winnifred Haggerty on March 28, 1936 in Lind, Washington. LaRena

attended Lind Elementary and graduated in 1954 from Lind High School. Her avid love of horses lead to her being crowned the Lind Rodeo Queen in 1952.

After graduating high school, she attended Eastern Washington University where she met the love of her life, Louis Morgan White. They married on June 10, 1955. Shortly thereafter they moved to Georgia where Louis completed his army training before being shipped to Korea. While her husband was serving our country, LaRena moved back to her hometown of Lind with her family.

When Louis and LaRena were reunited they moved to Louis’s family wheat and cattle ranch in St. John, Washington. They raised registered red angus cattle and made many trips to Texas to show their prize animals. LaRena was active in all avenues of their ranch life from her homemade pies to saddling a horse to help gather cattle or assisting her husband in the wheat fields.

LaRena was active in the St. John Community. A member of Eastern Star/Rainbow and for many years, secretary of the St. John Community Fair. She was also an avid member in the Whitman County and Washington State Cowbells. Louis and LaRena enjoyed their WSU basketball and the St. John community sporting events.

She is survived by her husband of 62 1/2 years, Louis M. White; two daughters, Louann Marie White-Paupst (George Paupst), and Renae Robin White (Paul Lubbesmeyer); one sister, Barbara Haggerty Hertinsein.

Viewing will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 26th, at Bruning Funeral Home in Colfax, WA. Graveside services will be held at Bethel Cemetery in Steptoe, WA at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2018. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. at the Saint John United Methodist Church in Saint John, WA.

In lieu of flowers for LaRena, make contributions to; St. John Community Building, St. John School Foundation and St. John Fire Department. Bruning Funeral Home of Colfax, WA is caring for the family. Online condolences may be sent to http://www.bruningfuneralhome.com