Edward Burney Baker
April 16, 2013
Edward Burney Baker, of Issaquah, passed away peacefully in his home Wednesday, April 10, 2013. He was 103 years old.
Ed was born in Seattle on Feb. 17, 1910, to Minnie and Earl Baker. He became the first son of modern special education in 1916 after the Seattle schools refused to accept him and the family moved to the welcoming Issaquah School District. Ed milked cows, raised chickens and sawed firewood on the family farm near Beaver Lake.
Edward Burney Baker
Ed was hard working and loved all things mechanical. He was creative, adventuresome, loved laughter and was a joy to be around. He will be best remembered for his passion for Legos! Ed spent his last 10 birthdays at Legoland, and on his 100th birthday, Legoland honored Ed with a small replica of himself permanently displayed in their farm scene.
Katie Nicole Tinnea
April 16, 2013
Katie Nicole Tinnea, 30, of Snoqualmie, passed away peacefully April 4, 2013, after courageously fighting cancer for two years.
She is survived and will be missed by her husband Ryan, daughter Kennedy, parents Tony and Jocelyn Aldridge, and many extended family members and friends.
Katie Nicole Tinnea
She will be remembered for her love, positivity, grace, energy and humor. Katie was an inspiration to many as a well-respected teacher at Newcastle Elementary School, and as a spokesperson for colon cancer prevention, research and awareness. Her passions included her family, her students, holidays, the Seahawks and shopping!
Claire Calhoun
April 16, 2013
Claire Calhoun, of Issaquah, passed away peacefully at 12:30 a.m. Friday, April 12, 2013, as a result of a lifelong struggle with bone marrow failure.
Claire was two weeks shy of her 8th birthday. She was surrounded by her father Michael, mother Debbie, and older brothers Braeden and Sam.
Claire Calhoun
Claire was easily recognized by her bright, flowing red hair, indomitable spirit and cheerful personality. Everyone who met Claire felt her joy and happiness with the simple things of life.
Nicholas Kelderman
April 16, 2013
Nicholas Kelderman, of Kirkland and formerly of Issaquah, loving husband to Judy, passed away Tuesday, April 9, at home.
He left us too soon, but his love and caring will never be forgotten.
A celebration of Nick’s life will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at Bellevue Presbyterian Church.
Kent Stepaniuk
April 16, 2013
On Saturday, April 13, 2013, Kent Stepaniuk passed away in his sleep after a brief but valiant fight against cancer.
He is survived by his wife and love of his life of 44 years, Gretchen; two sons, Brian and Scott; along with his two beloved grandchildren Mallory and Leland; and his two daughters-in-law, Melissa and Kristin.
Claire Calhoun
April 12, 2013
Claire Calhoun, of Issaquah, passed away peacefully at 12:30 a.m. Friday, April 12, 2013, as a result of a lifelong struggle with bone marrow failure.
Claire was two weeks shy of her 8th birthday. She was surrounded by her father Michael, mother Debbie, and older brothers Braeden and Sam.
Ebert “Bert” Giberson
April 10, 2013
Ebert “Bert” Giberson passed away Monday, April 8, 2013, after nearly six weeks of hospice care, which completed his long and happy life of 97 years.
Services for Bert will be Saturday, April 13: Viewing from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Flintoft’s in Issaquah; 11:00 a.m. graveside service at Upper Hillside Cemetery in Issaquah; 2 p.m. memorial at the Chateau at Valley Center (Renton); or sign the online guest book at www.flintofts.com.
Eric Scott Brolin
April 9, 2013
Eric was born in Los Angeles, Calif., on Nov. 30, 1959, and passed away after a long period of illness on March 30, 2013.
He graduated from Lafayette High School in Williamsburg, Va. He later moved back to California and then to the Seattle area, where he followed various lines of work, including car rental agent, security officer, golf course maintenance and instruction, and flying helicopters.
Eric will be remembered for his love of family and his passion for flying helicopters and playing golf.
Kelly ‘Doc’ Lee Farrell
April 2, 2013
Kelly ‘Doc’ Lee Farrell
Kelly ‘Doc’ Lee Farrell
Feb 22, 1960 — March 5, 2013
Kelly “Doc” Farrell, of Issaquah, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, March 5, 2013, at 53 years of age.
Jess (Jay) Butcher
March 19, 2013
Jess Jack John (Jay) Butcher, of New Auburn, Wis., and formerly of Issaquah, died in his sleep of a heart attack early Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, at the age of 70.
Jess was born Jan. 1, 1943 in Chicago, the first son of Jack R. and Bette M. (Potter) Butcher. Jay was an avid outdoorsman who wanted nothing more than to head out on the next big hunt. He spent hisyouth on Tiger Mountain in Issaquah, and moved to New Auburn in 1959.
Jess (Jay) Butcher
