Mrs. Hazel Cooke, wife of Jay Cooke of Colockum, passed away on March 13 in Spokane due to peritonitis resulting from an entopic pregnancy. She had been in ill health for some time and was in Spokane with her mother, Mrs. Margaret Perry, seeking treatment. Her body will be transported to Wenatchee on Friday for funeral arrangements to be made subsequently.
Carrie E. Bennett, aged 87, passed away on May 4, 2004, at Wallowa Memorial Hospital. A native of Wenatchee, she married Clyde Bennett in 1934 and spent her life as a devoted homemaker. Known for her independence and sense of humor, she maintained her home for 62 years. Carrie was actively involved in her church and enjoyed gardening, sewing, and visiting family. She is survived by her four children, numerous grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Services were held on May 7 at the Wallowa Church of Christ.
Gerald Elroy Spencer, 97, passed away on July 27, 1998, at his Los Osos home. Born on December 31, 1901, in La Grande, Oregon, he was raised by his aunt after his mother’s death. A musician throughout his life, he played in bands during high school and college. Spencer built a successful career in retail, owning a ladies’ shoe business for 32 years. He retired to California in 1968, remaining active in community and church activities. He is survived by his wife, Zelpha, and family.
Garrett Capper Tewinkel, age 90, passed away on November 18, 1999, at Parkside Care Center in Wenatchee, where he had resided for six years. Previously, he lived in LaGrande, Oregon, and had a career as a retired government civil engineer and photogrammetrist. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, a brother, Maurice, and a sister, May. Following his wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements were handled by Telfords Chapel of the Valley, East Wenatchee.
Wilbur Paul Landers, aged 96, passed away on October 15 in Wenatchee, Washington. His funeral will be held at the LDS Church in Island City, with viewings scheduled at Loveland Funeral Chapel. Landers was born on August 21, 1910, in Missouri and moved to Oregon as an infant. He retired from Union Pacific Railroad after 37 years and was a passionate hiker and active church member. He is survived by his wife, three children, a sister, 12 grandchildren, and 28 great-grandchildren.
Phaedra Dune Baxter, 62, of La Grande, passed away on October 26. Born Pamela Bernice Bishop in Vancouver, Canada, she was a passionate advocate for drama and community service. Phaedra’s life was marked by adventure, including overseas living and a career in advertising. She married David Baxter in 1988 and ran a bed and breakfast in Juneau, Alaska, while embracing her love for cooking and art. Known for her kindness and spirited nature, Phaedra leaves behind her husband and two sons. Memorial contributions can be made to the Blue Mountain Humane Association.
Elizabeth Ward Fix, 76, a longtime Graham resident, passed away on September 7, 1984. A retired school teacher, she taught at local junior and high schools. Originally from Wenatchee, she is survived by her husband, three daughters, a son, two brothers, a sister, seven grandchildren, and a great-grandchild. Powers Funeral Home in Puyallup is handling the arrangements.
Henry Daniel Cooke, aged 69, passed away at his home in the Fairview district on July 2, 1951. A lifelong resident of Kittitas Valley, he farmed the Cooke property for 16 years. Born on December 4, 1881, he was the son of Edward Ward Cooke and a descendant of local pioneers. Cooke is survived by his wife Cora and several siblings. His funeral will be held on July 6, with burial at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery.
E. N. Cooke, a pioneer of the Kittitas Valley, passed away on November 16, 1925, at his son Claude’s home in Entiat. Born in Oregon in 1854, he settled in the valley in 1870 and later moved to Colockum to engage in the fruit industry. He is survived by his wife, four sons, two brothers, and two sisters. Cooke had lived in the area for 55 years before his death. He will be interred in Wenatchee.
Glenn C. Charlton, a resident of Kittitas Valley, passed away on July 2, 1961, at age 60. Born on August 13, 1900, in Ellensburg, he graduated from Washington State College School of Agriculture in 1926. Charlton served 29 years with the Forest Service across various national forests, retiring nine years before his death. He married Naomi H. McCoy in 1930 and was a member of the Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, a son, and several siblings. Funeral services will be held on July 5.
Chester Lee Yocom, born on December 31, 1892, in Ellensburg, Washington, passed away on November 1, 1974, in Seattle at age 81. He had a long career as a farmer near Wenatchee and served in the U.S. Army during World War I. After moving to Alderwood Manor and later Edmonds, he ran his own ranch until 1948, when he married Dorothy Zoellern. He is survived by his wife, three children, and several stepchildren and grandchildren. No services will be held, and donations are requested for Medic II of the White Center Fire Department.
Mrs. Susan Cooke Olin, age 39, passed away on May 11, 1949, in Entiat after an extended illness. Born on February 22, 1910, in Malaga, she moved to Entiat as a child and married John Olin in 1929. A community member, she was involved with the Reliance Rebekah Lodge and the Entiat PTA. She leaves behind her husband, three children, and several siblings, including two brothers in military service. Her contributions to her community and family will be remembered.
John S. Olin, aged 62, passed away on January 3, 1971, in Wenatchee. Born on February 16, 1908, in Wenatchee, he had spent 44 years as a resident of Entiat, where he worked as an orchardist. He is survived by his wife, Rexene; his mother, Nettie; two sons; three daughters; a brother; two sisters; and 13 grandchildren. Funeral services are being coordinated by Jones Jones Funeral Home, with interment planned at Wenatchee Cemetery.
Jay S. Cooke, 70, of Wenatchee, passed away following an extended illness. Born on January 25, 1896, in Ellensburg, he moved to the Colockum area as a child and graduated from Wenatchee High School. A World War I veteran, he married Hazel Lundell, who died in 1923. Cooke later moved to Alaska, where he worked in civil service and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He married Fannie Ashepak in 1947. He returned to Wenatchee in 1963 due to health issues. He is survived by his wife and relatives.
Mrs. Brian Yocum, a longtime resident of the Kittitas Valley, passed away on December 7 at the age of 90, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law in Wenatchee. She celebrated her 90th birthday on November 25. Following her death, she was laid to rest in Wenatchee Cemetery.
E. N. Cooke, a pioneer of the Kittitas Valley, died unexpectedly at his son’s home in Entiat. Born in Oregon in 1854, he moved to the valley in 1870 and resided there for 35 years before relocating to the Colockum area. Cooke was actively involved in the fruit industry and is survived by his wife, four sons, two brothers, and two sisters. His burial is scheduled for Wenatchee.
Fanny E. Motteler, aged 36 and wife of D. B. Motteler, passed away on December 4, 1918, due to pneumonia following influenza. She is survived by her husband and their three children, who are also ill. A long-time resident of the Colockum, she was the daughter of E. D. Ingersoll and was well-regarded in her community. Arrangements for her funeral are being handled by Hall Templeton Undertaking Parlors, with interment planned at Wenatchee Cemetery.
Leota Yocom, a long-time resident of Wenatchee, passed away at 62 on October 24, 1952, after a four-week illness. Born on January 12, 1892, in Van Wert, Ohio, she moved to Wenatchee at 16 and married Clifford Yocom in 1910. An active member of Calvary Bible Presbyterian Church and its Ladies Aid Society, she is survived by her two sons, a brother, two sisters, and eight grandchildren. Her husband predeceased her in 1948. Funeral services are managed by Jones and Jones.
John Boyd Olin, a 65-year-old pioneer of Entiat and Wenatchee, passed away on September 28, 1945, at his home. Funeral services will take place at Jones Chapel, with burial at Wenatchee Cemetery, officiated by Rev. George Pratt. Olin, who arrived in Wenatchee in 1907, worked as a freight hauler and on a steamboat. He married Nettie J. Staples in 1903 and is survived by his children, who attended the services. Pallbearers include local community members.
Earl William Yocom, 49, passed away on April 26, 1965, in Tacoma after a short illness. Born on February 3, 1916, in Malaga, he lived in the Wenatchee area before moving to Twisp in 1931. A World War II Army veteran, Yocom returned to Wenatchee and Twisp after his service. He is survived by his brother, Joe Yocom, of Twisp. Funeral services are handled by Jones Jones Funeral Home, with interment at Wenatchee City Cemetery.