[ Return to Index ] [ Read Prev Msg ] [ Read Next Msg ] Whatcom County, Washington Obituary Collection GenealogyBuff.com - Whatcom County, Washington Obituary Collection - 106 Posted By: GenealogyBuff.com Date: Tuesday, 5 December 2017, at 2:57 p.m. Huge Marriages Search Engine Martin Tomich 9/11/1928 - 8/13/2004 Martin Tomich born September 11, 1928 to Nick & Mandy Tomich and was a lifetime resident of Bellingham. Martin was a commercial fisherman and began his fishing career in 1941 with his dad on the “Joseph.” At 27, he built his first boat, the “Valiant Lady,” and fished up and down the Pacific Coast and in False Pass in Southeast Alaska. He seined for sardines in Oregon, dragged bottomfish in California, and was partners in Gold Nugget Seafoods in Morro Bay, California. In 1991, he launched the second “Valiant Lady” and continued to fish until this past year when he finally decided it was time to retire. He recently returned from a 9000-mile trip, taking the Valiant Lady on her last voyage to the new owners in Gaspe, Quebec. The boat’s sale marked the end of his 49 year career as a fishing captain. Martin’s love of the sea and fishing made him a local legend in the fishing community. He was a well-respected man, noted for his strong work ethic and big heart. He inspired and educated many future fishermen who went on to become successful fishermen in their own right. Martin’s death by his first wife, Winifred. He is survived by his wife, Alene; his daughters from his first marriage: Marta Fiorito and husband Dan of Seattle, grandchildren Dan and MaryAnn; Cheryl Wyman and husband Terry of Seattle, grandchildren Matthew and Meredith; Nikki Baumwoll and husband Jack of Long Beach, California, grandchildren Rachel and Sarah; Rita Stafford Leeds and husband Fred of Boston, Massachusetts, grandchildren Brad, Greg, and Elise Stafford. Also survived by his sister Denna and husband Allen Hart; niece and nephews Mary Ellen, David, and Jerry; sister- in-law Gerrie Zuanich Kinaman and niece Stacy Meyers of San Pedro, California. Also survived by his wife Alene’s family: daughter Julie Aydelotte and husband Tom of Bainbridge Island, grandchildren Alexis and Tyler; son Jeffery Hayward- Hughes and wife Cathy of Bellingham, grandchildren Jack and Bristol. A Cemetery Garden Mausoleum in Seattle. Memorials in Martin’s honor may be made to: Medic One, Attn: Debra Peterson, 1800 Broadway, Bellingham, WA 98225; or UW Foundation/Regional Heart Center (RHC), 1325 4th Ave., Suite 2000, Seattle, WA 98101; or to a charity of your choice. Randy L. Downing 1/19/1952 - 8/22/2004 Randy L. Downing, age 52 of Bellingham born January 19, 1952 in Port Angeles, WA to Jerry & Betty (Kean) Downing. He studied English at UNLV and always loved to study and learn in school. He also loved to read in his free time about history and biographies, and was involved in a monthly book club for years. Randy adored his son Tristan who he raised since the age of 3, and always loved to spend time with him. They did everything together, and watching his son’s many baseball games were a delight to his life. He was a Whatcom County resident for 20 years, where he spent many days enjoying the hiking and outdoors with his son. Randy was a selfless person who cared deeply about others, especially his son and his co-workers. Most recently he worked at Best Western Heritage Inn in Bellingham. Randy is survived by his son, Tristan Downing of Bellingham; parents Jerry & Betty Downing of Kansas City, TX; sister Debbie (Kyle) Graves of Garland, TX; brother Terry Downing of Kansas City; and sister Joni Downing of Kansas City. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Thursday, August 26th from 3 – 8 PM. A Cemetery. A Reception will follow at Best Western Heritage Inn, 151 E. McCleod Rd. in Bellingham. Vesta Louisa Biendl 2/9/1920 - 10/15/2004 Vesta Biendl, age 84 of Kirkland, WA born February 9, 1920 in Auburn, Wyoming, the daughter of Aaron Harrison and Olive Wheelock. Vesta was the oldest of six children who all grew up in Star Valley, Wyoming. After graduating from Star Valley High School, Vesta met and married Conner A. Biendl while both working at Newberry’s, while she was managing the Shamrock Hotel. They enjoyed a life of deep love and respect for each other. And had a lot of good times. In the early 60’s they were transferred to Kirkland to work at the Bellevue Newberry’s. Vesta’s hobbies included gardening, oil painting, crocheting and forever feeding her family (even when they were full). Vesta was actively involved with her sisters in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and the Kirkland Senior Center. Vesta prevailed over a life of adversity and heartache, by loving her children and husband with all of her being. She took great pleasure in her grand and great grandbabies, the color pink, dancing, flowers and lots of fancy shoes. Vesta touched many lives and was known and adored probably by more people as “Nana.” We all enjoyed “Nana’s” sence of humor, love of life, and her never-ending need to worry about all of us. Nana’s home was open to all, and she provided a solid, base of support for any who needed her strength and unconditional love. We will miss you our sweet, dearest “Nana” and Mother, and will hold your memory in our hearts forever. You are truly one of a kind and because of you we are all blessed. Vesta is survived by her devoted husband of 46 years Conner Biendl of Kirkland, her daughter Dixie (William) Tamcke of Bellingham and son, Frederick (Gloria) Ringel of Cacade, Idaho. She is also survived by her grandsons Hank Tamcke, Shane and Clint Ringel also of Cascade and her granddaughters Crystal (Bruce) King of Bellingham and Sharee Ringel of Cascade, Idaho. Nana also leaves behind 11 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Visitation will be held at Westford Funeral Home on Thursday, Oct. 21 from 12 – 5 pm, along with Friday, Oct. 22 from 9 – 11 am. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 22 at 11 am at Westford Funeral Home followed by a graveside committal at Greenacres Cemetery. A reception will take place following at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Northwest Avenue at 12:30 pm. Huge Marriages Search Engine [ Return to Index ] [ Read Prev Msg ] [ Read Next Msg ] Whatcom County, Washington Obituary Collection is maintained by GenealogyBuff with WebBBS 5.12.

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