April 2, 2008Patricia Jeanne HartA celebration of life has been held for Sequim resident Patricia Jeanne Hart, who died March 22, 2008, at the age of 69 of ovarian cancer. She was born Sept. 1, 1938, in Tucson, Ariz., to Thomas “Bill” and Evelyn Bedell Callaghan. She attended Amphitheater High School in Tucson and married Thomas Hart, her high school sweetheart, on May 28, 1954. Mrs. Hart traveled where her husband’s job took them, from Arizona to California. They settled in Anchorage, Alaska, in 1963, where she raised her family. She worked for the state of Alaska and as a successful self-employed bookkeeper for several companies before retiring and moving to Wasilla, Alaska. When her husband retired, they bought a motor home with the intention of traveling the United States but only had to go as far as Sequim to find their dream home. She was an avid reader who tried to instill and nurture the joy of reading in others, prided herself on growing roses in Alaska, dabbled at the piano and mastered crossword puzzles. A strong and passionate woman who called it as she saw it, she also enriched, empowered and encouraged others with loving guidance. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Thomas Hart of Sequim; son and daughter-in-law Glenn and Carol Hart; and daughter and son-in-law Lynne Hart and Mark Wilcox, all of Anchorage; daughter-in-law Karen Hart of Westport; brother and sister-in-law Harold and Karen Callaghan of Aberdeen; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by son Thomas C. Hart. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Clallam County, P.O. Box 2014, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Drennan & Ford Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Peter T. Call A memorial service has been held for Port Angeles resident Peter T. Call, who died Feb. 29, 2008, at the age of 56. He was born June 27, 1951, in Tacoma to LaDonna Pratt. He graduated from Oak Harbor High School in Oak Harbor and Western Washington University with a master’s degree in teaching. He was a special education teacher for Dry Creek Elementary School in Port Angeles. He loved children, spending time with his family, cars and playing practical jokes. Mr. Call is survived by his former wife Becky Winters and stepsons Jimmy, Joey, Jeffrey and Johnny, all of Port Angeles; mother and stepfather LaDonna and Nick Beritich of Tacoma; aunt Judy Scalr of Eatonville; brothers Nick Beritich Jr. of Olympia; Joe Beritich, Chris Beritich and Ted Beritich, all of Tacoma; and sisters Beth, Tina and Kathy, all of Tacoma; Evie of Mineral; and Nicole of Lake-ville, N.Y. Memorial contributions may be sent to The Special Education Department at Dry Creek Elementary School, 25 Rife Road, Port Angeles, WA 98362. Drennan & Ford Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Hattie Isabelle ‘Dollie’ Lucier A service for Hattie Isabelle “Dollie” Lucier will be held in Bellingham. Mrs. Lucier died at her home in Agnew on March 22, 2008, at the age of 92. She was born Jan. 6, 1916, in Crosby, Minn., and moved with her family to Bellingham at age 3. She married Leo Lucier in 1935. He preceded her in death in 1976. She worked with her husband in logging and commercial fishing. Following her husband’s death, she continued working as a volunteer at “We Care” in Bellingham and various other charities. In addition to her work ethic and support of her family, she crocheted several hundred afghans and lap blankets for child care centers, adult nursing centers, friends and relatives. “Gramma Dollie,” as she was known to her family, was devoted to her Lord and her family. Her love of family was nonnegotiable and unbending. She is survived by her daughters Leojeanne Redifer and Shirley Crosby; son-in-law Ted Crosby; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by brothers Elison and George and sisters Gladys and Lois. Ronald Lee Dotson At his request, no service will be held for Sequim resident Ronald Lee Dotson, who died March 28, 2008, at the age of 57 after years of illness. He was born Sept. 20, 1950, in Cottonwood, Ariz., to William and Clara Laree Dotson. He married Linda Allison on July 6, 1971, in Anchorage, Alaska. He worked for Chugach Electric Company, then obtained a general contractor’s license and ventured into business in Sonora, Calif. Though illness kept him from employment, he continued to enjoy building what he could and tinkering in his garage. A man of great faith, full of love and compassion, he loved his family passionately. His only granddaughter, Chrystal, was a light in his life. He was a proud father and lived his life as an example for his sons. He is survived by his wife; sons Scott L. Dotson of Lynnwood and Greg D. Dotson of Seattle; mother Clara Laree Dotson of Spokane; brother Larry Dotson of Anchorage, Alaska; sister Sherri Carruthers of Spokane; and a granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his father William Dotson, brother Robert and sister Jean. Memorial contributions may be sent to Northwest Kidney Foundation or Sequim Valley Foursquare Church. Kevin Holmberg Port Angeles resident Kevin Holmberg died March 30, 2008, of cancer at the age of 49. He was born July 18, 1958, in Bremerton. A complete obituary with service details will be published in an upcoming edition. Drennan & Ford Funeral Home of Port Angeles was in charge of arrangements. |
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