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CURT CALCOTE
CALCOTE Curtis M., 66, Tacoma, March 2, 2018
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JUDY ESHPETER DURBIN
Judy enjoyed being with her family more than anything. Her grandchildren lit up her world. She also enjoyed many hobbies, including cross stitching and embroidery, as well as canning and taking road trips around her beautiful state of Washington. Judy had a way of making everyone feel welcome and was a friend to all. While relaxing at home, you couldn’t find her without her Pepsi on ice.
Judy is survived by her husband, Greg, of Maple Valley, her son, Chad (Aubrey) of Maple Valley, her daughter Shala (Kyle Marlatt) of Kent, WA, brothers Vic (Linda) Eshpeter of Greenwater, and Frank (Mary) Eshpeter of Maple Valley, grandchildren Emmy and Myles and many other family and friends that she loved very much. She was preceded in death by her sister, Sharron Randall.
Service will be held at Tahoma National Cemetery on January 5, 2018 at one-fifteen in the afternoon. Celebration of life will follow at the Black Diamond Eagles.
In Lieu of flowers, please donate to Providence Hospice of Seattle or The Maple Valley Food Bank in Judy’s name. To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of Judith Durbin, please visit our Tribute Store.
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KAREN TOWNSEND WEBER
Karen (Townsend) Weber of Tacoma, passed away Sept. 13, 2017 at age 65. She grew up and lived the Summit-Waller area, and attended Franklin Pierce Schools ('70). She worked at USWest, the Puyallup Fair, and also at her father's transport business. Karen loved her Mariners, Seahawks, and especially her grandkids. She had a kind heart and a kinder disposition. Karen is survived by her husband, Duane Weber, sons Greg (Loreli) Richards, Jeff (Kristal) Weber, step-children Robynn (Bob) Poteet, Brent (Tara) Longfellow, brothers Jeff (Lorrie) and Dennis (Dona) Townsend, ten grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother Gordy (Denise) Townsend and sister Bonnie Loppe (Steve Manter). A special thanks to her sister-in-law and her nephew, Wendy Carrico and Stuart Townsend, for helping in Karen's care. A celebration of Karen's life will be held at The Fair Farm Building at the Washington State Fairgrounds in Puyallup on Wednesday, October 25, from 4-7 p.m. Remembrances in her name can be made to Tacoma-Pierce County Humane Society.
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DENNIS McKOWN
Dennis Patrick McKown
Dennis Patrick McKown, 64, an Olympia resident for 26 years, was surrounded by his family when he passed away on February 20, 2017, in Camarillo, CA. Dennis was born on August 22, 1952, in Tacoma, WA, to Charles and Henrietta McKown of Yelm, WA. He graduated from Franklin-Pierce High School, and accepted a full ride scholarship to run track at the University of Puget Sound, specializing in relay racing and hurdles. Dennis was an educator and coach for 40 years in the Bethel, Puyallup, Onalaska, and Griffin School Districts, with 22 years spent in the Tumwater School District at Littlerock Elementary. In his retirement he worked at Olympic Moving and Storage. His passions were spending time with his wife and family; playing with his grandchildren; teaching and coaching his students; wearing Hawaiian shirts; singing lines from songs that fit the moment; traveling; playing basketball, softball and volleyball; playing bass guitar for worship services and serving others in practical ways. He helped found WindWorks Fellowship, where he pastored for nearly 18 years. Survivors include his wife of 26 years, Anita Carroll-McKown; children, Kristyn (Kevin) Dahl, Ryan (Julie) McKown, Shane McKown, Ryan (Jessica) Carroll, Natalie (Sunil) Ilapogu, and Brandon Carroll; nine grandchildren; stepmother, Mona McKown; siblings, Gregg McKown, Roger McKown, Maureen Rogers, Robert McKown, and James McKown. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, March 10, 6:30 p.m., at Transformation Life Center, 1717 Eskridge Blvd SE, Olympia, WA. The family would like to thank the community for your outpouring of love and prayers for Dennis during his short battle with cancer. As evidenced by your tributes, Dennis made a difference in many lives and was much loved.
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GAIL HERBURGER
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