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SWARTOUT, Brenda Jean (Mauro) (Age 43) Passed away September 3, 2008 at her home in Spokane, WA after a short illness with lung cancer. Born June 24, 1965 at Westover AFB, MA. Brenda is survived by her husband T. Mark Swartout and their children Timothy (age 15) and daughter Brooke (age 13); parents Frank and Judy Mauro Sr. of Newman Lake and two brothers Joe (Lisa) and Frank Jr.; her father and mother-in-law Tim and Joni Swartout in addition to many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Brenda graduated from Central Valley High School in 1983. She and Mark were married in early 1992 at Coeur d'Alene, ID. Brenda was employed by Freeman School Dist as the high school head cook and enjoyed the many friendships she made there. She spent much of her quality time caring for her children and family, tending the animals on their ''mini farm'' and listening to country music. Brenda's skill in communicating with the students and co-workers always brought solace and a smile to everyone's faces. Brenda will be dearly missed by all of those that loved and admired her gentle spirit. The family wishes to express their grateful thanks to the many friends and family members who offered their love and support during the very trying times. Brenda truly appreciated the cards and letters, prayers and meals given. A service to celebrate Brenda's life will be held at Heritage Funeral Home, 508 N. Government Way on Saturday, September 6th at 5:00 PM, followed by her interment at Moran Cemetery, 6300 S. Regal, Rev. Rich Lang of Seattle will be presiding. Memorials may be sent to ''Brenda's Helping Hand'' c/o Freeman HS, 14626 S. Jackson Rd., Rockford, WA 99030 to benefit students in need of school lunches and supplies or Wishing Star Foundation, 139 S. Sherman, Spokane, WA 99202. www.heritagefunerals.com

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GONZALEZ, Elias Kameron Franco (3 months old) Passed away September 2, 2008 in Spokane, WA. He was born May 15, 2008 in Spokane, WA to Cory and Amber Gonzalez. Elias was a very happy and content child and he always smiled a lot. We love and miss our "Mr. Smiley" so much. His brother Kaleb will always remember him as baby Eli. He is survived by his parents and brother of Spokane, WA; his paternal grandparents, Angela and Mike Feiler of Spokane and Frank Gonzalez of California; his maternal grandparents, Sean and Tiffany Wycoff and Steve and Wendy Caro, all of Spokane and his aunts and uncles, Chris and Meagan, Nick and Tami, Jim, Travis, Courtney, Malea and Alex. Elias was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Jesus Gonzalez and his great uncle, Brian Evans. A Funeral Service for Eli will be held Monday, September 8, 2008 at 12 Noon at the Hennessey Smith Funeral Home Rose Chapel, 2203 N. Division, Spokane, WA, with a reception to follow. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Baby Eli Memorial Fund set up at Global Credit Union, 722 W. Riverside, Spokane, WA 99201.

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LISH, David L. "Dave" David L. Lish, loving husband, father and grandpa passed away Sunday, August 31, 2008, in the Neuro-Intensive Care Unit at Sacred Heart Hospital from complications due to an ATV accident. David was born February 5, 1944, in Ellensburg, Washington to Cecil and Anna Lish. In 1960 Dave moved to Ventura, California. Upon graduation from Ventura High School in 1962, Dave enlisted in the United States Air Force. Dave's military service sent him to Alaska, France and Belgium. Following his military service, Dave worked as a Deputy Sheriff for the County of Santa Barbara in the Santa Ynez Valley. That is where he met the love of his life, Anne Marie Birkholm. Dave and Anne Marie were married in 1973. In 1988 Dave accepted a position with National Maintenance Incorporated at Fairchild Air Force Base as Director of Housekeeping. The decision to move was an easy one for Dave as he and Anne Marie were eager to return to Dave's roots in the Great Northwest to raise their children. After ten years at Fairchild Air Force Base, Dave and his best friend, Curt Goller decided to try their hand at hamburgers. Dave and Curt opened the first D Lish's Hamburgers on Division in December of 1998. The popularity ofD Lish's grew in large part to Dave's personality and passion for culinary quality and in 1999 Dave and Anne Marie became the sole owners of D Lish's Hamburgers. In December of 2004 they opened the second store in River Park Square. Dave was an avid outdoorsman and involved in many organizations. He was a member of the Viking's of Solvang, Back Country Horseman, North Idaho Saddle Mule Club, several fishing and classic car clubs. Dave recently became a Ham Radio Operator. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Monty "Bud" Lish and one sister Marie Lish. His is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Anne Marie. He also leaves behind his children, Chas and Tammy (Lish) Menane of Nipomo, CA, Mark and Robbie (Lish) Raveling of Deer Park, WA, Mike Lish and Erin Miller of Spokane, WA and Dan and Stephanie Lish of Council, ID. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren; Ashley, Tyler, Aaron, Kirsten, Alexia, Brennan and Nicholas. Dave also leaves behind his two sisters and their spouses, Patricia and Bill Ellis of Port Townsend, WA and Treasa and Carl Johnson of Belgrade, MT; one brother and his wife, Ron and Claudia Lish of Medical Lake, WA; and sister in law Caroline Lish of Redmond, WA; along with numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. A private Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 5, 2008. Services are under the care of Heritage Funeral Home and Crematory, 508 North Government Way, Spokane, WA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the KXLY Christmas Wish Fund at any local branch of Horizon Credit Union. www.heritagefunerals.com

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HERD, Lennis S., Sr.

Lennis was born to J. Samuel Herd and Adria Herd on August 17, 1947 in Los Angeles, California. He went home to be with the Lord on August 30, 2008, after battling brain cancer. Len grew up in California, joined the Navy and retired as a Chief Petty Officer in 1991, after 25 years of service. After his retirement from the military, he went back to school and became a paralegal. He moved to Spokane and worked for the Spokane County prosecutors office in family law until illness forced him to resign last year. Recently Len graduated from EWU with a bachelor degree in interdisciplinary studies. Len loved the Lord and taught bible study in his home. He also loved to sing and enjoyed leading songs at church, as well as singing solos. He loved wood working, and also his "baby", an '07 cobalt blue Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He was preceded in death by his mother Adria. He is survived by his wife Sharon; his four children, Lennis, Jr. of Virginia Beach, Virginia, Stephanie of New Orleans, LA, Donna of Vancouver, WA, and Michael of Portland, Oregon; also six grandchildren, six stepchildren, several foster and adopted children includingKevin Herd and Spya McDonald. He is also survived by his father, Pastor Sam Herd, and stepmother, Delores of Portland, Oregon; brothers, Milton Herd, also of Portland, Oregon; Pastor James Herd of Dixon, Montana, and sister Adria Myers of Kenai, Alaska. Also survivors include the many friends Len has made along the way. Len will be greatly missed by all of us. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, September 6, 2008 at 1:00 PM at Dishman Baptist Church, Spokane Valley, WA. SPOKANE CREMATION, 2832 N. RUBY, SPOKANE, WA.

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BALLINGER, Charles Minor, Jr. (Age 73) Charles (Chuck) Minor Ballinger Jr., 73, of Yakima, passed away peacefully at his home on August 26, 2008. Chuck was born to the late Charles and Adele (Trombley) Ballinger, May 8, 1935, in Victorville, CA. Charles grew up in Tacoma, WA, where he attended St. Leo's and Holy Rosary Schools. He graduated with honors from Clover Park High School and was a member of its 1952 state championship track team. A gifted singer, Chuck was also a recipient of the Kiwanis Music Award. Though he had athletic scholarship opportunities at many colleges, he enlisted in the Army in 1954. He served in Korea and France, and was honorably discharged with the rank of Staff Sergeant. While serving in France, he met and married Michelle Jeanne Tutor of Bordeaux in 1956. Married for 27 years, Charles and Michelle had three sons: Philip, Steven, and Gregory. Returning to the U.S., they raised their family in Tacoma, Anchorage, and Spokane. In 1985, Charles married Gail Lynn Wright. They have one son, Charlie, whom they have raised in Spokane and Yakima. Yakima, filled with their most cherished circle of friends, has truly been home for them. An accomplished businessman and manager, Charles supported his family through a long career in the wholesale/retail grocery industry. Chuck was dedicated through much of his life to community service, especially through the Boy Scouts. Retiring in 1999, Charles loved spending time with family, camping, fishing, and cheating at cribbage. He was an outstanding camp fire cook, a great whistler, a constant hummer, and a spontaneous singer of songs. Chuck was in his element sitting beside the camp fire with his cup of coffee and Louis L'Amour novel. Charles is survived by his first wife, Michelle Ballinger, of Spokane, WA; and by his wife, Gail Wright Ballinger, of Yakima, WA. Charles is survived by four sons: Philip Ballinger of Kirkland, WA; Steven Ballinger of Spokane, WA; Gregory Ballinger of Kent, WA; and Charlie Ballinger of Yakima, WA. He is also survived by four grand children: Cara, Brittney, James, and Marc. Charles is also survived by his brother, Albert Ballinger, of Fairfield, CA; and by his sister, Loy Rheinauer, of Vancouver, WA. He was quite a man - know that he was loved. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 6th in the chapel at Holy Family Catholic Church on 56th & Tieton in Yakima. In lieu of flowers, Chuck asked that contributions be made to Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Yakima (www.ccyakima.org).

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NEIGHBORS, Phyllis Jean (Walter)

(Age 85)

Passed away August 25, 2008 in Seattle, WA. Phyllis was born in Spokane, WA on July 25, 1923. She graduated from West Valley HS - Spokane in 1941. She lettered in many sports and during WWII packed parachutes and learned to fly. She earned her instructors license and taught new Army Air Corps recruits how to fly. She married Capt. William Neighbors and moved many times while Bill was in the Air Force. They had three children - Sandy, Randy and Cherie. They settled in Roseburg, OR. After their divorce Phyllis moved to Corvallis, OR and went to work for the Singer Company. She was later transferred to Longview, WA where she managed the Singer Store. After retirement she volunteered at the hospital and craft stores. Quilting, crocheting and knitting were her favorite hobbies. Phyllis is survived by her children Sandy (Rocky) Monaco, Randy and son-in-law Tim (Lynn) Christomos; her grandchildren Joseph (Eleanor) Farland, Reid and Brandon Christomos and John Neighbors; and, great-granddaughter Lucy Farland. She was preceded in death by her daughter Cherie Christomos. She was loved and will be missed by all. Services will be held Saturday September 6, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Howden-Kennedy Funeral Home, 3909 SW Alaska St. Seattle, WA 98116. Please sign our guest book at www.Howden-Kennedy.com

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