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Christopher James Kiana, Sr. - December 24, 1943 - April 20, 2024

Departed: 04/20/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Christopher James Kiana Sr., BA, MBA, MA-RD, DBA, 80 years old, passed away in Anchorage on April 20th, 2024, at the Alaska Native Medical Center. Chris was born on December 24, 1943, in Candle, Alaska.

Chris was a distinguished scholar and received many degrees including Bachelor of Arts, Masters of Business Administration, Master of Arts - Rural Development, and Doctorate of Business Administration. In 2017 he received the Apollos University Famous Alumni award. He also served in the United States Navy where he completed two tours during the Vietnam War. Chris was employed at various jobs during his life. He worked for the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline, the Red Dog Mine, and for the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium.

Chris spent some time living in Colorado where he met and married his wife, Cleotilde Sarah Kiana.

Chris loved moose hunting, catching grayling, RVing, book writing, flyfishing, firearms reloading, river boating, and trail riding on his side by side. He was also an avid art collector.

Chris is survived by his wife, Cleotilde Sarah Kiana; sons Christopher Kiana Jr of Alaska and Anthony Kiana of Arizona; daughter Nicole Kiana of Alaska; daughter-in-law Tiffany Kiana of Arizona; grandsons Brenden Kiana and Sean Kiana of Alaska; granddaughter Kayli Kiana of Alaska; sisters Caroline Bumgardner and Glenna Maulding of Alaska and Emma Kiana of California; and brothers Bill Kiana and George Kiana of Alaska and Terry Keezer of California.

A visitation will be held on Friday, April 26th at 11:00 a.m. with a rosary at 11:30 a.m. and a funeral mass at 12:00 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Parish, 2111 Muldoon Road, Anchorage, AK 99504. Pallbearers will include Brenden Kiana, Chris Kiana, Anthony Kiana, and Sean Kiana.

Arrangements were made with Janssen Funeral Homes.

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James Eldon Graham - September 28, 1956 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: James “Jim” Graham passed away peacefully at his home April 18, 2024, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born September 28, 1956, to Merl and Lorna Graham in Tillamook, Oregon.

He attended school in Glenrock, Wyoming and graduated from Glenrock High School class of 1975. Jim lived a life full of love and adventure with his family and friends. His biggest adventure took place after high school, which led him to Alaska where he has resided for the past 48 years. Jim retired from the State of Alaska in 2011 as a Maintenance Supervisor after 35+ years of service.

Jim loved spending time with his family and friends in the great Alaska outdoors. His favorite hobbies included snowmobiling, hunting, fishing and side by side rides at his cabin in Eureka, Alaska “his favorite place in the world”. He loved watching his grandkids in the sporting events of hockey, baseball, and basketball. He became known as the proudest and most vocal Papa in the stands.

Jim leaves behind his wife Tina of 17 years and 3 sons, Chad Graham of Anchorage, AK, Jeff Graham of Denver, Colorado, and Howard Gregg and wife Yvonne of White Mountain, Alaska. Jim had 2 stepson Shawn Wolfheart and wife JacQuelynn of Melbourne, Florida, Shane White and wife Holly of Eagle River, Alaska.

Jim is survived by his mother Lorna Graham of Casper, Wyoming, Sister Rhonda Nelson and husband Barry of Thermopolis, Wyoming, brother Royce Graham and wife Milissa of Bennett, Colorado, brother Larry Graham and wife Brenda of Casper, Wyoming, Sister Brenda Gray and husband Leo of Rock Springs, Wyoming.

Jim was very special to his grandchildren LaShay, Lyric, and Michael Graham, Aubrianna, Allie, and Little Howard Gregg, Addison, and Weston White, Luxzen Wolfheart, Logan White, Logan, and Linkin Moyer. As well as several nieces and nephews.

Jim was preceded in death by his father Merl Graham and his grandparents. A celebration of life will be held this Friday, April 26 at Alliance Bible Church, 941 E. Dowling Rd at 1pm

The family respectfully requests donations in Jim’s memory be made to the American Cancer Society and St Jude in lieu of flowers.

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Denise Ann Elder - November 22, 1941 - April 08, 2024

Departed: 04/08/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Denise Ann Elder of Eagle River, AK, died on Monday, April 8, 2024. She was 82 years old. Born Nov. 22, 1941 in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia to parents Emily and Anthony Ryan, Denise’s life was filled with adventure, the company of good friends and the love of family.

After graduating from Presentation Covenant High School in Windsor, Australia, Denise traveled the world and arrived in Alaska with her first husband in 1973. After working various jobs around Anchorage, Denise was hired as personal secretary for local grocer Gregory Carr. It was a job she took great pride in, turning into a 28-year career. Several years after arriving in Alaska, Denise met the love of her life, Cecil “Will” Elder, and the two married in 1987. Together, they enjoyed nearly 40 years of Alaska adventures, including fishing on the Kenai River and traveling the state in their motorhome. A Master Gardener, Denise’s yard was a sight to be seen. Friends and family looked forward to her annual summer garden parties where they’d be wined and dined while admiring the fruits of her labor. She was also an avid quilter, and her beautiful works of art are now treasured keepsakes by loved ones. While Denise took great pride in describing herself as a “bloody Australian”, she loved Alaska and her home in Eagle River.

Denise is survived by her husband Will, brother Anthony Ryan (Shirley), sister Helen Smialek, children Michelle Gaby and James Jarrett (Shirley), step-daughters and spouses, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.

A memorial will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 1-3 p.m. at Janssen Evergreen Memorial Chapel, 737 E St., Anchorage, AK.

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Scott Jeffrey Wyatt - June 26, 1955 - April 06, 2024

Departed: 04/06/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Scott Jeffrey Wyatt passed away on April 6, 2024. . He was born June 26, 1955 in Pocatello, Idaho to Jacob and Ann Wyatt, the youngest of 3 children. In 1956 the Wyatt family moved to Boise and Scott attended school there, graduating from Boise High School in 1973. Scott’s family visited Alaska in 1977 and he saw that aviation was the growing industry. He returned to Idaho and attended A&P school, receiving his certificate in Airplane maintenance. In 1979 he returned to Alaska and worked for ERA Aviation for 20 years. Scott loved the outdoors; fishing, hunting, and hiking. On a whim, he decided to try horseback riding and met his wife, Kristy. They spent several summer vacations horseback riding in Arizona. Scott’s retirement activities included matting and framing pictures, creating hand made frames. Scott is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Mark. He is survived by his sister Jill.

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Mary C Lammers - August 08, 1933 - March 31, 2024

Departed: 03/31/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Mary Lammers, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away in the early morning hours on Easter Sunday March 31, 2024. She was 90 years old.

She was born in Livermore, Iowa to John and Rose Cunningham on August 8, 1933, the fifth of 6 children.She married the love of her life Ivan Lammers on May 24th, 1958. They went on to have 4 children. They moved to Alaska in 1969, residing in Anchorage. Mary worked for ICC many years ago until retiring in the late 90’s.

Mary loved to cook, bake, read, do word searches, garden and most of all spending time with her family, especially her six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Rose Cunningham, her two brothers, Marvin and Robert Cunningham and her sister, Margie Schmalen.

Mary is survived by her husband Ivan Lammers, her four children, Cindy Lammers, Richard Lammers, Tim Lammers and Gary Lammers. Her six grandchildren, Rebeca (David) Usry, Kourtnei Lammers, Ariel Hinson, Brittanie Lammers, Logan Lammers and Brooke Lammers, her great-grandchildren, Joshua Lilly, Jr. and Averie Magnuson and her two sisters, Alice Rolling and Roseann Doyle.

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Daniel Arnold Stoltenberg - May 12, 1955 - March 31, 2024

Departed: 03/31/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Daniel Stoltenberg, aged 68, of Anchorage, Alaska, passed away on March 31, 2024. He was born on May 12, 1955, in Stewartville, Minnesota. Daniel was a skilled carpenter and cabinet maker, a proud member of the carpenters union, and retired from the Anchorage School District. He was known for his craftsmanship, which took him to various places around Alaska and Hawaii.

Daniel was a caring man, lovingly referred to as a "gentle giant" by his family. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and had a special bond with his cat, Cooper. In his free time, Daniel enjoyed working on classic cars.

He is survived by his parents Arnold and Cynthia Stoltenberg, brother Randall (Sharon Brooks) Stoltenberg, nephew Wade (Kathryn) Wilson, and preceded in death by his sister Nancy Wilson.

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Albertina Miles Parks - December 24, 1925 - March 22, 2024

Departed: 03/22/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Family matriarch, ALBERTINA "TINA" MILES PARKS, 98, went to her eternal home surrounded by loved ones on March 22, 2024 while living at Maple Springs Assisted Living in Anchorage. She said her body was worn out and she was ready to be with Jesus. She accepted Christ at the age of 9 and her life’s desire was to serve Him and for others to know Him. She loved people and remembered their names. She was known for her welcoming smile and caring spirit. She loved her family and was a prayer warrior on their behalf. Tina loved to study the Bible, taught Sunday School and Bible studies, and played the piano for church services. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting and knitting and shared afghans and blankets with many people, young and old.

Born and raised in Denver and after having six children, Tina moved to Alaska in 1973 with her two youngest when she remarried her first husband. Alaska presented many new adventures she never dreamed she would experience. She loved life in Alaska and became involved with Stonecroft Ministries and Christian Women’s Club. In 1979, while living on a White Alice Communication site in Hoonah, Alaska, her husband was killed in a plane crash in 1979. Twenty-two years later, at age 75, she met Forest Parks while visiting her daughter and son-in-law in Hawaii. They married a short time later and made their home in Anchorage. Forest was the love of her life and they shared wonderful times of travel, cooking, laughter and worship. Tina shared that those were the happiest years of her life, just as they were for Forest. A favorite verse of Tina’s was I Samuel 12:24 which tells us to honor the Lord and serve Him with all our heart because of the great things He has done for us.

Tina is survived by her youngest sister Ruth Smith of Jacksonville, Florida. Her six children are: John Miles (deceased) (Diane) Wyoming; Marilyn Buechler (Dwight) Arizona; Nancy Struempler, Anchorage; Cyndi Parks, Hawaii; Tina Hardwick (Tom), Anchorage; and Stephen Pearce, Anchorage. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, George and Christine Gronberg, her brother Wilbur Gronberg, sister Evelyn Horst and husbands Forest Parks, Normand Miles and Hank Pearce. She had 14 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews too numerous to name here, but she knew their names and prayed for them always.

Celebration of Life April 19, 2024, at Faith Christian Community, 4240 Wisconsin Street. Visitation at the church 1-3 pm and Celebration of Life at 3 pm. Reception following.

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Marian Jane McDonald - April 29, 1933 - March 15, 2024

Departed: 03/15/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Marian Jane McDonald, 90, passed away on March 15, 2024, at the Pioneer Home in Anchorage surrounded by loved ones. Marian was born on April 29, 1933, in King City, CA to Joe and Freda Peck. She made her journey to Alaska on October 25, 1975. Marian met the love of her life Lewis McDonald in 1978 at a square-dancing class and got married on June 9, 1979.

Marian worked for the Municipality of Anchorage Health Department until she retired on June 2, 1996. Marian was a volunteer at the Providence gift shop in her spare time. Her hobbies include square dancing, RVing, and reading.

She is preceded in death with her parents and all her siblings. She is survived by her loving husband Lewis McDonald; sister-in-law Juanita Shafer; brothers-in-law Elmer McDonald and Wayne McDonald.

A memorial service will be on April 5, 2024, with officiant Deryl Titus at 2 pm at Christian Church of Anchorage.

Arrangements are entrusted with Janssen Funeral Homes.

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Timothy Alexander Roy - June 14, 1956 - March 04, 2024

Departed: 03/04/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Timothy Alexander Roy, 67, of Palmer Alaska passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Tim was born in London, England on June 14, 1956, to Valeria Kiturkes and Robert Roy. After returning to the United States with his family, he graduated from Immaculata High School located in Somerville, New Jersey. He earned a Bachelor’s in Biology from Trenton State College and a Master’s in Environmental Science from New Jersey Institute of Technology. After college, Tim was employed as an Environmental Engineer with various chemical corporations. In 1984,

Tim first met his wife, Caroline Bishop at a State Collegiate Archery Competition. They met again in Fall of 1986, at a conference in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and bumped heads again in 1987 when she was working for a consulting firm and Tim’s employer was the client. They were married shortly thereafter on July 9, 1988. Tim and Caroline went on to have two beautiful daughters, Kelly and Amy.

In 1996, the family of four moved to Alaska and started their adventure in Nikiski and later, Palmer. He was employed with the State of Alaska Department of Military and Veterans Affairs located at JBER, Anchorage, as an Environmental Program Specialist.

In 2010, Tim was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma and beat it into submission allowing him to return to work and participate in many family milestones. These included watching Amy graduate, watching Kelly graduate, and traveling. His biggest milestone was spending nearly 14 more years with his family and friends. After a lengthy career, he retired in 2015. He started his next adventure pursuing the things he loved, working on the farm, and playing and running with his family pack of dogs.

Throughout his life, he was an avid outdoorsman who loved camping, hiking, fishing, snow machining, boating, spending time at the remote cabin, and volunteering as a dog handler for the Iditarod. He was an avid Dungeons and Dragons player whose best stats were strength and constitution, a technology wizard, and attended annual Renaissance Festivals in Alaska and Minnesota.

Tim was predeceased by his mother Valeria and his father Robert. He is survived by his loving wife Caroline of Palmer and his daughters Kelly Roy and Amy Roy of Anchorage. He is also survived by his six sisters. Catherine Roy of New Haven, Connecticut, Theresa Roy and Sharon Roy of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, Nancy McCall and her husband Joseph of Toms River, New Jersey, Maria Daniels and her husband Jeff of Nazareth Pennsylvania, and Laura Roy and her husband Henri van de Vrugt. He is also survived by an abundance of nieces and nephews and his closest childhood friend Greg Pin of Danbury, Connecticut.

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Frank John Rion - September 25, 1959 - March 01, 2024

Departed: 03/01/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Frank J. Rion AKA Siegfried Von Rion was born in Maryland in an Military Base hospital on September 25th 1959. The oldest of three siblings. The family moved to several military bases along the way and finally settled in Alaska after being stationed in Germany and other bases around the world until the family moved to Alaska in 1970 and settled in close to the military base.

He graduated from Bartlett High School in 1977. He was an officer in the Army ROTC program and the Society for Creative Anachronism, (Renaissance Faire events) Some of his friends report going to see the first Star Wars film at the old Denali Theater, that would help explain the he way he seemed to be from “a galaxy far far away” at times. He had a passion for gaming and science fiction and military strategy. He also developed a strong interest in computers during the years he worked at MLS and had a natural ability to solve data base problems with an organic approach that baffled many experts. His love for literature made him a perfect fit for bookstore manager for a national chain. He enjoyed gaming and science fiction, he traveled to many out of state conferences where he collected art work He used his imagination to stay in the present, and as he said of spirituality & his belief in God “It is more important that She believes in me, than I believe in God.“

So I guess deep down in his heart of hearts he was a feminist, and after his stroke in 2008 he applied his passion for service to getting an associates degree in Geriatrics’ from UAA while volunteering for organizations (Older Persons Action Group, the Alaska Regional Auxiliary, and Adult Protective Services) that helped people in need during his own recovery.

He worked through the State of Alaska Department of Vocational Rehabilitation to become independent, and transition off disability to full-time employment in 2014. His employment counselor brought him over to Access Alaska as a volunteer where he secured a position (thanks to Jim Beck and Loren Abbey for creating the position) and stayed from 2015 until 2024 at the time of his passing. His unique and caring personality touched many people seeking services. Even though he may have seemed gruff at times, he was a very caring individual and he expressed his frustration in not being able to give people exactly what they needed in a manner that many misinterpreted. He really was a big teddy bear that just wanted to help everybody. He chose to live independently, and he made the decision to exit at a time when his body wasn't giving him the support to serve in the independent capacity he had carved out. The great staff at Providence Hospital

Palliative care gently allowed him a gracious and meaningful transition to the other side of the veil.

His parents passed away before him.

He is survived by his 2 sisters, Kim Rion of Anchorage Alaska and Kerry Desautels , as well as the many friends that are fortunate enough to have known him.

Donations on his behalf can be made to Access Alaska, Providence Foundation, Alaska Public Media, the Anchorage Fire Department EMTs, ATLA, OPAG, AKEELA Inc., Alzheimer’s Disability Resources Agency or any other agency that serves people in need.

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Mae Caroline Blackburn - May 11, 1927 - February 21, 2024

Departed: 02/21/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Mae Blackburn was born in Bisbee, North Dakota to John and Hedwig (Teubner) Nelson.

After graduating from high school she went to Chicago where she worked for New York Life Insurance Company. She returned to North Dakota where she worked for the States’ Attorney and was also Deputy Registrar of Deeds for Towner County.

In 1951 she met Lloyd Schmid of Anchorage, AK who was home visiting family in ND. They were married 2 weeks later and drove the Alcan Highway back to Anchorage where Lloyd was Operations Manager of the Anchorage Telephone Utility. Lloyd and Mae had 2 children, Greg and Terry. Lloyd passed away in 1966. Mae went to work for the Anchorage School District Buildings and Grounds Dept. and later for the Construction Dept. In 1970 Mae married Ray Blackburn who was Installation Foreman for ATU. Ray passed away in 1976. Mae was a member of the Torchbearer Alpha Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. She was also a life member of American Legion Jack Henry Unit 1, VFW

Auxiliary, Anchorage Senior Activity Center, Red Hats, Prospectors’ Club, and Pioneers of Alaska.

Mae was preceded in death by a sister, Fay Johnson and a brother, Fred Nelson.

She is survived by her children, Greg Schmid (Brenda) of Big Lake and Terry Gregoire (Dennis) of Anchorage, 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, her brother Gilbert Nelson of Fargo, N.D. and nieces and nephews.

She requested no funeral and will have a private burial in the spring.

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Lenore Margurite Clinton - May 05, 1928 - February 19, 2024

Departed: 02/19/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Lenore Margurite Clinton was born May 5, 1928 in Kenyon, Minnesota to Anton and Erma Kjos. She died February 19, 2024 in Anchorage, AK. A celebration of Lenore’s life will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Central Lutheran Church, 15th and Cordova Street. A reception will follow.

In 1942 Lenore’s family moved to Minneapolis, MN. She graduated from Washburn High School in the class of 1946. She attended the University of Minnesota earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Library Sciences in 1950. Lenore also pursued advanced studies at the University of California, the University of Alaska Anchorage and others.

She began her career as a children’s librarian at the Minneapolis Public Library. One career highlight was working on a pilot program in San Francisco, CA to develop elementary school libraries.

On February 15,1958 she married James R. Clinton and as a bride moved to Anchorage. She taught 4th Grade at North Star School and later became the school librarian at Central Junior High.

Lenore was an active member of Central Lutheran Church working with the Sunday school and adult education. She also served as the church librarian and with the Central Lutheran Women’s Organization.Lenore was an avid reader and an enthusiastic traveler. She loved spending time at the family cabin on Nancy Lake and treasured time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Lenore is preceded in death by her husband Jim, sons Paul and Lars and brother Les Kjos. She leaves behind five grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, a niece and many cousins.

Memorial may be made in Lenore’s name to Central Lutheran Church, Anchorage, AK.

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Dennis C Walter, Jr. - September 16, 1946 - February 16, 2024

Departed: 02/16/2024 (Anchorage)

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Devante Charleszae White - April 20, 1992 - February 11, 2024

Departed: 02/11/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Devante Charleszaé White was born April 20th 1992 in Sacramento, California to Valishia Knox. Devante comes from a baptist family background.

In 2005 Devante’s family moved to Anchorage, Alaska where he attended Romig middle School, West high school and Service high school. In 2011 Devante moved to Tucson, Arizona with friends Keanu Bolling and Chris TKB Kim where he continued his education at Pima vocational high school. There he received his high school diploma before returning to Alaska in 2014.

Devante was always a career minded individual, from a young age he aspired to become an electrician. He joined the ABC electrican’s apprenticeship in Anchorage and was working to complete the program before his passing. His dream was to take care of his family.

Devante was 31 years young when left us on February 11th 2024 to join our Heavenly Father as well as his grandfather “Paw Paw”, Melvin Knox.

Devante is survived by his Mother Valishia Knox and father Dennis “Pops” Quinn, brothers Moses White IV and Damar Quinn, sisters Dennishia and Damariea Quinn, grandmother Linda Knox, aunt T’pring Bailey, uncles Voltaire and Dashante Knox, and a host of cousins and friends.

A memorial service and viewing will be held for Devante on March 9th, 2024 at Evergreen Memorial Chapel. 737 E street. Anchorage, AK 99501.

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Catherine Julia Mason - May 24, 1959 - February 08, 2024

Departed: 02/08/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Catherine Mason was eight years old when she came to Alaska from California with her parents and big brother, Thomas (Tom), embracing Anchorage as her forever home. Later, little sister Amy was born in Anchorage.

Musically talented, Catherine learned to play the piano as a child, inspired by Grandmother Lillian, a concert pianist. She was first chair trombonist at East High School, later playing with the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra. She had taught lessons privately too, sharing her love for music. The radio was always on, her favorites spanning classical, swing jazz, alternative and rock.

Along with her school friends, Catherine finished the Walk for Hope every summer, earning money for the charity (and wearing out her sneakers). Girl scouts meant fun with friends, hiking, campfires and s’mores. She played softball and was good at track and field too, but she especially liked rafting Campbell Creek and camping. She was an animal lover, both cats and dogs. At home, she enjoyed gardening, cultivating hanging flowers baskets filled with fuchsias, pink being her favorite color.

Catherine passed away peacefully at Alaska Regional Hospital on 08 February 2024. She leaves behind her family, boyfriend Pierre Clairmont, friends and neighbors.

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James Otto Olson - June 27, 1947 - February 07, 2024

Departed: 02/07/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: James Otto Olson, also known to some as Olѐ, passed away in his home on February 4, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born June 07, 1947, in St. Paul, Minnesota to Otto and Jeanette Olson.  He was the youngest child of a traveling iron worker and had one older sister. His mother always said he was such an affectionate and loving boy in his youth. He graduated from Chicago Vocational High School where he participated and excelled at ROTC.

In 1965, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served on the front lines in Vietnam. Following his time there, he was stationed in South Korea where he met the mother of his children. They were married and returned to America in 1970 and continued to serve our country state-side until 1980 when he was honorably discharged and planted roots in Anchorage. He was a jack of all trades. In the 80’s he repaired cars and resold them, had a mobile plumbing business and then later went to trade school in Boston to train as a HVAC mechanic where he excelled and later retired as. At some points in between or thereafter, he was also a heavy equipment operator, worked in the oil field, owned and operated a Chinese herbal medicine store, and worked at the Alaska Regional Hospital as the onsite maintenance mechanic.

He was a practical man, making do with what he had and taking joy in finding quirky ways to enjoy life, giving us all something to laugh or tell stories about.  He was also a dreamer and though he didn’t have much, would give someone in need the shirt off his back. He enjoyed fishing, antique furniture and tools, billiards, Chinese medicine, and doing things the old school way. He was a member for many years of the Northside Seventh-Day Adventist church, including his wife and children.

He was preceded in death by his father Otto Olson and sister Enola J. Harguess. He is survived by his mother Jeanette M. (Martin) Olson of Gilmer, TX; three sons: James O. Jr. and wife Maria “Ivi” Bernardo of Louisville, KY; Otto II and Jeremiah B. of Anchorage, AK; one daughter: Sa “Sasha” (Olson) and husband Keith Ross of Houston, TX; the mother of his children: Park Sa of Anchorage, AK; and four grandchildren: Riley, Quinten, Xavier Otto, and Maximus Xander.

He died as he wished, in his home in independence and peace. May God grant him wings to heaven and watch over him.

Graveside service will be held May 24, 2024, at the Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery with a military funeral honor ceremony to honor his sacrifice for our country. The time of service will later be determined.

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Dewitt Jackson - June 18, 1929 - February 05, 2024

Departed: 02/05/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Dewitt Jackson, was born on June 18th, 1929 in Huntsville, Texas. Alaska had been Dewitt’s home for more than seventy years. Loving to build, design, and reconstruct in our environment was his favorite way to pass time.

Dewitt is a kind and generous person of an Alaskan community where he lived, worshiped at Shiloh, and loved amongst great families, hosts and friends. Dewitt has five generations of kin. Intertwined in an abundance of nephews, nieces, and continued descendants. Monday February 5th, 2024 in the early afternoon hours Dewitt passed in his rest listening to Music Choices, Gospel Hallelujah!

Taking a page from the great book let us all live, love and be merry with this Celebration of the Life of Dewitt Jackson, Noon on February 24th, 2024 at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church.

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Margaret Ann Duggan - August 13, 1948 - January 30, 2024

Departed: 01/30/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Margaret Duggan passed away quietly while surrounded by her loving family on January 30, 2024. She was born in 1948, grew up in David City, Nebraska, and was the oldest of seven children.

She earned degrees from Duchesne College, Creighton University and a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Nebraska. She became a Registered Dietitian.

Margaret met and married a gawky but promising Creighton Law School student, Jack Duggan. First stop on their married life was Washington, D.C. where they enjoyed Appalachian hikes and canoe trips. They next moved north to Alaska where Margaret started as the state dietitian visiting bush villages. Later, she worked as the Anchorage School District nutrition head, Head Start Nutrition Director and Manager for the Anchorage Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. We are especially proud of her decades-long work advocating for mother and child nutrition.

A one-in-a-million mother, Margaret made sure her three children learned the importance of helping people in need. They often traveled along on volunteer food deliveries. She showed them empty cupboards and helped them understand how fortunate they were. She never missed their soccer games, 6AM hockey practices, or school functions TIMES THREE. She was fiercely proud of her children, their well-chosen spouses, and six absolutely perfect grandchildren. Those grandchildren were her true joy. Saying goodbye at her deathbed, the grandkids repeated how much they loved her and performed a last “dance party” just like the close of every Sunday family dinner. Aware that one grandchild was still traveling, Margaret held on until she arrived at her bedside.

Margaret is survived by her husband of 51 years, Jack Duggan, and their three children, spouses and grandchildren: John (Brooke) Duggan, Patrick (Jessica Sellers) Duggan, and Moire (Jason) Bockenstedt. Those nearly perfect grandchildren include a predeceased grandson, Jameson, waiting in heaven, Johnny Duggan, Addison Duggan, Henry Bockenstedt, Mairin Bockenstedt, Sophie Duggan, and another on the way. She is also survived by her siblings, Bill, Maureen (Mark), Jeanne (Angelo), Mariclaire (Jay), and Theresa (Eddie), nieces and nephews, and best friend, Beverly. Preceded in death by her parents, William and Mary Tomek, and brother Mark.

A Catholic Mass to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at 1PM on Monday, February 5, 2024 at St. Benedict’s Parish in Anchorage. Brief visitation at 12:15PM preceding mass. A reception will follow in the parish hall.

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Aud B. Severson - April 04, 1933 - January 30, 2024

Departed: 01/30/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Aud Bergliot (Storhaug) Severson, 90, passed away suddenly, unexpectedly and peacefully on January 30, 2024 at the Anchorage Pioneer Home where she had resided for the past year. She was born in Bergen, Norway on April 4, 1933 to Ølver Storhaug and Alvilda (Leganger) Storhaug. Aud graduated from Tailor Trade School in Bergen and worked at Modell Klær as a tailor, making and modeling ladies coats before her marriage. She was a Norwegian Youth Medal winning skier.

Aud was married to Gordon J. Severson on February 14, 1954, at Laksevåg Lutheran Church, Bergen, Norway. Valentine’s Day would have been their 70th wedding anniversary. She came to the U.S. in April 1954, visiting Gordon's parents in Wisconsin enroute to Alaska, first in Anchorage and then Nome. To this union were born son Marshall Gordon and daughter Louise Audrey. Aud was naturalized as a U.S. citizen in Fairbanks on January 17, 1958. They lived in Fairbanks 1957-1965 except two years in France and Germany 1962-1963 when Gordon was recalled to active duty from the U.S. Army Reserve. Aud served as President of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 11 in Fairbanks 1961-1962.

Anchorage has been home since 1965. Aud graduated from Anchorage Beauty College in October 1966 and worked as a hairdresser for 30 years. She was owner-operator of Aud's Styling Salon in the Arctic Business Park from 1984 until retiring in 1996.

Aud is a long-time member of Pioneers of Alaska Women's Igloo 4; American Legion Auxiliary Jack Henry Unit 1; VFW Auxiliary 1685; Sons of Norway Bernt Balchen Lodge; and St. Mark Lutheran Church. She is survived by husband Gordon, sister Grethe Storhaug and several nieces, nephews and cousins in Norway; son Marshall (Margaret) Severson; daughter Louise (Kim) Eshenower; granddaughter Alison Eshenower (Aaron Williamson); grandson Elliot Severson; granddaughter Daria Severson; great-granddaughters Aliyah Banta and Audrey Williamson; and great-grandson Ash Gordon Williamson, all of Alaska. She was predeceased by granddaughter Adrien Eshenower. A Celebration of Aud’s Life will be held at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 3230 Lake Otis Parkway, on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 3:00 PM, followed by a reception. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Anchorage Pioneer Home, JBER Hospital, and the first responders who cared for her so well. The service will be livestreamed and posted at https://www.facebook.com/SaintMarkAnchorage/

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Robert Charles Reupke - July 28, 1942 - January 24, 2024

Departed: 01/24/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Bob (Robert) Charles Reupke passed away on January 24, 2024, with Toni at his side. Bob was born on July 28, 1942, in Jackson Heights, NY. He is preceded in death by his Parents, Eric and Elizabeth Reupke; Grandmother Dora Hoffmeister; Sister-In-Law Roberta Reupke; Mother and Father-In-Law, Doris (Walls) Peretti and Albert Peretti; and Sister-In-Law Tina (Peretti) Severance. Three years after Bob was born, his brother Ed and his twin sister were born. Unfortunately, his twin sister passed away shortly thereafter. They lived in Bayside, NY for a short time and later the family moved to Floral Park, NY where he attended high school and graduated in 1960. He played soccer in high school and was in the Boy Scouts for many years. He was a Life Scout and a member of Order of the Arrow.

Bob served in the Navy as a Boilerman (BT3) Petty Officer 3rd Class aboard the Destroyer USS Ingrahm from 1962 to 1964. He participated in the “Blockade of Cuba” in 1963. In 1967 Bob graduated with an Associate Degree in Business from Nassau Community College. Bob drove to Alaska in 1968 in his Red Ford F100 Pickup. He attended Anchorage Community College. He worked for Beneficial Finance Company for a few years. In 1969 he became an Insurance Adjustor, working for Crawford & Company Insurance Adjustors. He later worked for Underwriters Adjusting Co., Surety of Alaska, American International Adjusting Co. and retired from Professional Adjusters in 2011. He handled all types of claims during his career as an Adjustor.

In 1980 Bob married Toni and they have two children: Tom and Elizabeth Reupke. Bob was active at St. Mark Lutheran Church. He served on the Church Council and Property Commission. In his youth, Bob was a Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and later served as a Scout Leader for his son’s Troop 232. During his business career and retirement, Bob served on the Northeast Community Council and the Federation of Community Councils, and volunteered with the NorthEast Community Center, Muldoon Farmer’s Market, and Lutheran Social Services of Alaska (LSSA) – on the “A” Team.

Bob loved to camp, XC ski, bike, travel, explore and tell stories of his exploits. Bob loved Alaska and its many trails, history, community, and friendliness. In 1976, in one of his adventures, he hiked the Chilkoot Pass with Don Miller. Another time he went down the Yukon River – at times bailing water. He also hiked Resurrection Pass with his son, Tom and friend Steve Lierer and Steve’s niece Mawana, and again with the Boy Scout Troop. He encouraged Toni and Elizabeth to go as well. For many years Bob and Toni, with children in tow, traveled with Bob’s brother Ed, wife Roberta, and nephew Eric. They traveled through many states and National Parks. One trip was thru Death Valley – without the air conditioning! Bob and Toni took a cruise in 2011 thru the Panama Canal with Toni’s childhood friend Kathy Hughes and husband Jim. It was the trip of a lifetime.

Bob is survived by his Wife Toni; Son Tom (Lisa) Reupke and Daughter Elizabeth Reupke; his Grandchildren Matthew Reupke and Morgan Reupke. He also leaves his Brother Ed Reupke, Nephew Eric (Kris) Reupke, and Brother-In-Law Pancho Severance. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Mark Lutheran Church on March 2, 2024, at 3:00 PM. Pastor Carol George and Pastor Rick Cavens will officiate. Remote viewing of Bob’s service can be viewed at Facebook Live (FBlive) at: https://www.facebook.com/SaintMarkAnchorage/live/. Donations in Bob’s memory may be made to Lutheran Social Services, Anchorage Food Bank, Beans Café/Children’s Lunch Box, or the Cancer Society. Rest In Peace Bob

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Thelma Marie O Estep - September 21, 1925 - January 04, 2024

Departed: 01/04/2024 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Thelma was born and raised on a farm near Macoun, Saskatchewan.  Thelma worked hard on the farm along with her sisters and brother.  She loved to share these stories.   She worked in Ontario and Quebec.  Thelma was an avid softball player and was selected to play on a Montreal team.  Thelma worked in Weyburn, Saskatchewan at the Mental Hospital.  After she went to Vancouver and worked as a waitress and babysat for her sister Iva.  She married Mervin Giles and they had 4 sons Algon, Randy, Herbert and Chester.  They moved to Seattle and eventually to Anchorage in 1965.

Thelma married Don Estep on December 20, 1974. Together they started an automatic transmission shop.  Thelma did the bookkeeping and sold parts.  They also sold used cars. Thelma loved to travel either to tour or to visit family.  Many trips were made to Saskatchewan to visit family.  She visited 24 states, 6 provinces and 13 different countries!

Thelma loved to have visitors; all were welcomed in her home and heart.  The last years every phone call was something she treasured.

In Thelma’s own words: “After going over all the things I have done, I believe having four sons was my biggest accomplishment.  And for the places I‘ve been, none are as great as being home with my family”.

Thelma is preceded in death by her son, Algon Giles and his wife Julie Giles, and her parents, sisters, brother.

Thelma leaves to mourn: three sons and stepdaughter, Randy Giles and Herbert Giles three children six grandchildren both of Eagle River, Chester Giles, of Anchorage, grandsons Jayson and Jesse and Linda Estep Peterson of Oakmogee, Oklahoma. A sister, many nieces and nephews and friends who thought of her as family.

A service will be held Saturday, January 27, 2024, 11:00 a.m. at Janssen Funeral Home in Eagle River.

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Charles Leslie Young - May 18, 1939 - December 28, 2023

Departed: 12/28/2023 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Charles (Chuck) Leslie Young, age 84, passed away on December 28, 2023, in Anchorage, Alaska. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on May 18, 1939 to Jesse and Aurilla Young, and the brother of Patricia Young Simon, his beloved sister.

Chuck heard the call to become a United Methodist minister early in life. He gave his first homily when he was 6 years old during a school assembly at Allen School in Dayton, Ohio - much to the mortification of his older sister. At 14 his preaching skills were recognized by the local United Methodist Conference and he began his life-long vocation as a United Methodist minister.

Chuck attended Ohio Wesleyan University in Delaware, Ohio, majoring in Pre-Theology, with minors in Greek and German.

On the first day of Religion 101 class, he noticed a beautiful girl and in a very suave move, asked to borrow a quarter for coffee. She loaned him the money, thus beginning a romance that lasted 60+ years - despite the fact she never got her quarter back. Chuck and Gerry Arleta Sexton fell in love and married June 17, 1961 after both graduated from Ohio Wesleyan. Chuck then attended Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois. Chuck and Gerry welcomed their daughter Allison Anne in 1963, and their son Christopher George in 1965. Chuck completed his Master of Divinity in June 1966 and was appointed to Harlem United Methodist Church in Rockford, Illinois. While at Harlem, Chuck became very interested in prison ministry; from 1969 to 1973 he served as the Director at Genesis House for Released Convicts in Rockford, Illinois. In 1973 he was appointed to the four churches of the North Boone Parish in northern Illinois.

Chuck and Gerry’s dream of living in Alaska came true in 1978 when Chuck was hired as the Campus Minister for the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF). Chuck loved his work as campus minister – leading student worship services and student events on campus, and working with UAF faculty and staff. His 3rd story office in Constitution Hall was marked by helium balloons flying out the office window. Chuck developed and taught a “Basic Bible” class. He organized two campus social action groups: A Time for Peace and Mustard Seed for those interested in peace and social justice. He also met with other student faith groups to learn from them and to encourage and support them as UAF students. He saw his ministry as a more than a call to Christianity – it was also a call to all those seeking discussions of faith and faith journeys, and more simply, as fellow humans on the same journey he was.

In 1995 he was appointed to the Sitka United Methodist Church. He and Gerry moved to Sitka and immediately bought the Arcos, the sailboat of their dreams. They loved their life in Sitka, becoming part of community life and making many friends. In 2001 Chuck retired from ministry. He and Gerry moved to Cooper Landing, Alaska – a place they loved since first visiting the area in 1979. Chuck and Gerry designed their dream home and loved life there. The dream home was also perfectly located so that Chuck had the opportunity to fish almost every day of the year (a lifelong dream) and Gerry had the opportunity to draw, paint, sew, and read to her heart’s content. Chuck and Gerry celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in June 2011 with friends and family from all over Alaska celebrating with them in Cooper Landing. In 2012, Chuck and Gerry moved to Chester Park in Anchorage. Gerry died on March 27, 2017 from Lewy Body dementia.

Chuck continued to live at Chester Park to be near family and friends. He met Lela Sanders there and they were married June 10, 2018 at St. John United Methodist Church in Anchorage. Their honeymoon was a trip they both longed to take - a cruise through the Panama Canal. Chuck made sure that people knew they were on their honeymoon cruise and they were toasted and congratulated many times. Cruise highlights included stops in the Florida Keys and horse drawn carriage rides through Charleston, South Carolina’s historic neighborhoods. After the honeymoon, Chuck and Lela settled into married life, continuing to live at Chester Park. They kept busy doing their favorite things: drives to see the fall color in Hatcher Pass and on the Kenai Peninsula, whale watching trips to Beluga Point, and visits to family and friends in Anchorage, Wasilla, Palmer, Eagle River, Indian, Cooper Landing and Soldotna. They were incredibly lucky to have a trailer site at the Sunrise Inn in Cooper Landing, courtesy of longtime friend Arden. They kept the trailer in Cooper Landing year-round so they could visit friends on the Kenai as well as simply being immersed in an area they both loved. One of their favorite things was to spend time with Lela’s children and their family at the Elledge/Oakley family fish site on Cook Inlet.

Chuck leaves behind his wife, Lela Joye Young, his children Allison Young McLain and Christopher George Young, his son-in-law Barron McLain and daughter-in-law Carla Young, and grandchildren Theo McLain, Ellie Young and Roscoe Young. He is survived by his sister Patricia Simon, her husband George, and their children David Michael, Karen and Susan, as well William and Debbie Lower. He is also survived by Lela’s three sons, her daughter, their families, and her grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Jim and Diane Elledge, Ron and Linda Elledge, David and Pam Elledge, and Susan and Ray Oakley.

Allison McLain expresses deep gratitude to the Alaska United Methodist Conference ministers who attended Chuck’s memorial service and those who participated on-line – thank you for honoring his dedication, his work, and the friendship he had with each of you. Special thanks to St. John United Methodist staff who supported the memorial service. Your love and respect for Dad shone through in the grace and peace of his service. For those wishing to make donations in Chuck’s memory, contributions may be made to Southern Poverty Law Center (https://support.splcenter.org) or Bread for the World (https://give.bread.org).

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Alfred Getty, III - July 13, 1954 - December 24, 2023

Departed: 12/24/2023 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Alfred William Getty III, a loving family man and proud Veteran of Anchorage, AK, passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2023, at the age of 69 on Joint-Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, AK.

Alfred was born on July 13, 1954, in Middlesex, New Jersey, to Irene and Alfred Getty Jr. As a child of a military family, he moved frequently and received most of his early education in Germany. He graduated from Monadnock High School in 1972. He immediately entered the Army, which was his intended plan from boyhood to follow in his father’s and many other family member’s footsteps. He was a devoted serviceman who truly enjoyed serving his country to the fullest. Using his GI Bill, he started college courses in various subjects. He particularly enjoyed studying History and gained a deep knowledge of world history and its details. He spoke five languages in various capacities: English, Russian, German, Spanish, and Korean. He rose to the rank of Sergeant First Class and was commissioned to become a Warrant Officer at the time of medical discharge due to Multiple Sclerosis (MS). After his military discharge and his MS condition improved, he joined the US Postal Service until his physical condition prevented him from continuing.

He then took on mastering oil painting, basket weaving, and wood carving, leaving some notable heirlooms for his family.

Alfred was a devoted husband and father with a strong work ethic. He instilled early on in his daughter and his grandson the importance of being ready and showing up early to appointments and work – to show respect to others and gain self-confidence. Alfred battled many different health complications for most of his life but always put his family first. He was known as “Mindie’s Dad,” a role he cherished, and in 2007 proudly took on the title of Grandfather. He carried on the nurturing role for his grandson, often working on study guides after school or going over their coin collection together. Alfred was not the most talkative person and sat off to the side in crowds, but to those privileged to know him, he was funny and caring. Alfred will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

A memorial service will be held at Evergreen Memorial Chapel on Friday, January 12, 2024, at 11 am, followed by a military burial service at 1 pm at the Fort Richardson National Cemetery and a reception at 1:30 pm at China Lights.

Alfred is survived by his wife, Key Getty; his only child, daughter Mindie Getty; his grandson, James William Getty; brother-in-law, Harold Manning; nephews, William Manning and Christopher Manning.

He is predeceased in death by his parents Irene Getty and Alfred William Getty Jr. , his sister, Deborah Manning and his brother, Wallace Getty.

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Carolyn Henderson - November 27, 1951 - December 20, 2023

Departed: 12/20/2023 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Carolyn Henderson was born November 27, 1951 in Anchorage, Alaska to the late Carl M. Henderson and Gloria W. Douglas Henderson. Carolyn always credited herself with pride as being the second black (non-military) born in the original Providence hospital. Carolyn was a graduate of East Anchorage High.

Carolyn loved her family and often kept in contact with local family members and those living outside the Alaska area. If you were blessed to be Carolyn’s friend, you were a friend to the end. It was very important for her to keep in touch with people she had known and grown up with.

Carolyn was adventurous and free spirited, often dancing to her own music. She loved nature and enjoyed photographing wildlife, sunsets and Alaskan scenery. She enjoyed growing plants and flowers. Later in life she had a passion for gardening and took pride in showing off her fresh vegetables.

Carolyn’s career started right out of high school, and she was fortunate to be one of the first minorities hired by Carr’s Gottstein at that time. She worked on the Trans-Alaska Pipeline for several years as a Teamster in Valdez. She also worked at Gary King’s Sporting Goods as an office manager. Her adventurous spirit and love for nature soon took her to Kodiak, Alaska where she lived and worked for a few years. As an entrepreneur, Carolyn moved to Seattle, Washington, as a distributor, introducing Leasure Curl products to the Seattle area. She returned to Anchorage and was a primary caregiver for her mother who was battling cancer. From there, she was faced with also caring for her mother’s two sisters. She was a significant caregiver for her aunt, Thelma Brinson, as she walked down the path of Alzheimer's Disease until her death.

As a young adult, Carolyn met and fell in love with her companion and friend, Timothy (Butch) Northcutt. With this union she was like a mother helping to raise his son Tari. As Tari’s family grew, she loved and had the love of his children, being named Grandma and Great Grandma Carolyn. Many years later, the love story resolved as a platonic relationship. The friendship between the families lasted until her passing. She would often say she felt so blessed and they completed and fulfilled her life as a mother.

Carolyn had health issues for many years but being a believer in GOD, never let that discourage her. She passed away unexpectedly in her home on December 20, 2023.

Preceding Carolyn in death is her father and mother, Carl and Gloria Henderson of Anchorage, Alaska and her niece Kareena Goudeaux-Smith. She is survived by her two sisters Shirley (Victor) Henderson and Valarie (Herman) Smith, Anchorage, Alaska. nephew, Carl R (Jody) Henderson of Tuscan Arizona. Her great nephews and niece Triston Barris, Brice Henderson Zion Smith and Kawija Colbray-Smith. A truly great friend Timothy (Butch) Northcutt of Anchorage, Alaska. Her “like a son”, Tari (Kelly) Northcutt of Florida, his children and a special bond with Tari’s daughter Karrisa Dunbar and her family of Kent, Washington. Also, Carolyn’s many cousins.

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Kenneth Alan Rupp - May 04, 1947 - December 16, 2023

Departed: 12/16/2023 (Anchorage)

Obituary Preview: Captain Ken Rupp left the harbor on December 16, 2023, after a ten-month fight with cancer.

Ken was born on May 4th, 1947, to Maurice and Henrietta Rupp in New Jersey. In 1969, Ken graduated from Villanova University in Pennsylvania with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.

His adventurous spirit landed him in what he thought was a short stopover in Boulder, CO where he met his love, Linda. They were married in Greenwood, Illinois on December 7th, 1974. The Bureau of Land Management enticed them to Alaska, and they spent their two-day honeymoon on the Alaska State Ferry. They lived in Eagle River for five years before the BLM wanted to move the family to Washington DC. They packed and sold everything. In the eleventh hour, ARCO offered Ken a job and they moved to Anchorage. Ken joined ARCO in 1980, and later BP. He played an instrumental role in developing the miscible injection process and many additional engineering achievements in Prudhoe Bay. What was supposed to be a two-year stint, turned into a 49-year adventure in Alaska.

Ken and Linda had two sons, Travis and Keith. Ken had a lifelong passion for fishing and boating. The family spent 25 years exploring the beautiful waters of Prince William Sound. The next stop took them to Seward, where Ken spent many days fishing and Linda gardening at their beautiful home. Ken and Linda were married for 49 years.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents and son, Keith. He is survived by his wife Linda, son Travis, daughter-in-law Amy, grandkids Sebastian and Ava, brothers Steve, John, Larry, and sister Maureen Robinson, and many nieces and nephews.

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