This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Norris, Campbell, Ellis, Balke, McWayne, Brown, Wallace, Waschell, Lovelace, Brink, Coster, Boatwright, Schwartzkopf, Hernandez, Finnerty, Julian, Johnson, Wilson, Comstock, Case Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/pBC.2ACE/4058 Message Board Post: Births: Providence Medical Center, Everett: Wallace-Waschell, Darci, and Waschell, Corey, Bothell, boy, October 16. Lovelace, Crystal and Axel, Mountlake Terrace, boy, October 16. Brink, Jeni, and Coster, Christopher, Lynnwood, boy, October 18. Boatwright, April and Jimmie, Lynnwood, boy, October 20. Schwarzkopf, Stephanie, and Hernandez, Riccardo, Mill Creek, girl, October 24. Births: Stevens Hospital, Edmonds: Finnerty, Cindy and Kevin, Bothell, boy, October 7. Julian, Michelle and Jorge, Brier, girl, October 18. Johnson, Heidi, and Wilson, Mark, Edmonds, boy, October 21. Comstock, Many and Bryan, Kenmore, boy, October 21. Case, Danielle, and Greer, Richard, Edmonds, girl, October 22. Obituaries: Leonard Merlin Norris. Leonard Merlin Norris, age 97, of Mountlake Terrace, Washington, died November 8, 2005. He was born March 17, 1908, in Fort Benton, Montana. Most of his childhood was spent in Bozeman, Montana, where he graduated from Gallatin County High School in 1926. He earned a Bachelor of Theology degree and Bachelor of Arts degree from Burton College, and he received a Master of Theology degree from Burton Theological Seminary. He married H. Corene Dunbar in 1931. Many years were spent in full time ministries and interim ministries. He preached his first sermon at age 19 and served in 42 churches. He was named Pastor Emeritus in 1977, after 50 years of ministry. He preached his final sermon in 1997, after over 70 years of ministry. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Corene, in 1993; and his second wife, Lenore in 2002. He is survived by four children, Gordon, Lorene Weuthrich, Milton, and Gregory; two stepchildren, Joanne and Laurie Collins; five gradndaughters; one step grandson; one foster grandson; one great-granddaughter; and two great-grandsons. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, November 26, 2005, at Snohomish Church of the Nazarene, 1017 13th, Snohomish, Washington. In lieu of flowers please make donations to World Vision international fund. Vivian Marcella (Means) Ellis. Born on September 18, 1912, in Chicago, Illinois, Vivian lived her life to the fullest for 93 years. She passed away peacefully at home on November 10, 2005. Preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, William James Ellis, and her brother Alan E. Means, she is survived by her three children, William (Katherine) Ellis, Barbara Ellis, and Nancy (Earl) Frazier; 12 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Married on July 16, 1932, in Chicago, she lived for 50 years in Muskegon, Michigan, before making Edmonds, Washington, her permanent home in 1998. Vivian was a devoted wife and mother and volunteer in community activities throughout her life. She was an avid golfer and bridge player. She opened her heart to all she met; she was a friend. The family wishes to thank the Providence Hospice team, who cared so lovingly for Vivian in her final weeks, and a special thanks to Dr. Sarah Pohlmann, who restored Vivian's dignity and hope in her last years. Honoring her request, there were no services. Rememberances may be made to Habitat for Humanity Hurricane Katrina Relief or a favorite charity. Robert Dale "Sundance" Campbell. October 25, 1962-November 10, 2005. Dale had a heart as big as himself. he enjoyed panning for gold, playing chess, and skunking anyone at cribbage. Dale spent endless hours dreaming how he would help others if he ever won big at Lotto. He loved nature, animals, sharing a good joke, his family, and friends. Dale's friends are invited to a wake in his honor at 6:00 p.m., Friday, November 25, 2005, at Dale's house. A private family memorial service is planned for another date. Donald E. Balke. Donald E. Balke, born September 23, 1926, passed away, surrounded by his family, on Veteran's Day, September 11, 2005. He was born and raised in Crookston, Minnesota. Don served in the Naval Air Force in World War II, and then moved to Seattle, Washington, in 1948, in pursuit of his soon-to-be-wife, Corrine. A devoted husband of 56 years, he is survived by his wife, Corrine; his three children, Don Balke, David Balke, and Julie Davidson; his brother, Rolly Balke; sister, Darlene Brule; and his six grandchildren, Mason, Palmer, Porter, Estelle, Shea, and Anna. He loved his family very much and was blessed with many caring friends. An Edmonds resident for 55 years, he spent 50 years in the car business. Don was passionate about his work and serving others until the end. He was a proud member of the Shriners, and the Maple Park Lutheran Brethren Church. Don loved fishing and golfing, and was an amazing grandfather. He was always spending time with his grandchildren to help them learn and grow. But most of all, he enjoyed people. He was always looking for a way to help others. Don will be remembered and missed deeply by all who knew and loved him. There will be a celebration of Don's life at 1 p.m., held on Friday, November 25, 2005, at the Maple Park Lutheran Brethren Church, 17620 - 60th Avenue W., Lynwood, WA 98037. There will be a private committal at Edmonds Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements by Beck's Funeral Home, Edmonds, Washington, (425) 771-12324. Kelly Anne McWayne. November 1, 1969-November 7, 2005. Kelly is survived by her parents, David and Shirley McWayne; sisters, Lisa McWayne and Megan McWayne Bittinger; brother-in-law, Tony Bittinger; nephews, Myles, Justin, and Noah Bittinger; niece, Cassie Bittinger; grandmothers, Jo McCunn and Jeanne McWayne; and numerous friends and extended family. Kelly was an agel on earth, and now she's a guardian angel for so many of us. We love you, Kelly, We miss you, and our lives will never be the same without you. Rest in piece sweet girl. Memorial serivces will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, November 18, 2005, at St. Thomas More, 6511 176th Street S.W., Lynnwood, WA, 98037. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Work Opportunities, 6515 202nd Street S.W., Lynnwood, WA, 98036, attn: Phil. Kelly has worked at this special workshop for the developmentall disabled since 1991. We thank them for the tremendous joy they have added to her life. Arrangements by Beck's Funeral Home, Edmonds, Washington 425-771-1234. Ronald L. Brown. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., November 26, 2005, at Edmonds Presbyterian Church, 22600 96th Avenue West, Edmonds, for Ronald Brown, former longtime resident of Edmonds. Mr. Brown, son of Don and Colleen Brown, of Edmonds, died September 13, 2005, in Great Falls, Montana.