After overcoming every obstacle and setback for almost five years, Shpresa Malazogu died peacefully at home on the morning of April 11th under the loving care of her husband John, daughter Jody, son-in-law Neal and new grandson Anderson Axel Tahiraj.

She loved her crew of guys and gals. And they loved her just as much. Many of them continued to visit right up until Shpresa's passing.

Shpresa Malazogu loved being in the fresh air and was an avid outdoorsman. She loved planning yearly summer hikes, fishing excursions, and golfing with her lifelong friends. Annual fishing trips to Sekiu and golf tournaments at Alta Lake were (and will continue to be) family traditions.

Behind their white picket fence, Shpresa Malazogu and John loved to tend their beautiful garden together and were even featured in several national magazines. And as the sun was setting, you could always find them on their vintage front porch, wine in hand, inviting you for a glass, or just some friendly conversation with anyone that wanted to.

Shpresa Malazogu could make friends with anyone. She had a knack for knowing a bit of everything, but was never a “one-upper.” She was a great story teller and could remember finite details the rest of the world had forgotten. After you met her, she made you feel like she was your best friend, and you could walk away thinking that you knew her for years. The woman simply did not know a stranger.

As you are reading this, take a moment to look out and watch the clouds go by. And tonight, go outside, look up and smile at the stars.

Joy Wilson had 3 children: Tonia Bacon (Kevin), Steve Short (Cindi), and Tracy Manes (Ron), 12 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, a brother Joseph Harp (Sharon).

Trevor E. Gault, passed away suddenly due to injuries from a car wreck. He was full of life, had tons of friends, loved the colts, and music! Trevor is survived by father, Steven Thompson. Brothers, Chad Thompson, Joseph Gindhart, and Nathan thompson. Sisters, Angela Smith, and Marci Skelton. Sons, Trevor Gage Robinson, and Jack Doty. He was preceded in death by his mother Karen rooks. Trevor will be missed and loved dearly.

Tamara Quazalla Washington was born on March 26, 1960 in Detroit Michigan to Ethelene Washington and Clearance Simmons. She was the oldest of five children. She was known to all as Tam.

Tamara attended Detroit Public Schools . And later attended Shaw College. She then started her job as a secretary and she love her job.

Tamara accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord Savior and attended Saint James Missionary Baptist Church, She later became a member of Solomon's Temple.

Tamara was a fun loving person with a bubbly personality. She loved taking walks. She loved to read( mainly the Bible). She would read her children Bible stories as they grew up. She also loved watching her soaps General Hospital and All My Children. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and all her family.

Tamara departed this life on April 8, 2016. She leaves to cherish 7 children: Terrance Washington(Glencetta), Rodney Washington( who preceded her in death), Jeremy Washington(Laquita), Tameisha Washington, Terry Washington, Candice Washington, Marcus Washington; 18 Grandchildren; 2 brothers Randall Simmons, Danzely Simmons( who preceded her in death), 2 sisters Karen Simmons and Veronica Chambers. She also leaves her life-long partner Mark; and a very special devoted friend Ronald Fowlkes.; and a host of friends and relatives.

Pamela Egbert Dowling, a resident of Woodinville Wa., passed away at Evergreen Hospital on March 28 2016 at the age of 67. She was surrounded by family and friends and we were all honored and privileged to be by her side.

Pam was married to Kirk Dowling in 1973 and spent 43 years building their lives together. Pam is survived by their son Brandon (Rachelle) Dowling of Granite Falls, daughter Autumn Dowling of Bothell, grandson Jaydon Tramell of Woodinville and grandson Damon Dowling of Granite Falls. She is also survived by Mother Joyce Egbert of Woodinville, siblings Debbie Bahr of El Dorado, Scott (Paula) Egbert of Plain, Cheri (Kevin) Doyle of Snohomish and Jeff (Shelly) Egbert of Bothell. Pam was preceded in death by her father, Dale Egbert, who passed in 2000. Pam is also survived by many nieces, nephews and countless number of friends, who will miss her dearly.

At the early age of 2, Pam was struck down by Polio. At 3, she was forced into a wheelchair. She overcame horrendous obstacles and road blocks in her life to become the incredible women that she was. As Pam moved through life inspiring and mentoring, she presented herself to the world with courage and grace, allowing her handicap to become irrelevant. With careful thought and consideration and the ability to listen and hear, she helped all of us see the world from a better perspective. Determined to make a difference, she championed many issues that help make life a better place for the mobility challenged.

For all of her challenges, Pam loved life. She loved her family and friends. She loved the pure joy of playing pinochle and sharing discussions with a group of longtime friends. Her loving spirit along with her great ability to counsel others is a gift we will continue to cherish.

Pam graduated from Lake Washington High School in 1966. With true grit and determination Pam strapped on her braces, grabbed her crutches and proceeded to traverse the hallways and stairs of Lake Washington High School. She was just another one of the kids, “no special treatment needed". She attended college in Everett and later the University of Washington. She worked for the University of Washington from (1975-77) as an Office Manager with the Alaska Regional Medical Program. After the program lost it's funding, she accepted a position (1978-80) as Office Supervisor at the University of Washington (School of Dentistry) Patient Admissions. She then worked off-campus for a program called Handicap Referral Services. During this time she attended Bastyr University and received her Master's Degree in Grief Counseling. She later worked for King County, which employed her for a number of years until retirement. She also volunteered for the Hospice Program at Evergreen Hospital for several years. Pam loved to volunteer and serve her community. Many organizations benefited from her presence and insight. She was also involved at the Center for Spiritual Living performing administrative duties and office support.

Pam will always be remembered for her compassion, wisdom and great sense of humor. Reaching out to family and friends, remembering important occasions in people's lives with thoughtful cards and her motivation to learn and share new ideas, were all part of Pam's arsenal that will be forever missed. Most that knew Pamela Joyce Egbert Dowling will recognize her as one of the greatest women of her generation.

In Memory of Pamela Egbert Dowling
Wisdom Keeper, Sacred Journey Companion
Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Friend
Your Journey has ended, your next one begins

Rest in Peace Pam

To all of you who knew my brother, Lee Brancato, it is with great sadness that he passed on April 8, 2016 at the age of 51. My brother was the best man I knew... the real deal... the salt of the earth. He gave of himself without hesitation. He was a gift to all who knew him. Lee had a horrific motorcycle accident in June of 2015 and suffered greatly. He was paralyzed from the waist down, but still strived to be the best person he could be... he never stopped trying. He never gave up. Life was hard for him a lot of the time, but we were a team... I loved him dearly. Please keep him in your hearts... as he will always be in mine. As he always said... Peace and Love...