Donald Fred Speckhals
November 13, 1919 - May 21, 2005
Obituary
Donald F. Speckhals, age 85 passed peacefully on May 21, 2005 in Des Moines, WA. Don is survived by his wife of 62 years, Dolores; one daughter, Donna Ross; one daughter-in-law, Kimberly Speckhals Ilsley; seven grandchildren; several great grandchildren; one sister, Dolores Lyons and numerous nieces and nephews. Don was preceded in death by his two sons, David and Ronald. He belonged to West Seattle Eagles, Northwest Political Button Club, RUAEA and past commander of the American Legion #148 Essex, MD. A Memorial Service will be held on June 3rd, 2005 at 11:00 AM at Riverton Park United Methodist Church 3118 S 140th, Tukwila, WA. Inurnment BONNEY-WATSON Washington Memorial, 16445 International Blvd., SeaTac, WA 206 242-1787.
I knew Don through my dad, Sam Simone. Don was a kind soft-spoken gentle man, he was always very friendly to me. When my dad and I used to do rummage sales, Don would be selling as well, and he always sold more than us!! But we still liked him anyway!! I miss him already, he will forever hold a special place in my heart. Jennifer Fugleberg
We are saddend at the passing of our great friend and dear neighbor, Don he always had a great smile and encouraging word, we truly loved him and will miss him greatly.
Don – Thanks for being a part of one of the last great management teams at United Airlines. Others could have followed your example, but, sadly, did not.
Will miss your laugh and ready smile, and those occasional jokes at the “Seattle Emerald City Slickers” Luncheons.
Robert Brumfield
Dolores, my sympathy to you. You were such a great couple. You grew the plants, he chopped them down. What a team! And who could ever forget that button collection? Love, Becky
My deepest sympathy, Dolores and your family.