The Obituary Section

Daniel D West

, Washington

March 26, 2026

Dan was born in Ronan Montana to Lloyd and Jean West April 19 1945. As a child Dan lived in many places across the western United States coming to settle in Spokane in 1966. He was a Chevron Dealer ran Dan West and Sons Automotive Towing as well as Hwy Safety Supply where he built and sold custom tow trucks and carried a full line of parts for all towing needs Dan and Bonnie McAteer were married in 1970 and worked side by side in the businesses until retiring in 2014. He was a lover of classic Mopar cars and his pride and joy was a red 1957 Dodge D500 Convertible. He and Bonnie entered many car shows with it and took it out as often as possible just to drive around with the top down smiles on their faces and the wind in their hair. Dan had Parkinsons and…

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Jr John Jp D Phillips

, Washington

JP passed away peacefully at his home in Nordman Idaho. He was born in Columbus OH and as a young man JP joined the Army and served for 4 years. JP was an incredibly talented musician playing Banjo Guitar and vocals. He performed in the area with Mike Wagoner John Stoll and Jaco Purdie in the Trapper Creek band. This was one of his favorite things to do. JP was known by everyone and was an Icon at Priest Lake. He had many many friends. If friendships were the currency of success IP would be considered truly wealthy. He loved Lake life and everything that came with it. He will be missed by so many If flowers are your choice to send please call Floral Traditions 2084482611 or Safeway 509 4472506

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Nellie Rosellen Graham

, Washington

On March 24 2026 the world lost a bright light but Heaven gained an angel. Nellie Rosellen Graham age 91 of Diamond Lake Washington passed away peacefully. She was born on August 28 1934 in Spokane Washington. She was a devoted wife to Robert Graham of 72 years and a loving mother grandmother and great grandmother. Nellie was raised in Spokane and attended St Aloysius grade school and Holy Names Academy. Nellie and Bob met in 1950 were married in 1953 and had eight children. Bob and Nellies love was a once in a lifetime love. Their love endured all the true tests of time. All that know them recognize their devotion as an inspiration. They moved to Diamond Lake full time in May 1982 many memories were made at Diamond Lake where friends would gather and family continued to enjoy for many years. Nellie worked in insurance and at…

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Helen Joan Carlson

, Washington

Helen Joan Carlson beloved mother grandmother and friend passed away peacefully on March 19 2026 at the age of 93. She was born on January 7 1933 and lived a life rooted in faith service and deep love for her family and community. A devoted and godly woman Helen was a faithful member of Ione Baptist Church since 1981. Her faith guided her daily life and was evident in the kindness strength and compassion she showed to everyone she met. Helen was preceded in death by her loving husband Donald Carlson in 1988. Together they built a life centered on hard work dedication and family. They farmed and raised cattle for many years and later owned and operated the Curlew General Store from 1977 to 1980. Later they moved to the Ione Metaline and Metaline Falls community where they faithfully delivered The Spokesman Review for many years She had a…

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