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Kjell Forthun Obituary
Kjell H. "Chuck" Forthun
Kjell was preceded in passing by his parents, Johann and Karin; brother, Jon; and sister, ElseMarie.
He is survived by his loving wife, Paula; his brother, Arne (Elsa); his children; Karen, Brenda, Steven, Lisa, Jim, Timm, Kenny, Wayne and Kjell, and their families; 22 grandchildren; multiple great-grandchildren.
He loved fishing, especially at Westport, and hunting in the fall. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Memorial services will be held at 4:00 p.m., Friday February 11 at Park Ridge (Chapel) Community Church in Bothell, 3805 Maltby Road.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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February 24, 2011
Stars are not only for wishing upon. They're also the windows of heaven that allow our loved ones to watch over us. Dad, you are the brightest star in the sky. I Love You & Miss You More with each passing day~ You will Always & Forever be in My Heart ~ Your daughter, Karen
LISA LAWSON
February 9, 2011
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU AND I WILL ALWAYS MISS YOU..LOVE YOUR DAUGHTER LISA
John Van Mason
February 9, 2011
I always enjoyed talking with Chuck about fishing and other topics. He was a very wise and hard working man. Chuck will be missed.
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