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Lyle Ferris Obituary

Lyle Arthur FERRIS Age 94. Born April 1, 1917 in Platte, SD and lived in Seattle for 64 years. Passed May 8, 2011 in Seattle, WA. In addition to his beloved wife, Gwen, he is survived by his stepsister, Norma, 3 children, 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. He retired from Boeing in 1981 and enjoyed fishing, dancing and tinkering with cars. In passing he now joins his son, Greg. The funeral service will be held Friday, May 20, at New Life Church, 15711 152nd Ave SE, Renton, WA with viewing at 10 AM, service at 11 AM & a reception immediately following.

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Published by The Seattle Times on May 15, 2011.

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James & Sarah Williams

May 19, 2011

We will always have a special place in our hearts for Mr. & Mrs. Ferris. My parents ( Moses & Sandra ) wish so badly to be here but can't be, so with love and warm wishes sent from afar, we embrace the Ferris family and want you to know, He was an amazing man. We will trully miss him. May God comfort you in your time of loss. Miss Gwen, we love you and we Thank You for sharing Mr. Lyle with us...

Steve Morphis

May 16, 2011

R.I.P.

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