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Leo Travenshek Obituary
Leo J. Travenshek (age 54) passed away peacefully at his home on Lummi Island surrounded by his family and friends. Leo was born on March 7, 1958 in Bellingham, WA to Leo F. and Shirley (Brown). He is survived by his wife, Maxine (Robison) Travenshek; daughter, Jana Travenshek of Ferndale, WA; sons, Leo Travenshek of Lummi Island, Karl Travenshek of Seaside, Oregon and two grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 from 4:30 until 7:00 p.m. at the Lummi Island Grange Hall 2210 N. Nugent Rd. Lummi Island, WA 98262. Memorial contributions may be given in Leo's name to Whatcom Hospice or the Lummi Island Boys and Girls Club.Leo was a wonderful husband, father, fisherman and friend and will be missed by many. Please sign the Book of Memories, light a candle and leave your condolences for the family at
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Grandchild
September 26, 2024
I miss you grandpa.
Tally Miles
July 24, 2012
Maxine, I heard about Leo today. I'm so sorry for your family. I wish you peace.
Please know we are thinking about you and your family
Janet Todhunter
July 23, 2012
Maxine and family sorry for your loss, fond memories of you and your family, May God give you peace and comfort as you grieve the loss of Leo. Praying for you. Janet and Bruce Todhunter
Kristi S
July 21, 2012
I am very sorry for your loss. May your family take refuge and find strength with God who is readily to be found. (Psalms 46:1)
Tina
July 18, 2012
Maxine,Karl,Leo & Jana,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
With love and hugs,
July 17, 2012
I am sorry for your loss Maxine. What a blessing that he spent his last days at home in the company of his loving family. Take good care of yourself.
Jude Cash
July 17, 2012
Maxine and family,
So sorry to hear of Leo's passing. May you and the children find peace with the wonderful memories Leo leaves you with. Many times his name comes up, usually when we are cleaning crabs. Leo did have a unique way to get the meat out. You are in our thought and prayers.
Mike and Marlene Dyck
susan Bouma
July 17, 2012
Hey Maxine and Jana and family-my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time for you. Sue Bouma
July 17, 2012
Dear Maxine, Jana and boys,
We are so saddened to read the news of your loss, It's hard to fathom what to say that can ease the grief. We will always remember him from years ago with a grand, shining smile on his face and heart, with his blond locks flowing free.
A great memory, maybe the last time we saw you both, was maybe a few years back, when we road our bikes by your house on Lummi and thought we'd stop in, only to be welcomed like we were his long, lost friends!!! A great memory of Leo's life in general: giving, welcoming, warm and fulfilled. We will never forget him...thinking of you in this sad time, Maxine! We hope to see you soon.
Love, big hug, and sincerity, Kristen and John Whitehead
David & Elizabeth Larmore
July 17, 2012
Sending Prayers and Blessings!!!
Leanne Keel
July 17, 2012
Sorry for your loss Travenshek family. We thought Leo was such a great guy. He will be missed. Brad & Leanne Keel
Carl Vevag
July 17, 2012
R.I.P. Big Leo. Well Travensheks at least hes pain free and you have an awesome angel looking over you guys now. I always enjoyed the times i got to spend around big leo and on the island whether it was on big leos boat with lil leo or hanging out in his shop. I always thought when i become a dad i hope im as cool as this guy. I heard a story not long ago about big leo he was fishing in bellingham bay in rough weather and they were hit by a big wave that washed him off the boat only to be washed back onto the boat by another wave. I know one thing he was in good hands with his wife being one of the top nurses in bellingham and his daughter following in her footsteps. Take care Travensheks.
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