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Howard 'Ki' Punches
He is survived by his wife, Linda; son, Howard "Scott" Punches; stepsons, Eric Stempak (Teresa) and Todd Stempak (fiancé Christen); granddaughters, Abigayle and Olivia; and grandson, Lucas. He was preceded in death by his son, Perry Allen Punches. He will be much missed by his brother, Dr. James Gilbert Punches and Maddie McKoane, of Florida; and his sons' mother, Nancy Punches.
Ki served in the Navy, graduated from the University of Toledo and worked at Boeing, Motorola, Fluke Corp, and Hewlett-Packard, retiring in 1986. He was a classical pianist, avid hiker, bridge player and had a passion for prime numbers.
He and Linda Lived for 18 years on their sailboat, "Starbright", crusing the Inside Passage of British Columbia, the Queen Charlotte Islands and Southeast Alaska. Ki was a witty, loving family man and friend and will be missed by many.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Everett Clinic Partnership and Providence Hospice for their dedicated care.
Remembrances can be made to Providence Hospice or the charity of your choice.
A private gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of Solie Funeral Home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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March 22, 2010
To KI,s family & Friends. I had the pleasure to become friends with Ki & Linda, And be their neighbor in Port Susan Our sorrow goes out to you for your loss. He will be missed by all who knew him. Dan & Nina Tedford
Dick & Dorothy Russell
March 17, 2010
To KI's Family & Friends. My husband and I are so sorry to hear of your loss of such a wonderful good man! KI was definitely one of the nicest persons we have ever met. We appreciate all he did for people in Port Susan. And he was a great help to the Greenbelt Committee in past years! We are sure he is enjoying Heaven now.
Love and Prayers, (We are currently in Yuma AZ. or we would be at his services!
Dorothy and Dick Russell
Terry Grinaker
March 15, 2010
To KI's Family & Friends, My thoughts and Prayers are with you at this difficult time. I had the privilage of working with KI on the Port Susan camping club " Greenbelt committee". Anytime we had a meeting KI's presence and good humor would brighten the room. KI worked on the committee to help protect the greenbelt and to educate the club members about the environment. It was a privilege and honor to know him.
Sincerely, Terry Grinaker- Forester for the Tulalip Tribes (Ret.)
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