Russell Overly

Russell F. Overly, 94, of Polson formerly Edmonds, Washington, passed away Monday, March 30, 2009 at St. Joseph Hospital of Natural causes. Born April of 1914 in Montrose, Colorado, Mr. Overly was a WW II veteran and tail gunner in B-17 bombers. His adult career was spent in the electrical business in Washington State. In his younger days he was a daring private pilot. In his 50's his interests turned to sailing the waters of Puget Sound. He was a competitor in yachting races and active member of Edmonds Yacht Club, along with his wife, Ida. After his sailing days he became a golfer, then an armchair enthusiast of baseball and avid lover of dogs. After living in Edmonds since 1960, Mr. And Mrs. Overly moved to Las Vegas in 2003 to be near his oldest daughter and husband. After the death of his wife of 55 years in 2005, he relocated to Polson's St. Joseph Retirement Community to live near his youngest daughter and husband. St. Joseph provided a comfortable and caring environment for his final years. Mr. Overly is surivived by his daughter, Kathleen (Richard) Lenahan of Battle Ground, Washington, his daughter Candyce (Dale) Brevik of Polson, granddaughter and great grandson Melissa (Rob) and Spencer Gracely of Tigard, Oregon, grandson Joseph (Stephanie) of Las Vegas, Nevada, step granddaughters Karistan (Brett) Sproull and Kimberly Brevik (David Hernandez-Angeles) of Missoula. Grogan Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Russell's life will be celebrated privately in Polson, and this summer in Battle Ground. Condolences to the family at www.groganfuneralhome.com