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CHARLES COULTAS Obituary
He was born on September 24, 1924 in Sedro-Woolley, Washington the son of James & Violet Coultas. He was raised and attended school in Sedro-Woolley.
He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946, starting his boot camp training at Farragut, Idaho. During World War II he served on the USS Steamer Bay aircraft carrier in the Pacific. He returned to his home after the war to be a farmer and a machinist working for Skagit Steel & Ironworks, later called Bendix Corp. where he work for over 40 years and he never missed a day of work.
He was a quiet, gentle man, a faithful husband and loving father, always putting his wife and children first. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were his greatest pride and joy. Working on his small farm, gardening and caring for his animals and helping others, showed the man he was.
He married Margaret Colwill on October 8, 1948, having just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Together they had 5 children.
He is survived by wife, Margaret Coultas; son, Harold Coultas (and special friend Sandi Brown); 3 daughters, Nancy Patterson (Mel), Lori Frizzell and Sherri Hopkins (Dave); 7 grandchildren, Jeff Patterson (Ruth), Andrea White (Joel), Kyle Patterson (Paige), Alison Patterson, Rachael Rosenbalm (Tim), Danny Frizzell (special friend Tara Ireland), Heather Moffet (special friend Kasey Evans); 12 great-grandchildren, Austin Frizzell, Timothy Rosenbalm Jr, Addy White, Jaci White, Olivia White, Torrin White, Trudy Patterson, Tobin Patterson, Clara Patterson, Gunnar Patterson, Tanner Evans, Ciera Brown and 2 more arriving soon; a sister-in-law, Winnifred Rohweder; a brother and sister-in-law, Ron and Mary Colwill; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his infant son, Charles George Coultas; his parents, James Coultas and Violet Keller (Housman); mother and father-in-law, George and Eva Colwill; 5 siblings, Lyle Coultas, Bud Coultas, Alta Hickman (Paul), Lillian Skiles (James), Dolly Moran (George); Robert Rohweder; brother-in-law, Tommy and Ruth Ellison, brother and sister-in-law.
Graveside services will be held at Union Cemetery in Sedro-Woolley on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 11:00 AM.
Memorials are suggested to Grace Cochrum Therapy Guild or a favorite charity.
There will be a gathering with family and friends following the service at the family home (22677 W. Jones Rd., Sedro-Woolley).
Arrangements and services are under the care of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. Share memories of Chuck and sign the online guestbook at www.lemleychapel.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Sherri Hopkins
March 8, 2009
My dad - I was so blessed to have him as my dad, he was the best dad and I will treasure so many memories I had with him! I will miss him every day. Love Sherri
Joseph Berends
March 7, 2009
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time Harold. Joe has many fond memories of Chick just puttering around the farm and giving you both "guidance." We'll get together soon.
Love,
Jan & Joe
Jake Woiwod
March 5, 2009
I will always remember going to uncle "chicks" home every few years to get a new kitten, he gave me 4 of my childhood pets, and seeing uncle chick was always fun. He will be missed. Im so glad that I will always have him in my memories, thinking of those visits brings a warm feelings. Say hi to Grandma Alta for me!
Laurie Coyle
March 5, 2009
My prayers are with the family at this time. I'm a good friend of Sherri Hopkins. I know she loved her father very much. I wish her and her family peace.
God Bless,
Laurie Coyle
Denise Hansen
March 5, 2009
Harold & family my thoughts are with you, chic was a wonderful man & you were blessed to have him as a father. Harold, I have great memories of the numerous time he helped Joe & I with projects @ your shop. Take care & bless you.
Denise
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