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01/16/1920
DIED
11/28/2010
Arthur Pointer Obituary
POINTER,
Arthur Richard
Of Spokane, Washington passed away Sunday, November 28, 2010 at the Little River Adult Care Home in Spokane. He was born January 16, 1920 in Webb, Cochise County, Arizona to Isaac and Etta Pointer. "Dick" is survived by a brother, Ike Pointer of Missouri; Posie Wright of New Mexico, Uldeen Barkman of Arizona. He is also survived by his four Children, Ken (Charlotte) Pointer of Pasco, Wa., Larry (Linda) Pointer of Elk, Wa. Lee (Karen) Pointer of Elk, Wa. and Mary Anne (Russell) Jones of Marysville, Wa. He also leaves 18 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his wife and dear friend, Mary Pointer in 2010, his parents, a sister, Bessie Ann and a brother, Fred. Dick wed Mary K. Wright on June 7, 1941. They spent sixty nine wonderful years together. They lived the first years of their married life in Douglas, Arizona. When the war started, Dick volunteered to join the U.S. Navy where though only having an eighth grade education he furthered his training as an electrician. He served aboard the USS Arkansas. After visiting relatives in the beautiful northwest he moved the family to Eastern Washington in 1955. He was a member of the international brotherhood of Electrical Workers for sixty seven years. He became a well respected foreman and did many large electrical jobs such as the airport lights, freeway lights, Safeway stores, and several schools in the Spokane area. Memorial donations may be made to the Spokane County Jail Ministries, P.O. Box 9791, Spokane, WA 99209-9791. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2010 at the First Baptist Church, E. 1205 Crawford St., in Deer Park at 9:30 a.m. followed by private interment at the Woodland Cemetery in Deer Park.
LAUER FUNERAL HOME, Deer Park Wa. in charge of arrangements.
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December 10, 2010
The Ladies and Gentlemen of the Washington State Veterans Cemetery extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Arthur R. Pointer for your loss, to honor his service to our country and our patriotic hero.
Linda Anne House, Founding Member
Mary Anne Jones
December 8, 2010
Daddy always held a special place in my heart. He was one of the best teachers I had. I was thinking about how he never did anything halfway- if a job was important enough to do, it was important enough to do it right. He was a gracious and kind man, doing for others without needing acclaim. He was quick to help- quick to praise- quick to pray. I hope you will be able to see his reflection in my life and in that of my children. I miss him with all my heart, but know that he and Momma are together now. Merry Christmas, Mom and Dad!
Brooke
December 8, 2010
I love you great grandpa!!
December 3, 2010
Dad sincerely cared for all of his family. He was always the first to volunteer to help in any of our building adventures. When I started a project or had a problem, he always showed up to help. Now that he is gone, I really realize how much he spoiled me! It’s comforting to know that if this imperfect man, Dad, could care and love me so much, how great the love and caring of our Heavenly Father must be for His children! How I will miss my Dad and Mom!
Nanners
December 1, 2010
Grandpa was one awesome guy! I loved my Grandpa very much and he will be so dearly missed. Thank you, Grandpa, for making your family who they are today. I think it's safe to say that we have such deep family ties because of you and Grandma. My memories are so dear to me of our days together. Thank you for every moment that is held near to my heart.
December 1, 2010
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your father. Our hearts go out to you.
Aullie and Julie Prafke
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