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Derry ULVEN Obituary
"Swede"
ULVEN, Derry
(Age 78)
Derry Dean Ulven, "SWEDE", passed away in Spokane on August 26th, at the age of 78, after a brief illness. Born in Lignite, ND on January 2nd, 1934, he grew up in Montana, and moved to the Deer Park/ Spokane area 45 years ago.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Deana Ulven "Blossom", of Deer Park and his son, Douglas Ulven of Spokane. Also three sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. Two granddaughters and a great- granddaughter of Florida.
He served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean conflict. He was a member of the Eagles. He retired from Kaiser Aluminum Mead plant where he was a foreman in the rodding room. All who knew him, knew he loved life. He was an avid fisherman, loved to golf, was an amazing mechanic, had a great sense of humor - often tagging folks with nicknames. His multitude of friends are too numerous to name, they all know who they are. Everyone touched by him knew what a great man and person he really was.
A special thanks from his family, to his nephew, Jack Dillon, and the members of "Swedes Group" at Deer Park Golf Course.
He will be sadly missed by all. He was a great husband, father, and friend. No services will be held per his request.
Goodbye Sweetheart / Pa / Unc / Brother / Papa / and our friend.
We will see you in heaven.
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Memories and Condolences
for Derry ULVEN
Lauri
August 25, 2019
Love and miss you Uncle..
September 9, 2012
To one of my "favorite neighbors".....Derry will be so missed in the old neighborhood.....He was such a great help to all.....especially single gals like me who always needed a question answered or something "mechanical" looked at.....Will never forget how diligent he was with his trusty John Deere tractor, which he soooo loved, and all that snow he plowed keeping driveways clear during lots and lots of snow....Derry, you were our neighborhood joy....You will be sorely missed. My heart goes out to Little Deana....she is such a sweet lady....so sad for her loss.....CL
LARSON KAY
September 8, 2012
RIP,MY BROTHER, YOU WILL BE WITH ME FOREVER!! WHAT WONDERFUL MEMORIES, I HAVE. I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH!!
September 7, 2012
Dear Uncle Derry, Thank you for all the laughter and enthusiasm you shared with everyone. love, Paula
September 2, 2012
To my uncle Derry, from the viking side of my family...you were such a fun uncle that always made us laugh...the Northmen's lament..when you passed crossed through my mind...for the 13th Warrior...
Lo, there do I see my father.
Lo, there do I see my mother,
my sisters and my brothers.
Lo, there do I see
the line of my people
back to the beginning.
Lo they do call to me.
They bid me take my place
among them in the halls
of Valhalla, where the brave
may live forever.
RIP Uncle....
Sue Smith
September 1, 2012
Uncle Derry you were always Auntie Deana's prince and treated her like a queen. You two are like peanut butter and jelly! We were blessed to have you in our family and our lives. We are the lucky ones :)
September 1, 2012
What can I say . . . . . You were the ultimate brother/dad/& friend to me. There is a void that can never be replaced , in my heart. Dell & I love you so much as do Connie and Kay. Love always, Nonie
Caryle Cortes
August 31, 2012
Uncle Derry,
I've never met another person with a better sense of humor, you brought joy to so many people with your fun personality.
Korean War
August 31, 2012
The Washington State Veterans Cemetery extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Derry D. Ulven for your loss, to honor his service to our country and our patriotic hero
Connie Ulven Otto
August 31, 2012
Derry, you'll always be a light in my heart, I love you with all my being. I remember all the fun and laughter we Ulven kids shared...Thank you for who you are..my beloved big brother..See you later,your little sis Connie
Rooney
August 30, 2012
I am grateful for my connection to a life that was lived with a kind, generous heart, consummate humor and wit.
Envisioning you with wings brings a smile - I know you absolutely smoked the rest of the celestial souls on their way to the pearly gates. Rest In Peace, Uncle Derry xo
Lauri
August 30, 2012
Unc, Thank you for all the wonderful memories. I will never forget your laugh, your smile ( I can't remember you ever not wearing it) and especially your kindness. See ya on the other side
Jack Dillon
August 30, 2012
Unc ,you were a great man and role model to me and my family. It was an honor I'll never forget being your nephew.Jack
August 30, 2012
We grew up like brother s I will always remember the good times we had
Nob
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