Gene Lee Van Newkirk Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Gene Lee Van Newkirk in Olympia, Washington, born in Payette, Idaho, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Gene Lee Van left this world on August 2, 2024 at the age of 87, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Gene Lee Van departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Gene Lee Van. Though Gene Lee Van may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Everett Newkirk and Helen Van Newkirk; his wife Laura Ferney; and his sister June Van Newkirk. He is survived by: his children, Charles Van Newkirk, Noel Grant and Maria. He is also survived by his eight grandchildren.

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November 8, 2024

Tom Winters wrote a sympathy message

“The John Day Elks Lodge will be performing a Memorial Service for all the members that have passed during the past year. Gene's name will memorialized on our Memorial Board. It will be held at the Elks Lodge, 140 NE Dayton St, John Day, OR on Sunday, December 1st, at 2 PM. There will be light refreshments following.”

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