Author: David Wilkerson

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Mrs. Irene Byers ~ F-Faculty ~ 1966-1969


Mrs. Irene Byers ~ F-Faculty ~ 1966-1969

Departed ~ 5/16/1995

 

Irene Byers was never my teacher, she was our neighbor Irene, Becky’s mom, and a teacher, but never my teacher. And, that was probably for the best. Irene was a very nice lady, the boys all liked her. She was attractive, well dressed, and very well spoken. Becky reminds me a lot of her mom.  I mostly remember her as being one of my Mom’s friends, and she did not have many. Irene and my mom had what I called the afternoon nap club. They would both have lunch by the Honeywell Court pool, accompanied by a big frosty Singha, and the would both sleep under the cabana.  She was also, like Becky, a great fashion follower; Take a look at the old photos and you will see that the most fashionably dressed was always Irene.

G. W. “Sandy” Ferguson 69′

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Mrs. Alice Lorraine Finnigan ~ F-Faculty

Mrs. Alice Lorraine Finnigan ~ F-Faculty

Departed 1/09/11 ~ Details unknown

Mrs Alice Lorraine Finnigan, taught 4th grade on Bangkapi ISB campus 1969, and 1970. She passed away 1/09/11

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Tina Ratanavaree ~ ISB ES Secretary

Tina Ratanavaree ~ ISB ES Secretary

Departed ~ 11/9/19

 

Dear ISB Community,

With deep sadness we share the news that Khun Tina Ratanavaree has passed away. Tina was our beloved ES secretary and worked at ISB for over 30 years. She had been on medical leave for over a year and the entire ISB community missed her during her absence.

Khun Tina is well known in the ES for her constant smile, kind heart, and her love for all people. She enjoyed playing music, learning languages and was always curious about other cultures. She was a fast friend to everyone who met her; adults and children alike.

Her son let us know that she passed away peacefully on November 9th with her family by her side. He also expressed gratitude for all of the love that ISB has shown her over the years.

The memorial service is being held each day at St. Louise Marie de Montfort Church, Bang Phai Sub-district, Bang Khae District, Bangkok at 7:00 pm. The last day of the memorial service will be on November 13, 2019. The funeral will be held at Santikham Cemetery, Sam Phran District, Na Khon Pathom Province after the final memorial service on
14 November.

Tina Ratanavaree was a very special presence at ISB and will be missed dearly. We send our sincerest condolences to her family and friends.

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Perry Falconer ~ Class of 1976

Perry Falconer ~ Class of 1976

Departed Circa 1971 ~ Accidental Asphyxiation

Re: Add to Memorial List
Friday, February 20, 2009 12:56 PM
From: Randy Perritt rebelgator7@XXXXX.com
Hey Dave,

It was ether 71 or 72 that Perry died when the pilot light in the gas water heater in his bathroom had gone out and he suffocated . He has a brother that is on the alumni site I had talked to once about getting some pictures, he said he would look but never got back to me. There is a year book picture in the ’71 Erawan at Bangsue.

Take care my Friend, Randy
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William Bill Henry Napier Ellis Jr. ~ Class of 1967

Bill Ellis ~ Class of 1967

Departed ~ September 7, 2016 ~ Cause unknown

William Henry Napier Ellis Jr.

11/14/1949 – 09/07/2016

William “Bill” Henry Napier Ellis, Jr., 66, passed away on Sept. 7, 2016, at the Medical University of SC in Charleston, after an extended illness. The memorial service will occur on Friday, Sept. 16, at 2 p.m. at Christ Church Episcopal Markley Chapel, 10 N. Church St., in downtown Greenville, SC. A visitation reception will follow the service in the McKissick Room.

A Celebration of Life Marina Potluck will be held to honor Bill at the Charleston City Marina Megadock, 17 Lockwood Dr., in Charleston, SC, on Monday, Sept. 19, from 6-8 p.m. Shelley Waters will perform.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made payable to Charleston Transplant Home and sent to P.O Box 1126, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29465. Or, donations may be made to the MUSC Living Donor Institute, payable to MUSC Foundation, 18 Bee Street – MSC450, Charleston, SC 29425.

Bill was born in Fort Eustis, Va., on Nov. 14, 1949, the oldest son of William Henry Napier “Nap” Ellis and Frances Elisabeth “Libby” Woodward Ellis. As the son of a career Army officer, he moved frequently with his family starting in Alaska (before it was a state), Knoxville, TN; Long Island, NY; Okinawa, Japan; Atlanta, Ga.; and back to Virginia.

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Bradley Dunning ~ Class of 1976

Brad Dunning ~ Class of 1976

Departed ~ 2006 ~ Details unknown

I didn’t see this memorial to fallen ISBers. If his picture is not there, I would like to suggest you add my brother Brad (class of ’76). His last yearbook picture would have been in 1974. Bradley B. Dunning 1958-2006. RIP brother.

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Kristopher James Dunn ~ Class of 1988

Kristopher Dunn ~ Class of 1988

Departed ~ 01/23/2014 ~ Cancer

After a courageous battle with cancer, Kristopher James Dunn, loving son and brother, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2014 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Kristopher was born April 6, 1970 in Payson, Utah to Ronald James and Patricia Prince Dunn. He graduated from high school in Bangkok, Thailand and attended the University of Utah. Kristopher was an artist and especially loved stained glass. He also enjoyed hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, the outdoors, and his cats. His employment as a Medical Research Assistant was his favorite and he found much satisfaction in that work. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Kristopher served in the Raleigh North Carolina Mission. He loved his family and friends dearly.

Kristopher is survived by his parents, Ron and Patty Dunn; siblings, Aimee (Gardner) Kelly, Kelly (Mike) Hardy, David (Julie) Dunn, Cynthia (Joseph) Johnson, and Kimberly (Zac) Davis. He also leaves behind his Grandpa, James W. Dunn and nieces and nephews who love him. Graveside services will be held Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 2:30 p.m. at the Benjamin Cemetery, 7400 South 3200 West, Benjamin, Utah.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Bishop David S. Nielson, Rick V. Heninger, Rita Divine, his ward members and neighbors, Huntsman Cancer Institute, Absolute Compassion Hospice and Janel Larsen, RN.

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Glenn  R. Dutch Duarte ~ Class of 1969

Glenn  R. Dutch Duarte ~ Class of 1969

Departed ~ 2/10/2013 ~ Heart Failure

GLENN DUARTE OBITUARY
Glenn “Dutch” R. Duarte

It comes with great lament to announce an abrupt end to the venerable life of Glenn R. “Dutch” Duarte (July 20, 1951 – February 10, 2013), resident of Seattle and Redmond, Washington. Dutch is survived by many who loved him; amongst them are his wife, Carol, his two sons, Garrett and Brett, his parents, Richard and Agnes, and his siblings Debbie, Diane, Donna and Gayle. Dutch’s passing occurred while traveling and consulting in Bangkok, Thailand. It was a place that was close to his heart, having graduated high school in 1969 from the International School of Bangkok, and having held a directorship position at D I Designs Corporation there in recent years.

A successful architect with many local ties to the Pacific Northwest, Dutch was president of Duarte Bryant and Ambia Architecture, headquartered in Seattle’s Pioneer Square. He held a great appreciation for design, and was an advocate for historic preservation. Having earned his degree in architecture from Washington State University, Dutch and his wife remained avid WSU Cougar fans and supporters.

Born in Honolulu, Dutch held many great memories of his family and his upbringing in Hawaii. He was proud to carry the state identification card, for reasons more profound than his satisfaction in receiving the Kama’aina rate. He returned often, and he planned to maintain his connection with Hawaii throughout his retirement. Dutch was also an avid collector, and his childhood influences on the island contributed to his eclectic character.

A remembrance will be held at a later date. Dearest Dutch: You are greatly missed.

Published in The Seattle Times on February 24, 2013

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