Born June 20th 1933 in Everett Washington and passed away August 6th 2006 in Richland Washington from cancer. Dode is survived by Sandra Coudare, his loving wife and best friend for 52 years. He was surrounded at his time of death by his children Debbie Coudare, Kimber Hughes, Laurie Coudare-Berry, Mike Coudare and Denise Moberg. Also present were sons-in-law Michael Atkins, Jeff Hughes, Ron Berry, Ward Moberg, and daughter-in-law Jackie Coudare. Dode was blessed with the following grandchildren who were also present at his time of death, Kyle Hughes, preceded in death by Phillip Coudare, Lindsay Hughes, Christopher Berry, Jason Berry, Jamace Coudare-Atkins, Tyler Coudare, Bryce Coudare-Atkins, Kevin Berry, Colton Moberg, and Jalen Moberg. He was also survived by his siblings, Bonnie Coudare, Darrel Coudare, Donna May Riedel, Larry Andersen, Don Smith, and Donna Jean Smith. Dode was a man dedicated to his family and friends. His deeds always spoke louder than his words.

Dode graduated from Everett High School and served four years in the US Navy during the Korean War. He served on the USS Philippine Sea and was awarded the following: United Nations Medal, Korean Service Medal Five Stars, China Service Medal, National Defense Medal, and a Good Conduct Medal. In his own words, ''I'm a fortunate Man,'' and ''I Fought the Good Fight.'' Besides his family his passions were fishing, working in his yard, and helping his neighbors and friends.

The funeral service will be held at Tahoma National Cemetery on Aug 25th 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Following will be a reception celebrating Dode's life at the home of his daughter Debbie Coudare, 3:00 p.m. Mukilteo, Washington.