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John F. Huske
11/22/1939 — 11/07/2010
From Benton, City, WA, US | Born in Ronan, MT
John F. Huske
John F. Huske, of Benton City, WA, passed away unexpectedly at home on November 7, 2010. He was born in Ronan, Montana to Theodore and Marvel Tierney Huske on November 22, 1939.
John came with his family to Richland in 1943. He attended Marcus Whitman Elementary School, Carmichael Junior High and graduated from Columbia High School in June of 1958.
Shortly thereafter John joined the Army and served his country nobly. Few people knew John was a decorated war veteran. In 1965, he saved a soldier trapped in an enlisted mens hotel which was blown up by the Viet Cong during the Viet Nam conflict. For his valor, Army Specialist Fifth Class John F. Huske was awarded the Silver Star by the President of the United States. John continuedto serve his country, transferring to the Air Force and retiring after 20 years of combined service.
In 1962 John married Livia E. Michalski. They had one son, Rodger John Huske. In 1993, John married Kristi Kritter Burnett. John, and Kritter Huske, own The Palm in Benton City, WA where John has made many friends over the years.
John is survived by his wife, Kritter and his son, Rodger, each of Benton City; his mother, Marvel, and his brother Rich Bev all of Richland; brother VernePhyllis of Toledo, OR; brother Michael Carol of Olympia, WA.
Other survivors include daughter-in-law, Genia Huske and granddaughters Nicole and Allison, and great-grandson, Theodore John, all of Kennewick and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Wednesday, November 10, 2010, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Einan's Funeral Home, 915 Bypass Hwy., Richland, WA. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, November 14th at 2:00 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Benton City, WA.
Memorial contributions can be made to the American Legion, the VFW, or Wounded Warriors through Einan's Funeral Home.
So sorry for your loss and our loss also
John was always prepared with a totaly cool story that would make me laugh. Just wanted to share that with ya. My heart goes out to his family and those of us who he made his extended family. In closing I would like to raise one last toast to one of the greatest men I had the honor of knowing…..
Oh, here’s to other meetings,
And merry greetings then;
And here’s to those we’ve drunk with,
But never can again.
Leaving Indelible Imprints
I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death.
They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make.
Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories.
We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.
-Leo Buscaglia
It was with sadness that I learned of John’s passing. I will remember the times we spent together while in the service in Germany. I am sure that he will be missed by all.
Cousin, Arthur J. Silva
It saddens us to hear of John’s passing. The last time I saw John he was so young. At that stage of life we all think we will live forever, but time passes and we pass. Our thoughts are with his mother Aunt Marvel and the whole family. God Bless.
Cousin
Bill Silva
I have so many fond memories of John. I can Honestly and whole Heartedly say, he is one of the best men ive had the Privilege of knowing. He was at one time My Employer and a forever friend. John was always there to lend an Ear, a shoulder to lean or cry on. John was a very Fair and Honest Person. And a True Friend. And nobody can Sing the “Rodeo Song” like he did !! Rest Peacefully my Dear Friend.
Words, however kind, can’t mend your heartache: but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends…
At this time of sorrow, may these truths sustain you… Your loved one will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort will always be as close as a prayer. You’re in our thoughts with heartfelt sympathy..Please know how much you are loved and how deeply your loss is felt by all…Remembering with you…the life of someone so dear.
Our Blessings, Terrie & Steve
What a wistful and especially poignant Veteran’s Day this is as we mourn John’s passing. I remember visiting John, Livia, and Rodger when he was stationed in Biloxi while I was at Fort Benning. Our deepest condolences to Marvel, Kritter and the entire Huske Clan. Bless you man!
Cousin Steve
I’m very sorry for your loss. I knew John from a distance but heard good things about him. I was an underclassman – went to Sacajawca and Chief Jo but moved in 57 to CA. I too served in the Army and Army Reserve and spent some time in Viet Nam 68 -69. God bless John.
Chuck
Rich and Bev, we are sorry to hear of your brother John’s passing. We’re thinking of you.
LaDean and Cliff
John always had a smile on his face and a kind word. We will miss him very much. He was a great brother-in-law.
Nancy Burnett & Vic Hoefer
I was John-s friend fromgrade school until we graduated from Col High. I did his paper route when he was on vacation in the 6th grade. John was a great gujy and I will miss him Jess Mickey Arledge
So sorry to here about Johns passing,we had a lot of good times together while going to high school.Saw John several times after high school,He was a good man and was a lot of fun to be around,I will miss him.
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