Ambert C. Englund Obituary (1925

They say he has been given his angel wings. What they don't realize is that he was born with angel wings. He blessed us on earth just as he is now watching over us in heaven. Ambert C. Englund passed away at Cottage in the Meadow on October 17, 2018. Am was born in St. Paul, MN on September 24, 1925, to Gust and Mabel Englund. His parents moved to Selah, WA with their three young children; Roger, Jean and Ambert. Younger brother, Dennis, later joined the family. Am loved to drive by the places where they lived and tell the stories of his childhood. Known for his mischief, he later proved to be a most loyal friend who saw the good in everyone. Grandson, Brady, described him as a 'Golden Retriever', playful, intelligent, well-mannered, and devoted. It just so happens that this was his favorite breed and it is certain that, Max, greeted him in Heaven. After High School, Am joined the U.S. Navy. When he returned to Yakima, he married Barbara (Kendrick) and they were married 70 years. They raised three children in Yakima. Known as a 'fun dad', Am kept his children entertained. He enjoyed singing, boating, bowling, golfing, water skiing, camping, and carpentry. He was always building something: fences, furniture, treehouses, toy wagons, and doll cradles for grandchildren. So many have been privileged to receive one of his beautiful, wooden boxes. They were appreciated, not only for jewelry and treasures, but as coffins for pet gerbils. Am taught many to water ski. Each received their signed and dated 'ski dollar' with the location of their first-time water skiing. He will be remembered for his record setting tow of seven skiers at once behind the ski boat. Am had a love for Jesus and often shared that a day did not go by that he was not singing a childhood Sunday school song. His charming voice was so appreciated when he would call his children on their birthday each year and sing Happy Birthday- the most cherished gift of the day! Music was playing as his favorite hymns ushered him into Heaven. Am was known for his dedicated work ethic and willingness to help anyone in need. He owned and operated Yakima Truck Service, where he made many longtime friends. Retirement took Am and Barbara to Packwood, WA where they turned their cabin on the gold course into their full-time home. They later bought the Mountain View Lodge Motel and then finally settled in Arizona for several years of fun in the sun. They enjoyed traveling in their RV across the United States, a trip to Hong Kong, and to Barcelona, Spain. Am and Barbara chose Yakima for their final home to be closer to family. Ambert is survived by his wife, Barbara, brother, Dennis, daughters, Gail (Aaron) Davenport, Rhonda (Bill) Dolsen, and son, Douglas Englund, six grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, brother, Roger Englund, and sister, Jean Carlson. A heartfelt thank you to the staff at Cottage in the Meadow for their amazing care and compassion. At the family's request, there will be a private family gathering. Donations may be made to Cottage in the Meadow in care of Brookside Funeral Home (PO Box 1267, Moxee, WA 98936), who is caring for the family.