Klaine Eaton Obituary (1931

Klaine Eaton, 82, passed away on June 29, 2014, at Cottage in the Meadow. Klaine was born on November 30, 1931, to Squire and Charlia Eaton in Red Star, Arkansas. At the age of 13 he and his parents moved to Yakima, WA. He graduated from Highland High School and then served four years in the Navy. Upon returning to Yakima he met and married Rosemary Bolm in 1956. He attended Perry Technical Institute graduating in 1959 with a degree in refrigeration. Klaine and his family moved to Moses Lake, WA. He worked at Larson Airfield Missile Site. In 1963 he moved back to Yakima and worked in commercial refrigeration until he and his wife started Eaton's Refrigeration in 1977. He retired in 1993 and his sons carry on the business today. Klaine loved camping with his family and relatives. He also loved the many family gatherings they shared. He and Rosemary enjoyed R.V.ing and many trips to Hawaii after their retirement. Klaine is survived by his wife, Rosemary; daughter Julie (Kevin) Larson; Sons Brian and Mark (Taya) Eaton; Grandchildren Marianne and Amy Larson, Henry, Nate, and Samuel Eaton; His brother Bernie (Dorothy) Samuels of Fayetteville, Arkansas, who he did not meet until he was 62 years old, they started a very close and special relationship which he treasured. He also had four sister-in-laws and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. A special thank you to Dr. Tom Boyd and all the staff and volunteers at North Star Lodge for all the excellent care he received there. Thank you to all the staff on 2 East at Memorial Hospital, you took care of him like he was a member of your family. A big thank you to Memorial's Hospice team and the special nurses and caregivers at the Cottage. A Memorial Service will be held at Grace EV. Lutheran Church (1207 S. 7th Ave, Yakima, WA) on July 7, 2014 at 11:00. There will be a meal to follow. SERVICES Funeral service Monday, July 07, 2014 11:00 AM Grace EV. Lutheran Church 1207 S. 7th Ave. Yakima, WA