Will Northern

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Will Northern - Madison Parish, Louisiana

From Tri-City Herald – Kennewick, WA February 27, 2016

The Lord graciously dispatched His angels in the early morning of February 20, 2016 to bring Will Northern on home to rest. Will was born on July 17, 1936 to Percy Northern and Cornelius Carter in Tallulah, Louisiana. He was raised by loving parents and under the careful guidance and influence of his grandfather. Throughout his school years he gained a love for learning and enjoyed many subjects especially math. Will joined and served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957 during the integration of minority soldiers. He served post WWII in displacement camp in Babbenhaussen, Germany.

After moving to Washington, Will met the love of his life, Barbara Butcher. Their courtship led to Will asking her father for her hand in marriage. Will and Barbara celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2011. Will was a caring husband for 54 years. As a loving father, he took pride in his children. Will consistently emphasized the importance of education and regularly encouraged his children to do and be their very best. His sound words of wisdom and loving guidance will forever be imprinted in our hearts and minds. Will enjoyed fishing, camping, and gardening. Barbequing was another favorite summertime activity enjoyed by family and friends. He was a great Pit Master and freely shared his tips and techniques with his family. Will was a Mariners baseball fan through and through. He enjoyed a variety of other sports as well. Will's work ethic was steadfast. He emphasized the importance of work not only in words and guidance to his children but he also modeled it through his own actions.

He began his work career in construction working on various projects including Ice Harbor Dam. He moved on and secured employment at Westinghouse Hanford which later became Flour Daniels working in facilities and operations. His ambition, strong work ethic and personal drive led him to take advantage of various trainings and certification programs. He progressed his way up the career ladder to become a certified Chief Power Operator and then on to be a part of administrative management. He retired after 28 years of dedicated service. He was highly respected for his leadership and depth of knowledge of his work in so much that he was asked to come back after his retirement.

He is preceded in death Percy Northern, Father, Cornelius Kinsey, mother, Jeff Kinsey, stepfather, two brothers and two sisters.

Will is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Northern, Pasco, sister, Emma Mitchell, Memphis, TN., his children - daughter, Deborah Northern, Renton, WA; son, Will Northern Jr. Vancouver, WA; Michael Northern, Tacoma, WA; daughter, Tina (Northern) Serna and her husband, Steve; daughter, Teresa Northern, Kennewick, WA and son, Shannon Northern, Seattle, WA. and a host of beautiful grand-children and great-grandchildren. He also leaves a host of extended family members, friends and neighbors.

The family would like to extend sincere appreciation and gratitude Kadlec Medical Center ICU doctors, staff, Chaplin Tim and Pastor Jenkins.

Visitation will be Sunday, February 28, 2016 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Mueller's Greenlee Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 29, 2016 at 11:00am at Mueller's Greenlee Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held at City View Cemetery following the services. The family invites you to sign their on-line guest book at www.muellersfuneral homes.com.