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EILEEN JUNE CHATTAN
February 7, 1932 ˜ May 2, 2020
Eileen June Chattan, age 88, passed away peacefully May 2, 2020 due to natural causes. She was born February 7, 1932 in Battle Ground, Washington to Clarence and Kathleen Falk. She was the youngest of two sisters and a brother. During her childhood, her family made many different moves around the northwest following the mill work of her father. While attending Stevenson High School, Eileen met her love Darrell, who went back to finish high school after serving in the war. They fell in love and got married and celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary together before Darrell’s passing. Being on the move so much as a child, she happily settled down with Darrell in Vancouver, Washington where she was a devoted wife, mother, and grammy, and great-grammy. Both Darrell and Eileen tried never to miss an event or sporting event that one of their children, grandchildren and favorite great-grandson Max were involved in. Their attendance was very much appreciated.
Darrell and Eileen enjoyed playing cards with friends, traveling on road trips, and bowling in leagues. Every night before Eileen would go to bed, she would go over to Darrell and they would give three pecks on the lips and say goodnight to each other. They were very much devoted to one another.
Eileen loved to host parties and get-togethers for family and friends. Whether she just met her guest or knew them for years, she brought much joy and love to those that were in attendance. She would host Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners and her house was decorated from top-to-bottom, inside-and-out. Actually, every holiday was like that and the majority of birthdays were celebrated at her house whether the person wanted to celebrate or not! She just loved to get her family and friends together to celebrate.
Eileen had many hobbies and interests that kept her busy. For over 50 years, she was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, which met monthly and allowed her to make many lifelong sisters and give back to the community. She also would attend painting class every week using her artistic talent on oil canvases which got quite beautiful over the years. She loved her monthly luncheons with Liz, Della, and Barbara that entailed a lot of chattan. Although Eileen had an extremely severe case of scoliosis that kept her bent over much of the time in her later years, she never tried to let it stop her. It did slow her down a bit but she was still able to travel on cruises, go to Hawaii and Scotland and if she was ever asked if she needed help, she would say “Nope, I can do it, I just need a break!” She never really complained and was a strong woman and an inspiration.
Eileen is survived by her three children, Cindy, Rose, Darrell Jr. and daughter-in-law Judy; plus 4 grandchildren, Jessica (Dan), Amy (Kevin), Michael, and Allie and fiancee Mike; and Eileen’s favorite great-grandson, Max; and the many friends that she called family. All of these she loved and touched deeply.
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Babysat for them! They were greAt friends of my parents Jean & Clair in the old neighborhood.they both passed last June. She had the prettiest smile & her kids so loved! She will be missed by such a loving family. Linda Walsh Keeley
Linda Keeley
Friend
June 7, 2020
So sorry for your loss. We lost folks in June last year. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Debbie Walsh Arends
Acquaintance
June 7, 2020
My husband Neil and I were great friends of Eileen and Darrell for more than 25 years, after meeting in Beta Sigma Phi. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of good friends.
Liz Hastings and daughters Jean and Cathy
Friend
June 2, 2020
Cindy, Rose & DJ: I was sad to hear about your mom's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. I spent many hours & days at David Douglas Park playing little league & Babe Ruth baseball. Eileen, in the concession stand, and Darrel, one of the coaches, probably spent as many hours & days as I did up there. Maybe more. I have very fond memories of both of them during that time. Eileen was especially friendly & always had a smile & a quick laugh for us kids retrieving foul balls for a sno-cone. Those were fun days. I know the memories of your mom & dad's love for each other will always be uplifting. Take care.
Doug Munson
Douglas J. Munson
Friend
June 1, 2020
i first met eileen when our children were small, my oldest being in 2nd grade. we stayed friends over the years even after moving twice, getting together for a good game of pinochle or a good movie and eileen and darrell were so comfortable to be around. i'm going to miss your mother so very much and i know they will be missed by everyone that knew them. God bless the three of you, her grandchildren and little max. barbara
barbara wert
Neighbor
May 31, 2020
so sorry for your loss. I remember her as the "cool" mom" . She was our assistant coach and I have such fond memories of going to her house after school, watching Dark Shadows and going to volleyball or basketball practice. How she put up with us ?? and she could bring us to attention so quick with one of her exaperated cries of "GIRLS" at practice. A true memorable person. Maureen S
May 27, 2020
Eileen was a good friend. We had some nice times together. I will miss her. I AM THY
SISTER.
Rosemarie Tibbels
m thy sister
May 26, 2020
My deepest sympathy to all of the family. I have many fond memories of sorority with Eileen, bowling, dance lessons with she and Darrel, and many parties over the years. She was a special friend and will be missed by many . I am thy Sister!
Margie Warren
May 24, 2020
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