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William Jollie Obituary


WILLIAM "BILL or BUDDY" JOLLIE
November 11, 1929 ~ August 12, 2014
"Bill had a great heart. He was a man of honor
and of his word. He was a humble, caring man,
whose handshake was worth its weight in gold."

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of "Mr. Bill", 84, peacefully in the early morning hours Tues. at home, in his favorite chair. He was born in Belcourt, ND on Nov. 11, 1929 to David Pleasant and Philomene (Warren) Jollie. The family moved west to follow work in the shipyards during WWII and resided in Vanport. After the flood, Buddy stayed in Portland and graduated from Roosevelt High School. He immediately enlisted in the United States Marine Corp and served during the Korean War. Upon his return, he attended and graduated from Clark College where he met Charlene, the love of his life, whom he cherished dearly everyday.
Bill worked for Fuller Paint and Lucky Lager Brewery before becoming a well-known self-employed businessman of Kozy Kamp Tavern and Jollie's Restaurant and Lounge.
He was a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, Salmon Creek American Legion, and previous member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
Bill enjoyed all sports but his passion was baseball of which he was a very gifted player. He was a devoted fan to his beloved Yankees. His love for good old time country music and a good western especially with "The Duke" never changed. Bill and Charlene enjoyed many bus trips with Moffit Tours, he loved playing Keno, coaching fast pitch/slow pitch, and mentoring kids in Little League earlier in life. His good nature, smile, wit, charm, and wink, will be with us in memory forever.
Bill was a friend to everyone who knew him
and made many numerous friends in his 51 years
as an independent businessman in today's corporate world. He never complained or spoke
a bad word about anyone.
Bill is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 58 years, Charlene Florence (Makinster); children, Leslie (Ed), David (Cindy), Jim (Angie), Cheri (Bob); grandchildren, Crystal, Jake, Tyler, Heather, Trevor, Rachel and Will; his sister, Margaret "Peggy" Wilkie of Bismark, ND; sister-in-law, Maxine Brissett of Crooked River, OR; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, George and Edward; sister, Doris Harris; and nephew, Wayne Harris.
Bill's family wants to especially thank all of his staff, friends and patrons, past and present, including those that allowed us our bonus years at Salmon Creek Legacy Hospital, Discovery Rehab, Golden Chariot, and Davita Dialysis Center at Van Mall who lovingly cared for him.
Viewing will be held from 9:00-11:00 a.m. with a graveside service at High Noon on Fri., Aug. 22, 2014, at Northwood Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 16407 NE 15th Ave., Ridgefield, WA 98642, followed by a Celebration of Life at Jollie's Restaurant, I-5 north, exit 9.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association and the The National Kidney Foundation, Inc.
There will never be enough words to express our love for you! So until we meet again, all our love-forever.
Semper Fi Marine
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Aug. 17, 2014.
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Bill was a friend of my Mother's and became a friend of my husband and me. I knew him to be sweet and kind, and always friendly. I miss him and hope Charlene is doing well. I know life for her is not the same without him.

Carole Collins

August 11, 2020

Our sincerest condolences to the Jollie family. Bill was an extrodinary man. My folks, Sue & Harold Humbert, always spoke so highly of Bill and his family. He will be missed.

Tom & Candise Hill

August 25, 2014

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. BILL WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
SINCERELY,
DENNY & DELRAE HEASLEY

August 24, 2014

Dear Cousins,
Blessings to you in this time of grief. May you find peace and joy in the wonderful memories of the life shared with Buddy.

Gail Marie Scheirbeck

August 23, 2014

to the jollie family im sorry for your loss i played ball with the boys at glenwood i remember running out of gas in front of your house bill gave me 5 gallons of gas i tried to pay him but he would not take it this is my fond mem of bill a giving man and a native brother you all are in my heart and my prayers.

chuck lycksell

August 23, 2014

We will miss Bill and his beautiful smile and gentle way.

Les and Carole Collins

August 22, 2014

Dear Family: For all the years that have passed, and for the years yet to come, I hope you will continue to enjoy the legacy of good will that your father, Bill Jollie, put into practice with his very kind heart and his personal way of looking of life. He was my friend through all these years, and he was our friend to the end. Giving every Sunday to all of us in the form of the music that was played out at Jollie's Lounge. So many laughs, so much dancing, and all those who came was like an extended family that enjoyed such good music.
Bill and Charlene and the whole Jollie family were regulars for those Sunday sets and we could visit and enjoy Bill
on a weekly basis.
We want to thank Bill for giving us all those wonderful moments. We will miss your presence and your smile. Lydia Casey and Paul Bourland

August 21, 2014

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish our memories of you forever.

Debbie Hudlicky

August 21, 2014

Condolences go to the Jollie family in the loss of Bill We have always had so much fun when we went to the bar, restaurant or the lounge. He will be missed by all who Knew him. He is in a good place because he flew to heaven
on the wings of an angel. God bless him.
Evelyn.Thompson
and Phil Jordan

August 21, 2014

We were blessed to meet Bill. Our sympathy to Cheri, Bob, and the rest of the family.

John & Arlene Langolf

August 20, 2014

A Prayer To Grandmother Earth

Grandmother,
You who Listen and hear all
You from whom all good things come
It is your embrace we feel
When we return to you...

Condolences to Bill Jollie's family and circle of friends.
In honor of and in memory of Bill Jollie,
a tree will be planted on our Washougal property.

Respectfully,
Kenny Cochran and family

Kenny Cochran

August 20, 2014

I feel so blessed and honored to have know a man like Mr. Bill. He always treated me like family.I will never forget his wise words and I will forever hold him in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sandy McWilliams

August 20, 2014

To all of the Jollies who I hold very close and dear to my heart, I think of each of you as my family... Mr Bill was a kind and generous man who I will be great full for the rest of my life... And he will forever be close to my heart.... My prayers and thoughts go out to each and everyone of you. RIP MR BILL.. Oh and say hello to Wayne for me!!!!

Sharon Gillespie

August 20, 2014

Sorry for your loss, Bill was a good friend to all of my family, the Centers, Wallways and Hoinowskis

Monty Center

August 19, 2014

Our sympathy,and prayers are with all your family at this sad time.We will all miss his great smile. DAVE AND PATTY RUNYON

August 19, 2014

So sorry to hear of Bills passing. I will miss his stories and would like to extended my heartfelt sympathy to his wife, Charlene and his family during this sad time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Solomon

August 19, 2014

Great Man he sure was, he will be missed Thank you Bill and Charlene for helping guide me through my younger years

Darcene

August 19, 2014

Sorry for the loss of a great man. I enjoyed the time I worked for him at Jollie's. He touched many lives and I am sure he is in a better place now.

Roland Plamondon

August 19, 2014

May God take away the hurt and leave love and many good memories. Here is a candle to light your way "Mr. Bill".

Lonnie and GIl Jurgens

August 19, 2014

Our condolences to the family of a really great man. He hired our band when we first started and has been a friend sense. He was honest and fair. God has a new angel. You will be missed. God Bless each and everyone of the Jollie family. Our prayers are with you. Gods Love.

Lonnie and Gail Jurgens

August 19, 2014

My condolences to the Jolley family. What a kind man he was.

Michele Claiborne-Funk

August 19, 2014

Dearest Charlene & Family,

My deepest condolences to you and the family.
"Uncle" Buddy was a wonderful man, and I'll always remember him for accepting me as a family member at all the Jollie Reunions, even though I was not family.
Cherish all your fond memories of your dearly beloved husband and father, and they will sustain you until you meet again.

With much love,
Marcella

Marcella Marcellais

August 19, 2014

my condolences to the family we used to go to the first tavern when we were a bit younger loved bill jollie he worked many hard hours there and he did well always showed his love for charlene and the kids. rest in peace bill jollie job well done lois warren

August 18, 2014

To the Jollie family, so sorry for the loss of such an iconic clark county man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all

August 18, 2014

Dear Charlene & family: We are so saddened to hear of "cousin" Buddie's passing but also thankful that he passed in peace. What a wonderful legacy he leaves and for us the lost & found family reunion memories.Hugs for all of you. Love & prayers at high noon. Mary Ann & Roger

Mary Ann & Roger Assailly

August 18, 2014

Cheri, Thinking of you today when I heard the news of your dad. He was a great man!
Hugs to you and your family.

~Denise and Rick Miranda

Denise Miranda

August 18, 2014

Sympathy to the Jollie family. Bill was a good man. Lots of great memories at Kozy Kamp and Jollies Lounge. RIP kind sir.

Mike Kartheu

August 18, 2014

Charlene & all the Jollie Family,
My heart is heavy and my tears fall with yours. You were there to stand by us when we lost Wes,making the days easier to bear.
'Uncle Bill' was such a big part of our partying days at the lounge.There are so many cherished memories I carry in my treasure trove. I'm sure Doris,Wayne and Wes were waiting with a beer and a huge cinnamon roll to welcome him home. Right now they are probably having one huge celebration. May God and his Angels Bless you and give you strength to face the days ahead. My love and prayers to all of you.

Patricia Robertson

August 18, 2014

To the Jollies , words can't say enough of what a kind man he was. Deepest sympathy to all of you may he rest in peace.

Teresa Whittle

August 18, 2014

Cherie, our sympathy for you and your family at this time of loss. May Bill be a star in the sky to remind you of his life.
Gil and Jolene Arthur

Jolene Arthur

August 18, 2014

Bill was a great man and will be missed. Loving thoughts to all the family.

Ken and Linda Steen

August 18, 2014

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. Bill taught so many people such good life lessons through the years.

Bud and Sherry Sargent

August 17, 2014

I have very fond memories of bowling with Bill, Charlene, Leslie, Dave, my late friend Reggie Carmody and my late husband Gary. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Patti Luke

August 17, 2014

Bill was part of my life for many years - beginning when he would visit Charlene as my baby-sitter. Through Little League and softball with our kids and then just seeing each other out and about. Bill you will be missed by many and held in many hearts.
Corky Purvis Senecal

Corky Senecal

August 17, 2014

I spent a lot of time and had many good memories there at Jollies.met so many friends there,including the Jollie family. My prayers are with the family.Bill was a great guy.sincerely,RONI.

Veronica(RONI) Covel

August 17, 2014

Charlene and family. So saddened to hear of your loss. Bill really was a special fella. I know he will be dearly missed.

Remember the good times - I'm sure there are many. Thinking of you all.

August 17, 2014

Bill, a very special man. If you were his friend, you were blessed. You will be sorely missed.

Sheryl Amburgey

August 17, 2014

Bill will be missed on our many bus trips. A good man to have the privelige of knowing. Rest in pease, Bill

Jeanette Dunkin

August 17, 2014

Thank you Brother Bill not only for your service as a Marine but the life you brought into our community... enjoyed our Devil Dog Growls at Jollies

See you at the gate...
Semper Fidelis
John Stofiel

John Stofiel

August 17, 2014

The Marines and Corpsmen of the Pierce County Detachment #504 Marine Corps League, Share in Your Loss. Rest in Peace Marine, Semper Fi!

George Hilbish

August 17, 2014

I first met the Jollie family 40+ years ago in baseball. In all those years I can never remember a time Bill did not greet you with that incredible smile and firm and honest handshake. Bill was one of the hardest working people I have ever met yet never did he complain, he always had time for a kind word and just seemed to have a love for life that was so contagious.

To the Jollie family, we are so sad for your loss but we can't think about Bill without smiling. Just thinking about him, his kindness and wit made the world a better place.

His was a life and he was a man worth celebrating.

Sincerely,

Matt, Katie, Ben and Ashlynne Jeffries

Matt Jeffries

August 17, 2014

My Dad, Howard Johnson, thought the world of Bill,as did I. When Daddy passed we can't thank you enough for the wonderful memorial we had for him at Jollies. Bill was a wonderful man and I am thankful that I knew him. God bless you all in your time of sadness.

Deb (Johnson) Dusenberry

August 17, 2014

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