Lyle L. Irwin

Lyle Leo Irwin Lyle passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at the age of 98, with his family by his side. Lyle (called “Murph” by many close friends) was born on May 4, 1917 in Devil’s Lake, North Dakota where his parents were wheat farmers. At an early age, the family moved to Aberdeen, Saskatchewan, Canada where he lived to the age of 15. He was preceded in death by his twin brother (Loren), 8 other siblings and step-siblings, in addition to two wives (Josie Percy and LureBelle Looney). He returned from Canada to the United States and joined the Navy in 1937, where he served for 20 years. He served aboard the light cruiser “The Santa Fe” during WWII, navigating in the Pacific Ocean, and was stationed in Japan during the Korean War. During his tour of duty in Japan, Lyle and his wife, Josie became parents of their daughter, Madeline. After retirement from military service, in 1957, the family moved to Wenatchee, Washington where he was employed as a meat cutter for the following 21 years During the following several years he was a member of Fleet Reserve, the Wenatchee Elks Lodge, and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wenatchee for more than 50 years. Up until several years ago, Lyle was an ardent fisherman and enjoyed many hours fishing on lakes and rivers, as well as deep sea fishing in the Pacific Ocean. However, as of the most recent years, he has replaced the more energetic sports for travel and vacations via plane, car and cruise ships. After the death of his wife, LuraBelle, Lyle married Pencie Williams who passed away on March 10, 2014 of Wenatchee. Survivors include his daughter Madeline Applegarth of Spokane; step-daughters Carla Reeves (Bob) of East Wenatchee; Susan (Tom) Morgan of Arizona; Sue Foster of Everett; and great grand-Children complete Lyle’s immediate and extended family. Private Family Graveside Service will be held with Military Honors at Wenatchee City Cemetery. Please express your thoughts and memories on the online guest book at jonesjonesbetts.com. Arrangements are by Jones & Jones – Betts Funeral Home.

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Lyle L. Irwin

May 4, 1917 - December 29, 2015