Jack Radonski

Jack Allen Radonski, 74, of Othello passed into the arms of his Savior on August 11, 2011 after a long battle with congestive heart failure. A memorial celebration will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at 2:00 PM at First Presbyterian Church in Moses Lake. Please sign the online guestbook or leave a note for the family at www.kayserschapel.com Arrangements are in care of Kayser's Chapel & Crematory, Moses Lake.

Jack was born on October 18, 1936 in Ferndale, Washington to Anthony and Elva Radonski. At the age of fifteen he began his career as a baker, working his way up the ranks by sweeping floors, to become production supervisor at Best Pie in Seattle. He would hold a similar position at Vern's Pies in Spokane, Washington.

In 1951 he met a beautiful young woman, Dorothy "Dottie" Mae Hatherell, and on December 2, 1955 they would wed. She was the love of his life. Together, they would have two children, William Allen Radonski and Toni Lynn Young.

Jack spent the years of his retirement doing the things he loved: Hunting, fishing, and golfing; he trained his own hunting dog and raised pheasants for the state gaming department; often times, he could be found in his woodshop making a wonderfully crafted item for a friend or family member, or tending his prized vegetable garden; and he loved to sit next to a campfire, be it on one of his frequent camping trips, or in his own backyard. He and Dottie attended First Presbyterian Church where he would utilize his numerous handy skills to serve its membership and his community.

Jack is survived by his wife Dottie. Son, William Allen Radonski and daughter-in-law Donna Radonski and their two children Nick Radonski and Taushka Donovan. Daughter Toni Young and son-in-law Tim, and grandchildren Matthew and Brooke of Bellevue.

Jack was dearly loved by his family and will be greatly missed. His gentle, unassuming manner and laugh will forever be remembered.