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Wallace C. Cobine

June 21, 1923 — July 29, 2008

Obituary, Wallace "Wally" C. Cobine June 21, 1923 ~ July 29, 2008 Wallace "Wally" C. Cobine of North Bonneville, Washington passed away July 29, 2008 at his home in North Bonneville at the age of 85. Wally was born to Charles and Willa Cobine on June 21, 1923 on Wigrich Hop Farm. Grew up in Buena Vista & Hopville. Enlisted in the United States Navy on November 22, 1942 in San Diego, California and was honorably discharged April 1, 1946 in Bremerton, Washington. He received the victory metal, 11 major battle stars. He was aboard the USS Rocky Mount., USS Essex, and USS Mt. Olympus. On April 13, 1946 he married Geraldine and they had 4 children together; Michael, Ronald, Kathleen and Thomas. After the Navy he worked as a bookkeeper, and was a police officer for 18 years with the Oregon State Police, Dallas Police Department and Jefferson County Sheriffs Department. Wally was on the Sheriffs Posey. He also farmed produce for several years. He was he co-owner of the Independence Airport. He enjoyed horses, golfing, traveling to Arizona in the winters. Geraldine preceded him in death. On December 5, 1980 he married Marie. Survivors include his wife Marie, children; Mike, Cathy and Tommy. 9 grandkids and 12 great grandchildren. Proceeded in death by his son Ron. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 am Wednesday August 6th at Farnstrom Mortuary with committal service following with full military honors at Buena Vista Cemetery. Contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society in care of Farnstrom Mortuary 410 Monmouth St. Independence, Oregon 97351. Arrangements Entrusted to Farnstrom Mortuary, Independence.
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