James "Jimmy" J. Traper

Aug. 20, 1920-Oct. 27, 2007 

Leona E. Taper

Jan. 20, 1914-Oct. 29, 2007 

Jimmy was born to William and Loreto Taper in 1920 in
Maltby, WA. Leona was born to Karl and Clara Pichler
in 1914. 
They leave behind a large family of loved ones. James
brother, Oscar, preceded him in death. Leona has one
sister, Ella Jones (Dick), of AZ, Carl Pichler, of
Colville, WA. Leona's brothers, Leo Pichler and Johnny
Pichler; and sisters, Mildred and Norma, preceded her
in death. 
They have two sons, Richard F. Milbrad (Peggy), of
Electric City, WA and James L. "Jimbo" Taper, of
Snohomish, WA. They have nine grandchildren, Doug
Milbrad, Richard Milbrad, Terry Milbrad (Shannon), Tom
Milbrad (Jenna), Teresa Milbrad, Dina Evanson (Steve),
and Gene Milton; and step-grandchildren, Linda and
Pam. They have 23 great-grandchildren; and three
great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces,
nephews, and many many friends.
Jimmy and Leona were married in 1950 and went together
for 20 years before that. They both loved the
outdoors. They spent man hours camping with family and
friends. Dad loved to fish and hunt and Mom always
went with him. She fished but stayed by the campfire
while the men hunted. Jimmy was honorably discharged
as a T-Sgt. from the United States Air Force in 1945.
He received many medals of Honor and ribbons.
They both loved music and played almost every weekend
their house would ne filled with family and friends
playing instruments. Jimmy played the accordion and
many other instruments. Mom played the organ and
guitar. She had a beautiful voice and sand with some
big time bands that came to Seattle. Her voice was
still beautiful at age 93. 
We would like to thank Providence Hospice for the many
hours they spent lovingly doing their jobs.
Especially, Joan, Heather and Charlie the Chaplain.
And a big thank you to grandson, Doug Milbrad, who was
by their side for over one year lovingly taking care
of them.
They will be missed by all of us and we send both off
with all our love. 

Published in The Herald (Everett) on 11/1/2007.