March 21, 1912 - July 15, 2015
Oscar L. Standy Obituary Oscar L. Standy died Wednesday, July 15, 2015 in the care of Hospice of Spokane at the age of 103. He was the son of Mikkel and Lena (Johnson) Standy born on March 21, 1912 at the family farm in Geddes, South Dakota. His parents had emigrated from Norway and he was one of twelve children. Oscar married Helen Jean Lunn on Sept. 1, 1934 and in 1935 they began their journey west to Spokane. Subsequently, several members of their families followed them west. Oscar found work as a carpenter for the Armour meat company. In the fall of 1941, Oscar and Helen purchased their first home on East 29th Ave. where they hosted many family dinners and celebrations. When they moved to West 28th Ave. the family gatherings continued and were frequently hosted outdoors on the back patio where Oscar�s stunning flower garden could be enjoyed by all. Oscar was a longtime employee of the International Harvester Company, a farm equipment distributor. He worked in the parts department and retired in the early 1970�s as manager. After retirement Oscar devoted more time to his extensive gardens. His roses were especially beautiful. After their retirement Oscar and Helen enjoyed vacationing in Hawaii several times. His loving wife, Helen, preceded him in death on August 30,2005 after nearly 70 years of marriage. His parents and 10 of his siblings have also passed away. Oscar is survived by one sister, Myrtle Scott of Geddes, South Dakota. Numerous nieces and nephews are among his surviving relatives. The family wishes to extend their heartfilled gratitude to Hospice House of Spokane for their kind and loving care Oscar experienced in the last days of his life. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Oscar�s memory to Hospice of Spokane (121 S Arthur, Spokane, WA 99202). Visitation is scheduled on July 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Heritage Funeral Home. A celebration of Oscar�s life will on July 24 at 1:30 p.m. at the Heritage Funeral Chapel. � To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Oscar, please visit our Tree Store. Read more Events JUL 15
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