Irene Bogard
Published December 5, 2003
Irene Eunice Bogard, 92, died at home in Coupeville with her family by her side. She was born Oct. 13, 1911, in Adams County, Ill., to Frederick and Louisa Rippel. Irene married Charles H. Bogard on Dec. 25, 1929, in Perry, Iowa. She and her new husband traveled with his work and Irene supported the family by raising their three daughters and keeping the home in order. Charles and Irene moved to Whidbey Island in October of 1996.
Irene is survived by three daughters, Doris Swartz, Phyllis Stevenson, and Judi Rousch; 12 grandchildren and more than 20 great-grandchildren.
Arrangements by Burley Funeral Chapel.