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Meet the state's secret 'ferry flower fairy' - KOMO News

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. -- Flowers may not grow on Washington State ferries, but apparently kindness does.Janelle Eller, a worker on the Bainbridge Island Ferry, buys fresh floral arrangements with her own money roughly once a week and then spends time setting them up in the women's restroom before her shift."It's a great feeling when you're noticed by the passengers. I've had written notes. I've had things left on the mirrors for me," Eller said. "I even had a lady bring me in a bouquet of flowers just for me to take home."Eller's official job title is 'ordinary seaman,' which means she does a little bit of everything on board the boat. Florist, however, was not in the employee description when she took the job six years ago."I was inspired by another worker that's been here over 30 years. She used to bring them from her garden and put them up," Eller said. "She's an inspiration."Passengers will notice the flowers and leave compliments on the ferry system's comment cards, said Ian Sterling, spokesman for the Washington State Ferries."She's the one that classes the joint up. I was noticing that the other day," said Hann... http://www.komonews.com/news/local/Meet-the-states-secret-ferry-flower-fairy-331126311.html

Richland florist who refused service to gay couple loses again in state Supreme Court - iFIBER One News

Richland florist who refused service to gay couple loses again in state Supreme Court  iFIBER One NewsWashington Supreme Court rules once more against Richland florist who refused flowers for same-sex wedding  Seattle TimesWashington court upholds ruling in case of flowers for gay wedding  KING5.comArlene’s Flowers owner vows to fight on after justices say she discriminated against gay couple  Tri-City HeraldWashington Supreme Court upholds decision on Arlene's Flowers case  KEPR 19View full coverage on Google News... http://www.ifiberone.com/news/richland-florist-who-refused-service-to-gay-couple-loses-again/article_c947d88e-88af-11e9-8d1e-0b6c243e65c9.html

Punished by Wash. State for Refusing Gay Couple, Florist Named Best for 2019 by Local Community - CBN News

In an ironic twist of events, the Washington state florist who is being punished for refusing to make a floral arrangement for a gay wedding was just named the best florist of 2019 by her local community.Barronelle Stutzman is the owner of Arlene's Flowers, a floral shop in Richland, Wash. that has been in business for 42 years.  According to the Tri-City Herald, the flower shop is a community favorite. For the past seven years, the newspaper has been publishing its People's Choice Awards and Arlene's Flowers has been named the Best Florist four times."I'd like to think our customer service is a big key," Stutzman told the newspaper. However, Stutzman was fined for refusing to make a floral arrangement for a gay wedding in 2013.  Earlier this month, the Washington state Supreme Court upheld its earlier ruling against herThe case could wind up back in front of the US Supreme Court. As CBN News reported last year,  the US Supreme Court had rejected Washington state's previous ruling, ordering the... https://www1.cbn.com/cbnnews/us/2019/june/punished-by-wash-state-for-refusing-gay-couple-florist-named-best-for-2019-by-local-community

Deaths for the week of June 14, 2019 - The Jewish News of Northern California

A graveside service was held on June 12.Donations in Ruth’s memory can be made to Shelters for Israel, 228 S. Crescent Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 and Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, D.C., 20090.Pearl J. ZeimerPearl J. ZeimerPearl J. Zeimer passed away peacefully in Corte Madera, California three months before her 102nd birthday. She was the beloved wife of the late Danny Zeimer, who predeceased her in 1995. Loving and cherished mother to her daughter and son-in-law, Jill and Jonathan Fink, and her twin sons, David and Gilbert Zeimer, their wives, Renée Zeimer and Ellen Young. Loving aunt to Devorah Joseph. Adored “Baba” to her grandchildren Courtney Fink, Whitney Fink and Ben Shalant, Jamie and Adam York, Hilary and Sara Zeimer. Great-grandmother of twins Danny and Layla York and Eponine Shalant.A native San Franciscan, Pearl’s passion was always her family, keeping them close and watching them grow and prosper. Family vacations included summers in Sonoma, winters in Palm Springs, Hawaii and Mexico. Pearl loved entertaining and was the consummate hostess, known for her brisket and chopped liver. We commend her long and remarkable life as the matriarch of our family. We are very thankful for the care she received to help maintain her dignity and independence over the last three years.A private family service was planned in San Francisco. Donations can be sent to Hospice By The Bay in Marin County, 17 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Larkspur, CA, 94939, the American Cancer Society or your favorite Jewish charity.Michael Evan ZlotJuly 1, 1974–June 10, 2019Michael Evan ZlotMichael was born at Mount Zion Hospital in San Francisco. He is the third son of Mary and Harold Zlot of Ross, California, and youngest brother of Andrew and Jefferey Zlot of Marin County. Michael grew up in the town of Ross and graduated from Ross School and Redwood High School.Despite being born with cerebral palsy, Michael became an avid sports fan, participating in Little League baseball and downhill skiing at Squaw Valley. He also nurtured a passion for professional sports and was a dedicated fan of the Oakland A’s and Dallas Cowboys, to the chagrin of his friends and siblings.His dedication to sports was matched only by his loyalty in relationships. Michael was a steadfast friend and a loyal brother and son. Michael attended both the University of the Pacific and the University of Las Vegas. While in Las Vegas, Michael was able to combine his sharp business skills with his love of sports, and this passion continued for years until his death.Michael is survived by his mother and father, Mary and Harold, brothers Andrew (Angela) and Jeffery (Connie), and nephews Jacob, Sam and Noah. A private service was held on June 13 at Mount Tamalpais Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Rodef Sholom Mental Health Initiative and to the Young Adult Family Center at UCSF Foundation, Attention: Dr. Kim Norman. ... https://www.jweekly.com/2019/06/14/deaths-for-the-week-of-june-14-2019/

Memorial garden remembers Livonia library patron - The Livingston County News

With donations made in Holler’s honor, the Friends purchased flowers. The garden also includes flowers from Holler’s home garden. The memorial garden is on the grounds of Livonia Public Library, 2 Washington St.“Shirley was well known in the Livonia community for her volunteer work and her love of gardening and the library” Library Director Frank Sykes said. “A flower garden seemed the perfect way to remember her.” The Friends were assisted in creating the memorial garden by library staff member Eileen Peters.The Friends of the Livonia Public Library Inc. is a not-for-profit, all-volunteer organization of book lovers and community members that has been raising money to support the library for more than 20 years. Friends also are a source of volunteer labor for the library. The Friends accept book donations through the year and hold bi-annual book sales, manage the display case in the lower level of the library, deliver books to the homebound, and organize and fund numerous programs. https://thelcn.com/lcn01/memorial-garden-remembers-livonia-library-patron-20190622