James H. Dufresne

      James H. Dufresne died Aug. 11 at his sister’s home in Poulsbo. He was 50.

      He was born Jan. 21, 1961, in Bremerton.

      James was raised in Suquamish and spent most of his adult life in Yakima. He followed in his father’s footsteps as a cook for various restaurants, where he was known and called “Chief” for his Native American heritage. He also served in the Army Reserves.

      He was preceded in death by his parents Henry and Ruth Dufresne, Lawrence Webster and his sister Lalonie Dufresne.

      James is survived by his siblings Larry Webster III, Edith Clark, Irvin Webster, Zachary Webster, Mary Webster, Dena J. Dufresne of Poulsbo, Gary N. Dufresne of Union, Janine Lashley-Disney and many foster brothers and sisters and their extended families, nephew Randy Dufresne of Yakima, former wife Tina Welch and family, cousin Bardow Lewis and his aunt Marilyn Wandrey of Suquamish, mother Agnes George and many other loving family and friends.

      Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life at 1 p.m. Aug. 19 at The Ranch, 515 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima.

      Please sign the online Guest Book for the family at: www.cookfamilyfuneralhome.com.