Alfred James Marsh, 87

Alfred James Marsh went home to be with the Lord on May 2, 2014.

Al was born to E. Fay and Theon E. Marsh on May 5, 1927, in Potlatch, Idaho. He graduated from Potlatch High School, was drafted into the Army towards the end of WWll, and received an honorary discharge. Al attended trade school in Spokane, Wash., to learn electronics, sound systems, and home repair.

On May 1, 1954, Al married Audrey J. Springer, daughter of William and Bernice Springer of Spokane. Al and Audrey enjoyed 60 years together, and raised three children. Al was a good husband and father.

Al achieved much during his life, and just a few of his accomplishments include: Serving in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary on Lake Coeur d'Alene; member of the Spokane Ham Radio Club, co-founder of the Electronic Manufacturing Company of Rockford Bay, and helping to establish the Rockford Bay Community Fire Department.

Al is survived by his wife, Audrey; children: Dale (Dona), Kathy (Michael), and David (Theresa); four wonderful grandchildren: Christopher, James (Natalie), Jessica, and Jennifer (Justin); two beautiful great granddaughters; one handsome great grandson; and his sister, Joan Cochrane.

Al, you were, and will always be, loved, cherished, respected, and admired by all your family, friends, and neighbors; you will be greatly missed!

Services for Alfred Marsh will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at Millwood Community Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road, Spokane, Wash. Please view and sign Al's guest registry at www.englishfuneralchapel.com.