James H. Dufresne

passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2011 at his sister's home in Poulsbo, Washington. He was born on January 21, 1961 in Bremerton, Washington. He was 50 years of age. James was raised in Suquamish, WA and then spent most of his adult life in Yakima, WA. 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.James was a very proficient pool player and he loved fishing, and old movies. Throughout his adult life he made many friends in Yakima. His former co-workers were always near and dear to him. He was dearly loved and will be missed by all.James is survived by his siblings: Larry Webster III, Edith Clark, Irvin Webster, Zachary Webster of Tacoma, Mary Webster of Chilliwack, BC. Dena J. Dufresne of Poulsbo, WA, Gary N. Dufresne of Union, WA, Janine Lashley-Disney of Florida and many foster brothers and sisters and their extended families. He also leaves behind his nephew Randy Dufresne of Yakima, Former wife Tina Welch and family of Yakima, cousin Bardow Lewis and his Aunt Marilyn Wandrey of Suquamish. Mother Agnes George of Chilliwack, BC. There are many other loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Henry and Ruth Dufresne, Lawrence Webster and his sister Lalonie Dufresne. Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend the viewing on Wednesday, August 17, 2011 from 1-5 pm at Cook Family Funeral Home, 163 Wyatt Way NE, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110. A Celebration of Life will also take place in Suquamish, WA on Saturday, September 17, 2011 at 11:00 AM. For more details please call the Suquamish Tribal Offices. There will also be a Celebration of Life on Friday August 19th at 1:00pm at The Ranch 515 Fruitvale Blvd, Yakima. Please sign the online Guest Book for the family.