Paul Inlow, age 69, of Tonasket died on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2008 at the North Valley Hospital in Tonasket.
He was born on June 30, 1939 in Tonasket to Carl and Lorraine Inlow. Paul grew up in Tonasket and graduated from Tonasket High School. On Feb. 25, 1961 he married Audrey Cook. Paul worked for Hi-View Orchards and later he worked as a shipping foreman for Smith and Nelson. In the early 1970’s, he took over the responsibilities of the family ranch from his father. He truly enjoyed working on the ranch. When Paul found a cause he believed in he would jump in with both feet to offer support. He was a past county president of the Washington Cattleman’s Association and a state marketing chairman for the Cattleman’s Association. He was a member of the FSA weed board and a member of the Tonasket Eagles. He enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing and going to auctions.
Paul is survived by: one son, Rob (Gina) of Tonasket; two brothers, Carl Inlow Jr. of Tonasket and Bill Inlow of Spokane; grandson, Josh; and granddaughter, Samm.
Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey; his parents, Carl and Lorraine; his sister, Joan Hylton; and son, Arthur.
A celebration of Paul’s life will be held on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Tonasket Eagles with Bill Daigle and John Newton, officiating. Memorials may be made to the Eagles Cancer Fund or a charity of choice.
Bergh Funeral Service of Oroville/Tonasket in care of arrangements.