Christel Berta VanEmden died in Bremerton, WA on October 21, 1998. Christel was born July 2, 1911 in Germany to Carl and Bertha Weitlich. She was raised in Stettin, Germany. Clara married Harry Alfred VanEmden June 17, 1948 in London, England. Clara was a member of the South Kitsap Presbyterian Church. She is survived was her daughter Vivian Lettman of Port Orchard, WA, grandchildren Jennifer Rutherford, Brian Lettman, Derek Lettman and Great Grandchild Rebecca Rutherford. There will be viewing at Rill Chapel in Port Orchard, WA October 24, 1998 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. A memorial service will be held at South Kitsap Presbyterian Church in Port Orchard, WA October 25, 1998 at 3:00 pm.