James Howard Puckett Born June 8, 1922 in Almonte, Ontario, Canada. A WWII Canadian veteran for 5 1/2 years in Canada, England and Europe. He was a boilermaker by trade, Locals 568 & 502. Preceded by his wife, Kathleen of 54 years. She was the love of his life, best friend and companion. They will now be joined and travel together again. He leaves 3 daughters and 1 son: Joan Tyler, Victoria, B.C., Carroll Brown, Nanaimo, B.C., Darleen LaPlante, Tacoma, WA and Gary Puckett, Mackenzie, B.C. No services at his request. Pub Date: 3/28/2008 Tacoma News Tribune