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View from the cab, workers repairing winter storm damage at oil refinery, Ferndale Washington

Standing a cell tower upright in one piece, Whatcom County, Washington

Whatcom Skagit Crane Service (Bellingham), repairing storm damage at oil refinery, 100 ton Link Belt, Ferndale Washington
During the turnaround just prior to this photo a large leaking and corroded vessel containing hydrofluoric acid made this one of my least favorable work experiences with a crane. The 12 hour shifts 7 days a week that lasted for a couple of months was mentally exhausting. I was never so happy that the crane had wheels as when this job eventually finished and we could drive out the gate and move onto something new.

A rental crane day from long ago, Whatcom Skagit Crane Service, Bellingham Washington (filmed by Pat and Tom, Pat's voice)

Changing out the spar poles, Deming Log Show grounds, Deming Washington (photographed by unknown good samaritan)

Lunchtime, oil refinery Ferndale, Whatcom Skagit Crane Service, Bellingham Washington

Don Ryan memorial service, Deming Log Show grounds, Deming Washington

Donald V Ryan age 74 of Ferndale, WA passed away May 24 in Yuma AZ. He was born March 29, 1940 in Seattle to John V Ryan and Margarette Ryan. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Marilyn, sister Judi Karch, daughter, Christine Baumberger (Randy), sons, David Ryan (Kimberly), Mark Ryan (Georgia), Stepson, Joe Strickler (Kristen), Stepdaughter, Kari Strickler. 11 Grandchildren. 1 Great-Grandchild. Donald was a veteran in the Air Force. After proudly serving his country he owned and operated Whatcom-Skagit Crane for 45 years. During those years he had a great passion for Hydroplane Racing, very involved with his sons in mini-sprints racing, and restoring antique cars, going to car shows in WA, Oregon, and Canada, always winning awards. January 8, 1998, Donald married Marilyn Strickler in Las Vegas, Nevada. From that time forward they started spending more time in Arizona and in 2009 purchased a winter home where he worked on his antique cars taking them to local shows where he educated fans about the history of antique cars. Also coming away with awards in that state. Celebration of Donalds's life will be held at the Deming Log Show, 3295 Cedarville Rd. Bellingham, WA 98226 on Friday, July 25, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Reception with potluck dinner following. Salads, appetizers & main dishes welcome. There are ovens to keep the food warm. Punch & coffee will be provided, other beverages BYOB. Donations may be made to Hospice Compasses, 1025 W. 24th Street, Suite 15, Yuma, AZ 85364 as a thank you for their loving care of their beloved husband, father & grandfather or the Deming Log Show.

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Buck bringing in another job, Whatcom Skagit Crane Service, Bellingham Washington

Whatcom Skagit Crane Service, Bonneville Power Administration Dewey Road, Bellingham Washington (photograph by Bonneville safety worker)

Whatcom Skagit Service, Bellingham Washington (photograph by Pat Horton as he was giving crane signals)

Don Ryan, owner Whatcom Skagit Crane www.flickr.com/photos/tellytomtelly/14750730545/

Whatcom Skagit Crane Service, Bellingham Washington

Whatcom Skagit Crane Service, Bellingham Washington (photograph by Pat Horton)

100 ton Link Belt, Whatcom Skagit Crane Service, Bellingham Washington

Don Ryan www.flickr.com/photos/tellytomtelly/14750730545/

Working under power lines, Bonneville Power Administration, Dewey Road, Bellingham Washington (photograph by Bonneville safety worker)

Positioning tanks prior to setting, Intalco Aluminum Corporation, Whatcom County (photograph by Don Ryan)

I spent a handful of years working for Whatcom Skagit Crane Service as a union crane operator, the company owned by the man below, Don Ryan. I came away from the job with more than a handful of good memories, Don infused in many of those. My best to Don's family.

Donald V Ryan age 74 of Ferndale, WA passed away May 24 in Yuma AZ. He was born March 29, 1940 in Seattle to John V Ryan and Margarette Ryan. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Marilyn, sister Judi Karch, daughter, Christine Baumberger (Randy), sons, David Ryan (Kimberly), Mark Ryan (Georgia), Stepson, Joe Strickler (Kristen), Stepdaughter, Kari Strickler. 11 Grandchildren. 1 Great-Grandchild. Donald was a veteran in the Air Force. After proudly serving his country he owned and operated Whatcom-Skagit Crane for 45 years. During those years he had a great passion for Hydroplane Racing, very involved with his sons in mini-sprints racing, and restoring antique cars, going to car shows in WA, Oregon, and Canada, always winning awards. January 8, 1998, Donald married Marilyn Strickler in Las Vegas, Nevada. From that time forward they started spending more time in Arizona and in 2009 purchased a winter home where he worked on his antique cars taking them to local shows where he educated fans about the history of antique cars. Also coming away with awards in that state. Celebration of Donalds's life will be held at the Deming Log Show, 3295 Cedarville Rd. Bellingham, WA 98226 on Friday, July 25, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Reception with potluck dinner following. Salads, appetizers & main dishes welcome. There are ovens to keep the food warm. Punch & coffee will be provided, other beverages BYOB. Donations may be made to Hospice Compasses, 1025 W. 24th Street, Suite 15, Yuma, AZ 85364 as a thank you for their loving care of their beloved husband, father & grandfather or the Deming Log Show.

Cellular tower placement (near Sumas), Whatcom Skagit Crane Service, Bellingham Washington

I spent a handful of years working for Whatcom Skagit Crane Service as a union crane operator, the company owned by the man below, Don Ryan. I came away from the job with more than a handful of good memories, Don infused in many of those. My best to Don's family.

Donald V Ryan age 74 of Ferndale, WA passed away May 24 in Yuma AZ. He was born March 29, 1940 in Seattle to John V Ryan and Margarette Ryan. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Marilyn, sister Judi Karch, daughter, Christine Baumberger (Randy), sons, David Ryan (Kimberly), Mark Ryan (Georgia), Stepson, Joe Strickler (Kristen), Stepdaughter, Kari Strickler. 11 Grandchildren. 1 Great-Grandchild. Donald was a veteran in the Air Force. After proudly serving his country he owned and operated Whatcom-Skagit Crane for 45 years. During those years he had a great passion for Hydroplane Racing, very involved with his sons in mini-sprints racing, and restoring antique cars, going to car shows in WA, Oregon, and Canada, always winning awards. January 8, 1998, Donald married Marilyn Strickler in Las Vegas, Nevada. From that time forward they started spending more time in Arizona and in 2009 purchased a winter home where he worked on his antique cars taking them to local shows where he educated fans about the history of antique cars. Also coming away with awards in that state. Celebration of Donalds's life will be held at the Deming Log Show, 3295 Cedarville Rd. Bellingham, WA 98226 on Friday, July 25, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Reception with potluck dinner following. Salads, appetizers & main dishes welcome. There are ovens to keep the food warm. Punch & coffee will be provided, other beverages BYOB. Donations may be made to Hospice Compasses, 1025 W. 24th Street, Suite 15, Yuma, AZ 85364 as a thank you for their loving care of their beloved husband, father & grandfather or the Deming Log Show.

Sunrise, cellular tower placement near Sumas, Whatcom Skagit Crane Service, Bellingham Washington
Related photo www.flickr.com/photos/tellytomtelly/10826057014/

A slow and peaceful rainy day blended with the fear of leaking hydrofluoric acid just outside, 100 ton Link Belt, local oil refinery, Ferndale Washington

Crane attachments for 100 ton hydraulic, oil refinery, Whatcom County, Washington State
This crane with new paint www.flickr.com/photos/66325452@N02/6968244075

Taking down outdated air traffic control communication equipment, Washington State