The Saturday latihan and brunch in Lacey at David and Maryka’s place was really great, with latihan, food, company, and conversation! 10 people came! Nine are pictured below: 
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Omson Passes!
Our dear Subud brother and longtime Seattle member Omson Schroder died on Valentines’ day, Tuesday February 14th.
He and his wife Anna (nee Finley) were both members in Seattle and moved to Anna’s family farm in Ohio 20years ago. Omson is survived by Anna and their two lovely daughters, Evelyn and Roberta.
Obituary for Omson Finley Schroeder
SCHROEDER, Omson Finley, age 72, of Oregonia, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at Bethesda North Hospital in Cincinnati.
A brilliant, true Norwegian in character, Omson was talented in many aspects of his life. He was a welder in the shipyards in Seattle, a bookkeeper, a landscaper, an artist, a potter, and finally, a farmer. He was a member of Subud. He greatly enjoyed nature and music. As a child from a family of tailors, he had a proclivity for nicely made, tailored clothing. During the holiday season, having the family gather for Christmas dinner was a cherished tradition. Among many things, he will be remembered for the love he had for his family and how proud he was of his two children.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Dagmar Schroeder, and brother, Dag Schroeder. He is survived by his wife, Anna; two children, Evelyn Schroeder (fianceé Scott Uphus) and Roberta Schroeder; one brother, Kenneth, and wife, Kathie Schroeder; and dear friend, Raymond Devine.
Private services at a later date. Stubbs-Conner Funeral Home will be serving the family. If desired,
contributions may be made to Subud USA, www.subudusa.org. Condolences at www.stubbsconner.com.
Some of Omson’s pottery:
Latihan/Potluck in Olympia this coming Saturday!
INVITATION: Maryka and David in Olympia are hosting a 12 noon Latihan followed by a Potluck at their home on Saturday February 18th, 2023.
Yup! that’s right NOON 12 noon on Saturday, (instead of the usual 11am Latihan time). Hopefully, this will encourage participation from afar.
Why? Olympia and other locations in the PNW are experiencing the loss of Subud members. Let’s encourage our satellite latihan locations by attending and bringing good cheer!
CARPOOL OPTIONS: Alexa Wichert is offering up 7 seats in her comfortable SUV for those that would like to carpool and contribute to gas.
Our Facebook Page
Just a reminder that we have a Facebook page for our group here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SubudGreaterSeattle/members
It is interactive so feel free to use it to communicate with your Subud brothers and sisters or let us know how you are doing and add your name to the ‘Friends’ list.
Also, a link to photos from Halstein Stralberg’s memorial service is below.
Reminder Halstein’s Memorial Sunday Jan. 22
Halstein’s Memorial Service
Sunday Jan. 22nd – Latihan at 11:15 followed by Lunch and a Service starting around 1pm.
Please RSVP here: https://www.punchbowl.
If anyone is coming from out of town, we do have FREE rooms available at the Subud House on Saturday night and Sunday night. First come first serve.
For those unable to attend in person, you are welcome to join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.
Meeting ID: 898 1728 0385
Passcode: 949307
Passcode: 949307
Note from Jim
I would like to thank Alexa for taking several hours before Latihan on Sunday to transform the back entrance to the women’s hall. She has truly created a beautiful and welcoming area! Alexa also brought a rug for the area which is from Tibet. I didn’t get a picture of it, but is also gorgeous.
In addition to the rug, Alexa also donated the chair and little table in the entrance to the women’s hall.
Announcements!
1. The SPNW board is setting up a reserved fund for scholarships for people in need to be able to attend our annual Fall kedjiwaan gathering (frequently referred to as Menucha, but we’re trying to lose that habit).
2. A reminder about Halstein’s memorial:
Halstein’s Memorial Service
Sunday Jan. 22nd – Latihan at 11:15 followed by Lunch and a Service starting around 1pm.
Please RSVP here: https://www.punchbowl.
If anyone is coming from out of town, we do have FREE rooms available at the Subud House on Saturday night and Sunday night. First come first serve.
3. We had a nice quiet potluck last Sunday.
Potluck & Talk Sunday after Latihan
We will have a potluck kedjiwaan day this Sunday January 8th after latihan.
There will be a talk by Ibu Rahayu, and also testing to follow if people would like.
We will have the Subud house.
Here is the talk that Aliza has suggested:
12 BDO 1 – Bandung, Indonesia, 05/12/2012It is in the Subud Library with many other talks of Bapak and Ibu Rahayu. Link here. https://subudlibrary.net/video/rahayu video/video 34/video_34.HTM
Message from Jim!
Big thanks to everyone who came to the holiday party!
The food was delicious, the company was so very wonderful to have.
Special thanks to Alexa for finding the group a lovely big new dining room table and chairs, and big thanks to all the individuals who helped move the table first into the garage and then into the dining room.
Alexa, heartfelt thanks also for bringing thoughtful gifts for the committee and crew.
Extra special thanks to members who graciously invited non-members to our event, and members who invited their children.
I (Jim) am still happily reliving moments from our party.
Click below to see Rachman’s photos from the party! 
Jackson Wright, the grandson of Edward Wright, longtime Subud member from Marin County, California, was opened after latihan on Sunday! Please make him feel welcome when you see him!
Click the link below to see all the rest of the photos!
Holiday Party This Sunday!
Reminder! We will be having a holiday party after latihan Sunday, December 18th. It will be a potluck and non-members and children are welcome. Festivities will start at 12:15 PM! All welcome!
Click below for a link to photos from our last gathering!