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Nancy S. Cornehl
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. October 5, 1935 to December 26,
“Because you lived, the a much better place.”
With a heavy heart we announce
the passing of our beloved mother
and dear friend, Nancy S. Cornehl.
Nan was bornin Seattle, Washing-
, ‘ ton to Buster and Kathleen Sunde,
on October 5, 1935. Nan passed
away early December 26,
Nan attended University of
Washington and met her former
husband James Petersen before
moving to Pasco, Washington. Nan
and Jim raised five‘children which
kept Nan very busy. Nan also used
her artistic talents -to paint win-
dows at Christmas and her skills as
a seamstress to. duplicate designer
dresses for her friends. Nan started
modeling doing tea room, runway
and commercials for Young’s of Pas-
Nan was strong in her faith to the
.. lord Jesus. ' .
Nan was remarried to Howard Cornehl (pre-deceased on August
27, 1976. Howard and Nan were often mistaken for Doris Day and J ohn-
ny Carson. They were always so full of fun and laughter, dancing away
the nights and spending time with their good friends.
They moved to Issaquah and Nan went to work starting as Payroll Di-
rector at Sterling Recreation moving quickly into human resources. Nan»
was offered a position at Olympic Stain and shortly afterwards she was
promotedto Director of Human Resources. While at Olympic Stain, Nan
had a fantastic idea and when presented to her boss, the CEO, he thought
she had temporarily lost her marbles. Who would want a membership at
a‘warehouse as a benefit? The CEO decided after much persuasion to
of-'
fer-this membership to the office personnel on a trial run. It was a huge
hit and then they offered all employees the benefit for employment at
Olympic Stain. The name of that warehouse was Costco. This was the
first Costco in 1983. Olympic Stain was sold to PPG in 1991 and Nan
stayed to' see the transition through and retired shortly after. Nan
was
highly respected in the corporate business world and was known as a
mover and shaker. If you wanted something done, just ask Nan.
i Nan was very passionate with her political views. Sometimes these
‘Clyde Medley.
Clyde (Jerry) Medley, died
January 4, at Mason Gen—
eral Hospital with his family by
.his side. He was born November
7, 1929 in Pikeville Tennessee to
Parker and Myrtle (Myers) Med-
ley. He enlisted in the Navy on his
18th birthday and was stationed in
Bremerton. While serving there he
met Arlene Leeds through mutual
friends and they married‘on No-
vember 1950. They were joined
by their only daughter, Virginia
(Ginger) in 1951. Jerry Was honor-
ably discharged in November that
same year. He worked for a short
time for the ITT Rayonier and lat-
er for the City of Shelton. He even-
tually went to work for Jim Pauley
at the Ford Garage downtown in
. ‘ 1960. After Pauley sold the busi-
ness Jerry worked fer Scott Hilburn Ford until he retired in .
Jerry and Arlene loved to camp and work projects together. He was
an accomplished wood worker donating many of his pieces to Mason
General Hospital Auxiliary, Faith Lutheran Church Bazaars and oth-
ers. He was a true gentleman whose kind and loving nature will be
. missed by everyone Who knew him. ' , ’
Jerry. is survived by his daughter, Ginger Brooks (and friend Glen
Latham), brothers-in-law Jim Leeds (Charlene) and Bob Leeds (Phil
Tobias), many nieces and nephews, friends and neighbors.
' Mr. Medley was preceded in death by his loving wife Arlene in
his parents, three brothers and two sisters.
A memorial service will be held at Faith Lutheran Church on Satur-
day, January 22,,at pm. Due to Covid concerns there will not be a
reception afterwards and 'masks will be required.
co and Piro’s. . ' L .
opinions differed among the family. In one instance after a surgery, Jeff
went to check on her. The first thing she said, to J elf, was “I can’t
believe that
voted in support of ....” He turned to the nurse to get her calmed down
and
the nurse said “well, her blood pressure is a little low and this may
help”!
Nan was extremely talented in many areas. She was known as an .
extraordinary cook and enjoyed archery, tennis, bowling, entertaining,
dancing, gardening, candy making, artistic hobbies and was an eques-
trian hobbyist. ‘
' Nan and Howard retired at Lake Limerick in Shelton where life was a
little slower on the golf course. They’ made many wonderful friends over
the years and enjoyed spending time with them playing mahjong and
cards. She was famous for her Norwegian hotcakes, a family tradition
passed down and a treat all of the family enjoyed. ‘
Nan was a geod life teacher. The most valuable lessons she taught was
to never to hold a grudge. Nan said. grudges are silly and life is short.
She
knew. The other was not to lie. Nan said lying won’t get you to heaven
and when you get older you’ll forget what you lied about anyway, so ev-
eryone would know.
When Nan was asked what her greatest accomplishment was, she
would reply “my children!” Nan was pre-deceased by Cynthia K. Peters-
en (2018) and Kelli L. Sladek (Bryan). She is survived by Jeffrey
C. Petersen (Marj), Jill C. Petersen-Maisonneuve (Jean), and Erik J. Pe-
tersen (Elisa). Nan leaves behind grandchildren Aubreyanna Sommer
(Todd), Celeste Wright, Matthew Petersen, Joel Petersen, Rondel Pierce
and Ava Petersen. She had 3 great grandchildren. ' '
Nan faced numerous health challenges and never complained. She al—
ways said “Oh well, there is always someone that has it worse” and pro-
ceeded with a story to support this statement. Erik perfectly described
her calling her a “Badass”. Bonnie, one of her special friends, quotes
“I
have never met anyone Who suffered so much loss, aswell as so many
medical problems and never complained. She was truly a gift to us”.
When Howard died her friends ralliedand made sure to help her
stay in her home by helping in any way possible, and the list is exten-
sive. Erik and Elisa became her valuable health advocates.
The family would like to thank all of Nan’s amazing friends in. the
Lake Limerick community, oncologist Dr. Paul Robertson, Jennifer
Nelson ANRP, Olympic Memorial Hospital, Georgia’s Place and case
manager Lenora Rohlfing for your special care.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to Georgia’s Place (Sequim,
WA), or Faith and Victory Church (Auburn, WA)
Memorial date will beheld later in
David Carow, Jr.
David Carow, Jr., passed away at
home, on December 12, David
was 47...a life not lived long enough.
He was born June 13, 1974 to David,
Sr. and Cynthia Carow in Portland,
Oregon. When he was four his fam-
ily moved from Troutdale to Seaside,
Oregon and in 1983, they relocated
to the Skokomish Valley near Shel-
ton, WA. He graduated-frdm Shelton
High with honors in and was
part of the power lifting team. His
senior year. the team made it to the .
State power lifting championships.
David was trained by his father in“ r
construction and followed in his foot- '
steps. He was an excellent carpenter
and foreman. He loved his job and took
great pride in the work he did. He al-
ways went above‘and beyond for his
employer and the customers loved
His greatest joy and pride is his 13 year old son Dilyn, who he loves
so deeply. He enjoyed taking him on weekends to job sites to help and
loved the smile Dilyn-would get when he paid him. , .
David was a fan of music, especially country. He always had it playing and
would country dance anytime, anywhere. He loved to joke and was always
happy with an infectious laugh and a smile that touched us all. He cared
about
everyone who came into his life and would help at the drop of a hat if you
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in need. He is loved by so many for his caring and passionate personality.
He is survived by his son Dilyn, mother Cynthia, sister Nichole, brother I
Chris (Angelina), nephew Owen, sister at heart, Brooke, numerous aunts,
uncles and cousins. He was preceded in passing by his father, David, Sr.,
in his grandparents, his niece Jasmine and some beloved'friends.
David will be So missed, always remembered and forever loved.
A celebration of life will be planned for a later date.