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Page 30 — Shelton~Mason County Journal ~ Thursday, May 9, Arden John Pierce, 92, passed away peacefully on May 4, surrounded by his loving family. Arden was born on December 27, 1931 in Hoquiam, WA to Rue] Pierce and Catherine Prodl. Arden was a lifetime resident of Mason County. During his early years of growing up on the Hood Canal, he developed his love of the great outdoors. He served in the US. Army, as a medic in the Korean War and went on to have a successful career as a Christmas tree grower, owner and operator ofhis own tree farms. In 1979,1'1e wed his wife of45 years, Faye. After retirement he and Faye traveled all over the United States in their motor home. '1 hey especially loved visiting Alaska. Arden John Pierce was known for his kindness, and his giving, generous personality. He had a love for his pets and spending time at Mason Lake with his family and friends. Arden will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife Faye, daughters, Cindy Ramsfield (Jay), Tina Pierce, Linda Drogmund (Rob), Lori Davis (Dave), and Cathy Crabtree (Shawn). Arden loved his numerous grandchildren, great~grandchildren and one great—great—grandchild. He was preceded in death by his son Rick Warren. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his honor to Adopt—a—Pet of Mason County. There are no service arrangements at this time. \ Donald Corliss \ Donald Corliss, of Shelton, WA, born April 28, 1941 passed away April 27, from cancer. He is survived by his wife Susan of 37 years and three stepchildren, Wendy Guinn of North Carolina, Joseph Weber of Belfair and David Weber of Key Peninsula, also, two sons from a previous marriage, Bryan Corliss of Sammamish, and Aaron Corliss of Belfair, ten grandchildren and great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a twin brother, David Corliss and a stepson, Philip Weber. In his accomplishments, he had taught boat safety classes with the Bremerton Power Squadron and he spent several years with the Belfair Lions Club. He was also a member of the Yesteryear Car Club of Shelton. He was known for and so proud of his big blue Chrysler Imperial, which he had restored and would show around the peninsula at various car shows, winning 53 trophies. He began his Meat Cutter career at Popes in Belfair, WA and retired as a Meat Cutter from Safeway in Bremerton, WA. He will be so missed by so many! At Donald’s request there will not be a service but will be interned at Miller C”; Ann Elizabeth McGrady Kimball (Lennox) Ann Elizabeth Mc(’}rady Kimball (Lennox) was born May 11, 1941, in Somers Point, NJ where she lived with her mother, Ruth, grandmother, Irma, and her aunt, Sandra. who was like a sister to her until the age of 15. Pollowing Ruth’s marriage to Daniel Sullivan, they moved toLong Island, where Ann became the big sister to five siblings: Daniel, Sandra, Colleen, James, and Ruth. 'lhey considered her a second mother and enjoyed a unique and special bond. Ann graduated from I’lauppauge High School on Long Island in 1959, and she worked in the healthcare and food service industries. She married Seamus McGrady and moved to Connecticut, where they had two children, Dan and Maggie. The family moved across the country to Lilliwaup, WA. on Hood Canal, and lived in the McGrady family home. A lifelong career in hospitality led her to restaurants along Hood Canal, where she treated everyone like family. On March 20, 1994, Ann married Tom Kimball and lived in the Shelton area for 30 years. Together they shared their love of horses, crossword puzzles and nature. Ann was a great cook and generously shared her recipes. She was an avid reader and loved the feeling ofa book in her hands. She had a great love for cats, relished the sound of waves at the shore, and her greatest love was spending time with her family. Her sense ofhumor was very unassuming. Her unique mixture of subtle wit and cleverness left everyone with a pleasant smile, lightened mood and unexpected ' good laugh. Ann was preceded in death by her parents and first husband, Seamus. Ann is survived by her husband Tom; siblings Dan (Laura), Sandra (Bob), Colleen (Lou), James, and Ruth (Colin); children Maggie (Diego) and Dan (Jeanne); many stepchildren, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. A potluck memorial is being held for Ann on Saturday, May 18, at 2:00 pm. at the Matlock Community Church on Mallock—l)eckerville Road. Woodlawn in Bremerton. / \ Gary Val Jackson Gary Val Jackson, of Lake Cushman, passed away Saturday, March 23, surrounded by his children, Gary Jr.,.KeVin and Tracy. Gary was born November 11, 1938 to Gus V. and Betty (Millar) Jackson in Seattle, WA and spent his childhood in Ballard, graduating from Ballard High School. He joined the U.S. Army in September 1960 and served four years and was part of the US. Army Reserves until January 1966. Gary moved to Hoquiam after leaving the Army and began working for Lambs Grays Harbor in 1964 as a welder. He moved to Olympia in 1984 where he worked for the State of Washington and 'l‘umwater Valley Golf. Gary was a kind, gentle and loving husband and father. He was goofy and always was a quick wit. He was active and youthful even at 85. He enjoyed playing golf and puttering around his home working on projects and big plans. Gary was preceded in death by his wife Judy, parents Gus and Betty Jackson, and brother Ted Jackson. He is survived by his sons, Gary Jr., Kevin (Jan) Dahl, and his daughter, Tracy (Steve) Dahl—Lougheed, brother Terry Jackson, four grandchildren and three greatvgrandchildren. He is also survived by Judy‘s children Gregg Lewis, KBrenda (Jeff) Philpot and their two sons. K Robert “Bob” Michael Whitmarsh January 23, 1946 March 26, Robert Michael Whitmarsh was born January 23, 1946. He passed away on March 26, He was born to Robert and Doris W hitmarsh, who preceded him in death. He was their only son and was raised with his four sisters. He grew up in Shelton, WA, and graduated from Shelton ‘High School in 1964. He went on to graduate from Western Washington University. Bob worked in California, Alaska and Oregon in the insurance business before retiring and buying the Yakima Watermill from his uncle. He recently sold the I business. He is survived by his sisters Diana Wright, Deana Healy (Rick) and Liana Schoening (Brian). His youngest sister Lee Anna preceded him in death. He also leaves behind 11 nieces and nephews, along with many, many great and greatgreat nieces and nephews. His employees became like family to him. He felt blessed to have so many loyal employees who became great friends. He will be missed by his family, friends and community. A celebration of Bobs life is being held on May 18th, at St. Andrews Church, 540 School Street in Lacey, WA 98503. call ournal at 6-412for el e wi h Deat Notices an W F_ ituaries