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John Hardaway Connolly
August 1, 1928 - July 10, 2023
John “Jack” Hardaway Connolly
passed away peacefully at the age
of 94. He was born in Olympia,
Washington, and graduated
high school from St. Martins in
Olympia and attended St. Martins
College and the State College of
Washington. Jack was a veteran
of the Korean W ar. serving in
the 562ml Modical Ambulance
Company.
Among his many endeavors, he
co—owned Shelton Meatpacking
Company, was a founder of Romac
Industries (manufacturer of pipe
products), and farmed coffee in
Guatemala.
He is predeceased by first wife
Lu (Lucille Hemness) Connolly. Jack is survived by his wife Tuey
Connolly, daughters Debbie Cowden (Mike), Nancy Blum (Joey),
Joan Connolly (David Adee), two sisters, Jill and Colleen; four
granddaughters, Danica, Ruby, Marissa, Sarafina, and one great-
grandson Otto.
A celebration ofJack’s life will be held this Sunday, July 30th 2023,
at 2:00 pm. at the Schirm Loop Lavender Farm, 2434 Schirm Loop
Road NW, Olympia WA.
Ward Villines
The youngest of four, Ward was born to William and Carol Villines.
After graduating Olympia High School he joined the US. Air Force
and served two tours in Vietnam. The same year, he graduated from
Georgia State he married his first wife, Judy McKinnon. Years later,
Ward married his second wife, Debra Keravich. At the time of his
passing the couplehad spent 82 years together.
Ward was the owner and manager of Characters Corner Tavern in
the community of Steamboat Island. In total, he had worked 44 years
at Characters before selling it in 2022. He was an avid golfer and
poker player, and was also known for his puns, dad jokes and open
heart.
He is survived by his wife Debra Villines, his sisters Vicki Clark,
Deborah Bransford and their families. As well as, the family of his
departed brother Bill.
Friends and family are invited to join in a Celebration of Life
from 1:00 pm. — 4:00 pm. on Saturday, August 12th, 2023 at the
Prosperity Grange, located at 3701 Steamboat Island Rd NW,
Olympia, WA 98502. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you
remember Ward by donating to your favorite charity.
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Christopher Joseph Gordon
Christopher J oseph Gordon
passed away suddenly of heart
complications on July 20th, 2023.
Chris was born on May 20th, 1966
to Robert and Eloise Gordon of
Shelton, Washington, the ninth
of ten children. Chris worked at
the top of his field as a drywall
installer, widely known for his
dedicated work ethic and quality
craftsmanship. Chris was blessed
with two families over his lifetime.
He married Shelley-Thompson in
who he had two children with,
Chase and Shaylie. Years later.
he met and married Jessica Krich
in Wisconsin who he welcomed
four more children with, Nathan,
Dakota, Alaina, and Alexandria.
Chris was also a step—father to J essica’s first child, Steven
Frenzer.
Chris returned to Shelton a few years ago. Chris enjoyed playing
softball with the Pyros team, shooting hoops or playing a game
of football in the street. His all—time favorite leisure activity was
horseshoes and he was quite good at it. He loved working with his
hands and building things for family and friends. He had the funniest
sense of humor and gave us all enough laughs to last a lifetime. He
lived for his children and loved them deeply.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Eloise Gordon,
and his sister JUdy Davis. He is survived by his children, Chase
Robert Gordon (wife Katie), Shaylie Jennifer Gordon, Nathan Chase.
Gordon, Dakota Joseph Gordon, Alaina Shay Gordon, Alexandria
Maria Gordon and Steven Rudolf Frenzer. He is also survived by his
siblings, Faith Lavin (Tom), Miles Gordon (Raenelle), Joseph Gordon
(Tracie), Ross Gordon, Michael Gordon (Emerald), Mary Landsaw
(Clyde), Ted Gordon (Shelly) and Tim Gordon.
“Rest in peace, Chris, you will be missed so very much!”
A celebration of life for Chris will be held Saturday, July 29th 2023.
For more information contact (360) 490-5504.
Recently Passed
Richard Peterson, 73, a resident of Shelton, passed away June 26, 2023, at
home. Arrangements are by
McComb Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory.
Daniel Zabresky, 46, a resident of Olympia, passed away July 12, 2023, in
Olympia. Arrangements are by
McComb Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory.
Rosemarie Valda, 91, a resident of Olympia. passed away July 17, 2023, at
home. Arrangements are by
McComb Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory.
Charles Edwin Noddin, 83, a resident of Centralia, passed away July 18,
2023, at home. Arrangements are
by McComb Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory.
Christopher Gordon, 57, a resident of Shelton, passed away July 20, 2023,
at Good Samaritans Hospital in
Puyallup. Arrangements are by McComb Wagner Family Funeral Home and
Crematory.
Doris Muir-Henke, 83, a resident of McCIeary, passed away July 24, 2023, at
home. Arrangements are by
McComb Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory.
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