On January 21st our beloved mother was reunited with her hero, our Dad.
Born in New Braunfels Texas, she grew up in a military family and lived in many places reaching Hawaii via the steamship Lurline when she was 18-years old. Shortly thereafter she met her fighter-pilot on a blind date and three months later they were married.
While in Hawaii, Marlin and Lynne started their family and remained there for 30 years. The joy in her life was raising her three daughters and being a devoted daughter to her mother, Tutu.
She was the consummate hostess who welcomed everybody into her home as if they were family. Family was everything to her.
In retirement the family relocated to Washington State where she had a large circle of friends and became active in many community activities: bridge, Sydney Art Gallery (board member) and volunteer work. She was an accomplished artist and displayed her art at the gallery and won a few awards.
Her favorite things in life were spending time on her patio watching the crows fly home for the night, spoon-feeding her fur babies and cooking for the family.
Preceded in death by her husband Marlin, mother Jerry (Tutu), dad Marvin and sister-in-law Sharon.
Survived by:
• Daughters Cindy and husband Kevin, Lori and baby girl Debbie and husband Roger
• Grandchildren Kevin Jr., Jason (Bethany), Taylor (Jon), Cassie and fur babies Gracie and Pepper
• Great-grandchildren Summer, Cole, Abigail, Sophia, Ellie and Noah
• Nieces and Nephew Kim, Kelley and James
• Sister Emily
• Brothers James and Al and brother-in-laws John and Bob (Hampa)
As you told us, “don’t be sad I’m with my hero, your dad. Laugh and have fun”. Mom, we love you and will miss you. By the way, have you and Auntie Sharon found Elvis yet?
At her request there will be no service. For those who have inquired, donations can be made to the Sidney Museum & Art Association, 202 Sidney Avenue, Port Orchard WA 98366. 360-876-3693.