Marian Josephine Carlson's Obituary
Marian Sandal Carlson, age 86 of Fircrest, WA, died October 29, 2010 after an extended illness with her family at her side. She is survived by her husband of 63 years Harold, two daughters, Barbara Menson and Joan Bowers (Jerry). In addition, she had five grandchildren, Tanya Bowers, Keith Bowers, Ryan Bouffiou, Heather Bouffiou, Breanna Menson and five great grandchildren. Her parents, Jerry and Dorothy Sandal and sister Marjorie Wellener predeceased her. Marian was born and raised in Tacoma and attended Stadium High School. From there she attended CPS now UPS with the family home only two blocks from the campus. After two years of college and the advent of World War II, she and two of her friends joined the U.S. Navy. She was very proud of her service and when the war ended, she returned to college on the G.I. Bill. She then received her B.A. and went on to earn a B.E. She taught school until it was time to raise her daughters and didn't return to the classroom. The church was a very important part of her life and she was active in the United Methodist Women. In addition, she belonged to P.E.O., Progressive Study Club, Lakewood Women of Rotary, My Sisters Pantry, Delta Alpha Gamma local society and Chi Omega national society. She also was a 50 year member of Fircrest Golf Club. When it came time to complete income tax returns, she would put Professional Volunteer as her occupation. Viewing will be held at Mountain View Funeral Home Thursday, Nov. 4th, 1-9pm. Services for Marian will be held Friday, Nov. 5th at 11:00am in the Garden Chapel at Mountain View Funeral Home, followed by a reception at the Celebration of Life facility. Suggested remembrances in Marian's name are My Sisters Pantry, care of Tacoma First Methodist Church, University of Puget Sound Alumni Fund or a charity of your choice.
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