Mary Esther Dawes' Obituary
Mary Esther Dawes passed away on May 3, 2003. She was born in Loveland, Colorado on March 29, 1909 to Henry and Katherine Brungard.She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Donald S. Dawes; daughter, Donna Arnold, and husband, Winton; granddaughter, Elaine Arnold; granddaughter, Tracie Kuka, and husband, Steve; and two great-grandchildren, Katie and Kyle Kuka.In 1969, she was preceded in death by her first husband, retired Commander Fred H. Melvin.Mary had lived in Tacoma since 1956, and was a charter member of the AROWS (Associated Retired Officers Wives).She enjoyed her rose garden and arranging flowers. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.Graveside services will be 10:30 am, Thursday, May 8, 2003 at Mountain View Memorial Park.She will be greatly missed.
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