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Dolores Barnecut Obituary
Dolores M. Barnecut succumbed to cancer on July 9, 2015, surrounded by her family.
"Dee" was born in Seattle on July 26, 1926, and was the only daughter of the late George and Margaret Anderson. She graduated from West Seattle High School, Class of 1944, and she married her high school sweetheart, Richard J. Barnecut, in 1947. Dick and Dee lived in West Seattle for the entirety of their 68 year marriage.
As the consummate wife, mother and homemaker, Dee was always in your corner and selfless in her commitment to those she loved. She was a happy person, humble to a fault, and she presided over a happy household.
Dee was a long time member of St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church in West Seattle where she served on the altar guild. The family vacation home on Hood Canal was a special place for her. She was a loyal fan of Husky football and held season tickets for almost fifty years. As the nest emptied, Dee had the opportunity to evolve and nurture her artistic side and she developed into an accomplished and prolific watercolorist.
Dee will be remembered for her devotion to her family, her sense of humor, and her tenaciously positive outlook on life. She was a purveyor of unconditional love before that term became fashionable and she gave her children what all parents must: roots and wings. Mom was tired at the end but she faced her final illness pragmatically and with her characteristic wit, dignity and toughness. She will be missed and never forgotten.
Dee is survived by her husband, Richard, four adult children and their spouses: Margaret (Paul) Abrahamson, James (Jamie) Barnecut, Mary Ellen (Ron) Smulski, and Andrew (Lisa) Barnecut. She is also survived by six grandchildren: Tom Smulski, Jill Smulski, Jenny Abrahamson, Rachel Barnecut, Nick Barnecut, and Angelina Barnecut.
A memorial service honoring Dee's life will be held at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, Seattle on Tuesday, July 28th at 3:00 p.m. with reception to follow at the parish hall. The church is located at 3050 California Avenue SW. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the charity of your choice.
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Roger & Pam Young
August 6, 2015
Our sincere condolences to Dick and the entire family. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers
July 27, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Treasure the memories of a life well lived. Michael and Roxanne Simonds
July 27, 2015
To the Barnecut Family we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom Budinich and family
Jennifer McGlothern
July 26, 2015
Our love, thoughts and prayers to you Dick and entire Barnecut family. We hold special memories of Dee and her good nature in our hearts.
Love, Rob and Jenny McGlothern
Norma Milliman
July 23, 2015
Our condolences to Dick and the family. We love you all and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Norma and Loren Milliman
July 23, 2015
May you find comfort in the words at Psalm 91:2: "You (God) is my refuge and stronghold in whom I trust."
July 22, 2015
The question is asked what I will miss most about my Aunt Dee and that is her great laugh. I so enjoyed it and in reminiscing with Uncle Dick he said "well you certainly knew where she was"! I know that she is now "at home" with her parents and look forward to when we're all together. These are difficult times, Uncle and Cousins, and I hope sweet memories bring calm to your heart. Love, Kathii
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