Lucile S. Willey

Lucile S. Willey, age 92, former resident of Bellingham, WA, passed from this earth into her heavenly home on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 surrounded by her family in Lakewood, WA. Lucile was born on May 10, 1919 in Bellingham to Frimann and Josephine (Josephson) Sigfusson & grew up in the Fairhaven area. She was a resident of Bellingham her entire life until moving to Lakewood nine years ago to live with her family there. Lucile loved the Lord, Jesus Christ & was a long time active member at Central Lutheran Church in Bellingham until joining Christ Lutheran Church after moving to Lakewood. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Donald F. Willey in October 1995. Lucile is survived by her daughters, Tiana Staples and husband Gregg; Colleen Van Arsdall and husband Doug; 6 grandchildren who called her "Amma", Brock VanArsdall (Heather), Tara Hall (Brian), Shelby & Paige VanArsdall, Nathan Staples (Amanda) & Aaron Staples; 3 great grandchildren, Taylor & Emily Clark & Leeloo Staples; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends. All those who had the privilege of knowing her considered her to be their friend. Her genuine love & care of others, her warm smile & blue eyes will be deeply missed. Memorials may be made to Christ Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, Christ Lutheran Church , 8211- 112th St SW , Lakewood, WA , 98498 . A graveside service will be held Wednesday, May 18th at 1:00 pm at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale, followed by a 2:00 p.m. Memorial Service at Moles Bayview Chapel in Bellingham at Lakeway and Woburn St. You may share your thoughts and memories of Lucile in the online memorial guest book at www.molesfuneralhomes.com Moles Family Funeral Homes & Crematory, Bayview Chapel