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Elizabeth Nowak Obituary
Elizabeth Anne Nowak 1938-2011
Liz was born in David City, Nebraska in October, 1938. She moved to the Seattle, WA area with her family as a little girl. She attended school in Burien and graduated from Highline High School in 1956. Liz then attended Washington State University where she met James B. Nowak. They were married in 1961. They made their home in the Seattle area then the Oregon coast and finally in Anchorage and Valdez Alaska. After many years in Alaska, which remained in her heart, they returned to their Lake Goodwin, WA home to enjoy their retirement.
Liz was an avid weaver, selling many pieces at craft shows and fairs in addition to dying and spinning her own wool. She also enjoyed pottery for several years.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Jim; sons, Scott and Sally, of Coeur d'Alene, ID., Ben, of Stanwood, WA and Eric, of Eagle River Alaska; a brother, Fredrick Wentz; sister, Mary Lou Solomon; five grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded by her parents, Frederick and Melanie Wentz.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., May 7 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Stanwood, Washington.
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Nita Carlson
May 4, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Jim and his family. May you find peace in your memories and comfort in your family and friends.
LeRoy DeWitt
May 3, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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