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Fern Root Obituary
Fern Mae Root
Fern was born in Sylva, North Carolina on January 16, 1921. She was the oldest of six siblings. She lived most of her life in Marysville, WA. She owned her own successful business as a beautician for over 45 years.
She married the love of her life, Gordon Root, at age 18 and together, they raised three children.
Fern lived a life filled with faith, courage, strength, independance and a steadfast devotion to help all who needed it most.
Fern had an amazing faith. She converted to Catholicism at age 18 when she married Gordon. She was artistic, an avid gardener, and loved watching the Mariners. She had a gentle, sweet way with all manner of animals, especially dogs. Her greatest joy was from family... and watching her only grandson, Eric, grow up.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Bertha and Edward Clayton; stepfather, Richard Tompkins; husband, Gordon Root; son, Daniel Root; her brothers, Robert Clayton and Ray Clayton; and sister, Faye Crum.
Fern is survived by son, Daryl Root; daughter, Kathleen Krausz; son-in-law, Pete Krausz; grandson, Eric Krausz; Mary Ludwig; Brook Baker; four great-grandsons, Jonah, Elan, Shade and Miles Krausz; her sisters, Florence Morgan and Grace Crisp; and numerous neices, nephews and dear friends.
We were blessed to have Fern touch our lives. God knows the beauty of her soul, and so do all of us who were fortunate to have known her.
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Memories and Condolences
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tom pearson
April 8, 2011
Kathie, when I think about your mom, it's the almost sly smile and sparkle in eyes that first comes into my mind. You have to realize that Fern as with most moms ( of young ladies) back then, looked at me with a certain forboding, not that is was unwarranted, but she was never anything but good to me. Let's just say she could see the good in anybody, and that I'll never forget. Vios con Dios.
April 4, 2011
to my loving and caring aunt fern you helped me so much your home was my second home we always laughed and i would come out of your beauty shop with maybe green hair ha i will miss you so very much love carol rutherford
April 4, 2011
I am so sorry about the passing of Fern. She was such a lovely and friendly person, and like others, I loved her flowers in Marysville. Fern and my mother, Stella Clayton Ashe, were first cousins, and my grandfather, Bill Clayton, was her father's brother. I saw she and Florence at many events in my life. June Ashe Peterson
Cathy and Wes De Ieso
April 4, 2011
Kathy,
We are saddened to learn of your loss. We talked about how your mother had a positive affect for many people. Our consoling thoughts are for you and your family. Sincerely, Cathy, Wes, Trevor and Tony.
Tim Haring
April 4, 2011
Kathy,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She was a very very nice lady who you knew loved everybody and everything just from talking with her. Brings back the good days of going thru your driveway on State Street everyday dropping you off in front of your Mother's hair salon from Perpetual Help. The one thing no one can ever take from you is all the great memories you have, keep them close to you. God Bless, Tim Haring
Sue & Tom Boone
April 4, 2011
What a beautiful and caring woman whom our grandsons called "Grannie Fern". I am so happy that she was such an important part of their young lives. Jonah and Elan knew how very much they were loved by her, she made sure of that. Such a gift for them!
Our family will miss her.
Thank you, Kathy, Pete, and Eric for sharing her with us.
Kathie krausz
April 3, 2011
My Mom was the strongest, most generous woman I will ever meet... we talked on the phone a couple times a week about everything, and laugh, or she would tell me old stories of her life. I was so Blessed to have that...and I will miss her till the day I die.
Polly Adams
April 2, 2011
I've had the privilege of knowing Fern for the past 11 years. She was a wonderful neighbor and a dear friend. I loved looking out of my kitchen window in the spring and summer and seeing all her beautiful flowers blooming!! She will be dearly missed by so many of us. My prayers go out to all her family and friends.
April 2, 2011
My grandma Gertrude Clapp enjoyed the friendship and handiwork of Mrs Root for many years as her hairdresser and friend. Grandman too loved gardening and would talk about how lovely Mrs. Root's flowers were and what a nice talk they had during their weekly visits. Her brick home on State Street was a showpiece and everyone knew where "Fern lived". Blessings to her family during this time. Sincerely, Patty Clapp Sweet
Linda Varon
April 2, 2011
Fern was a lovely, sweet lady. I will remember her as a kind and happy person. She loved her garden, and grew beautiful flowers every season. I will miss her smiling face and all that she was. A wonderful person, and certainly a good neighbor.
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