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Marie Johanna Molden Sundene

1911 - 2016

Marie Johanna Molden Sundene obituary, 1911-2016, Olympia, WA

BORN

1911

DIED

2016

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Mills & Mills Funeral Home and Memorial Park

5725 Littlerock Road SW

Olympia, Washington

Marie Sundene Obituary

Marie Johanna Molden Sundene Marie Johanna Molden Sundene passed, surrounded by her family, on February 19, 2016, hours prior to her 105th birthday. Marie was born on February 20, 1911, the daughter of Adolph and Mina Molden. Marie is preceded in death by her husband, Harold Clarence Sundene; brother, Gerhard Molden; and sister, Ruth Berg. September 8, 1934, she married the love of her life, Harold Clarence Sundene. Together they raised four children: Donald Sundene (Patsy), Ruth Holmquist (Wally), Carolyn Koberg (Richard), Richard Sundene (Lenda). She was known to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren as "Mor Mor". Her faith guided her to a peaceful passing. A Celebration of Life will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Olympia, on Saturday, March 12, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Marie's favorite charities: Trinity Lutheran Church, 2020 Franklin St SE, Olympia, WA, Lutheran Ministry Services Northwest, 7040 36th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98115 or your favorite charity. To read the full obituary, please visit: millsandmillsfunerals.com.

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Published by The Olympian on Mar. 6, 2016.

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Carolyn Z Lindholm

March 12, 2016

What a beautiful person. Marie was a joy to talk to and be with. Over the years she spread joy to all she came in contact with, especially at our Christmas gathering. I have wonderful memories of her and know she leaves a legacy of happiness to all her family and friends.

Carolyn & Frank Caruso

March 12, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Marie was my Godmother and her selfless life of giving to others was a true inspiration. Hugs to all of you from the DeBoer family.

February 27, 2016

I am so very sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with Marie at the holidays, especially when she made her cinnamon bread!

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