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Gertrude Hauenstein Obituary

Gertrude Hauenstein 2/21/2012 - 5/22/2011 Gertrude Hauenstein was born to Earl and Evoline Heath in Alix Alberta, Canada on February 21, 1912 and died May 22, 2011 in Tacoma, WA at 99 years old. She married Harold Hauenstein December 2, 1933. They lived in Gorst, WA for over 60 years. Gertrude was preceded in death by her husband, son Richard, granddaughter Vickie, 2 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived by her son Gary (Judy), daughter-in-law Lorraine, grandchildren, Donn, Tony (Heather), Aaron (Kristy), Lyle (Gretchen), 2 sisters Odessa and Evelyn, 8 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. The family would like to thank the staff at Heartwood Extended Health Care Center and the congregation of Parkway Presbyterian Church for their loving care and support during Gertrude's final months. A celebration of Gertrude's life will be held 2:00 PM June 1, 2011 at Parkway Presbyterian Church. 714 E 138th St.. Tacoma, WA 98445.Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkway Presbyterian Deacon's Fund. Online memorial at www.rill.com.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on May 29, 2011.

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Joe Ellis

May 31, 2011

Sorry to learn of the passing of the Matriach of the Hauenstein family, but we have the Blessed Hope of eternal life. I always enjoyed the friendship of and fellowship with Gary and Judy and their children when I was a guest speaker at Parkway. God's continued blessings on your life.

Colleen

May 29, 2011

My condolences to the Hauenstein family. Gert was a
treasure. She adored her family and was tenderly taken
care of by Gary and Judy.

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