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Muriel Gorrell-Mork Obituary

Muriel Jean Gorrell-Mork Muriel Mork was born February 3, 1923, in Tacoma, WA to Wilbur & Marion Gorrell. She passed away peacefully on the morning of February 20, 2011, at the Franciscan Hospice House in University Place, WA in the loving arms of her family. Muriel was preceded in death by her sister, Virginia Satterlee. She is survived by her beloved husband, Clarence, of 63 years; son, Russell; daughter, Karen; sister, Janice; grandson, Gary; and two great grandchildren. Fly free in heaven, Mother, you will be greatly missed. The family requests remembrances in Muriel's name be made to the Tacoma Literacy Council, The University Place Presbyterian Church's One Great Hour of Sharing Fund, or to the University Place Senior Center. A memorial service will be held at the U.P. Presbyterian Church at 8101 27th St. W. at 2pm, Friday, February 25th.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Feb. 24, 2011.

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Kim Matison (Clark)

March 1, 2011

Dear Karen and Family:

My condolences to you. I also remember the gully and the grape arbor that was there. It was a fun spot for all of us neighborhood kids to gather.

Colleen Clark

March 1, 2011

Dear family,

I am one of the "Clark girls" who lived down the street from you and was so saddened to hear of "Mrs. Morks" passing.

So many sweet childhood memories came flooding to the surface... I remember how kind and caring your wife and mom was to me; always reminding us to be careful and telling the older kids to keep an eye on me when playing 'make believe' in the 'gully' and eating salmon berries behind your house - a magical time; at least for me! I also so fondly recall "Sheba" coming with us - oh how I loved that dog...In fact, many years later as an adult I named one of my dogs the same. Some years back, I was able to share this with your folks and she was able to meet 'my Sheba'. I am thankful for that.

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please remember that she will always be in your heart and mine too!

February 24, 2011

I will miss my dear friend so much. We had so many good times at the University Pl Senior Center artists group. She was a gentle and witty person. Her poetry was very enjoyable. My prayers will be with you all.
Sincerely, Trudy Prellwitz

Jim Orlando

February 24, 2011

Dear Mr. Mork, Karen and family:
I was very sorry to read about Mrs. Mork. I have many fond memories of her. She was always so kind to me when I lived across the street. I always remember TANG because of her!I was able to talk to her a few years ago and catch up when we both were at the same gym in Fircrest. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Sincerely,
Jim Orlando

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