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Nona Avery Obituary
On August 26, 1949 she married Paul J Avery in Olympia, Washington. Throughout her marriage Nona was a loving, supportive wife to Paul, following him though his career as an educator in California, Illinois, Europe and finally settling in the Skagit Valley, where she lived for over 40 years.
It was her love for the Skagit Valley that allowed her to become active member of the LaConner Civic Garden Club and The LaConner Museum. She was instrumental in the restoration of Gaches Mansion, also assisted in establishing LaConner Friends of the Library and finally was an active member of the Burlington Senior Center.
She was a master gardener, known for her beautiful flowers and bountiful vegetable gardens, she was an avid reader throughout her life and enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Nona is survived by 3 daughters and 1 son, 10 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and her sister.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Paul, her wonderful parents and brother William Gross.
Nona will be dearly missed by her family. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Burlington Senior Center.
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Jackie Cress
August 25, 2021
Nonie will forever be remembered as our "plant lady". She had a keen wit, a no nonsense personality, a caring and kind heart and our favorite rock hound. Nonie was a voice of reason at the Burlington Senior Center, serving on the advisory board and working at the front desk. She will be dearly missed and was deeply loved. My condolences to the family during this sad time.
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