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Dwight Herron Obituary
Dwight Herron
April 17, 2023 - Feb. 15, 2023
LONGVIEW - Dwight Herron, age 69, died at St. John Hospital on February 15, 2023. He was born to Ray and Marian Herron and graduated from Kelso High School in 1971. After attending two years at Lower Columbia College, he transferred to Western Washington University, where he received a bachelor's degree in psychology. Soon after, he decided to follow his father, uncle, and grandfather by completing a 4-year training and apprenticeship program sponsored by NECA-IBEW to become a journeyman electrician. He retired from the position of project manager at Cowlitz County's Department of Facilities Maintenance in 2017 and went on to pursue his interests in reading, woodworking, oil painting, and international travel. Dwight was proud of his Norwegian ancestry, had a wonderfully dry sense of humor, andwas well-liked by everyone who met him.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Julie; a sister, Donna; a brother, Erik; an aunt, Darlene; his so-called German sons former exchange students Jascha and Kay; along with numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Diane, his parents, and numerous aunts and uncles.
A Celebration of Life for family and friends will take place on Saturday, March 18th at 1:00 p.m.at the Kelso Red Lion Hotel's Spruce Room.
Memorial donations in Dwight's name may made to Lower Columbia College or Lower Columbia Community Action Program (CAP) in Longview.
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Steve Fulkerson
March 16, 2023
Dwight and I were college roommates and trusted friends for years at Western. As other guests have mentioned, he was an extremely kind and caring person and, together, we got it done...classes, credits, graduation, jobs, marriage, and retirement. His humor was dry, subtle and, dare I say, politely sarcastic. His John "The Duke" Wayne impersonation of "Howdy, Howdy, Howdy..." was absolutely the best! And as Dwight would admit with his classic big smile "Whoda thunk I could be an artist?" Cheers to a very fine friend, excellent memories, and countless laughs.
Kathy Brack
March 15, 2023
I got to know Dwight when I worked in Cowlitz County. He was a nice guy and always did a great job of taking care of the needs of our office. My condolences to his wife and family.
Laura Normand
March 12, 2023
Dwight was a great friend from school. We grew up on Beacon Hill and went through all grades together. We saw each other at class reunions and lately luncheons. Dwight you will be greatly missed by all of us. Class of 71.
Terry and Vicki Soderberg
March 12, 2023
Life, in all it's wonder and mystery, was not wasted on Dwight Herron. Truly one of the kindest, most-intelligent, gifted, gentle souls to ever make this world a better place. His depth can not be measured. Nor the breadth of his heart. If you were blessed enough to know him...you knew a great man and an extraordinary human being. He will be deeply missed. We loved you so very much.
Terry and Vicki Soderberg
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Mary Dunivan
March 12, 2023
Dwight was a kind and special person. Knew him in school he was so smart God Bless you in heaven. Prayers to the family.
Paul
March 12, 2023
An interesting, interested, talented, engaging, and fun man. To top it off, he was good. He will be missed.
-his friend Paul
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