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DORIS RUNBECK Obituary

Doris ERunbeck Was born in her grandparents' Neslund home July 11, 1917. She died three miles away in her daughter's home on October 22, 2010. She graduated from Stadium High school (class of 1934) and attended Knapp's Business College. In 1939 she married Julian Runbeck. Together they raised four children and one business, Tacoma Monumental Works. Together they walked the Christian faith. They met, married, made music, lived their lives, and found their eternal peace at Central Baptist Church. Doris joins Julian (1987), her second husband Stan Johnson (1995), brother Oliver Grant (1996), and her daughter Lynda Harris (1999), cousin and friend Madeline (2002). Doris leaves her children and their families: Richard, Tim, and Janet. Also waiting to see her Beyond the Sunset are Oliver's family: Jane, Kathy, and Jim. Sincere gratitude goes to physician Dr. Waltman, prayer partner Roberta Peterson, and her perfect pal, Karen Curtis. Services are Sunday, October 24, 2010 at Central Baptist. Viewing at 2 PM, memorial at 3, with reception to follow.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Oct. 24, 2010.

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Julianne Autrey-Luessen

November 8, 2010

Thank you, Doris for all your kindness and love. I'm sure I don't even know the half of all you did for my Mom and our family. I know I will see you again in heaven.

My prayers are for the Runbeck family during this difficult time. Doris was an amazing person who touched so many lives.

Charlotte Ruby

November 7, 2010

I am so sorry for the vacancy her absence will leave in the lives of her friends and family, but so very happy for her long-a-waited flight to Heaven. A great friend to me and my children. I remember so many wise and loving things she taught me.

Sherry Schmidt

November 2, 2010

I am sorry for your loss. Doris was a great lady, I will always remember the wonderful person she was!

Jerry & Peggy Hutchinson

October 25, 2010

We wish the family the bast and may God hold you in the palm of his hand.

Don and Tammy Shelton

October 24, 2010

You are such an inspiration to more than you ever knew.
Well done, good and faithful servant.

Karen Curtis

October 24, 2010

Doris is a grand lady who will be so missed. May God's peace be with each of you.

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