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Macklin Stephenson Obituary

Macklin A. Stephenson Born in Tacoma on October 25, 1921; died on April 6, 2004. Mack served his country in the Navy during WWII and worked for Pacific Northwest Bell for 35 years. He became a private pilot and loved to fly. Mack is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Nona, and 3 children, Dale Stephenson and wife Chardee, Rebecca Simonson and husband Stan, Natalie Stephenson and husband Dave Hereford; 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren; sisters Verna Capps, Althea Guizzetti and brother George. He is preceded in death by brother Etrick and sister Della Johnson. It was Mack's wish that no funeral services be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Franciscan Hospice.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Apr. 7, 2004.

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Emmett Linton

April 11, 2004

Just want to offer our condolences to the family.



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Betty Richardson

April 8, 2004

Mack was always willing to help when you needed him. He was funny, and a good friend. I will miss him too. Nona knows that I care about her and will be around when she needs me.

Margie Hawkins

April 8, 2004

Who would have thought we would lose Mack & George within hours of each other !! I know they are sitting in their hooks at the top of a pole, arguing about whether it is a power pole or a telephone pole ?? I love you Nona, and we will always be "Good Old Pals" just like our Mother's were....Love, Margie

Sue Renkert

April 8, 2004

I have known Mack all my life. He was my sister's husband. He was a terrible tease during my growing-up years. As an adult, I finally learned to love and appreciate him. He was always good for a laugh. He was a good husband to my sister, a great father to his kids, and a doting Grandpa.



I'll miss him. He left a wonderful legacy in his kids and grandkids.

Kathy Stephenson

April 7, 2004

I am Mack's niece and would like to share some fond memories of Mack. He and Nona had a beautiful red home in Spanaway when I was growing up and my family (his brother, Etrick Al) would visit and swim in their pool. He let me ride his horse named Shadow and my brother, Bill, and I would visit with Dale and Becky while our folks played cards. He shared my interest in genealogy and found his second family - his Dad and sister, Della. I have very fond memories of Mack and Nona and wish to send my condolences to Nona, Dale, Becky, and Natalie. My prayers are with you.

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