Obituaries

Death Notices

Mary Ann Shutty

Mary Ann Shutty returned to the Lord on June 3rd, 2018 after a life dedicated to service. 
Born on August 20th, 1957 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, Mary Ann graduated with a Bachelor’s in Special Education from California University of Pennsylvania and committed her life’s work to helping those in need. She made a lasting impact on countless parishes and families across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, including St. Patrick’s Cathedral in the Diocese of Harrisburg, where she actively grew outreach ministry, advocated for the homeless, and cared for the area’s most vulnerable. 
Until her death, Mary Ann worked as the Pastoral Associate for Administration at Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Belfair, WA, enhancing the parish through advancements in liturgy, facility, and community. She was especially grateful for her work with the Guatemalan families at Prince of Peace, and was affectionately known as “Tia”, or Auntie, by many of the children there. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, Felix and Rita Zyra, and sister Phyllis. Mary Ann is survived by her son Kevin Shutty (Catherine) of Union, WA, who was her greatest accomplishment and love of her life; brother Felix Zyra (Margie) of Albemarle, NC; and nieces and nephews Stephanie Shiver (Geoffrey), Andrew Zyra, Katie Zyra, and Luke Shiver of Albemarle, NC. Her work and love will continue on in her friends and family, who will grieve but celebrate a life well lived. 
Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on June 11th, 2018 at St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church in Port Orchard. Private burial will take place in July at St. Mary’s Polish Catholic Cemetery in McKeesport, PA. 


​Leland (Lee) Rhodes

Leland (Lee) Rhodes was surrounded by family when he was called home by his Lord on June 8, 2018 at the age of 90. 
He was born in Bridal Veil, Oregon to John and Eva Rhodes. In 1958, he married Catherine (Cathie) in Olympia, Washington.
Lee attended school in Corbett, Oregon, until his family moved to Sitka, Alaska in 1941. He graduated from Sitka Territorial High School in 1945.
In 1946, he joined the Navy and spent a year in Tsingtao, China. He was a World War II era vet. He then attended Central Washington College of Education (CWU) where he met his wife, Cathie. In 1955 he received his BA in education and earned his Master’s degree in 1960. He touched many lives in the 38 years he taught; 35 of which were at Bordeaux Elementary School. His teaching career also included one year and many summers at the Washington State Correctional Facility, evening classes at Olympic College and two years at Wishkah Elementary.
He was a devoted family man and cherished his time spent with his wife, children and grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, crabbing and shrimping, boating, and over 50 years dipping for smelt and camping at Kalaloch. He was a member of St. Edwards Catholic Church.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Cathie; sons Patrick and Todd (Jackie) all of Shelton; daughters Teri (Kip) Whitehead of Richland, Cami (Kris) Anderson of Olympia, and Juli (Mark) Tuson of Shelton. He was preceded in death by daughter Jana in 1964. He is also survived by beloved grandchildren Branden and Kevin Whitehead, Zach and Cali Anderson, Tanner and Evan Rhodes, and step-grandchild Nicole Tuson; a sister, Flora Baldwin; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A service will be held Friday, June 15, 2018 at 11:00 AM at St. Edwards Catholic Church, 601 W C St, Shelton. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Seattle Children’s Hospital or your favorite charity.
We couldn’t have asked for a more caring and dedicated husband, Dad, Papa, uncle and friend. He is immensely missed and forever in our hearts.

Nina Mae Baze
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Nina Mae Baze, 87, left us on June 8th, 2018 with her loving family by her side at her home in Shelton, Washington. She and her late husband Herb Baze Sr. have been long time residents of Mason County where they raised their family of five children and were active members in their community and their church.
Nina Mae was born on August 31st, 1930 in Dinuba California to her parents Hayes and Jessie Davis. Her interests included being around her family and being an active part of the Shelton Seventh Day Adventist Church. 
Mrs. Baze is survived by her five children Herb Baze and wife Cathy, Ben Baze and wife Donna; Arnita Maxwell and husband Keith; Jeff Baze and wife Cherie; Kimberly Beckman and husband Richard; 20 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. 
The family would like to extend an invitation to her celebration of life that will be held at the Baze Park in the Skokomish Valley on Saturday, June 16th, 2018 at 2:00PM.

Judith Marie Bettis, 72, a resident of Shelton, died June 6, 2018, in Olympia. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory.


Nadine Ruth Baybarz, 84, a resident of Shelton, died June 6, 2018, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory.


Sandra Lynn Culpepper, 60, a resident of Morton, died May 25, 2018, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory.


Brett J. Finlay, 51, a resident of Shelton, died June 4, 2018, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory.


Annie Marie Scott, 71, a resident of Shelton, died June 6, 2018, at Shelton Health & Rehabilitation Center. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Shelton. For service information, go to www.mccombwagner.com.


Jonathon Luke Russell Haines, 32, a resident of Grapeview, died June 2, 2018, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Shelton. For service information, go to www.mccombwagner.com.


Virginia Anderson, 63, a resident of Lilliwaup, died June 6, 2018, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Shelton.


George Frank Kaszycki, 92, a resident of Olympia, died June 10, 2018, at Bethany Adult Family Home in Olympia. Arrangements are by Forest Funeral Home & Cemetery in Shelton.


Kenneth Herman Lund, 95, a resident of Olympia, died June 9, 2018, at Sequoia Assisted Living in Olympia. Arrangements are by Forest Funeral Home & Cemetery in Olympia.


Dorothy “Deana” Query, 78, a resident of Port Townsend and formerly of Shelton, died June 3, 2018, in Port Townsend.


Audrey J. Hinman, 84, a resident of Lacey, died June 10, 2018, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Shelton.


Betty Lou McDaniel, 94, a resident of Shelton, died June 6, 2018, at Four Seasons Adult Family Home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Shelton.


Angie Louise Kuchynka, 78, a resident of Elma, died June 9, 2018, at home. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Shelton.


Beverly Jean Craig, 84, a resident of Shelton, died June 9, 2018, at Shelton Health & Rehabilitation Center. Arrangements are by McComb & Wagner Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Shelton.


Wayne Howell, 85, a resident of Olympia, died June 6, 2018, at Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia. Arrangements are by Woodlawn Funeral Home in Lacey.


Audrey Louise Stehr, 88, a resident of Olympia, died June 6, 2018,, at home. Arrangements are by Woodlawn Funeral Home in Lacey.