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Sarah Jane (sally) "villaume" Dern Obituary

Graduation Year Class of 1967
Date of Passing Nov 14, 2022
About Sarah Jane (Sally) Villaume Dern passed away peacefully at her home on November 14, 2022, in Port Ludlow Washington. Sally was born in Yakima Washington on September 13 1949, to Albert and Audrey Villaume.
Sally attended Yakima schools and graduating from Eisenhower High School in 1967 then went on to Central Washington University and gradated in 1972 with a degree in Sociology. Sally had a great 24 year career in Housing Management for the City of Seattle. During Sally's time in Seattle, she was very active in the Forgotten Children's Organization and many other charities.
Sally married the love of her life John (Jack) Dern in 1993. They moved to Marrowstone Island where they lived many great years. While living on Marrowstone Island Sally stayed active volunteering at the Norland Garden Club and various other community projects. They also enjoyed their time spent in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
After Jack's passing in 2014 Sally downsized and moved to Port Ludlow where she lived out the remainder of her life. Sally had a deep love for her dogs (Bear, Cleo and Roxy) as they were here furry children. Sally was a great friend to many and was loved by all.
Sally is survived by her sister Suzanne (Arvid) Monson, stepson John (Erin) Dern, nieces Valerie Monson and Molly (Rob) Stutesman and nephew Bill (Darci) Monson. As well as grandchildren, great nieces and nephews. Sally was proceeded in death by her parents, husband Jack and brother-in-law Arvid.
Sally will forever be in our hearts and never forgotten.
A celebration of life will be held at the Nordland Garden Club spring 2023.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Nordland Garden Club Scholarship Fund - 320 Garden Club Road Marrowstone Island, WA 98358.
Sarah Jane (sally) "villaume" Dern