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 Marian
DeSaussure, long time Pablo resident, passed away quietly at St. Luke
Community Nursing Home on October 7, 2006, just two months from her
100th birthday. Marian was born December 2, 1906 in Fonda,
Iowa to Alexander and Myrtle Kennedy. Marian moved to the Mission
Valley in 1910 with her family. In 1911 the Kennedy family purchased
80 acres near Pablo from Mary Duplissis. This property is where
Silver Fox Golf course is now located.
Marian attended school in Pablo. She was the
last to graduate from Pablo High School in 1925. At the conclusion of
the 1925 school year, the high school was closed and Marian was the
only one in her graduating class. After graduation, Marian attended
Kinnman School on Business in Spokane, Washington. She returned to
Polson and worked at the Lake County Courthouse.
Marian married Veldon DeSaussure, June 1, 1935
in Libby. It was a surprise to all when it was revealed a year later
that they had been married the previous year. During the depression a
husband and wife were not allowed to both work.
In early 1940’s Marian became part owner in
Lake County Abstract. She sold her interest in the company in 1978
and continued to work until 1979. In 2000 Marian moved to St. Joseph
Assisted Living where she made many friends.
Marian enjoyed many things in life, music,
sports, flower gardening, cooking and animals. She was and avid
bowler and had many trophies to show for her enthusiasm. She loved
music and played the piano beautifully by ear. Animals were always
welcome at Marian’s and especially dogs. “Dukie” was one of her
favorite visitors. Marian was an enthusiastic sports fan. She looked
forward to attending games and later listened to the local football
and basketball games on the radio.
Marian is preceded by her husband of 55 years,
Veldon DeSaussure; son Gary DeSaussure; sister, Gladys Kennedy;
brother, Kingdon Kennedy and grandson in-law Paul Homuth. Survivors
include grandson Rick DeSaussure, granddaughter, Paula Homuth; great
grandsons Kevin and Christopher Gardipe and Andrew Homuth, great
granddaughter, Ali DeSaussure; daughter-in-law Maxine DeSaussure and
great great granddaughter, McKenzie, and step granddaughter Traci
Vaile
Cremation has taken place and services are
planned at a later date. Arrangements and cremation under the
direction of Grogan Funeral Home and Crematory, Polson |
