Myrna E. Dean

November 21, 1950 – April 26, 2015 Myrna E Dean-Laudenbach 64, of Auburn WA. passed away Sunday April 26th, peacefully in her home. Born to Russell and Evelyn (Gentry) Wilson, Myrna is survived by her husband John (JD) Laudenbach, 3 children, Jeff (Christy) Dean, Cheryl (Mark) Dean-Howard, and Kelli (Derek) Wilson; 3 step children, Dawn, Jon, and Beth. She is also survived by one brother, Gary Wilson of Salem, OR., and one sister, Gayle Wilson of Centralia, WA., 14 grandchildren, 3 nieces, 2 nephews, and 1 great grandchild. Myrna graduated from Federal Way High School in 1969. She dabbled her hands in Beauty School, prior to becoming a Mom. Her family became her life and for many years she was a stay at home Mom. Later when Jeff, Cheryl, and Kelli were in Junior High and High School, Myrna went to work for the Federal Way School District where she retired in 2010. Myrna was kind hearted and the best friend, mom, sister, aunt, wife, and grandma anyone could ever ask for and she will be deeply missed. Myrna enjoyed years of camping with family and friends, crabbing, watching her kids and grandkids grow and play sports, family gatherings, crafting, raising her Koi and Bulldogs, taking pictures, last but not least Neil Diamond, and “Cruising in the Caribbean!” “We love you to the moon and back” Celebration of Life Sunday May 17th, 1:30 – 4:30 Beach Park Founders Lodge 22020 Cliff Ave. S, Des Moines This celebration will be potluck style, so bring your favorite dish for Myrna. Potluck will start at 2pm followed by a moment of silence and a prayer at 3pm. If you wish to share a story about Myrna please let a family member know.