She married Howard Gillett in Yuma AZ on October 11, 1942. After he was discharged from the Navy, they ended up moving to Spokane, WA. They had 3 children and were married for 25 years. She worked for Kaiser – Trentwood as a cook until her retirement after 18 years.
She is survived by her son Ron Gillett and daughters Dianne Federspiel and Kathy Toppi, 7 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. She is also survived by her dear friend Hazel Ford. She was preceded in death by her parents Marcelino and Mary Jane Chavez, her husband, two sisters and one brother.
The family wishes to extend sincere gratitude and thanks to Sullivan Park Care Center for their kindness and making her comfortable. A funeral service will be held Friday, November 16, 11am, at Thornhill Valley Chapel, located at 1400 S Pines Rd, Spokane Valley, WA. A visitation will precede the service at 10am. Private interment will be at Pines Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, donations to either Alzheimer’s ASSN or
American Heart ASSN of Spokane.
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