09/30/2009: "Mary Elizabeth Keith"

May 5, 1945 - September 26, 2009

Mary Elizabeth Keith, 64, passed away on September 26, 2009, in Bellingham, Washington. Mary was born May 5, 1945, in Twin Falls, Idaho to Charles and Thelma Nanz.

After graduating from Twin Falls High School, Mary attended Boise Junior College, now known as Boise State University. She married Doren Keith and they had a son named David. After living in Twin Falls and Seattle for a several years, they moved to San Juan Island in 1978. Mary worked at the San Juan County Assessor's Office and later for the Town of Friday Harbor.

Mary enjoyed participating in the San Juan Community Theatre. Whether as an actress, stagehand, or running lights she enjoyed every moment and the wonderful friendships that developed. She also enjoyed singing with the San Juan Singers.

In recent years, she began water coloring and participating with other artists at the Senior Citizens Center. Mary was a long time, faithful member of the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church. She was the newsletter editor and served the Lord in many ways in the life of the congregation. She is survived by her son, David Keith of Spokane, WA, and her sister, Gerry Draper, in Nampa, ID.

All will miss Mary’s tender heart and her love for her friends, family, and life.

A memorial service was held Tuesday, September 29, at the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church. Memorials may be sent to the church In Memory of Mary Keith.