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Majel G. Shuler, 95, of La Conner, WA passed away peacefully on Dec. 22, 2023, in Burlington, WA. Majel was born on July 25, 1928, in Aberdeen, WA. She graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1946.
After high school Majel met the love of her life, Dale Shuler, and the two were married on Nov. 20, 1948. They started a family in Concrete, WA and then moved to Snohomish, WA where they raised three children. Dale and Majel moved to Shelter Bay in La Conner, WA in 1987 and became snowbirds spending time in Yuma, AZ.
In her later years Majel developed dementia but she always remained grateful and kind throughout her illness.
Majel had many hobbies and interests. She loved boating, she sang in many choirs and was a wonderful artist. She won many awards and ribbons. Majel began her art career at a young age as a colorist in high school. She also enjoyed playing Bridge with her alumni girlfriends, "the chicks from 46." Majel was a member of the Shelter Bay Yacht Club and sang in the Shelter Bay Choir for over 30 years.
Majel is survived by her son Brian (Juanita) Shuler, her brother Jeffrey (Joy) Rice, six grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Dale Shuler, her parents, two children and two sisters.
Please visit http://www.hawthornefh.com to share your thoughts and memories and sign the online guest register.
Arrangements are under the care of Hawthorne Funeral Home, Mount Vernon, WA.
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