Marian DeSaussure

POLSON — Marian DeSaussure, long time Pablo resident, died quietly at St. Luke Community Nursing Home on Oct. 7, 2006, just two months from her 100th birthday.

Marian was born Dec. 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 of Business in Spokane, Wash. 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 1940s 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 an 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 — 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 was preceded by her husband of 55 years, Veldon DeSaussure; son Gary DeSaussure; sister, Gladys Kennedy; brother Kingdon Kennedy and grandson-n-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; great-great-granddaughter McKenzie, and step-granddaughter Traci Vaile

Cremation has taken place and services are planned at a later date.

Arrangements and cremation were under the direction of Grogan Funeral Home and Crematory, Polson.