Donald Richard Wahlquist, Sr. Obituary (1926

Donald Richard Wahlquist, Sr. passed away October 10, 2022 in Silverdale, Washington, at the age of 96. He was born September 6, 1926, in Gig Harbor, Washington to George and Olive Wahlquist. He graduated from Bremerton High School and went into the Apprenticeship Program at Olympic College as a machinist. Years later he graduated from Olympic College. He married Phyllis Searls on August 6, 1948. They were married 74 years. Donald was a World War II Veteran, serving in the US Army as an Intercept Operator. He received the World War II Victory Medal for his service. Donald continued his career at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard for 55 years, retiring in 1994, as a Mechanical Engineering Technician. During his time at PSNS, he enjoyed doing ship checks in San Diego and Japan. He was a member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. He enjoyed volunteering for Boy Scout troop 504 as Treasurer. He was also was an avid bowler, playing in leagues up into his early 90's. He actually bowled longer than he drove. He was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Virginia and Foster Searls, and a grand-daughter, Angela Renee Wahlquist. Survivors include sons Donald Wahlquist, Jr. of Redondo Beach, California, Leonard Wahlquist of Phelan, California, John Wahlquist of Hansville, Washington and Dean Wahlquist of Blaine, Washington. He had 10 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. He also had 1 double nephew and 2 double nieces. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, October 22, 2022 at 1:00pm, at Redeemer United Methodist Church in Kingston, Washington. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Redeemer United Methodist Church.