Harold C. Fuchs Obituary (1926

Harold Fuchs, 82, passed away peacefully early January 10th surrounded by family. Harold was born in Geddes, South Dakota on March 11th, 1926 to Tolena and Gustav Fuchs. His father was a well-respected mechanic that could fix anything, and passed on those skills to Harold. After two years in the Navy, serving in the Pacific on the USS Galatin, he returned to Bremerton. He met the love of his life, Dolores Graner, and they married April 3rd, 1948. They made their home in Bremerton, where Harold began a career at PSNS in the electrical group as an apprentice. He worked in the shipyard for 36 years, and retired as a Shop 67 Supervisor in 1981. Harold was a member of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church. He was an avid Amateur Radio operator (W7MWC) also belonged to the local Ham Radio Club. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He enjoyed bowling and watching baseball. He could fix anything and enjoyed travelling in their motorhome and camping with family. He truly valued all the friendships he made, and spent much of his time helping others. Harold is survived by his wife Dolores of 61 years; children Wayne, Denis, Teri, Gary, and Dave and their families; 10 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his younger brother Ralph of Bremerton and younger sister Donna of Vancouver, WA and their families. Mass and service will be held at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church. Reception will follow at the church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Kitsap County. The family would like to thank the staff at the Hospice Care Center in Bremerton for their professional and compassionate care.