Willard Milton Kluth Obituary (1921

Willard Milton Kluth was born in Wibaux, Montana, to Charles and Hattie (Potter) Kluth. The family moved to Everett, Washington where he attended school, graduating in 1939. He joined the US Navy; serving in the submarine service following raining in New London, Connecticut. He married Muriel Grace (Quilitz) on April 30, 1943 in Everett. After the war they made their home in East Bremerton. Willard began his career at PSNS where he worked as Quarterman Shipfitter until his retirement. He enjoyed his garden and woodshop, hunting and fishing, the Seattle Mariners and Seahawks. He attended Manette Community Church and was a member of the Gideon's International Auxiliary. He is preceded in death by his wife of 62 years and best friend, Muriel; 2 brothers, Charles and Harold; grandson, Aaron. He is survived by his daughter; Cheryl (Gary) Patton of Goldendale, WA; 5 grandchildren (and spouses); 11 great-grandchildren. Willard was a man of integrity and will be greatly missed by his friends and family. Inurnment will be by his wife and grandson in Goldendale, Washington. Memorials can be made in his honor to Manette Community Church or to the Gideon's.