Lucille Evelyn (Larsen) Walton

Lucille Evelyn (Larsen) Walton November 4, 1930- March 28, 2018 Surrounded by her daughters, Lucille Evelyn Walton, age 87, was reunited on March 28, 2018 with Wesley, her husband of 60 years who preceded her in death in 2009. In spite of several health challenges, Lucille loved, laughed and lived well until her final days in the comfort of her Village Green Retirement Home in Federal Way, WA. Born November 4, 1930, in St. Paul, MN, to Elma and Charles Larsen, she was the second of four children. She is survived by siblings: Marie Charlotte Jones, John Michael Larsen and Doretta Ruth Dorman. Lucille grew up on a farm in Buckley, WA, instilling her passion for the outdoors, family life, hard work and creativity. She attended Lincoln HS in Seattle and worked at the Wallingford Ice Creamery where she met and later married Wesley P. Walton "Bud" on January 15, 1949. They had five daughters, commonly referred to as "the "Walton girls." Suzanne Patricia, Christine Louise, Gloria Marlene, Elizabeth Irene and Lorraine Lynette. Lucille was closely involved with her girl's school and sports activities as well as caring for children of others. Later she was employed as a bake...[more]

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ook at the Nathan Hale HS lunchroom. Her signature "monster cookies" became a family favorite. Lucille and Wes, AKA as Mima and Papa, poured their lives into their family. Gatherings were common for all occasions or "just because" and included testing opportunities for perspective boyfriends/future son-in-laws. Lucille's' life was enriched by 8 grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren and many loved nieces and nephews. She did as much for one as she did for all. She nourished them with wisdom, without judgment and helped them grow individually. Her hobbies flourished with each family member: photography, sewing, cake decorating and outdoor recreation. Camping adventures, especially at Deception Pass State Park, were the highlight. Often she arrived, a lone adult with a large group of children, adamantly testifying to Park Rangers that these were all hers. Even after Lucille and Wes retired and moved to Mt. Vernon, WA, their home remained the family hub. They enjoyed adventurous travel trips including one in their camper across the United States. Lucille moved to Village Green and continued an active lifestyle there as well as with her own hobby interests, family visits and trips. She will be remembered for her devotion to Wes, her strong family bond to daughters/extended family, unconditional love and the ability to overcome adversity. Memorial donations may be made in her name to Village Green Retirement Community in Federal Way, WA. As a valued resident, the staff provided her with a high quality of life and a loving home. Words of comfort may be expressed for Lucille Walton's family by clicking on the Tributes tab just below their name.