Irene B. Hume

Irene Bernice Hume of Montesano passed away on Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, at Capital Medical Center.

Irene Bernice Hume of Montesano passed away on Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, at Capital Medical Center. Irene was born on Aug. 24, 1925, to Harry and Ethel (Collins) Eaton in Piedmont, Mo.

On Dec. 23, 1941, Irene married Foster Hume. They celebrated 59 years of marriage before his passing in 2001.

Irene loved the Lord, her church, family, picture jigsaw puzzles and the Seahawks.

Irene is survived by her sons Michael (Arlene) Hume of Montesano, Wash. and Stanley (Phyllis) Hume of Everett, Wash.; daughter Sharon (Robert) McClelland of Sekiu, Wash.; brother Gilbert Olson of Oregon; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Foster Hume; son Ronald Hume; and brothers Hartford, Artie, and Howard.

Irene will be laid to rest in a private graveside service at Wynooche Cemetery.

A Celebration of Irene’s life will be held at noon on Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, at The Central Park Baptist Church. A reception will follow.

To share memories or express condolences please visit www.harrisonfamilymortuary.com Harrison Family Mortuary of Montesano is honored to assist the family.

The family would like to express thanks to the nurses and doctors of Capital Medical Center who provided excellent care and to Dr. Ki Shin whom Irene loved and trusted as her primary doctor.