Anita Carlene Straw Obituary (1945

Anita Carlene (Heimbigner) Straw, 70 was born in Walla Walla, WA, to Vernice and Carl Heimbigner on Feb. 4, 1945, and passed away at home surrounded by her family on May 1, 2015. Carlene married Ron on January 11, 1964, in Walla Walla, WA. Carlene is survived in death by her husband: Ron; a sister: Donna; and a brother: Buddy. Together they had three daughters: Paula, Rhonda, and Teresa. They were a retired Navy family and lived in places such as San Diego, CA; Groton, CT; Charleston, S.C., Arlington, VA; and Bremerton, WA. She is survived by nine grandchildren: Justin, Connor, Allison, Ronna, Rachel, Rebeca, Richie, Andrew, Erin, along with eleven great-grandkids. She also has many nieces and nephews. Carlene was a graduate of Walla Walla High School and enjoyed roller skating, going to the movies and spending time with family and friends. Carlene was a member of Beta Sigma Phi for several years and co-chaired the bicentennial coronation in 1986 in Arlington, VA. Carlene was a member of the Submarine Veteran's Ladies Auxiliary for several years. She loved to do quilting, gardening, and many different crafts. She was an avid bowler and liked to play games with her sister, brother-in-law and several friends as often as she could. Carlene loved to watch sports; the Mariners and the Seahawks were her favorites. There will be a Graveside Service, 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 15, 2015, at Terrace Heights Memorial Park. A Celebration of Life will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May16, 201,5 at the family home. Memories of Anita may be shared at www.shawandsons.com.