Mary Jane Vanderhage's obituary , Passed away on May 14, 2025 in Bellingham, Washington

Mary Jane Vanderhage

March 7, 1924 - May 14, 2025 (101 years old)

Bellingham, Washington

Mary Jane Vanderhage's obituary , Passed away on May 14, 2025 in Bellingham, Washington

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gillies Funeral Home

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Mary Jane Vanderhage

March 7, 1924 - May 14, 2025 (101 years old)

Bellingham, Washington

Mary Jane Vanderhage Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Mary Jane Vanderhage of Bellingham, Washington, who passed away on May 14, 2025 at the age of 101. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Jane Vanderhage to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Katherine Rupple and George Michel; her husband Clarence "Tex" Vanderhage; her children, Larry Olsen and Bonnie Smith (Smith); her son-in-law Jeff Smith; and her great grandchild Brandon Intong.

She is survived by: her brothers, Viktor and Edward Michel; her former husband Oswald Olsen; her child Thomas Olsen (Marty); and her daughter-in-law Jeanie Olsen. She is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

In Mary's memory, donations are suggested to Whatcom Hospice Foundation.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gillies Funeral Home



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Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Services
202 Front St, Lynden, WA 98264

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May 28

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Gillies Funeral Home & Cremation Services
202 Front St, Lynden, WA 98264

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May 28

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Monumenta Cemetery
1980 Front St, Lynden, WA 98264

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