Yakima - Nadine Hunter, 98, of Yakima passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 24, 2022 at home.
She was born Carmen Nadine Dickenson on September 12, 1924 in Woodburn, Oregon to Clarence and Edna (Erb) Dickenson. Though her legal name was Carmen Nadine, she always went by Nadine.
She eloped with her high school sweetheart, Harvey Hunter, on February 11, 1943. When Harvey returned from WW11, they moved to Yakima.
Nadine spent her early years at home with her children. Later she worked in children's and women's retail and she owned a greeting service for several years. Her last and favorite job was as a medical assistant.
Nadine did crossword puzzles daily and loved to read, play cards and cribbage. She could often be found at a Blackjack table or the slots at the casino. The last few years Nadine enjoyed meeting with her friends at Living Care for coffee each morning and wine at night. She had a delightful sense of humor.
Survivors include two daughters, Linda Triboulet of Tucson, AZ and Janis Knight of Mansfield, TX; son Larry Hunter (Billie) of Griswold, CT. Nadine also had 8 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey; her sisters, Patricia and Maxine, and her parents.
A private graveside service and Celebration of Life will be held for family and close friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Wesley United Methodist Church or a charity of the donor’s choice.
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