George Achen Quast Obituary (1924

George Achen Quast, age 78, of Silverdale, passed away Wednesday April 24, 2002 about noontime in his home with his beloved JoAnn at his side. He was born April 20, 1924 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Arthur A. and Agnes F. (Hart) Quast.George was raised and educated there in Little Rock. During World War II, he served his country by serving in the US Navy for four years. George went on to become an applicance repairman, who could fix just about everything. 17 months ago JoAnn came into his life and they choose to live each day to the fullest. George was an artist and a gardener who could make just about anything grow. He was a musician and would play his guitar and sing for JoAnn. It was always a special time when they could dance. He always lent a hand when he saw there was a need. George was known and loved by all. He was a diamond in the rough. George is survived by his beloved Joann Dargie of Silverdale,daughters; Sharon Wehmeier of Forks, WA, Martia Gunderson-Webb of Needles, CA, Jan Quast Michaelis of Seattle, WA, sisters; Ida M. Sisco, Lorraine McCuin and Neoma Bridges all of Little Rock, Arkansas, several grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. In George's memory, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 2383 Bremerton, WA 98310. At his request, there will be no services, but instead, take a moment to help a friend or neighbor, as he so often did.