Obituary of Dona W. Bird

Dona W. Bird passed away February 13, 2017 in Olympia, Washington, at age 89. Although she was born March 14, 1927 to George “Jurgen” and Lilliani Von Dohlen in Tacoma, Washington, she considered herself a lifelong Olympia resident. Dona graduated from Olympia High School with the Class of 1944. She was married to Stephen Polomchak (1945-1949), and then married William R. Bird on July 30, 1949 in Olympia. Dona worked as a dental assistant at Fort Lewis, a secretary for the State of Washington, and a homemaker. She also was actively involved with Morningside Services in Olympia for many years. She was her son Bruce’s biggest fan, and would attend all of his Special Olympics games and bowling tournaments. In her spare time, she loved to garden, and kept an award-worthy yard of beautiful flowers. Dona kept very connected to her community, and always had a warm hello for neighbors, the bank teller, or the grocery clerk. Dona is survived by her sons, Seven D. Bird (Marty), and William R. Bird Jr. (Terrie); four grandchildren; and four great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Bill Bird; son, Bruce Bird; daughter, Wendy Bird; parents, Lillian and Jurgen Von Dohlen; and sisters, Juanita Cosby and Shirley Jacobs. Please leave memories of Dona or condolences for her family in the Guestbook below.