Mary Lewis Houtz

Enumclaw resident Mary Lewis Houtz died, surrounded by family, Dec. 14, 2013, in Puyallup.

She was born Dec. 11, 1934, in Denver, Colo. She grew up in Piedmont, Calif., and attended the University of Colorado. She lived in Colorado and California most of her life, raising three children and working as an administrative assistant and office manager, before moving to Enumclaw in 2011. She enjoyed studying Greek history and being with her family.

She is survived by her son Burt Houtz and wife Nancy of California; daughter Dr. Jane Houtz (Becky) of Enumclaw; and three grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by son Daniel L. Houtz and ex-husband David A. Houtz.

A celebration of her life is scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, at Weeks Funeral Home in Enumclaw.

Memorials may be made, in her name, to the Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation, www.diabeteswellness.net.