VERNON SELLS

Vernon Sells, 96 years old, died peacefully October 10, 2017. Vernon was a life time resident of Kent, WA.

Vernon served in the US Army during WWII and was wounded on Okinawa, receiving a Purple Heart. He completed his service on the East Coast of the United States.

Vernon enjoyed hunting and fishing with his brother and nephews, and was a proficient gardener sharing the produce he grew with family.

Vernon was preceded in death by his father, James; his mother, Emma; and his brother Lowell.


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