Lolita deGuzman Pasag

Lolita deGuzman Pasag, 89 years old, made her journey to Heaven to be with her beloved

husband, Artemio Salcedo Pasag, family members, and son-in-law, who have passed before

her on February 2, 2024, while residing at Regency Coupeville. She passed peacefully

surrounded by her beloved family.

Lolita was born on March 19, 1934, in San Carlos City, Pangasinan, Philippines to Cicilio

deGuzman and Joaquina Brigida Dulay. She had four brothers.

Lolita's mom passed away when she was only 8 years old. As a result, she was raised by her

Auntie, Sionne Solomon, from 1942 to 1954. In addition to her education during these years,

she competed in track and was a high school 100 meter dash champion.

Lolita then attended the University of Santo Tomos in Manila, where she earned a business

degree, and was also on the cheer squad. After graduating, Lolita worked as a stenographer at

the city courthouse, followed by a tenure at the Shell Asiatic Oil Refinery Administration.

In 1955, Lolita met Artemio while he was serving in the United States Navy in the Philippines.

They enjoyed going to parks and movies, and decided to get married the following year, on

December 30, 1956.

In 1960, Lolita and Artemio started their family, giving birth to her first child, Artemio Jr. in the

U.S. Naval Base Subic Bay, Philippines. Later, they moved to Oak Harbor, Washington, where

she then gave birth to Larry Don in 1962, and Kathryn in 1963.

While her husband remained on active duty, they lived in Taipei, Taiwan, and numerous places

throughout California. He was deployed to Vietnam twice, during which Lolita played a strong

role in raising their family. In 1972, he retired in Oak Harbor, WA.

In 1984, Lolita’s daughter, Kathryn, married Merle Spencer Nienhuis. Shortly afterwards in 1987,

they had a son named Matthew. Lolita loved being with Matthew. He shared many of his

photographs with her over the years, especially as an adult.

Lolita loved traveling, cooking, gardening, pets, crossword puzzles, game shows, arts and

crafts, and sporting events. Every day, she enjoyed writing in her journal.

In the Summer of 2016, Lolita fell ill and became a resident at Regency Coupeville. There, she

easily made friends with the staff and residents. She continued doing arts and crafts. Lolita

enjoyed watching cooking shows, sports, and WWE Wrestling with her family and residents.

Lolita is survived by her children, Artemio Jr., Larry Don, Kathryn Nienhuis, and grandson,

Matthew Nienhuis.

While she had requested no funeral services, everyone is welcome to send cards and flowers,

condolences / memories for the family through the Wallin-Stucky Funeral Home.