Maurine Kay Arend (Melior) entered into rest on December 30, 2018. She was born in Portland, Oregon on June 29, 1943, the only daughter of Richard and Kathleen Melior. She spent her childhood in Sandpoint, Idaho and graduated from Rogers High School in Spokane. She married Air Force member Richard Arend in 1962 and joined him in his military career. The Arends welcomed son Mark in 1964 and daughter Kathy in 1967. Maurine travelled extensively following her husband's military career, before enjoying several years stationed in Anchorage, Alaska. After Richard's military retirement, Maurine and her family moved to their property in southern Pend Oreille County in 1979, where she lived until her death. She loved her home in the woods and took great pleasure in watching the deer and other wildlife, especially the hummingbirds.

Maurine worked at Northern Quest Casino for several years before retiring to enjoy her hobbies, which included reading, gardening, crocheting, and browsing antique stores and flea markets.

She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Richard, her loving daughter, Kathy (Wayne), her nephew, Dan (Karla), two grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her son, Mark, and her brothers Rick and Gary. She was always smiling and happy and created a warm, loving home for her family. Maurine touched many lives and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to Spokane Humane Society.

Sherman-Campbell Funeral and Cremation Services in Newport is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guest book at shermancampbell.com .