About the Board
Barbara McDowell President
Barbara McDowell and her husband, Mac, moved to Washington in October 1999, and have resided in Belfair since that time. Barbara's work experience was in the San Diego area of California where she worked in the clerical field in the aircraft and missile industries; and real estate and book publishing businesses. She joined the Naval Reserve in November 1984 and worked in the supply field for 12 years. Barbara then joined a squadron at North Island Naval Air Station and enjoyed flying as a flight attendant for 3 years. Upon her husband's retirement in 1999 and moving to Washington, Barbara completed her 20 year career in the supply field at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station, and retired in November 2004, attaining the rate of Chief Petty Officer. Barbara and her husband joined the Humane Society of Mason County in August 2006. They are avid animal lovers, and over the years have owned countless dogs and cats, as well as farm animals. Barbara was elected as Secretary in February 2007, and President in October 2008; and hopes the dreams of attaining a humane society shelter and related services in Mason County will be realized as soon as possible.
Blanche Valverde Vice President
Susan Smith Secretary
Dr. Nancy Isbell Board Member
Dr Nancy Isbell owner and veterinarian of Belltowne Veterinary Center in Belfair, WA. Has been in practice for years and treated everything from snakes to tigers, wolves to turtles. currently working on cats and dogs, both traditionally and with acupuncture and chinese herbs. All her pets (once maxing out at 24 total, cats, dogs, and birds, have been rescues.
Judy Davey Board Member
Brenda Armstrong Board Member
Lynn Soderlund Board Member
