Beatrice Bohon

July 5, 1902 - March 1, 2006

Obituary

Beatrice "Sherry" Bohon, 103, of Ballard, Washington passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, March 1, 2006. She was born on July 5, 1902 in Crowder, Misouri and moved to Seattle, Washington in 1923. Beatrice Sherry married Warren E. Bohon on May 24, 1923 and raised 4 children. Beatrice lived in her present Ballard home for 68 years. Beatrice is preceded in death by her daughter, Vivian Lorraine Bohon and husband, Warren E. Bohonand has a surviving brother, Thurman Sherry of Cheyenne, Wyoming. She is survived by her 4 children; daughter, Barbara J. Underhill, daughter Peggy L. Bures; daughter Rita J. Bohon; and son, Warren E. Bohon. Beatrice was lovingly known as "Gammy" to her 8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Beatrice loved to work in her beautiful garden and enjoyed cooking and needlework as well. She also enjoyed entertaining and was very active in her community through American Legion, Parent Teacher Association PTA, World War II Volunteer and was a devoted member of her church. Beatrice was a wonderful example of someone who thought of others before herself and a true testimony of kindness. Beatrice "Gammy" was loved by many and will be greatly missed. In Lieu of flowers, please donate to Medic One Foundation, Providence Hospice, Northminster Presbyterian church or charity of your choice.

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Jim & Nancy Berard
Jim & Nancy Berard
4 years ago

Warren and family: So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Just know she is in a better place.