Claire Quefeulou Beil
August 4, 1923 - March 31, 2020
Obituary
Claire Quefeulou Beil passed away peacefully on March 31, 2020 at the age of 96. She was born August 4th, 1923 in Saint-Denis, France. She had a bother Robert Quefeulou who preceded her in death.
Claire married William Orrie Beil (Bill) in Paris in 1946, while he was serving in WWII. Upon Bill’s discharge, they moved to his home in Renton, WA where they remained for 57 wonderful years. Their only child, Steven, was born 7-1-49, and preceded Claire in death at age 59.
The family enjoyed traveling together and visiting relatives in France. Claire enjoyed hiking, working in her yard and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by many nieces and nephews in the United States and France.
Our family knew Claire for many years and she was one of my mom’s closest friends (they were both French and it was always fun to listen to them talk, jumping from French to English and back again). Claire was an amazing person and so sharp right up until our last visit late last year. Still can’t believe she’s gone, but she’s reunited with her beloved Bill and Steve. RIP dear lady!