Beverly Jane Arnold passed away Sept. 25, 2006, at Harborview Medical Center after experiencing a brain aneurysm.
Bev was born on Nov. 4, 1930, in Eau Claire, Wis., to Gustave and Vivian Bednark. Bev and late husband, Floyd owned and operated Arnolds Feed Store in Lynnwood, Wash. for many years before retiring. Her infectious laugh and loving demeanor were present throughout her life. Bev was an active member of Lynnwood Free Methodist Church and took pleasure in helping anyone in need.
She is preceded in death by husband, Floyd; mother and father, Gustave Bednark and Vivian Bednark Minor; and sister, June Johnson.
She leaves behind her daughter, Linda Arnold; brother, Jim (Joanne) Bednark; brother-in-law, Verne (Betty) Arnold and numerous nieces and nephews who loved her with all their heart.
Honoring Bevs request, there will be no formal services. A celebration of her life was held at 2 p.m., Saturday Oct. 7, 2006, at Marysville Cemetery at the gravesite, and then there was a caravan for a farewell celebration with food and friends who shared precious memories of dear, sweet Bev.
Arrangements by Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.