Mariane Grace Ball

Mariane Ball died peacefully in her home, April 26, 2016. She was born to Albert and Mabel Christiansen in Enumclaw, July 22, 1929. She married Elliott Ball on Nov 16, 1956. He preceded her in death. Survivors include; daughters Patty Ball Abad (Dan), Christine Ball Gill, Karen Ball Thorsen (Chris). Sons Jim Ball (Sharon) and John Ball (Cindy). 14 grandchildren: Michael, Jason, David, Lucho, Andrea, Gina, Melinda, Annie, Tonya, Deanna, Bob, Jennifer, Jeffery, and Raymond. 13 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren, sister-in-law Lucille and numerous nieces, nephews, lots of extended family and friends, one very spoiled dog, Max and her equally spoiled cat, Tucker. In her early years she worked at the National Bank of Commerce in downtown Bremerton, then became a homemaker for many years. Later in life she decided to work outside the home again. She was the receptionist for many years at the YMCA. She loved that job. Mariane enjoyed her grandchildren, mushroom picking, going to Laughlin to play the slot machines, going to different casinos closer to home, reading, loved her dog Max, loved Christmas lights, and liked watching scary movies. She would sing the poem "Trees" in an opera voice and always made us crack up. She was so dramatic about it. A family and friend gathering will be held May 14th at her home, from 1 to 4. 1313 Ivy Road Bremerton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations for Alzheimer's may be made at www.alz.org. Choose Tribute/memorial donation.