Marie E Panchot

She was born May 8, 1926 to Harold and Ellen Claussen of Seattle. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Ben, her daughters Linda Zard, Deanne and (Gary Kruick), Laura and (Kirk Larsen), her sons Dan, and David and (Annette), 12 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Charles Claussen, sister, Geneva (Forrest) Panchot, granddaughter Angelique and great granddaughter, Kameko.

She was devoted to her family, her Sunday school children at Hope Foursquare Church in Snohomish, and supported several children from other countries. She enjoyed painting, sewing, gardening, writing and illustrating children’s books with intention of introducing them to the love of Jesus. Her greatest passion was that everyone would find hope and salvation through the grace of her Lord, Jesus Christ.

A celebration of her life will be held Wed Aug 3, 2011 at 1:00 pm at Floral Hills, 409 Filbert Rd, Lynnwood, WA 98036. Visitation will be from 11:00am – 1:00pm. Reception will immediately follow the service.