Beatrice “Mema” Angeline (Christensen) Starr

Beatrice, one of 13 children, was born March 25, 1946, in Oakville, Wash. to the late Violet and Benjamin Starr. Beatrice passed away July 22, 2018, at home.

She was married to the late David Christensen. They had two children, Lillian and David both of Grays Harbor.

She is also survived by two special granddaughters, Shelby of California and Bethany of Grays Harbor. She loved her children and granddaughters so much. She traveled a lot with her daughter and granddaughters. Her favorite places were Hawaii and California. Anywhere they found a good place to eat and make memories is where she wanted to be.

Beatrice was a member of the Chehalis Tribe as a respected elder.

Besides her children and grandchildren, she is survived by her sisters, Starla Starr and Lolly Starr and brothers, Lee Sr. and Benjamin Starr Jr.

Beatrice’s funeral will be at the Shaker Church on the Chehalis Reservation on Friday, July 27th @ 10 a.m. Burial at Mills and Mills in Tumwater.

Beatrice was a free spirit, heart of gold and loved all who came into her path.

Please take a few moments to share your thoughts with the family by signing the on-line register at www.colemanmortuary.net.