Mary Lu Eastham
Friday, June 26, Bellingham Golf & Country Club, 2:30 - 5:00
Mary Lu Eastham, age 77 of Bellingham, passed away peacefully June 10, 2015. She was born May 17, 1938 in Everett to Paul and Emily Odegard. Mary Lu grew up in Warm Beach, WA and attended Twin City High School in Stanwood. For University, she attended San Jose State, Washington State and the University of Washington for undergrad studies and Western Washington University for graduate school.
In 1968, Mary Lu moved to Bellingham with Richard Eastham where she raised her children and was an active member of the community. She was a fierce spirit full of love, compassion and curiosity that made a huge impact on all those she touched. She was a wonderful mom, a great friend, a favorite aunt, a devoted sister, and the world’s best grandma. She loved and spoiled her grandson and her puppy every moment she could.
Mary Lu was preceded in death by her parents Paul and Emily Odegard. She is survived by children Linda Eastham Halverson, Ken Eastham, Eric Eastham; her grandchild Cutler Halverson; her brother John Odegard; her sister Paula Knutson; her niece Shirley Shakespeare (Dennis); her nephew Mike Knutson (Gina); and her grand nephew Andrew Knutson.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in honor of Mary Lu Eastham to Whatcom Humane Society, Lighthouse Mission of Bellingham or Agape House of Bellingham.
- Whatcom Humane Society, 2172 Division Street, Bellingham, WA 98226
- Lighthouse Mission of Bellingham, WA, 910 West Holly Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
- Agape House of Bellingham, 910 West Holly Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
The celebration for Mary Lu's life will take place Friday, June 26, 2:30 - 5:00PM, Bellingham Golf & Country Club, , 3729 Meridian St, Bellingham, WA 98225
Memories
From Jeannine adams
we loved you and we will miss you
From Barbara Jolivette
What a wonderful lady and good friend. We will miss you and our good times at Scotty Browns.
Love, Barbara
From Mary McDowell
My heart goes out to all. Mary Lu was my friend for over 25 years. Her wit and wisdom, resilience, and kindness have enriched us all. I will miss her very much.
From Donna Huntley
I so enjoyed getting to know Mary Lu these past few years with Women Sharing Hope. I am saddened at her passing and we will miss her, she had such spirit for giving back! Please consider WSH as one of her favorite charities also. She will be missed!
From Karen Anderson…
Sending my love and deepest sympathies to Mary Lu's family. Words just can't express the saddness I feel. Mary Lu and I have been friends since the 4th grade and have always kept in touch over all these years. She was such a fun and wonderful friend and we shared many happy times (and some sad, too), and oh, so many laughs. I will miss her ever so much.
From Cindy Geri
Mary Lu was a very sweet lady. I am so sorry to hear that she passed away.
From Cecilia (Cec …
I lived near Mary Lu when we were in school at Warm Beach. Then, again, I lived by Mary Lu when we were raising our children on Ridgeway Drive. I found her to be creative, and interesting, and she had a unique charm. I am sadened that she is no longer with us. Hello Eric.
From Roni Lenore
You will be missed!
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