Obituary for Lois Bee "Danielle" Downs
Lois Bee “Danielle” Downs
On Oct 16, 1966, a lovely Autumn Day, our family was blessed with a new little
sister. On Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, we said goodbye - see you later- to our dear sister
who left her life on earth, after fighting for 42 days, a tough battle with the dreaded
COVID.
Between the dash of these 54 years, there was much love shared with others, and
gratitude for her many blessings. Whether you called her “Bee” or “ Danielle”, she was
a warm, caring, optimistic person.
Being one of 9 children, Bee had ample opportunities to develop her sharing attributes
at a very young age, which helped her to bond with each family member as the family
expanded. In keeping with her unselfish nature, she learned to share, always sharing
half of what she had. At the end of her life, through donation, she was able to give the
gift of sight to two blind individuals.
In High School as a member of the Future Business Leader Club, Bee had a “thriving “
business selling home-made Mrs. Fields chocolate chip cookies during the lunch hour.
She was also blessed with additional talents; creating her own stamped card line
-which she named “Molly Prints” after her first Lab companion.
Bee was known as the “FUN AUNT '' ; by her nieces and nephews who were so
captivated by the endless activities and projects ONLY Aunt Bee could pull off. Only Bee
and her labs could suddenly reappear in full clown suits which brought so much
enjoyment and excitement!
Bee’s home baked creations at appropriate times for others--offering warm comforting
foods to sweet tooth cravings, conveyed care and support in trying situations to many
blessed recipients.
Another passion of Bee’s was her three Labrador Retriever Pups; Molly, Sam, and
Heidi. They enhanced her life immensely--making her life complete. Time spent on
adventures, walks or exploring new places, especially when shared with sisters and
their dogs was very precious. One of her favorite places to visit was Quincy Lakes.
The third passion in Bee’s life was her love of plants and gardening. Not blessed with a
‘green thumb” -- she was able to convince plants they could grow and flourish in rock
hard soil. Many people over the years have left her home with numerous cuttings of
various plants tucked in portable planters with specific instructions on where and how to
plant / care for them after visiting Bee.
Bee was blessed with a very positive, optimistic outlook to life. She had a knack for
finding just the right quote, affirmation or poem to help with the betterment of herself
and others, during life’s many challenges. Bee and others became more resilient to
the challenges of life through Bee’s toolbox of motivational quotes.
Bee’s parting words to us all:
Continue on your journey whether it be long or short, live in the moment and cherish
each other...; Noticing something beautiful you have not noticed before; each day of
your life. Grab your leashes, gather your pups and secure your path for your journey.
Traveling, winding up the mountain slopes with breathtaking views… struggling through
the valleys and lowlands for lessons to be learned in life...hopefully not lingering too
long.
Then, WHAT?? My name has been called?
Then up up up the pups and I must go--
To the beautiful heavens above
Where all heavy burdens and cares are let go.
So watch yourself along the Earthly path as you go,
Becoming your true self,
As you progress and grow.
I will meet you here in meadows gold
To continue our love that was cherished below.
Danielle / Bee was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Boman and J.Lee Downs,
her brother James William.
Bee is survived by sisters Peggy, MaryAnn (Efrain), Nancy, Beckie (Byron), and brothers John (Claudia), Tom (Ann), Joseph ( Sharel), and all loved Nieces and Nephews.
Bee’s wish was that in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the following
foundation in Bee’s / Danielle’s memory.
Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation
RLS.org
Donate by phone 512-366-9109
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 11th from 6pm-8pm at Scharbach’s Columbia Funeral Chapel, Quincy. A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, August 12, 2021, also at Scharbach’s Columbia Funeral Chapel. Concluding services will follow at the Quincy Valley Cemetery.
Please leave a memory for the family or sign their online guestbook at www.scharbachs.com.
Scharbach’s Columbia Funeral Chapel, Quincy, WA is assisting the family with arrangements.
On Oct 16, 1966, a lovely Autumn Day, our family was blessed with a new little
sister. On Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, we said goodbye - see you later- to our dear sister
who left her life on earth, after fighting for 42 days, a tough battle with the dreaded
COVID.
Between the dash of these 54 years, there was much love shared with others, and
gratitude for her many blessings. Whether you called her “Bee” or “ Danielle”, she was
a warm, caring, optimistic person.
Being one of 9 children, Bee had ample opportunities to develop her sharing attributes
at a very young age, which helped her to bond with each family member as the family
expanded. In keeping with her unselfish nature, she learned to share, always sharing
half of what she had. At the end of her life, through donation, she was able to give the
gift of sight to two blind individuals.
In High School as a member of the Future Business Leader Club, Bee had a “thriving “
business selling home-made Mrs. Fields chocolate chip cookies during the lunch hour.
She was also blessed with additional talents; creating her own stamped card line
-which she named “Molly Prints” after her first Lab companion.
Bee was known as the “FUN AUNT '' ; by her nieces and nephews who were so
captivated by the endless activities and projects ONLY Aunt Bee could pull off. Only Bee
and her labs could suddenly reappear in full clown suits which brought so much
enjoyment and excitement!
Bee’s home baked creations at appropriate times for others--offering warm comforting
foods to sweet tooth cravings, conveyed care and support in trying situations to many
blessed recipients.
Another passion of Bee’s was her three Labrador Retriever Pups; Molly, Sam, and
Heidi. They enhanced her life immensely--making her life complete. Time spent on
adventures, walks or exploring new places, especially when shared with sisters and
their dogs was very precious. One of her favorite places to visit was Quincy Lakes.
The third passion in Bee’s life was her love of plants and gardening. Not blessed with a
‘green thumb” -- she was able to convince plants they could grow and flourish in rock
hard soil. Many people over the years have left her home with numerous cuttings of
various plants tucked in portable planters with specific instructions on where and how to
plant / care for them after visiting Bee.
Bee was blessed with a very positive, optimistic outlook to life. She had a knack for
finding just the right quote, affirmation or poem to help with the betterment of herself
and others, during life’s many challenges. Bee and others became more resilient to
the challenges of life through Bee’s toolbox of motivational quotes.
Bee’s parting words to us all:
Continue on your journey whether it be long or short, live in the moment and cherish
each other...; Noticing something beautiful you have not noticed before; each day of
your life. Grab your leashes, gather your pups and secure your path for your journey.
Traveling, winding up the mountain slopes with breathtaking views… struggling through
the valleys and lowlands for lessons to be learned in life...hopefully not lingering too
long.
Then, WHAT?? My name has been called?
Then up up up the pups and I must go--
To the beautiful heavens above
Where all heavy burdens and cares are let go.
So watch yourself along the Earthly path as you go,
Becoming your true self,
As you progress and grow.
I will meet you here in meadows gold
To continue our love that was cherished below.
Danielle / Bee was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Boman and J.Lee Downs,
her brother James William.
Bee is survived by sisters Peggy, MaryAnn (Efrain), Nancy, Beckie (Byron), and brothers John (Claudia), Tom (Ann), Joseph ( Sharel), and all loved Nieces and Nephews.
Bee’s wish was that in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the following
foundation in Bee’s / Danielle’s memory.
Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation
RLS.org
Donate by phone 512-366-9109
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 11th from 6pm-8pm at Scharbach’s Columbia Funeral Chapel, Quincy. A celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, August 12, 2021, also at Scharbach’s Columbia Funeral Chapel. Concluding services will follow at the Quincy Valley Cemetery.
Please leave a memory for the family or sign their online guestbook at www.scharbachs.com.
Scharbach’s Columbia Funeral Chapel, Quincy, WA is assisting the family with arrangements.