Sharon Muree Frances Ivester

Sharon Muree Frances Jessen Ivester, age 85, died peacefully on July 21, 2016 at Sunrise of Edmonds, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's. Sharon was born March 5, 1931, in Havre, Montana, the daughter of Nordahl L. Jessen and Gertrude Frasier Jessen. At the age of 5 months the family moved to North Seattle, Washington.

Sharon attended Maple Leaf Grade school and graduated from Lincoln High School, class of 1948. She was married to Floyd Arnold Ivester for 67 wonderful years. She worked as a bookkeeper and retired from Plywood Supply after 30 years. Sharon played and enjoyed the game of golf from a early age. She was a member of the Jackson Jills Park Ladies Club.

Sharon is survived by her husband, Floyd Ivester, of Lake Forest Park; daughters, Linda (Tim) Drumhiller, of Yakima, Gayle (Rick) Lagerstrom of Bothell; Son, Randall (Pam) Bickle of Gig Harbor; six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; brother, J. Wayne Jessen; sisters-in-law, Miriam Jessen and Delores Anderson; brothers-in-law, Everett Douglas and Dale Ivester, and numerous loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 2:00 pm at Acacia Memorial Park at 14951 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park, Washington. In lieu of flowers, memorial donation can be sent in her name to Alzheimer's Association, 100 W Harrison St., Seattle, WA 98119. The family would like to thank all the staff and care givers at Sunrise of Edmonds for their personal and loving care.

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Published by The Seattle Times from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2016.

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Rose Thygesen

July 21, 2021

I can´t believe that it´s been five years already! Sharon and Floyd are together again. They were such wonderful neighbors. I have great memories of both of them.

Clayton

July 21, 2017

Our hope is that the support of family and friends will comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead.

Alicia Sencenbaugh

August 13, 2016

To Grandma from her granddaughter, Alicia

When I was asked to share a memory of Grandma, I couldn't think of just one special moment. Frankly, because there were just too many. I couldn't possibly share them all.

She was the cheerleader of our lives, attending every band concert, ice skating competition, award ceremony and graduation. She was there for it all. She was the smiling face that greeted us at the door after coming back from an adventurous afternoon at the lake. We were most likely covered in mud and sand and she would have warm water ready to wash us off and wrap us in a towel hug.

When I was little she was my slug hunting buddy. Looking back, I'm not sure why she agreed to that, but nonetheless, she did because she loved us, loved being with us, and encouraged our sense of adventure.

When I was a teenager she taught me how to swing a golf club and the importance of being honest when keeping score. (Because if you cheat, you're only cheating yourself) She also threw in the fact that wealthy, good looking men play golf, which is solid advice for anyone wondering. :)

I remember countless boat cruises around the lake, card games at night, and camp fires. When we water skied by the cabin we would be sure to really turn it up because we knew she would be watching.

Now that I have kids of my own, it was so special to see her unconditional love for them. I know that love is what she felt for all of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She would look at them with a proud gaze and just grin...so happy to be around her family.

She was one special lady, who was full of love, compassion, and a little bit of sass. The best Christmas cookie and pie baker around. She was beyond special to me. The memories shared with her will live in our hearts forever. I'll miss you, Ganga.

Rose Thygesen

August 4, 2016

I was so very privileged to live next door to Sharon and Floyd for many years. Such wonderful neighbors. I'm going to miss Sharon's warmth and her wonderful smile.

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Peggy Hathway

July 29, 2016

Giving and loving lady; always ready to share a meal and a smile with friends. She and mother, Mary Hall, were fellow Jills and great pals. Love and God's blessing on you Sharon. And warm prayers to "Floydy" and the whole family; I wish I was there to share in the celebration of her life with you!
Peggy

Angie and Cal Mordy

July 27, 2016

What a wonderful lady! Rest in peace Sharon.

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