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Sally Strawn Obituary

Sally & her family moved to Spokane, Washington when she was a little girl. It was there she married her husband Dick ‘Moose’ Strawn & had their daughter Amber. Sally enjoyed a twenty-five-year career at the NW Museum of Arts & Culture. After her husband died, & she retired, Sally eventually moved to Bellingham where she was an active member of the Evergreen Quilters Guild & volunteered for many years with the Bellingham Community Meals Program. She loved to garden, make preserves, bake pies, & going to movies with friends. Sally was diagnosed with leukemia in January of 2020 and in July Sally passed away due to complications. Sally is survived by her daughter Amber Strawn & son-in-law Jason Quick, siblings Susan, Paul, & Sam Mason, & beloved nephews & nieces. She is also survived by her surly black mutt Olive, who is being doted on & cared for by Sally’s sister-in-law Jeanne Strawn. A memorial service will be arranged for some time in 2021 in Bellingham, Washington In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Bellingham Community Meals Program https://bellinghamcommunitymealprogram.weebly.com/

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Aug. 6, 2020.

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Shelly Potesky

September 20, 2020

With the kids living in Bellingham, Jeff and I wanted to look up the best boss I've ever had. My first boss (and friend) with the state. We worked together so well! We totally ran the business side of ArtFest in the early years. She mentored me and helped me move on.

Unfortunately, when I went to look her up, I found this.

Amber, love & hugs to you. I loved your mom.

Marlene Bennett

August 8, 2020

Sally shared white raspberries and cannas with me. We loved sharing plants with each other. I will always have these to remember her by. We became friends at the Bellingham Athletic Club. She always had a smile on her face and I am sorry for your loss. Blessings...

Marlene Bennett

August 8, 2020

So sorry to hear of your passing. I am glad we became friends during water aerobics at the Bellingham Athletic Club. I have white raspberries and red cannas that you shared with me and they will always a reminder of our friendship.

Rommie McLane

August 7, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Jo Baner

August 6, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Sally always had a smile on her face and was willing to help anyone who needed help. You will be missed!

doreen

August 6, 2020

Soft spoken , giving lovely lady. Will miss her presence.

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