Maria Elizabeth Pearson

Maria Elizabeth Pearson, beloved wife, sister and friend, passed away peacefully at home on December 13, 2025 in Palisades, Wash. She was 59 years old and was born on January 5, 1966 to Dr. John and CheChe Mirante of Seattle, Wash., who proceeded her in death.

She is survived by her husband Dean Pearson of Palisades, Wa. Brothers Paul, Chris and Peter Mirante, sisters Lisa and Michelle Mirante and Tina Campbell. Along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

From a young age Maria's love for animals grew and brought her adventures to visit family in California during the summer months. Later in life she acquired her own horses and met up with Dean, and they were married on November 19, 1999. She loved being a rancher's wife, rescuing dogs and having many of her own along with ranch cats. Giving them all special names.

She traveled around with her horses to rodeos and barrel racing. Her best days were spent working her horses and attending barrel events. All of which she did up until a month before God took her home. Maria's devotion to her God and her love and support of him that got her through tough times.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 21 at 1pm at St. Rose of Lima School Gym, 520 Nat Washington Way, Ephrata, Washington .

Donations in Maria's name can be sent to Columbia Basin Barrel Racing Club, PO Box 2331, Moses Lake, WA 98837/