Amanda Marjorie Daniels, age 93, a longtime resident of the Sedro-Woolley area, died on Saturday, March 13, 2010, at Life Care Center of Skagit Valley in Sedro-Woolley.
She was born on September 28, 1916 in Flat River, Missouri, the daughter of Luther and Lydia (O’Sullivan) Forshee. She moved to the area in 1939 from Iowa. She was united in marriage to Jessie Daniels on February 2, 1943, in Mount Vernon. She was a homemaker and she and Jesse worked a farm just north of Sedro-Woolley. She was a longtime member of the Samish Grange, and loved sewing and taking care of her grandchildren.
Amanda is survived by her daughters, Judy Stevens and husband Gene of Tacoma, Gloria Peterson of Stanwood and Sondra Burnett and husband Bob of Sedro-Woolley; six grandchildren and numerous great and great-great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
The family suggests memorials be made to “Activities” at Life Care Center in Sedro-Woolley, or to a charity of your choice.
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Lemley Chapel, with Pastor Stan Wing officiating. Interment will follow at the Sedro-Woolley Union Cemetery. A time of visitation will be held on Tuesday from 9:00 to 5:00 at Lemley Chapel, and prior to the funeral on Wednesday.
My condolences on the passing of a wonderful lady. She was my mom, Daren’s, roommate for over two years at Life Care Center. Mom was depressed, and Amanda did her best to get along with her. Amanda was full of life, and always had a lot to say and could keep the visit going, even if Mom could not. I could tell we shared a love of plants, clothes, sewing, and activities. I regret that I only came by once after Mom passed. I know Amanda was surrounded by loving family at all times, and was lucky in that respect. You will be missed. Love, Cindy
What a lady Amanda was. I always looked up to her in the Grange and missed her when she could no longer attend. And the fun I had with her at bowling. My thoughts are with her family and I want them to know how much she is missed.
Mary Mulrooney
Our condolences to the family!
God Bless!
A cousin in Missouri
Peace be with you. May your entrance into the world beyond be announced with a special dance tune just for you. Fond memories of your love of dance and the grace of your movement and the smile of pleasure lighting up the Grange Hall will never be forgettten by many who had the privilege of knowing you. I also want to say to your family that your hard work for the Grange and its members was and is still appreciated.
Life is full of many challenges, and Amanda met them head on. I will always remember you with love in my heart and with thankfulness that I was privileged to know you Amanda, and your family.
Manda , we all miss your prescence. Even though you quietly kick our butts at bingo, we sure missed you! Many times I catch myself speeding by you old room, knowing that you’re not here- you’re in a bigger place with Jesse now. I guess I just miss you in your pretty clothes, always smiling through the pain. The Bingo Buzzards will miss your cookie sales addition to the general bingo fund- thank you. I just love you and your spunkiness! How do I say goodbye?
Even though its hard I can’t deny reality, keep smiling and kicking butt- Julie
Dear Little one. Walking down the hallway at the Carecenter will never be quite the same. So many times you were rolling your vehicle out your room door and heading onward with a very determined purpose. You would recognize me and always smile. If my daughter, Julie was ill or not being where she was supposed to be you always asked me if she was okay. You were there in the dining room carefully eating your meal, closely checking out your area and making sure the others were doing what they were supposed to. Amanda, little one, somehow I got it into my head that you would always be there. That is really the case. I can not reach out and touch your hand but I can see and feel you there.
Your passing goes so much deeper. Your family, especially Sandra and Bob were such a vital part of our lives. Julie spent so much time with you. You always cared and visited with her. For many years,Amanda, you and your family included Julie, myself, husband, son and grandson into your circle .
You were such a strong little fighter. I admire you . Thank you, Amanda and family for gathering Julie and myself in. We shall miss you .
Love, Julie’s Mom.
To the families of the GREATEST AUNT THERE EVER WAS
Aunt Amanda What a wonderful life we all had with you, Uncle Jesse and all the cousins. I remember the great times we had, the long walks from our house through the woods to your house. The time we threw the boys clothes down the OUT-HOUSE, because the had gone swimming and were supposed to be working and the trouble we got in by you and our Mom. My love and heart goes out to your family in this time. RIP GREAT LADY
Love Joan
Aunt Amanda – I loved you so much you were such a sweet and loving Aunt. I have wonderful memories of my youth and the fun times we’ve all had at your house. I remember the night Uncle Harry died. My dad was up pacing the floor and I knew something bad had happened. You were so good to me. Taught me how to cut out a pattern and sew. When Jack and I lived in Bellingham and I was expecting Debbie I came to your house once a week and you helped/showed me how to make baby clothes for her. Oh, the fun times all of our families had at your house, Aunt Clara’s, Mom & Dad’s. Us kids would play by the river, play games…had to use our imagination, couldn’t afford fancy toys. ….we played ball a lot and I’m not sure we even had a real bat, but a hunk of wood. We were all poor but rich inthe things that count; LOVE. I long for those days again. You were the hardest working lady I’ve ever known. I never saw you without a smile on your face no matter what the circumstances! When Jack and I came to see you after Christmas I felt bad for your condition. You were such a vital person. I will never forget how you could wring a chicen’s neck…better than any of the men. ha ha…I love you with all my heart and will never forget you or the memories you heolped make. Rest in Peace Auntie. Love, Peggy