Obituary

Jeanne Ferrell, 85, of Corvallis died peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family and caregivers, at Lydia’s House in Albany, after a long journey with Alzheimer’s disease.

Jeanne was a force of nature. If you were lucky enough to know her, you know what that means. You can read more about her life, see pictures and share stories at www.jeanneferrell.com.

She is survived by her husband, Bill Ferrell; her children Paul Rieck (Julie), Ellen Tappon (John, Ted Wilson) and John Rieck (Vicki); stepchildren Kathy Bubb (Val), Tom Ferrell (Suzanne) and Steve Ferrell; grandchildren Jeremy, Alison and Jessica Rieck, Sarah and Paul Tappon, and Carter and Warren Ferrell; and a large extended family.

She was preceded in death by Fred Rieck, Allana Hulshof (sister), and her parents and grandparents.

A celebration of life will take place at 2 p.m. Jan. 17 at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Corvallis.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Mennonite Village Foundation for the Jean Ferrell Lydia’s House Residents Fund.

Originally published in the Corvallis Gazette-Times on Dec 18, 2014.