Beatrice Cross (Minke) was born Aug. 31, 1945 and passed away on March 27, 2020.

Beatrice died from complications of COVID-19 peacefully in her sleep at the Careage of Whidbey nursing home in Coupeville, Wash. She is survived by her son, Ken (Dawnelle) Conlisk, and daughter, Rebekah (Jeff) Shoup.

She is also survived by her older sister, Sondra; brother, Charles (Laurinda); twin sister, Barbara; grandsons, Timmy and Danny; granddaughters, Bella, MaryBeth, Gabby and Hope; great granddaughter, Scarlett; and many nieces and nephews.

She is well known among her family and friends as a very happy and personable lady. Her giggle is her most fondly remembered trait and she was a constant joy in life. She was loved very much, and she will be greatly missed.

Family and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.whidbeymemorial.com