Marie Bear, 72

Marie "Rodge" Bear, 72, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Schneidmiller House after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Marie always asked people how they were before they could greet her, all the way through the end of her cancer treatments. You could always find Marie in a room by hearing her laugh which was recognizable above all others. Marie's kindness, inner strength and beaming smile were always present along with her readiness to listen.

Marie is survived by her beloved soulmate and husband of 54 years, Fred, her daughter, Michele (Corey), granddaughter Icesis, grandson Brandon, Marie's two beloved Himalayan cats, sister Marcie (Bobby), sister-in-law Tekla, niece Ashley (Kris), brother-in-law John (Betty), nephew Phillip, nephew Jason, nephew Peter (Matty), four great-nieces, one great-granddaughter and her beloved best friend, Sandy. She leaves behind countless friends and neighbors, who have been so prevalent in her life before and during her battle with cancer. Her passing has truly been a shared experience with everyone who has known and loved her.

A special thank you to the staff at North Idaho Hospice Schneidmiller House for their loving, gracious and incredible care of Marie during her final days. The Hospice staff was an incredible comfort and support to both Marie and her family.

A celebration of Marie's blessed and positive life will be held mid-summer 2023.