Mom will be staying at the Hospice facility... bittersweet news as she is declining more rapidly. She won't eat or drink, her feet are cold, hands swollen, and she seems unresponsive. The nurse did say she was still a little responsive but not opening her eyes... Just know it looks like she will be staying here for her remaining days and not moving to a nursing home. I will update more later.
Mom did drink some water late afternoon and early evening but that is all.
I wish I could give her a little joy in her life but all I can do is to let her know that I love her.
Ethel Mary Beun
ETHEL MARY BEUN (Age 72) On Monday, December 1, 2008, Ethel M. Beun of Alexandria VA, passed away after a courageous two-year struggle with pancreatic cancer. She was the eldest child of Stefan and Mary Dancho. Born in Singac, NJ, Ethel earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Arizona in 1959. In the early 1960s, Ethel married Brian Beun, a foreign service officer, and moved to Lima, Peru. While in Peru, Ethel founded a nursery and day school that provided services for 50 children in the barriadas of Nana. Upon returning to the states four years later, Ethel taught elementary education for several years. In 1969, she founded Unique, a gift shop in Old Town Alexandria. Ethel founded King Street Cats, an animal rescue for homeless cats, was an active member in the Arlington Metaphysical Chapel, and was active in walking, yoga and other forms of exercise. Survivors include her beloved family including her husband of 27 years, Jim Logan; daughter Jennifer (Brison); granddaughter Eden; son Brian (Melissa); grandchildren Hannah, Jake, and Luke; stepsons Jim (Angela) and David Logan; sister Sonya (Fred) Hauser; nephew Robin Hempel (Robyn); and grandniece Randi and grandnephew Travis. She also leaves behind her four beloved cats. A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, December 13, 1 p.m., Arlington Metaphysical Chapel, 5618 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22205. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to King Street Cats, www.kingstreetcats.org . This obituary was printed in the Washington Post. To print a PDF version click on Ethel's photo above.
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- Jennifer
- Mother...Daughter...Wife... Friend. I hope to provide updates to all the people that love Mom (Ethel) as much as I do. I cannot imagine my life without her.
Hope
A photo I took in St Bernard Parish in the New Orleans area following hurricane Katrina. Someone had roped a 25 ft cross to a huge dumpster. Going through a military checkpoint, I snapped this photo as I slowed down and was allowed in to help with animal rescue. Hope springs eternal.
Home at Last
Mom (Ethel) in bed recuperating with her welcome party. Note there are 4 cats in this photo (Belle, LS, Luke, Dickens). Photo from January 2007.
Mom recuperating
With the company of her 3 feline friends (Belle, LS, Dickens) Mom takes a nap. (January 2007)
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Jennifer, we've only met a couple of times, but I just wanted to let you know how much your mom means to me and how deeply I'm praying for you all during this time. Please know there are so many people keeping you and your family in our thoughts ... and don't hesitate to let us know what you need during this tough time.
Sincerely,
Hope Nelson (King Street Cats)
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