Charmie Fern Hewett
October 06, 1927 - January 09, 2013
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Charmie Fern Hewett
October 06, 1927 - January 09, 2013
Obituary
Charmie Fern Hewett passed away on January 9, 2013. Born in Bellingham, WA on October 6th, 1927 to John and Rachel Grinstead, her life was filled with adventure as wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, business woman, and traveler.
Charmie was the oldest of eight children with six brothers and one sister. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Jim and Bob Grinstead. She is survived by her husband William “Bud” Hewett, siblings Dave Grinstead (Nita) of Bellingham, Ray Grinstead (Shirley) of Bellingham, Bill Grinstead (Jenny) of Carlsbad, New Mexico, Ginny Armstrong (Rolly) of Cathlamet, Washington, Ed Grinstead of Florida and children Pat Higman (Ernie) of Lynden, Mel Hewett (Jamie) of Bellingham, Bill Hewett (Teri) of Bellingham and Greg Hewett ( Neil) of Bellevue. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great- great grandchildren; sisters-in-law June Grinstead of Bellingham and Barbara Grinstead of Atlanta, GA; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Charmie and Bud were married in 1948 and opened the Color Pot decorating store in Bellingham in 1953 and operated it for almost 40 years. (Their son Bill continues the family tradition to this day.) During that time, Charmie handled the financial management of the operation. Her greatest love was family gatherings (she was an exceptional cook and hostess) and traveling around the world. While there wasn’t a state she hadn’t visited, she also went overseas numerous times visiting both the eastern and western parts of the world.
Charmie touched the lives of many with her caring, generosity, and insightfulness. She will be dearly missed by many and remembered fondly by her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent in her name to the Mount Baker Kidney Center in Bellingham, Washington.
Memorial Services for Charmie Fern Hewett are scheduled for Friday January 18th, 2013 at 2:00pm at Moles Greenacres Funeral Home at 5700 Northwest Dr in Ferndale, WA.
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Memorial Services for Charmie Fern Hewett are scheduled for Friday January 18th, 2013 at 2:00pm at Moles Greenacres Funeral Home at 5700 Northwest Dr in Ferndale, WA. Donations Information
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent in her name to the Mount Baker Kidney Center in Bellingham, Washington
13 responses to Charmie Fern Hewett
Lewis (Butch) Foster says:
January 9, 2013
It has been so many years that have passed since leaving Bellingham but I do remember this lady that was truly a great memory in my life. Some of the best family picnics at Birch Bay and other family get together events. I am so glad to have this time to pin the roses. I know that I am late with this note but I feel some sense of loss today. Blessings from a distant friend and relative. Butch Foster
Bill & Teri Hewett says:
January 9, 2013
Mom you will be missed very much. Death leaves us with a heartache that no one can heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal. Love you forever and always ……
Jerry Dodd says:
January 9, 2013
I am at loss for words. I’m deeply sadden to hear about the death of Charmie. I have been blessed to have known and worked with her. I have so many wonderful memories of working with Bud, Charmie, Greg, Barb and Mary at the Color Pot Paint Store. I am sorry for the families’ loss and all are in my thoughts. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Randy and Jackie Burfeind says:
January 9, 2013
Hewett Family, So sad to hear of Charmiies passing, I have fond memories of charmie and I beleive many will share in your loss.
Babe says:
January 9, 2013
My deepest sympathy’s to Charmie’s family and friends. The death of someone you love is one of the most difficult things we will ever have to go through. I hope you can draw comfort from the promise recorded at Revelation 21:4 where it says “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning , nor outcry, nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” I am truly sorry for your loss.