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Billie Jean Coleman Forbes

Nov. 12, 1942 – May 17, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of Billie Jean Coleman Forbes of Lind, Wash.

Billie was born Nov. 12, 1942 in Yakima and died in the early morning of May 17, 2023 at East Adams Rural Healthcare in Ritzville, Wash. after a long illness. She is survived by her three brothers: Patrick Coleman of Vancouver, Wash., Daniel Coleman and Clayton Coleman, both of Yakima, Wash. The family wishes to thank the caring hospital staff for their support of Billie and the Coleman family in her final hours.

The funeral will be held on Thurs., M...