Ballou Bernice ``Beebe'' (nee Briggs), age 81, died February 8, 2002 of diabetes complications. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Bill; children, Dianne (Brent), Cynthia and Ben (Emily); grandchildren, Molly (Zak), Elizabeth (Chuck), Stacey, Frederick and Bebe; great-grandchildren, Alex, Cody, Samantha and Ryan. Her love, strength and wisdom will be with us, and everyone who knew her, forever. Our thanks to Dr. Opsahl & Dr. Markon for respecting her love of life. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, Feb. 12, in LeSueur, MN at 11 AM at the United Methodist Church, 730 S 6th St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association.