WA - Jean Kay was born April 9, 1938 in Chanute, KS as the only child of Eugene and Marie McFarland.

After brief residences in Wichita & Kansas City, the family move to Lake Lotawana and Lee's Summit, MO. She often spoke with great fondness about her roots and memories growing up in these small towns.

Graduate of Lee's Summit High School and attending college at CMSC, her education paused with her marriage to Earl Max Vansandt and three children Linda, Greg and Lori. The young family resided in Medina, WA where she served as chairman of the Park Board, Girl Scout and Brownies and was instrumental with the formation of The Bellevue Boys & Girls Club.

Following her divorce, she resumed her education in Interior Design and entrepreneurial achievements at The Insiders, Vacation Intl and Senior Designer for Trendwest Resorts until her retirement.

Active in tennis and member at the Bellevue Club she met and married Charles Crickmore in 1990 and retired to Redmond, Oregon where they enjoyed golf & traveled to many countries and destinations. Her unique personality and passion for life was infectious and was the spark of every gathering. She was often surrounded by dear friends that shared her love of music and dancing.

Jean is preceded in death by her daughter Linda and survived by her husband Chuck; children Greg Vansandt and Lori White (Nate); son-in-law Mike Henning; two grandchildren Devon and Remy; and great grandson Christopher.

Jean's fun and outgoing personality and distinctive red hair set her apart. Her vibrant spirit and energy left a memorable impression that will truly be missed by all her friends and family.