Katsue Marico Jeffrey, 84, Minot died on Thursday, February 14, 2013 in a Minot adult foster care home.

Katsue was born on April 24, 1928 in Japan to Kaname Hara. She was reared and educated in Japan and resided there until 1958. Katsue was once married to Gary Jeffrey and they made their home in Minot where she was employed at Minot Laundry and Cleaners as a seamstress for more than 30 years. She retired in 1993, but had continued to reside in Minot.

Katsue especially enjoyed oil painting and was an avid reader of the Bible.

Katsue has no known survivors but several very good friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and twin brothers.

Booksigning: Tuesday from noon until 5:00 p.m. in Thomas Family Funeral Home - Minot.