Clotilda LaRee Bishop February 28, 1951 - July 1, 2021

Clotilda LaRee Bishop passed away after courageously battling cancer on July 1, 2021, at 2:58 in the morning.
LaRee was born in Pasco, Washington on February 28, 1951, to John T. Bishop and Juanita Bishop.
She graduated this life honorably! A protective, loving, honest: wife, mother, stepmother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, niece, animal companion and friend.

She had a strong work ethic and enjoyed and as well as knew the value of hard work. She worked alongside her colleagues, from dusk to dawn, asking them to complete only the things she would do herself. She excelled in customer service, architecture, creative design, sales and management. A forewoman and team leader, as well as a team player.

She loved family, friends, and new friends. She walked kindly amongst all! There were few she would not befriend, help, and share her warmth with. Our family traditions always incorporated inviting family and many friends to share quality time; delicious family recipes, tender hospitality, unsurpassed by few. She was born with a natural gift of making other people smile and laugh. Her messages imparted wise wisdom; applicable to everyday life. Her ARSENAL of jokes; presented with humor; shared knowledge and important pearls of wisdom.

LaRee was a proud supporter, member, and volunteer in many charitable organizations, unions and associations.

She accomplished many beautiful, noteworthy things. To mention a few: raised, nurtured, loved two children, three grand daughters, and one beautiful granddaughter and has now left her beautiful legacy to thrive! Completing her life’s journey honestly, lovingly, selflessly, and honorably!

She is greatly missed and will continue to be missed by all who loved and knew her!

C. LaRee is survived by her daughter, Natalie  Taylor-Santos, and three grandchildren & spouse: Ashley Santos, Savannah Santos, MaLaRee and Chase Crandall. Many more Special Family and Friends.
She is preceded in death by her son, Anthony T. Santos. Her one beautiful, great-granddaughter, Kayzlee J. Crandall. Her siblings included 3 older brothers and 1 older sister and her loving parents, John T. and Juanita Bishop.

A viewing will be held Thursday, July 22, 2021, from 3:30 until 4 o’clock p.m. at the Walker Funeral Home at 187 South Main Street Spanish Fork. Following the open house, a funeral service will proceed at 4:15 pm at the Walker Funeral Home. Interment will take place at Salem City Cemetery.