Beatrice J Mattson, known to many as “Grandma Bea”, age 93, of Keene, TX, formerly of Duluth, MN, died at 12:45 a.m. Sunday, Sep 20, 2026, at Town Hall Estates Nursing and Rehab in Keene, TX. She was born Jul 19, 1933, in Milton, ND, the daughter of the late Louis and Ida, nee Beliveau, Gvesrude. She is survived by four children: Gregory Scott (Linda) Mattson of Duluth, Brian Keith Mattson of Alvarado, TX, Tammy Rae Nelson of Cottage Grove, MN and Stephanie Ann (Jerry) Bailey of Weatherford, TX; Four grandchildren: Tara (Jose) Cabrera of Duluth, Eric Mattson of Duluth, Ashley (Jeremy) Logelin of Farmington, MN, and Sophie Bailey of Weatherford, TX; Three great grandchildren: Desney (Cole) Rolfe of Lonsdale, MN, Haley (Lucas) Krejce of Lonsdale, MN and Lucy Logelin of Farmington, MN along with three great, great grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John A Mattson, and three sisters: Ilene L Jorgenson of Portland, OR, LaRae Palmer of Houston, TX and Ann Carter of West St Paul, MN.

Ms. Mattson cleaned houses for many families in Duluth, and over the years, she came to think of them as her own family. She cared for each home and the people in it with genuine kindness, dedication, and love. She also worked as a receptionist at the Betty Fuller School of Dance, where her love of dance, children, and her remarkable sewing talents became a special part of her life. A beautiful seamstress, she lovingly sewed countless costumes for the dancers and took great pride in her work.

Above all, she loved her family deeply and cherished the time they shared together.

Her wonderful sense of humor, contagious laughter, generosity, and kindness will be forever cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her. She was a strong, independent woman throughout her life, living with grace, determination, and a spirit that inspired everyone around her. Her strength and example will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved her.

Her family extends a special Thank You to the exceptional staff at Town Hall Estates for making her stay so comfortable.

At her request, there will be no visitation or funeral service. According to her wishes, her remains will be cremated. Memorial contributions in her memory may be given to the Alzheimer's Association .