Beatrice “Bea” Caroline (Schwan) Plott passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Her life was filled with family, friendship, laughter and creativity, and a generous heart that found many ways to make a difference in the lives of others.

Bea was born on May 19, 1936, in North Dakota to John and Theresa Schwann. She grew up on the family farm milking cows and driving tractors. She later met the love of her life Lyle Plott, and the two were married in 1961. Together they built a beautiful life and welcomed three sons. In 1966, Bea and Lyle moved their family to Salina, Kansas where they made their home and became part of the community they loved.

In her younger years, Bea was a talented hairdresser. She was a woman of many talents many passions. She loved to travel all over the world and spend time in the oceans, looking for seashells. She was a fierce bridge player and anyone who sat across the table from her knew she came to play! She loved to dance and enjoyed the simple joy of being with people. She had a green thumb and found happiness in her garden, nurturing flowers and plants with the same patience and care she gave to the people she loved. Another of her many talents was painting, through which she expressed her creativity and her appreciation for beauty.

Bea also believed in giving her time to others. She spent countless hours delivering Meals on Wheels, bringing not only meals but also kindness and companionship to those she served. She also volunteered as an usher at the Community Theater, happily being part of the arts and her community.

Bea was preceded in death by her parents, and sister Delores, her beloved husband, Lyle Plott, and her sons, Kevin and Jeff Plott.

She is survived by her son, Gregory Plott (Mary); grandchildren Jeremy Plott (Destinee), Steven Plott, and Brooklyn Bradley (Noah); great-grandchildren Forest Plott, Paislee and Paityn Bradley; brother Archie Schwann (Lorraine); sister Linda Hannaman (Larry) all of North Dakota; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, October 15, 2026, at St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, with rosary being said at 9:30 a.m. The family would like to invite everyone to a luncheon after the service.

Memorials can be sent in honor of Beatrice Plott to Gentiva Hospice of Salina, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th. St., Salina, KS, 67401.

Rest Peacefully Bea.

May your next dance be a beautiful one.