Kathryn Wold Bean Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Kathryn Wold Bean (Alexandria, Virginia), who passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kathryn Wold Bean to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid adieu to Kathryn's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Kathryn has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Lester Thompson Wold and Kathryn McAlister Wold. She is survived by: her husband Harold; her children, Krista Bean Dorrian (Michael) and Michael Bean (Lynn); her grandchildren, Ashlee Bean Hass, Victoria Dorrian and Peter Dorrian; and her great grandchild Donovan Hass. She is also survived by her cousin, her sisterin- law and several nephews.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name to the Environmental Defense Fund or the Goodwin Living Foundation.