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Carl Beecroft Obituary
AZ. He was born Oct. 5, 1911 in Colonia Garcia, Mexico to Robert Chestnut Beecroft and Nancy Edna Buchanan. He married the love of his life, Helen May Taylor on Dec. 26, 1933. He and Helen May had 3 children, Carl Jr. (deceased), Mona and Katie. They also had a foster son, Patrick. Carl lived a full and rich life with many adventures and service to others. He spent most of his youth in Mexico teaching school, working for various mining companies and raising his family. He had a special love for the Hispanic culture. He was a member of the LDS church which was a very important part of his life. He was called to many positions in the church, including president of the South East Mexican Mission from 1963-1964 and of the Chilean mission from 1965-1966. His heart was filled with love for the missionaries that served under him. He is survived by his two daughters, Marilyn (Roger), Katie (Dennis) and their foster son Patrick; his brother Douglas Beecroft (Pat). Also surviving are 14 grandchildren, 51 great grandchildren, 16 great-great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife Helen May, his son Carl Jr., daughter in-law Rita, grand children Carla and Scottie Beecroft, parents and 9 siblings. Many thanks to those who took special care of Carl over the past year. Traci and Jamie Willis who took "Beeky" into their home' Mona and Roger who were always on standby, Lisa Jackson and Rita Beecroft that visited him regularly and the great support from Odyssey Health Care (Hospice). Funeral services will be held Sat. Dec. 22, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chandler Heights Ward house in Queen Creek, AZ, 18550 E. Riggs Rd. Family visitation will be at the Ward House an hour prior to the service. Interment: Mountain View Memorial Gardens.
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Memories and Condolences
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Stuart Candland
March 13, 2008
It was with much sorrow that I read today in the Church News about the passing of President Beecroft. My thoughts go back 44 years when I first met him in Chile. He was a bear of a man with twinkling eyes and wide smile who would wrap his arms around you in a big "abrazo" every time we met. He loved the missionaries and the Chilean people. I worked with him as a counselor in the mission presidency for 8 months and traveled with him all over the country. It was a delight to hear him speak to the members in his rather ungrammatical Spanish. His love and enthusiasm for the Church was conveyed by both word and the Spirit. How the members loved him. I cherished the car rides in the mission station wagon and moments that we spent together in the mission home talking about the missionaries and the challenges facing the Church at that time. As I bore my testimony just prior to leaving the mission field, I remember expressing my love for him and stating that he was like a father that I never had. He was a great man, and has now gone to a just reward. Hasta la vista, Stuart Candland
Lisa Jackson
January 12, 2008
Dear Aunt Mona & Aunt Kate, Traci, Jamie, and family-
Thank you for all you've done for Beeky, and for making his last months and days on this earth so warm and positive. He was so blessed to live in your home, Traci, where I know he was loved. I'm so happy he's with Nana again, and can finally run again. I will never forget the words you spoke, Jamie, at dedication of his grave, and the emotion you had as you spoke of this great man. I sure did love him. Love you all- Lisa
Daliah Flake
January 6, 2008
Dear Mona, Katie, and Patrick,
I just want you to know that I am still thinking about you. I hope you know that I love you.
Love,
Daliah Flake
Pam Flake
January 6, 2008
Dear Mona, Katie, and Patrick,
We hope you know how much we love you, and that our thoughts are with you at this time. Beeky was such a good man, and I feel a thrill to realize he is back with Nana again.
Pam Flake
January 6, 2008
Dear Mona, Katie, and Patrick,
We hope you know how much we love you, and that our thoughts are with you at this time. Beeky was such a good man, and I feel a thrill to realize he is back with Nana again.
James Willis
January 3, 2008
Beeky,
It was an honor to have you in our home this past year. Thanks for a sweet spirit that you brought. I know my children will someday appreciate the gift you gave us, and the honor we felt with you in our home. Your were a great man and I really will miss the talks we use to have. Thanks for the oppertunity to serve you in your last months.
Love Jamie
James Willis
January 3, 2008
Beeky,
It was an honor to have you in our home for the last few months of you life. What a wonderful experience. Thanks for your example and your strength. I will always remember the talks we had.
Love,
jamie
Kirsten (Lassen) Kent
December 29, 2007
Beeky,
The word "legacy" keeps coming to my mind as I am grateful for you and the life you have lived. I love you! I also have fond memories of your home in Salt Lake City, ceramics, smiles, stories, camping trips, and just holding your hand. I feel so blessed to have personally known and been related to such a great man.
Else Endecott
December 29, 2007
I am so happy for the wonderful family I am from and for the family roots that are grounded in good gospel soil. May I always live righteously that I may follow after my loved ones who have lived a wonderful life, like my Beeky!!
Erik Lassen
December 28, 2007
Dear Beeky!
I love you and Nana so much, I'm so proud to be your great grand son. You leave a legacy of faithful living, dedicated to the gospel. I also know that it is my turn to pick up the family history books and start doing my part picking up where you left off. With Grandma Rita, and you leaving us with in a few days of each other, I hope I can make you proud by continuing your effrots. I will miss the times we spent together camping, visiting your home and painting ceramics with Nana and hearing the stories at family reunions.
Love you Lots,
Debi (Beecroft) Lassen
December 28, 2007
Dear Aunt Katie and Aunt Mona,Traci and all the famiy,
I was so thankful we could be together for Beeky's funeral. It was such a lovely tribute to such a great man. And thank you for being there for my mom's the day before. Through all the tears of letting go of our loved ones, I also have great joy in knowing where they are and that we can be with them again someday. I love you all and am so thankful you are my aunts. And Traci, thank you for being such a wonderful cousin and taking such good care of our grandfather in his last months. It was so good to hug you all and be with you for even those couple of days. Stay in touch. Love always,your niece and cousin, Debi
Nancy Smith
December 23, 2007
Dear Mona, Katy, and Patrick,
We so loved your mom and dad, and as sad as losing a loved one is, we just think it is wonderful that your mother and father are together again for Christmas. They blessed my life so much when I was living across the street from them on Dallas St. before I got married in 4/06. I will always remember them with so much love. They were like parents to me, and I always looked forward to running across the street to visit and have "story time." We fondly remember your dad taking my granddaughter Brooklyn for a ride down the street on his "cool" wheelchair. May the Lord bless each one of you this Christmas and always. Thank you for sharing your parents with me.
Much love, Glenn and Nancy Schern Smith 480-844-9388
Phyllis Bergren (Mullins)
December 22, 2007
I was so sorry to hear about your
loss. May you find comfort in
knowing that others care.
May God give you peace that only
He can give.
Betty Pederson-Windsor
December 22, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Junie Schaub
December 20, 2007
Dear Mona,
Our condolances to you re: the loss of your father and your sister in law. We are sure they were as wonderful as you are.
You give us all strengh as you move forward facing these added challenges. Take care of Roger and yourself. With Sympathy,
Junie and John Schaub
Laura Hastings
December 20, 2007
Dear Dad,
How I always loved and respected you with all my heart. So often I am reminded of the good advice and love that you shared with me in difficult times. You were and will continue to be an everlasting good and excellent example to me. You endured to the end and the Lord must have been overjoyed to see you again, as Helen Mae and Carl. I am comforted in that I know you are happy and at peace.
Love from your daughter-in-law,
Laura Hastings (Beecroft)
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