Jean Beckmann Obituary
Jean E. Beckmann, nee Hoffman, age 89, of Elgin, passed away June 4, 2009, in Elgin. Wife of the late William R. Beckmann; mother of William E. (Mary Ellen Kanies) and Betty (Bob) Kelly of Elgin; grandmother of Jennifer Beckmann and Katie and Tom
Kelly. A Celebration of Life Service and interment will be held Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 12:30 p.m. in St. James Episcopal Church, 516 Washington St., West Dundee, IL 60618. Visitation at time of service only. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the American Diabetes Association or to St. James Episcopal Church. Laird Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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J/B Helsdon
June 12, 2009
Bill, Mary Ellen & Jennifer:
We want you to know that we are thinking and praying for you in this difficult time.
God's Blessings:
Jack & Bev Helsdon
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W/B Wascher
June 11, 2009
Bill and Family: We were saddened to learn of your mother's death, and we hope you are comforted by the many memories you have with her.
Fondly, Wayne and Barb Wascher
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