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Rebecca Van Meter Obituary

VAN METER, REBECCA "BECKY" (MACDONALD), of Savage, MN, was born September 2, 1949 in Louisville, KY, and was welcomed by her Lord and Savior on October 21, 2013.

She is survived by her husband, Craig; brother-in-law, Richard Gowin; nephews, Bryan, Chris, Scott and Robin Gowin; and cousins and her "Bonus Family", Marrianna and Mark Glish and son, Troy.

She was a member of Presbyterian Church of the Apostles in Burnsville, the Burnsville Belles Red Hats, Dan Patch American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and a supporter of Zuhrah Shrine and Minnesota Valley Shrine Club.

She will be deeply missed by dear friends, family and by her pets.

Funeral service: 11 a.m. Monday, October 28, 2013 at Presbyterian Church of the Apostles 701 E. 130th St., Burnsville, MN. A gathering of family and friends will be held Sunday, from 4-7 p.m. at White Funeral Home, 12804 Nicollet Ave. S. Burnsville, MN, (952-894-5080), and also one hour prior to service at church. Interment: Ft. Snelling National Cemetery, MN. Condolences at: www.whitefuneralhomes.com.

Published by Courier-Journal on Oct. 25, 2013.
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Thank you for everything, Becky! You were an awesome Mary Kay rep and a wonderful, happy and upbeat lady. You will be missed! God bless you. Libby

Libby Monahan

October 25, 2013

Becky, l have been praying for you. You were a remarkable lady with more talent than anyone l have ever known. I look forward to a long heartfelt talk when l get to Heaven.
Kay Tennison

kay tennison

October 25, 2013

So sorry to hear of Becky's passing. She & Craig were good friends while in Louisville. Becky was great fun and very creative.

Jim & Jo Ann Pierce, Louisville, KY

October 25, 2013

God Bless you Becky. You were and always will be a tremendous inspiration with you benevolence. Each holiday season we hoist one of your banners you made for our house we will salute you for all you have done. You will be mised by all. Love Les & Linda

Les & Linda Hanson

October 24, 2013

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