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Rebecca Lawrence Obituary
Rebecca Jeanne Lawrence, "Becky", succumbed to Multiple System Atrophy on Sunday, July 14, 2019, at her home outside of Sanger, TX. Becky is survived by her Husband, Dean Lawrence, her Daughter Jessica Lawrence, Her younger siblings Bonnie Gray of Chicago, IL, Jerry Wagner of Rock Island, IL and Jenny Archibald of Rock Island, IL.
Becky was preceded in death by her parents Eugene and Mary Jo Wagner.
Becky was passionate about her work as an HR Generalist, and in the Community. Becky was involved with 4H, and the DCLA working to improve the lives of a great number of children in Denton County. Many of the young adults in the community fondly remember working with, and being assisted by, Becky. She worked for 20 years at Victor Equipment/Thermadyne helping employees understand and negotiate HR issues.
Due to the rarity of MSA, and how little is known about it, Becky Willed her body to the University of Texas Southwestern MSA Clinic for research to help others that are unfortunate enough to get it in the future.
A Memorial Service will be held at the DeBerry Funeral Home of Denton, Saturday 20 July 2019, at 2 PM.
Memorial contributions, in her name, may be directed to UT Southwestern Medical Center, P. O. Box 910888, Dallas, TX 75391-0888 or online at https://engage.utsouthwestern.edu/donate-ADP to support the Multiple Systems Atrophy Clinic and research program.
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Connie OHern
July 30, 2019
Becky will definitely be missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know her. She was always a fun, caring, full of life person. A certain hotel in Dallas propably wondered what happened after we all cut and dyed our hair that one night! Becky made everything fun! She was my sisters best friend for over 50 years and luckily I got in on lots of good times. What I most admired was her strength, graciousness and continued interest in everyone else even when she was struggling so much herself. Love and peace to Dean and Jessica who did everything they could to make Beckys life easier. Hugs, Connie OHern
Thomas Brick
July 23, 2019
It saddens me deeply to have learned just now of my dear cousin Becky's passing. Vivacious, outgoing, and an all around beautiful person, Becky always brought fun and laughter everywhere she went. She will be sorely missed. Deepest sympathies from Cathee and me. Our hearts and prayers go out to her family.
Bonnie, Jerry,Becky, me (Alice) and Jenny 2013
Alice (Madelung) Traylor
July 19, 2019
At first there was just Becky and Bonnie as next door neighbors then along came Jerry and Jenny. I thought it was so cool that Becky and Bonnie share the same birthday, one year apart. I remember their dog pokey, going to see The Sound of Music (my family just didn't do movies), climbing around the tree house in our back yard, and decorating bicycles for a parade around the neighborhood. Our Mom's were best friends and we were pals. Becky gave me my first Beatles album at one of many birthday celebrations. In our teens our Mom's gave us a Sweet Sixteen party with Jill and Stephanie. The Wagner family will always have a special place in my heart. My condolences and love to all.
Eva Johnson
July 18, 2019
I worked with Becky for a long time and I would always go up to the office and asked for her because she was such a sweet person who tried to help everybody.
Carol Swagerty
July 18, 2019
I feel blessed to have been a part of Beckys extended family. She was truly a force of nature, always full of energy, looking beautiful, with a talent for making everyone feel special.
Pam Walsh
July 18, 2019
So sorry to hear. Prayers are with her family. Beautiful person. Becky was bridesmaid in my wedding 50 yrs ago I remember riding in her black be with the bicycle horn on the door. Lots of great memories. Again sorry
Dale Bacon
July 18, 2019
Sending my deepest condolences to Becky's family.
Anne Stone Weaver
July 18, 2019
I met Becky on my first day as a new kid in junior high. She became a friend and I always think of her fondly for how she welcomed me to the group of friends that I still cherish from so many years ago. I will miss seeing her at the reunions and can only imagine the hole shes left in so many lives in her lifetime. Im so sorry for your loss.
Jill Whitebook
July 18, 2019
I have so many fond memories of Becky from grade school through high school - always a shining light. My condolences to the family.
Shawn Marie Swagerty
July 17, 2019
Your bold, bright, fighting spirit full of love, grace and poise are permanently ingrained on our hearts.
Jill Gray
July 17, 2019
Aunt Becky was a force. She rocked leopard print like no other, built a shoe collection for the record books, and had the exact right jewelry for every outfit. Aunt Becky was the rebel counterpart to our Mom, and Jennifer Gray Ulrich and I would clamour for her childhood stories every time we saw her. She took me to see horses breed at a precarious age and I was never quite the same again. Like the line of women in her family before her, she was incredibly strong and competent, yet also beyond selfless with a fitting career in HR. She was the mayor of north Texas - she seemed to know everyone and whatever they were struggling with and was there with that Aunt Becky smile and a helping hand even when she herself was struggling with her own health. Multiple Systems Atrophy is an unimaginably cruel disease, and few could manage it with the grace, strength and humor that she did. While Im grateful for the end of her suffering, the world lost a vibrant soul on Sunday.
Please consider supporting the MSA Clinic at UT Southwestern - Becky would want nothing more than for her death to benefit others in whatever way possible.
https://engage.utsouthwestern.edu/donate-ADP
Kelly Jakel
July 17, 2019
Such fun memories with Becky- (and the best sangria Ive ever had.) She is remembered with love and made all of our lives a little brighter with her happy spirit and fun parties. Love to you Dean and Jessica.
David Flesher
July 17, 2019
Our thoughts are with you.
Nathan Horner
July 16, 2019
I loved Becky. She helped me do much getting my disability when I left Thermadyne. She was a giver and always had a smile in her face. She will be greatly missed.
Bill DeBerry, Jr. & Andrew DeBerry
July 17, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Barbara Maxwell
July 16, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Elaine & Al McKenzie
July 15, 2019
Dean & Jessica, A big hug to you both. Becky was so full of life and so enjoyable to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Sending love to both of you.
Mike and Martha Allen
July 15, 2019
What a joy Becky was, every time I had the pleasure of being around her. God Bless the valuable contributions that Becky provided in life and her selflessness contributions to others in the future. Prayers to Dean and Jessica, stay strong, Love You both.
Roger and Phyllis Allen
July 15, 2019
Prayers and hugs for Dean and Jessica, Love you both.
Cheryl Seyb
July 15, 2019
You all have my deepest sympathy. Becky had such a vibrant personality, I thoroughly enjoyed spending time with her. She always had everyone around her smiling.
Cindy White O"Hara
July 15, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked many years with Becky supporting her in their recognition program with Victor/Thermadyne...she loved rhe people she worked with but, more than that was her love of her family...we spent many hours talking and sharing life stories....god bless your family as she will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy for all those who will miss her. Sincerely, Cindy White O'Hara
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