Buckingham, Iowa
1930 - 2025
Jean Audrey Beenken (Koestler), 95, of Buckingham, IA finished her earthly work and went home to be with God on September 23, 2025. Born on August 27, 1930, in Ledyard, IA, Jean grew up on a farm with her parents Everyl and Bernice Koestler and nine brothers and sisters. Jean graduated from...
Read MoreMy mom & dad were friends of Jean & Orville. Mom & Jean were teachers. I have memories of time spent in Buckingham. One year I sold the most G.S. cookies because of sales in Buckingham. She was the last of the 4 friends to pass away. Heartfelt Sympathy to Galen and family.
Kathy Landau Ormord
October 05, 2025 | Friend
Mrs Beenken was a force in my life. I remember her example of caring for all so many times. What a blessing she was for my family and I. May she rest in peace.
Barbara Button Jibdon
October 04, 2025 | School
Mrs. Beenken was my first grade teacher in Traer and a wonderful teacher that I remember fondly. She may have been small in stature, but was a mighty force in the classroom. My sincere condolences to Galen and family.
Nancy Currens Pinkston
October 04, 2025
Jean was such a devoted and enthusiastic teacher. She gave my educational journey an excellent start. I have many warm memories of those Buckingham school days. My sympathy to her family.
Dotta Hassman
October 04, 2025 | Friend
