Beverly J. Stickrath

Beverly J. Stickrath obituary, Portland, IN

Beverly J. Stickrath

Beverly Stickrath Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Baird-Freeman Funeral Home on Mar. 9, 2026.
Baird-Freeman Funeral Home

221 North Meridian

Portland, Indiana 47371

260-726-7171

[email protected]

Beverly J. Stickrath, age 70, of Portland passed away Friday March 6, 2026 at her residence. She was born in Evansville, Indiana on January 6, 1956 the daughter of Jack and Dorothy (Moore) Smith. Beverly was a 1975 Portland High School graduate and retired from MSSL in Portland. She was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church and enjoyed camping and working on puzzles.

Surviving are two sons Kyle Stickrath and Travis Stickrath, two sisters Jan Lehman and Barbara Smith, one grandson Kayro Ivan Stickrath. She was preceded in death by her parents Jack and Dorothy Smith and a brother Ron Smith.

There will be private funeral services. Burial will be in Green Park Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Jay County Humane Society. Baird-Freeman Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements. Online condolences at www.bairdfreeman.com

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