Rebecca A. "Becky" Cliburn

Rebecca A. "Becky" Cliburn obituary

Rebecca A. "Becky" Cliburn

Rebecca Cliburn Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bowlin Cantriel Funeral Services - California on Jul. 30, 2025.

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Rebecca "Becky" A. Cliburn, 73, of St. Martin's, MO passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025. She was born on March 14, 1952 in Chicago, IL the daughter of Robert Vantilburg and Sue (Bradford) Vantilburg both of whom preceded her in death. She was later united in marriage on July 21, 1974 at the First Baptist Church of Eldon to Cecil Cliburn who survives. Becky was a floral designer for many years with HyVee food stores. She enjoyed sewing, arts and craft shows, she was an amazing cook, enjoyed watching movies, taking her children to the swimming pool and had a very giving heart. She is survived by her husband Cecil Cliburn of the home; son, Preston Cliburn of Plummer, ID; 4 sisters, Melanie Vantilburg of Hesperia, CA, Teena Carson of Fontana, CA, Debbie Vantilburg of Hesperia, CA and Jackie Vantilburg of Fulton, MO and 3 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Jessica Denich and brother, Robert Vantilburg Jr. A memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at the Centertown Baptist Church. Inurnment will be at the Centertown Cemetery. Officiating will be Rev. Jeremy Anderson. Memorials are suggested to Cecil Cliburn to help with the loss of his home or the Centertown Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services of California, MO.

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