Rebecca Lynn Pement

Rebecca Lynn Pement was born on October 22, 1939, in Healdton, Texas. She grew up in Oklahoma and graduated from Tulsa Central High School. She lived a remarkable life filled with compassion, creativity, and dedication to God, her family, and profession.

Becky devoted her career to health care as a nurse. She worked at St. Anthony's Hospital in Denver in the ER, Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka in the ER and as the Surgical Supervisor, Menorah Medical Center in Kansas City in the surgical unit, and at the Independence Sanitarium and Hospital in the ER, OP Surgery, and supervisor of the Chargemaster and Auditing Departments. She made many lifetime friends with others in her field. Her patients will remember her not only for her adeptness in nursing but also for her heartfelt kindness to those she served.

Becky achieved her Associates of Arts and Nursing degrees, but her greatest accomplishments were found in the warmth of her family. She cherished her role as a loving wife, and devoted mother. She found immeasurable joy in her grandchildren and great grandchild.

Becky had a passion for gardening and landscaping, always striving to create beauty in her yard. Her love of nature extended to her fondness for birds. Alongside her gardening talents, Becky was exceptionally gifted in various crafts and had a deep appreciation for music.

Traveling was another of Becky's pleasures; she explored the world with an adventurous spirit and a heart full of faith, which guided her throughout her life. This strong faith provided her with comfort and strength, especially during her final moments, as she left this world surrounded by love.

Becky departed from this life on April 4, 2025, in Independence, Missouri, surrounded by love. Becky is survived by her husband, Frederick Pement; daughter, Sheri (Jeff) Gregory; grandchildren, Ryan Chapman, Haylee (Jordan) Hicks, Trevor Gregory, Tanner Chapman, Noah Chapman; great grandchild, Parker Hicks. She is predeceased by her first husband, Dennis Chapman; her son, Jim Chapman; her father, Clois Stephens; and her mother, Frances Cook. While they may have welcomed her with open arms, her presence here will forever be missed.

A visitation in her memory will take place on April 10, 2025, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Speaks Suburban Chapel, located at 18020 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64055.

Becky's legacy will continue to thrive in the hearts of her family, reminding us all of the beautiful imprint she left on this world. Her loving and kind soul will always be a guiding light for those who knew her, and her memory will be cherished for years to come. 

In lieu of flowers family suggest donations to the Nurse Honor Guard of Kansas City in the name of Becky (Chapman) Pement.