Retha Arlene Beall

Retha Beall Obituary

Retha Arlene Beall, 83, of Azusa, Calif., formerly of Midland, passed away peacefully Dec. 24, 2010.

She always enjoyed life with her positive attitude, bright smile and steadfast faith. She was born the eldest daughter of Floyd and Dorothy Badger of Gladwin. Retha married Robert S. Beall on June 6, 1947, and they celebrated their 57th anniversary prior to his passing on Dec. 24, 2004. The two were very active in the Midland Shrine Club. Retha was the 1946 MSU Dairy Queen. She was very proud of planting the seed and co-founding the Bay City School's volunteer program and was past president of the PTA. She was a member of The First Church of Christian Scientist and a Christian Science Practitioner for over 30 years.

Retha is survived by her children, Darcie (Pete) Costales of Casa Grande, Ariz., Mike (Melanie) Beall of Saginaw, Pat (Sue) Beall of Olympia, Wash., Mary (Jonathan) Adler of Bethesda, Md., Badger (Julie) Beall of Midland, and Robert Beall of St. Louis, Mo.; 20 grandchildren, Addi Kahele, Judd Levinson, Gavin Levinson, Matt Beall, Ben Beall, Molly Spitnale, Cade Beall, Dylan Beall, Brett Beall, Tyson Beall, Lucien Koefoed, Badger Koefoed, Retha Koefoed, Lauren Adler, Emily Adler, Maddie Adler, Robert Beall, Mary Beall, Quinn Beall and Sutton Beall; and 15 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Roberta Young; and brothers, William, and Gilbert Badger.

A memorial service will take place at 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011, from the Ware Smith Woolever Funeral Chapel, 1200 W. Wheeler St., Midland. Retha's family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of service.

Mom will be honored if through compassion we plant a tree, garden, or one small seed, and teach a friend how to do it. Learn about random acts of kindness and do them. Through your action, witness love and give love to the fellow next to you who needs it more than you do and consider a charity of choice.

Please share your thoughts and memories of Retha with the family at the funeral home, or through www.waresmithwoolever.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Midland Daily News on Jan. 9, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Retha Beall

12 Entries

January 30, 2011

It was a privilege to know your Mom and watch her "love" on her family and friends. We should all pray to leave such a legacy of strength. Ann and Ted Anderson

Pat Crane

January 14, 2011

Badger- We're thinking of you.
Pat and Roland Crane

January 14, 2011

Mike and the rest of the family - I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I remember her as a kind and warm person who opened her house and kitchen to the friends of her children. She always had a kind word for me. Enjoy her memories, Doug Campbell (Burlington, Vermont)

Linda Wildfong

January 13, 2011

Badger, Darcy, Mike, Pat, Mary and Bobby, I am saddended by the loss of your mother and our family will miss her, she was always a joy and had a smile and I loved her outfits, always bright and cheery. I remember all the good times we had together as kids and she will always hold a place in our hearts. Love you all, Larry, Linda and Katelin Wildfong.

Mary Beth Herek

January 13, 2011

Darcy and family, we are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Though we did not know her well, the memories we do have are of the kind and classy lady who loved her family and taught by word and example. Darcy, we send you a big warm hug and prayers that God keep you all in the palm of His hand. Joe & Mary Beth (MacKenzie) Herek

Dewey & Bonnie Scheddel

January 11, 2011

We're sorry for the loss of your mom, she was a lovely lady. We always enjoyed seeing your parents at the old Dow Physics Lab get togethers. I'm sure you all have many wonderful memories to help you through this difficult time.

January 11, 2011

Badger,We remember your Mom and family when we were all active in the Pres Church and with our families. That was a good time in our lives. May your memories of your Mom help you through this difficult time. Sincerely, pat and judy Foss

Ray and Susan Booth

January 11, 2011

Mike and Family, We are saddened by the loss of your mother and grandmother and extend our sympathy and prayers. She sounds like such a wonderful woman who has left a legacy of love. May God surround you with peace.
~Ray and Susan Booth

Retha DeShano

January 11, 2011

I didn't know Retha but my parents knew her, my father, Emil Gust grew up in Gladwin and named me after your Mom because they thought she was the nicest person. Wish I would have met her, she must have been a special lady for my parents to name their first born daughter after her, Retha Jane DeShano

January 10, 2011

Badger and family, your Mom's laugh will always be remembered with much love. Joan Lapp

Dawn Engel-Winright

January 10, 2011

Badger, Julie & family, Thinking of you in your time of loss and sorrow.

Jerry & Mary Ann Fortin

January 9, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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