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Rita Beckey Obituary
Rita Jane Beckey passed away on May 21, 2019 at the age of 97. She was born in St. Louis, MO on April 18, 1922. She grew up in Maywood, CA. She won her school letter for Girl All-Sports and was president of the Young Lady Society at the St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. In WWII she was a riveter for Douglas Aircraft in Long Beach, CA building B-17 Bombers. She married Andrew G. Beckey on January 26, 1943 at St. Helen's Catholic Church in South Gate, CA. In 1950 she moved to Minneapolis, MN. During the Korean War she worked for Honeywell making the top secret Norden Bombsight. In 1954 she moved to Deer Park, TX. In 1956 she went to work for the Deer Park School System. She retired in 1986 after working for thirty years. She attended the annual DPISD Awards Banquets, was a member of the Maxwell Center in Deer Park, TX, The Sunshine Club and the Madison Jobe in Pasadena, TX. She was a kind, thoughtful and loving mother and made friends easily. She was known for forming strong social bonds and had many "Best Friends." She was preceded in death by her Andrew G Beckey of Deer Park, Texas and her daughter Sylvia Beckey of New York City. She is survived by her son Colonel Andrew D. Beckey (USA-ret) of San Antonio, TX, her son Arthur Beckey of Navasota, TX and her daughter Rita D Cinquemani of Missouri City, TX. She is survived by five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be at 10:00am at St Hyacinth on Friday June 21, 2019 and burial at Bethany Cemetery with a reception at St Hyacinth. A visitation will be at 5:00pm and a rosary at 06:30pm on Thursday June 20, 2019 at Deer Park Funeral Directors. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in her name to St Hyacinth.
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Rita D Cinquemani
May 27, 2025
What a privilege to have such a vivacious lively mother who never meet a stranger. Her lovely smile and joy of life never ceased to amaze me. She was so funny without even trying! I don't anyone in my life has ever made the laugh more. She taught me to always look on the bright side and to be grateful for everything and everyone. I learned how to work hard, play hard, and how to love unconditionally from her. She was a true giver and loved to share her beautifully painted ceramics and other art work with her friends and family. She lived a long and eventful life and we know she loved all of us so much. She will always be missed but she will always be with us at the same time. I know she is with Jesus and awaits us in heaven some day. I love you MOM!!
Janice Hemphill
June 5, 2019
I remember seeing and visiting with Rita (Rita C's mom) at several Nursing Instructor gatherings and she fit right in. So pleasant and social and optimistic, you just wanted to be around her. That expression "not a mean bone in her body" was completely true. I will remember her cute little short figure and her infectious smile. What a legacy in humanity she left behind.
Jan Hemphill RN retired
June 4, 2019
OH JOY!!That is the lasting impression Rita Beckey has left in and upon my heart. She has been and will forevermore be remembered as the Most Optimistic and Classy women I have crossed paths and been impacted by in my lifetime. I thank you Rita (daughter) family for choosing Autumn Leaves of Riverstone as your Moms place of care.
Forever in my heart,
Kelli Kenney
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Forever Classy and Sassy Rita Beckey we love and miss you!
Kelli Kenney
June 4, 2019
Maxine Way
June 3, 2019
My deepest sympathy for your loss. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who fall asleep in death are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15
June 3, 2019
Losing a loved one is never easy, but our loving god promises to give the strength and courage you'll need to endure, and to cope with the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way. (Isaiah 40:29, 41:10, 13)
June 2, 2019
To the Beckey Family:
Losing a loved one is never easy, I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Isaiah 61:1-2 says God "binds up the brokenhearted," and "comforts all who mourn" may this sustain and encourage your family during this difficult time.
NH
Rita Cinquemani
June 2, 2019
What a privilege to have such a vivacious lively mother who never meet a stranger. Her lovely smile and joy of life never ceased to amaze me. She was so funny without even trying! I don't anyone in my life has ever made the laugh more. She taught me to always look on the bright side and to be grateful for everything and everyone. I learned how to work hard, play hard, and how to love unconditionally from her. She was a true giver and loved to share her beautifully painted ceramics and other art work with her friends and family. She lived a long and eventful life and we know she loved all of us so much. She will always be missed but she will always be with us at the same time. I know she is with Jesus and awaits us in heaven some day. I love you MOM!!
May 31, 2019
As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken hearts (Psalm 147:3), may your cherished memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.
May 31, 2019
Offering my deepest sympathy to the family. May your special memories of Joyfultimes togather will comfort you day by day and support of God's care can be your strength and to your family. (John 11:24,25)
B N.
May 30, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family of Rita",May God's promise comfort the family at this time difficult time. As we contiune to join in prayer for lasting blessing Earth wide Matthew 6: 10.
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