Rebecca Vifquain Obituary

VIFQUAIN, Rebecca "Becky," 51 of Tampa, went to be with our Lord Sunday, May14, 2006, after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She graduated from the University of West Florida, earning a degree in health, leisure and sports. Becky was a longtime advocate for children and served as a youth director most of her working career. When she was unable to continue in youth services, she began working for the Social Security Administration as a service representative serving the elderly and disabled. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Bruce Vifquain; sons, Steven and daughter-in-law, AnaMaria, and Michael and daughter-in-law, Crystal; mother, Faye Pearson; sister, Wanda Cresswell, and brother-in-law, Dave; brothers, Bill and sister-in-law, Carolyn, and Ted Pearson; her precious grandchildren, Russell, Hailey, and Harrison mother and father-in-law, Dee and Bill Vifquain; and sister-in-law, Cheryl Vifquain. Family members and friends will gather 4-8 p.m. Friday at her home in Tampa for a celebration of Becky's life. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to LifePath Hospice, 3010 W. Azeele St., Tampa, FL 33609. Suncoast Cremation Society

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Published by TBO.com on May 17, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Rebecca Vifquain

13 Entries

BARBARA NOSKE

June 12, 2006

My dear friend Becky was the best friend that anyone could have. I love her like a sister and it breaks my heart that she is gone. But I am happy that she is now in a better place and shining on us all.

Suzie Carlson

June 2, 2006

Becky put up a good fight, I'm sorry I couldn't be there for you at the end. You are in my heart,but a part of me had to beleive there would be more time. I hope I will have your grace and spirit . Suzie

Cheryl Vifquain

May 20, 2006

Becky:

To the best sister-in-law a girl could ask for, you were more like a sister to me. You would cheer a room full of unhappiness and always ready to help know matter what, even when you wasn't feeling well.

I could always depend on you to be there. I will miss you and your smile. God Bless you. I love you.

Pat (Kelly) Arizmendi

May 19, 2006

I knew Becky back in the 1970's at Robinson High School and we lived by each other at MacDill AFB. It was a pleasure to know part of her family to include her Mother Faye, her sister Wanda and her brother Ted. It has many years since I have seen Becky but I have never forgotten her huge smile and big heart. We always had a great time together and I am sure that she will be missed by many people. My heart goes out to her family. May Becky finally rest in peace.

suzanne Metoff

May 18, 2006

To all the family, including our very good friend, Joyce Cantrell. Our sympathy to all. God Bless.

Carl and Suzanne Metoff (SCC)

Jeannine Fruchterman

May 18, 2006

Dear Bruce,

I was very sorry to hear of Becky's passing. I really enjoyed the time I spent with her when you all visted my Mom's house in Strasburg last fall. She was such a warm, friendly, & funny person. I'm sure her wonderful smile and positive attitude will be missed by many. Please know I will keep you, and your family, in my prayers. God bless you all.

Nancy Pope

May 18, 2006

Becky and I worked together and I was always happy to see her coming my way--she was always so full of fun and laughter. When she quit smoking she continued to take her breaks with the smokers because she said we were more fun (we were). And we had some good times on that breezeway. I know how much she loved all of you because she always told us. Bruce, Michael, and Steven, her sister, her mom--we heard stories about all of you, and they were stories she told with love.

God takes the best, doesn't he? Rest in peace, dear Becky, I'm so glad I got to know you.

Nancy

May 17, 2006

Dear Becky,

Thank you for bringing so much happiness and sunshine to my moms life.My mom never stopped talking about how wonderful you and Bruce have been to her and how much fun she had with you two. You are an inspiration to everyone who knew you or even knew about you. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

With love, Shelly, Doug and family

Pat Lawrence

May 17, 2006

I didn't have the pleasure of meeting Becky but I feel like I did. I am a good friend of her cousin Joyce Cantrell. My thoughts are with the family.

Kathy & Tom Robarts

May 17, 2006

I was Becky's instructor when she and Bruce first came to work for Social Security. She was a real bright spot in the Tampa TSC. Becky was also our travel agent for our trip of a lifetime on the Missippi Queen. She will be missed and our prayers are with Bruce and family.

JEROME DENIZ

May 17, 2006

BECKY YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.

ALWAYS SMILING, YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.

Lor Wallace

May 17, 2006

I don't need to tell you how much I care about you & "the Beckster". She was one of a kind! I'll miss her always & keep you both in my prayers. With Deepest Sympathy, Lori

Steve Vifquain

May 17, 2006

Mom,

I love you and you will be missed dearly. Russell will grow up knowing that the angel looking over him is his loving grandmother. Thank you for everything that you have done for me and my family and thank you for being the greatest mother anyone could ask for. I love you.

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