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RICHARD BECKMAN Obituary

Richard Douglas Beckman 7/8/51 - 5/22/09 Rick passed away Friday, May 22, after a very short, but brave, battle with lung cancer. Rick left peacefully at his home in Gig Harbor surrounded by those that adored him. Rick was born and raised in Tacoma and graduated from Wilson High School in 1969. He was a devoted family man and THE PERFECT husband. He was the most proud and loving father and grandfather, cherishing time with his wife and family above all else. Rick is survived by his beloved wife of 21 years DeNece Beckman (Vela-Hone) of Gig Harbor, and his most cherished children: Jay Richard of Fox Island, Joseph Peter of Port Orchard, Christina Jolene of Port Orchard, Dustin Smith of Federal Way, and Brittany Vessels (Smith) of Puyallup. He leaves his legacy in his adored grandchildren:ECollin, Samuel, Caitlyn and Colin. Rick is also survived by his sister Ann Francis of Tacoma and a brother Paul Brooks of Virginia. Please sign on-line guest book www.tuellmckee.com . Arrangements by Tuell-McKee Funeral Home, 253-272-1414.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on May 28, 2009.

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DeNece Beckman

May 22, 2024

Fifteen years today... Today is hard, Babe. Thought I was gonna be okay today, but I'm not. I miss you. I miss the way you loved me. I miss the way you made me laugh and the way that we laughed, together. I miss your hands. I miss your heart. I miss your voice. Today is so hard, but it's just a testament to how deeply I loved you. I will never finish loving you, Rick. Never. Always, your Boo.

DeNece Beckman

March 21, 2022

Nearly 13 years and I still miss you just as much, Baby. I have so much that I wish I could talk to you about. Do you hear me when I do? I have felt you so strongly at the times I've needed you most, and I've seen/found the signs you've delivered to let me know that you're with me... Thank you for being by my side... forever and always... together forever. I will never finish loving you... Your, Boo

DeNece Beckman

June 11, 2009

I know there is no greater love than ours... I love you, Rick... yesterday, today, tomorrow, forever, and always!!!! Together Forever baby....

June 7, 2009

I was in the process of trying to find Rick when I got the news,I am heartbroken.We spent a summer hitchhiking across the country and driving a VW bus back home,back in the day. I will never forget what a good friend and neighbor he was.
Respectfully Mark Jones

Rick Wooten, George Walker, John Gleason, Ron Harrison, & Rick Beckman

Ron Harrison

May 29, 2009

I am deeply saddened by learning of Rick's passing. He was the drummer in my band from '65 to '67, & recently, was attempting to locate him for a band reunion. My heart goes out to the Beckman family. Ron & Kay Harrison

DeNece Beckman

May 29, 2009

You are my forever love, baby... and I will miss you FOR ALWAYS. I look forward to our reunion, as you are my soulmate and my destiny... Together-Forever... Always, Your Boo

May 28, 2009

Fair winds and following seas, Rick. Our love and big hugs to all the Beckmans. From the Walkers

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