Bernice Beckwith

Bernice Beckwith, 91, of La Farge, died Friday, February 15, 2019. Bernice was born on May 7, 1927 to William and Margaret "Allie" (Lewis) Yanske on a farm near Hub City. She graduated from West Lima High School in 1944. On October 31, 1945 she was united in marriage to Delmer Beckwith. Together they lived on a farm for 25+ years milking and raising their six children. Bernice loved crocheting, gardening, dancing, latch hooking, and sewing clothes for her family. She was an excellent cook and often baked chocolate chip cookies, cinnamon rolls, and chocolate cakes. Later in life she enjoyed gambling with her friends and family. She also loved watching the Milwaukee Brewer Baseball games. Bernice is survived by her four daughters: Gloria Deaver, Linda (Jay) Kidd, Loretta (Bob) Klingaman, and Glenda Jansen (Dan Titus); son, Gary (Marj) Beckwith; nine grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren, and many other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Delmer John Beckwith in July of 1984; son, Larry Delmer Beckwith; grandson, Joe Klingaman; great grandson; Keith Deaver; special son-in-law, Terry Deaver Sr.; and by her siblings. Funeral Services will be held at 11am on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at the La Farge Free Methodist Church. Burial will be held at a later date. Friends may call on Monday, February 18, 2019 from 4-7pm at the La Farge Free Methodist Church. Friends may also call at the church on Tuesday from 10am till the time of service. Online Condolences may be offered at www.VossFH.com The Vosseteig Funeral Home of La Farge is serving the family.