Roberta Fay Beekman's Obituary
Roberta Fay Beekman, age 76, of Grand Haven passed away Monday, March 19, 2012, at her home. She was born January 26, 1936, in Tower, MI, to Lennie Murton and Clara Mae (Walters) Simons. Roberta was married to Lloyd G. Beekman, and he preceded her in death on August 2, 2009.
Roberta worked for many years as a Licensed Practical Nurse in various jobs in the healthcare industry. She was a member of the VFW Sgt. Alvin Jonker Post #2326 Women’s Auxiliary. Roberta was part of the “Fun Loving Living Club” and conducted her life with compassion.
Roberta is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Sandra Moore of Grand Haven; a son, David (Pat) Beekman of Spring Lake; 4 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters: Adella James, Norma (John) Pontius of Boyne City, Leanna (Burt) Southwood of Charlevoix; 4 brothers: Chet Simons of Spring Lake, Robert Simons of Boyne City, Sherlon Simons of Frankfort, Kentucky, and Kenneth (Sylvia) Simons of Caledonia. She was preceded in death by 3 sisters and 2 brothers.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, April, 21, 2012, at Roberta’s home, 13618 Fawn Lane, Grand Haven, MI 49417. Memorial contributions to the VFW Sgt. Alvin Jonker Post #2326 Women’s Auxiliary are appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.vbkfuneralhome.com.
The family is being served by VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home of Grand Haven.
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