Betty June Beckham Long, 88, passed away July 25, 2015, in Livingston, Texas. She was born May 30, 1927, in Littlefield, Texas, to the parents of Walker and Ruby Beckham. Betty was a long time resident of the Houston – Cabool area.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Louise Beckham; and one brother, Eugene Beckham.
She is survived by her brother, Willis Beckham of Clearwater, Fla.; her sister, Fern Goodwin of Springfield, Mo.; her son, Sammy Long and his, wife, Doris of Livingston Texas; two grandsons, Yancey Long and Hec Long; two great-granddaughters, Grason and Rhonya; two great-grandsons, Breckett and Shiloh; seven nieces, Margie, Patsy, Peggy, Kim, Nancy, Susie and Vickie; two nephews, Michael and Robert; many great nephews and nieces; and very special long time friend, Mary Jo Lowery.
Betty grew up and attended school in Texas County, and at the tender age of 17 she was a welder at Fort Leonard Wood during WWII. She later took a position working with handicapped children at a school in Mountain Grove, Mo., for over 38 years. Betty was known for her quiet demeanor, a kind heart and the patience of a saint and school staff and children adored her, as she did them.
Betty loved reading the Bible, had a passion for the gospel and she loved gathering with her friends. She loved to cook, collect recipes, eat out and shop for clothes and she was a firm believer in always looking her best.
Services were 10 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 2015, at Evans Funeral Home with George Peterson and Greg Willert officiating. Pallbearers were Yancey Long, Hec Long, Breckett Long, Glen Parrish, Charley Meador, Michael McClure and Taylor McClure. Honorary pallbearer was Eric Click. Burial was in Licking City Cemetery under the direction of Evans Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Licking City Cemetery. To send an online condolence, please go to www.evansfh.com.
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