Diana Beckman Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Diana Beckman of Des Moines, Iowa, whose life came to an end on February 5, 2026 at the age of 76, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Diana Beckman to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Joel D. McLaughlin and Donnamae Irene McLaughlin (Saltzman); her husbands, Gary Beckman and Jim DeBonis; her siblings, Danny McLaughlin (Peggy) and Donita Beem (Gary); her uncle Fay "Bud" Saltzman; her great-nephew Omar Villa; and her former husband Samuel Ed Hicks.
She is survived by: her children, Tammy Rae Simpson, Darwin Geyer Jr., Joel Geyer Sr. and Marla Fowler; and her siblings, Daryl McLaughlin (Pam), Denisa Gonzalez (Jesus) and Drew McLaughlin Sr. (Julie). She is also survived by 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and more than 75 nieces and nephews, along with many great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family members, and friends.
