Shirley Ann Beck's obituary , Passed away on October 7, 2025 in Sterling, Illinois

Shirley Ann Beck

February 1, 1936 - October 7, 2025 (89 years old)

Sterling, Illinois

Shirley Ann Beck's obituary , Passed away on October 7, 2025 in Sterling, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McDonald Funeral Home

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Shirley Ann Beck

February 1, 1936 - October 7, 2025 (89 years old)

Sterling, Illinois

Shirley Ann Beck Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Shirley Ann Beck (Sterling, Illinois), who passed away on October 7, 2025 at the age of 89. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Shirley Ann's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Shirley Ann's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Gaulrapp and Anna Mae Gaulrapp (Regan); her brother Gary Gaulrapp; her former husband Earl Beck; and her grandson Paul Johnson.

She is survived by: her children, Todd Beck (Chris), Tally Reed (Mike), Tori Almanza, Tana Coward (Todd), Tyane Austin (Dave) and Treasure Velazquez (Antonio). She is also survived by nineteen grandchildren; thirty-three great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McDonald Funeral Home



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