Francine Anna Beck

March 31, 1930 - February 4, 2023

Our mother, Francine (Fran) Beck, was without a doubt, an amazing woman. She single-handedly raised 5 kids, (not an easy thing to do) while working full time. She taught us many things in life, but if we had to name a few, they would be “The family is the most important thing, above all else.” “Regardless of what your job is, do it better than anybody else.” “Learn about the rest of the world, and travel as much as you can!”

Fran was born in Houghton, Iowa. After graduating from Central Catholic High School, in Fort Madison, Iowa, Fran moved to Denver, CO with her best friend. Fran’s career took her from working at the Telephone Company, to Addressograph Multigraph, and finally, retired from her career as an administrator at Blue Cross, Blue Shield, in 1990.

Fran enjoyed time with her family and with her many friends she met at Ports of Call Travel Club, all while pursuing her passion of traveling the world.

“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” Mae West

Fran is survived by her children, Terry B. Curtis, Douglas J. Beck, Ronald D. Beck, Rhonda C. Lazear, and Cheryl A. Smith.

Also survived by seven Grandchildren, Rodney Lazear, Matthew Curtis, Lisa Mathieson, Shawnee Noke, Garret Beck, Samuel Beck and Danielle Smith. Also, seven Great Grandchildren, Carter McCanna, Jackson Gordon, Emery Mathieson, Ian Mathieson, Soren Curtis, Isla Mathieson and Scott Beck.

Fran is also survived by her sister, Ruth Stewart.

Fran was preceded in death by her father, Chris Menke, her mother, Rose Menke, brothers, Clarence Menke, Leonard Menke, David Menke, and her sister, Mary Ellen Searcy.

“The world changes from year to year, our lives from day to day, but love and memory of you, shall never pass away.” Unknown

Fran’s children will have a private celebration of her life. In lieu of flowers, consider donating to Fran’s favorite charity: www.operationsmile.org

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.olingerhampdenmortuary.com for the Beck family.