I only met Becky a couple of times through my connection to her neice, Darcy and the Watson-Batman families. I knew her as a talented baker, one holiday she brought several beautiful and delicious homemade treats, and someone who appreciated art and music and loved to create quilts for friends and loved ones. Having recently lost my brother, I know the sadness the family is feeling. Though we know Becky is in a better place, we still grieve. So rest easy Aunt Becky. Whip up some treats for those that you love and preceded you. And for those of you left behind, peace and love to you all.

I will miss Aunt Becky. She was one-of-a-kind and I was blessed to have her in my life. I got to know her better and spend more time with her in recent years when she moved back to Story City. She taught me important life lessons, the kind you only learn when watching someone face great adversity like the debilitating disease of Frontotemporal dementia (FTD). My cherished memories of her include the amazing cakes she made for me and my co-workers (they were legendary around the office), collecting pop tabs for her grandkids (her whole face lit up when I brought her a bag full of tabs), the beautiful quilted bags she continued to make for everyone, and singing songs with her while running through the halls of the care center. (I quickly learned to wear my sneakers on those visits!) I take comfort in the fact that Becky is now in a better place and while she transitioned from this life to the next, she was holding my mom's hand and listening to her favorite music. It gave them both peace. I hope knowing that will give her relatives and friends some comfort too. I'll miss you Aunt Becky but I'm thankful for the memories, lessons learned and your friendship.