Husband Clarence Beecroft [11224]
Born: 26 Dec 1925 - Barron, Barron, Wisconsin, United States 1
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Died: 3 Jul 2014 - Wisconsin, United States 1
Buried: - McKinley Cemetery, McKinley, Polk Co, WI 1
Find A Grave ID: 141766905
Father: William B Beecroft [11234] (1897-1969) 1
Mother: Anna Mary Daniel [13302] (1905-1983)
Marriage: 2 Jun 1948 - Cumberland, Barron Co, WI
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• His obituary was published. Clarence Beecroft passed into Glory on July 3, 2014, he fought the good fight of faith until the very end. Clarence was born on December 26, 1925 in Barron, Wisconsin to William and Anna Beecroft. Clarence as a young boy worked hard on the farm along with his two brothers William and Eugene. With their hard work were the antics of three boys. There was a constant flow of practical jokes and the comradely between three brothers. Clarence loved to sit with his brothers and talk about those times '96they were hard times in the 20's and 30's but always laced with love and humor. Clarence graduated from Prairie Farm High School. He lettered all four years for his excellence in Boxing. He won every fight but one-and that one was a draw.
Clarence married Marie Gross on June 2, 1948 in Cumberland, WI. Clarence and Marie made their home in Lorain Township just north of McKinley. Five children were born to this union. They lived here all their married life until last year when they moved to Cumberland and resided in the Regency Apartments. Clarence operated a Saw Mill in the early years with his brother William. But later he and William partnered to buy a well machine and launched Beecroft Brothers Well Drilling.
Clarence was an ardent horse man. He loved his Arabians and showed his horses throughout the Upper Midwest. In his heart, he was a farmer. He embraced the life of a farmer, and the enjoyment of country living. He raised his horses, his Black Angus, rabbits, dogs and an array of cats. You can throw in the chickens, turkeys and ducks. He loved to spend time camping, hunting and fishing. But priority one was his wife Marie and the children and grandbabies. He left behind a legacy of love and kindness.
He was a man of strong conviction and believed God and enjoyed an unwavering faith walk. When we he was not outside you could find him in his recliner resting his eyes and reading his Bible. He was a member of the Shell Lake Full Gospel Church. He spent many hours in the company of Pastor Virgil, they fished, hunted and cut wood together. Clarence had a missionary heart and wanted to share the Good News of Jesus with everyone. Clarence was a member of the Dallas Saddle Club for many years.
He leaves behind the love of life, his wife Marie along with his children, Linda (Harry) Buckwalter, Gary (Donna) Beecroft, Marlene Beecroft (Mark) Ziebarth, Sandi Beecroft, David (Shirley) Beecroft. Brothers William (Dorothea) Beecroft, Eugene (Bonnie) Beecroft. Grandchildren Gary (Julie) Beecroft, Michael Beecroft, Troy (Sheila) Beecroft, David (Jennifer) Beecroft, Ann (Mike) Tepoorten, Amanda Beecroft, Jim (Kate) Beecroft, Jeremy Beecroft, Jessica Beecroft, Brad (Melissa) Beecroft. Twenty-six great grandchildren. And many Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Anna Beecroft, and one son Roger Beecroft.
We do not grieve for him, for we know he is Heaven. He taught us to work, to play and love. He was a nurturing force and a strong spiritual leader for our Family.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Shell Lake Full Gospel Church on July 10th at 11:00 AM with Pastor Virgil Amundson. There will be a visitation at the service beginning at 10:00 AM. A Noon Luncheon will be served after the service.
Wife Marie E Gross [11225]
Born: 13 Aug 1931 - Waukegan, Lake Co, IL
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Died: 13 Aug 2019 - Cumberland, Barron Co, WI
Buried: 19 Aug 2019 - McKinley Cemetery, McKinley, Polk Co, WI 1
Find A Grave ID: 202399822
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• Her obituary was published. Marie Beecroft would like to let you know that her work and time on earth is done. She received a call on her birthday, August 13, 2019 to return home. She has a new address in glory. Marie was the daughter of Oscar and Marie Evelyn Gross born in Waukegan, IL.
Marie spent most of her childhood years with her parents and five siblings on a farm north of Cumberland, WI.
She is preceded in death by her parents and all of her siblings: Donald, Doris, Jean, William, and Raymond.
On June 2, 1948, Marie was married to Clarence Beecroft and they resided in Indian Creek. To this union were born five children: Linda (Harry) Buckwalter, Gary (Donna) Beecroft, Marlene (Mark) Beecroft Ziebarth, Roger (Sandi) Beecroft and David (Shirley) Beecroft.
Marie's husband Clarence, son Roger and brother-in-law, Gene Beecroft all preceded her in death.
Marie leaves behind a family that she loved and was very proud of. She was known for her kindness and caring attitude. Marie loved to cook and bake. Her kitchen was always the essence of wonderful aromas because something was always baking. It was also a social hub of activity, conversation, and sometimes heated debates always laced with laughter. Our home was filled with friends and family.
Marie had many hobbies, sewing, knitting, quilting, gardening, and reading. Marie loved dogs and raised Pugs, Boxers, Scotties and Pekinese. For many years she wrote the neighborhood news called Friendly Corners for the Cumberland Advocate and the Inter-County Leader. She served as both the treasurer and clerk for the township of Lorain. Marie was also the Fire Warden for almost 30 years. She was a Weight Watcher lecturer and eventually launched her own company called the Weight Factor. Marie was a faithful member of the Shell Lake Full Gospel church.
She is survived by her brother-in law, William Beecroft; sisters-in-law, Dorothea Beecroft, Bonnie (Gene) Beecroft, Bernice (Raymond) Gross. She leaves behind ten grandchildren and twenty-seven great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson. Nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
We would like to thank all the people who took the time to stop and visit Mom. And the exceptional attention and care that she received from her niece Mary Jean Jergenson.
A Homecoming Service is planned for Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 2:00pm at the Skonewood Christian Retreat in Cushing, WI. The Glory Train Gospel Group will be performing a concert in Mom's memory.
Interment will be at the McKinley Cemetery.
- Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, Wisconsin.
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1 F Linda Beecroft [11226] (details suppressed for this person)
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Spouse: Harry Buckwalter [11233] (living)
2 M Gary Beecroft [11227] (details suppressed for this person)
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Spouse: Donna [11232] (living)
3 F Marlene Beecroft [11228] (details suppressed for this person)
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Spouse: Mark Ziebarth [11231] (living)
4 M David Beecroft [11229] (details suppressed for this person)
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Spouse: Shirley [11230] (living)
5 M Roger E Beecroft [11220]
Born: 17 May 1952 - Cumberland, Barron Co, WI
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Died: 3 Oct 2011 - Eau Claire, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States
Buried: 8 Oct 2011 - Shell Lake Cemetery, Shell Lake, Washburn Co, WI 1
Find A Grave ID: 77628437
Spouse: Sandi Plunkett [11221] (living)