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Naomi Kathleen Russell Bex BeebePassing: December 21, 2020

Service:

Springfield National Cemetery

Graveside Service

Friday, January 8th @ 11:00 a.m.

Visitation:

No Visitation

Cemetery:

Springfield National Cemetery

Friday, January 8th @ 11:00 a.m.

Naomi Kathleen Russell Beebe passed away peacefully on December 21, 2020 in Springfield, MO.

She was born April 28, 1939 in Mitchell, Indiana to John Russell and Edna Mae (Terry) Russell.

She is survived by her loving husband Don of 15 years,  two sons, Wm. Michael (Kay) Gilbert of Shreveport, LA, Terry Gilbert of Chicago, IL, three sisters, Sue (Wayne) Holt of Mitchell, IN, Sharon (Larry) Egger of Leon, IA, Juanita Jean of Marshfield, MO and a brother Harry (Marylee) Russell of Mitchell, IN. She is also survived by two stepdaughters Debra Beebe and Shannon Jacob of Springfield, MO, one stepson Clifford (Julie) Beebe, one grandson, 5 great-grandchildren, 11 step grandchildren, 42 step great-grandchildren,  4 step great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by a sister, Rose (Charles) Johnson, a brother, John (Sharon) Russell, Jr., a great-grandson and her former husband George Bex.

Naomi was a hard worker her whole life. She worked at Mitchell Manor Nursing home for many years and also Carpenter Body Works in Mitchell, IN. And retired from Cox South Hospital in Springfield.  She was proud to be a Mary Kay Beauty Consultant for over 20 years. She attended Huron High School in Huron, IN.

One of her joys was cooking. She was most proud of her award winning persimmon pudding. She made delicious pies and loved having family get-togethers with lots of food and laughter. Some of her fondest memories was traveling with her sons and husband on trips exploring the United States in their RV, and her travels to Europe, Africa, the Carribean, South America, Hawaii and Mexico. She loved music and dancing, especially her favorite country artist George Jones.

Not only was Naomi a hard worker, but she loved life and sharing it with family and friends. She will always be remembered by so many who were touched by her joyful laughter, kind heart and generosity.                                                                                                                                            A graveside service will be January 8 th. At 11:00 am at the National Cemetery in Springfield, MO.

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15 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Debra Beebe | Brookline, MO
    Date: January 9, 2021
    Loved Naomi very much. Loved her laughter and her love of Christmas. My condolences Terry, your Mom, my Step Mom will be greatly missed
  2. Guest: Elaine Sherwood Anderson | Bloomington, IN
    Date: January 5, 2021
    Terry, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I know you will miss her terribly. Love to you.
  3. Guest: Tammy Milligan Dwyer | Mitchell, Indiana
    Date: December 28, 2020
    Had the pleasure of working with Naomi at Mitchell Manor and spent time with her and Don in their home before they moved. Sorry for your loss, she was a sweetheart.
  4. Guest: Brad and Lee Purlee | Bedford, Indiana
    Date: December 28, 2020
    Terry, we offer our deepest condolences to you on the passing of your dear Mother. You were blessed to have such a good one, and blessed to have such a wonderful relationship with her. Hold onto your memories...she will be with you forever! God bless your family.
  5. Guest: Jeffrey Gross | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    Date: December 28, 2020
    Terry, who knew that we both not only became best friends, but also family. As both of our mothers embraced each of us as their children too. We were both blessed to have mothers that had a special quality about them, that in raising a couple of son's to blend their families into one. I will miss Naomi, but her motherly memories will stay wrapped up in my heart. God speed Naomi. Your now out of pain and in God's Heaven. I hope that We will meet again in heaven. Peace be with you and the family.
  6. Guest: Patti Kirk | Bloomington IN
    Date: December 28, 2020
    Terry, I know how difficult this time is for you. You had such a wonderful relationship with your mom. You'll always have that. She'll be in your heart forever.
  7. Guest: Christopher Simonsen | San Diego, CA
    Date: December 27, 2020
    Naomi was so kind. I always smile when I think of her saying, "Hello sweet pea!" as she would say to me. She will be missed. Love to you Terry! Christopher Simonsen
  8. Guest: Herman Lee, Jr. | Chicago, IL
    Date: December 27, 2020
    Naomi, you will be missed! I have a wonderful memory of you! The time we went to Whisky River and you order Red Beer (Tomato Juice and Beer)...lol! Continue to Rest In Heaven! Herman
  9. Guest: Cindy Miller | Mitchell, IN
    Date: December 27, 2020
    Terry, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was so kind and always smiling and I know how much she meant to you. Prayers for you and your family during such a difficult time.
  10. Guest: Kay Gilbert | Shreveport, Louisiana
    Date: December 27, 2020
    I wish everyone could have a mother in law as I did. Her laughter, cooking, love of travel and others will be greatly missed. We are heartbroken that her earthy presence is not with us but we rejoice in wonderful memories. Not goodbye but see ya later!
  11. Guest: Judy Tenorio | Huntley, IL 60142
    Date: December 27, 2020
    My sincere condolences to the family of Naomi. She will be missed by so many. She touched the hearts of us all and memories of her will live in our hearts forever.
  12. Guest: AnneO’Brien | Naperville, Illinois
    Date: December 27, 2020
    My deepest condolences Terry. Your mother was a lot of fun, she enjoyed life to the fullest. May she Rest In Peace
  13. Guest: Cathy Wilcoxen | SPRINGFIELD, MO
    Date: December 27, 2020
    Dear Aunt Naomi! We will miss you! I hope you wrote down all of your delicious recipes. Would love to copy them. Always love it when we had get togethers. You was the life of the party. I will keep a close watch over Terry and Mike when they are around. Like little brothers to me. We will see you later tator! Love you! Give Mom and Dad a big hug for me! Go Rest High On That Mountain! Cathy & Bud
  14. Guest: Barbara Thomas | Loogootee
    Date: December 27, 2020
    Oh my Hate to hear this she was my best friend and sister like we growed up together and runaround together was always so glad to see her at our reunions Naomi I will miss you hope to be with you in Heaven some day.
  15. Guest: Steven Bird | Palm Springs california
    Date: December 27, 2020
    I had the privilege of spending some time with Naomi on several occasions through the years. I met her son Terry in the early nineties and we became the best of friends. I loved her colorful humorous stories about him as a child. I always told him he needs to write a book! What a funny wonderful lady! She will be deeply missed. Until we meet again.

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