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Myra June Beck

Myra June Beck

Aug. 30, 1953 - Jun. 16, 2021

Date of Service: Jun. 22, 2021

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BURLEY – Myra June Kirk Beck, a 67-year-old resident of Burley, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at St. Luke’s Magic Valley Medical Center in Twin Falls.

She was born August 30, 1953, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to Charlotte June Johnson Kirk and Edward (Ted) Lee Kirk. She joined her older siblings, Deanna and Marilyn, and later they were joined by a brother, Johnny. Myra grew up working on the family farm in Murtaugh. She was a worker and one of the toughest women you would find around. A true daddy’s girl as well, she looked after her mom and younger brother while Ted was out on the road driving truck. She did not want her dad to have to worry about his family or the farm, so she would make sure it was taken care of.

Myra attended Burley schools graduating from Burley High School. On June 24, 1971, she married Glen William Beck in the Idaho Falls Temple; to this union were born three children, Ken, Mary, and Polly. Myra taught her kids to work and be tough; they accompanied her in the fields and the harvest trucks throughout their childhood and many memories were made on the farm. After retiring from the farm, you could still find Myra at the Kenyon beet dump hauling dirt, or hauling tare bags with Glen. She loved harvest and she loved being in the middle of it.

Animals were Myra’s passion, she especially loved her dogs, mules, and horses. At 14 years old she would start riding her horse to the town of Murtaugh for posse practice with the Murtaugh Mavericks; later she would become a member of the Minidoka Wranglers and she was still riding and enjoying these friendships up until she became sick three weeks ago. She loved to show her mules and take them on wagon trains; she traveled hundreds of miles on or behind the mules making friends along the trail. She enjoyed spending the winters in Arizona, whether on her horses in the desert or out trail blazing in the Volkswagens. Myra and Glen enjoyed working together on making art sculptures; Myra painted the cement sculptures that Glen made.

Myra is survived by her husband of nearly 50 years, Glen Beck; son, Ken (Carla) Beck; daughters, Mary (Brad) Hess, and Polly (Todd) Windley; grandchildren, Samantha Beck, Daringer Beck, Charlie Hess, Ruby Hess, Lucy Hess, Matthew Windley, and Katrina Windley; and a sister, Deanna Honsinger. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ted Kirk, and June Kirk Banner; sister, Marilyn Bywater; and brother, Johnny Kirk.

In lieu of flowers her family requests donations be made to Minidoka Wranglers, Ronald McDonald House, or a charity of your choice.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 22, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Star 1st Ward, 100 S. 200 W., of Burley, with Bishop Robert T. Oakes officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery in Burley.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Monday, June 21, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, and at the church on Tuesday, from 10 until 10:45 a.m. preceding the funeral.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/yqavn-VNUTA?t=25.

Condolences for Myra June Beck

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From Willa Swim:
Glen, So sorrry to hear of Myra's passing, we just heard about it today (7-29-21). We always enjoyed are time competing with you guys at the team sortings. She was a fearce competitor an will be missed by many. Please take care.
From Pam Haar and Family :
Very sad to hear of this. Myra was a friendly gal that was competitive and enjoyed sorting. Condolences to the family!
From Kirby & Deb Warner:
So sorry Glen, we just found out about Myra’s passing. We will miss her. Hope to see you in Arizona in the fall. Our prayers are with you
From Ann Kiggins:
So very sorry to hear this news. I remember Myra as a strong and fierce competitor. RIP. Condolences and prayers to her family.
From Karen Johnson:
So sorry to hear of Myra's passing. I enjoyed riding with her at the sortings.
From Bethany Badger Bowman:
I have many fond memories of Myra and your family growing up. Sending lots of love, hugs and prayers to Glen, Mary, Polly and family.
From Glen and Susan Wilkinson:
Glen and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
From Glen and Susan Wilkinson:
Glen and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
From Lyle & Jennifer Sager:
We are so sorry to hear about Myra’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences at this time. Her vibrant personality and radiant smile will be missed by all.
From Teri Martinez:
Myra helped me one of the most difficult times in my life and was always there when I needed her. I truly can't believe she is gone. I'm so very Sorry to hear of her passing. My Love & Prayer's go out to her Family.
From Amber Jensen, Gem State Riders:
Myra was such an incredibly strong, outgoing and uplifting person. She will be greatly missed by all of the members of posse.
From Jack and Lynda Weaver:
Our thoughts and prayers to Glen and family. May God comfort you during this difficult time. We will all miss Myra with her bight smile and kind giving heart. We will miss our good friend Myra. May peace be with you all.
From Lyle & Jennifer Sager:
We are so sorry to hear about Myra’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences at this time. Her vibrant personality and radiant smile will be missed by all.
From Kaye Ottley:
I knew Myra while riding with Wranglers...she was a talented rider and contributed generously of her resources (time, knowledge, money, etc.) to the organization. She represented women well in everything she did. She will sorely be missed. Prayers for strength and courage and peace and comfort for her friends and family!!!
From Yvonne Christianson :
A full-of-fun lady. I remember her from art group in Arizona and we would also enjoy watching her when she did the cattle cutting events. Many good stories from her.
From Mary Reno Sperring:
Myra was a wonderful lady. We only knew her from our art group in Arizona as a lovely giving friend. We were blessed to have known her.
From Janelle Hanks :
Sure going to miss this spunky lady. She was such a fun person and brought many great things to this world.
From Derrahl and Faye Holmes:
Myra was such a vibrant, active happy person. Always smiling and friendly. Our sincere condolences to you Glen and your family.
From Clark and Peggy Berg:
Myra always had a cheerful attitude whether playing Pickleball or meeting with the art group in Arizona. We will miss our dear, fun friend. Love to Glen and family.
From Brian & Debra Barlow:
We are so shocked and saddened by wonderful Myra’s passing. What a huge hole she leaves in the hearts of many of us who love her!! Glen, our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
From Phil and Laurie:
Glen and family. Myra will surely be missed. She was such a kick to play pickleball with. We send hugs and hope your sadness turns to sweet memories.
From Melissa Elizondo :
I was deeply saddened to hear that Myra passed. she was such an amazing, beautiful and Incredible woman. Such an awesome woman to have a conversation with and always willing to help. my condolences to the Beck family. Myra, you will be deeply missed by everyone.
From JS Wright :
Glen and Ken and your families so sorry to hear of this what a great lady and friend we sure had great times at the Kenyon Beet Dump Myra you will be missed RIP my friend.
From Arnold and Sherryl Peterson:
Sorry for the passing of Myra. She was a great example of love of all life around her. She will be greatly missed.
From Eileen A. Petersen:
I am so saddened to learn about Myra's passing. She was always so young and vibrant! Glen, Ken, Mary & Brad, and Polly and grandchildren, our family sends deepest, heart-felt condolences for your loss. Even though you know she has "graduated" to heaven and is now with many family and friends there. you will miss her here on earth. May the Savior's love comfort you during this sad time. Love from the Walt & Eileen Petersen family. I hope Walt can talk with her there in heaven.
From Julie Riffe:
Myra was well loved by those in the Bouse Booster Club. She was our Chief in the Kitchen for many years. She hosted the Desert Brushes Art Club at the Booster Club on Monday Afternoons for art and social. She will be sorely missed in Bouse.
From Gloria Andreano Freemon:
So very sorry to hear of Myra's passing. Sending our prayers to Glen and the family. Everyone in Bouse will miss her.,
From Colleen Passey:
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of this wonderful wonderful lady! She touched so many lives for the good with her bright smile and kind giving heart, she will be so missed by those who loved her. I'm so blessed that I could a small part of her life though horses, she always brightened my day!
From Linda Klein:
I was devastated to see we lost this wonderful lady. So giving, caring, hard working. She did so much for the Art World here in Bouse, AZ and was loved by everyone. Our deepest sympathy to her family.
From Tiffany Weaver Allison:
Heart broken to hear of Myra's passing. She was a wonderful lady and did so much for everyone. She will be missed. My thoughts are with Glen and the rest of the Beck family.
From Darcy Anderson:
So sorry to hear of Myra passing. She was such a wonderful lady who went out of her way to welcome you. She is loved by many and will be greatly missed. Sending love and prayers of comfort to all the family
From Brenda Archibald:
Myra was a very special lady. She touched so many lives in so many ways. She will be very missed. My condolences to the family. I will keep you in my prayers.
From Mouria Phillips:
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful kind soul who always made me feel welcome. She will be greatly missed!
From Lonnie and Gay Downs:
Our thoughts and prayers to Glen and family. Myra was a fun gal and always so friendly when we would see her. She will be greatly missed.
From Nonnie Osterhout Johnston:
I remember Myra from Wranglers. I am so sorry to hear that she gone home. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
From Rod and Alta Patterson:
Our condolences to the Beck Glen and Myra's family. We send our love and prayers of comfort.
From Kaylee Tegan :
Myra will always have a special place in my heart. I'm going to miss the days of "babysitting" her (as she liked to call it). Sending all my love and prayers to her family. She's a one in a million kind of lady.
From Vance and Charlotte Moulton :
So sorry Glen to hear of your wife’s passing, may you have our saviors comfort at this time.
From Leon and Dori Clegg:
So saddened to hear the passing of Myra. A dear friend and classmate. Thoughts and prayers to Glen and family. May our Heavenly Father continue to watch over each of you at this difficult time.
From Shantell Clements:
I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to get to know this amazing beautiful lady. I loved working with her in the posse. She had a spitfire attitude that I loved so very much. She will be greatly missed.
From Heidi Young:
My thoughts and prayers for the Beck family. Myra you are one of a kind an amazing person. I will miss you dearly .
From Maria meek:
Myra! You were such a loving person always willing to help. You will be greatly missed by many. I will truly miss our conversations. My condolences to the family.
From LaRue Howard:
What a great lady and friend! I will miss Myra’s beautiful smile and sense of humor. She was always their to lend a helping hand and encouragement to anyone in need. She will be missed by so many! Prayers and hugs to her family and friends and may God comfort you during these difficult times!
From Larina:
My condolences to the Beck family and the posse peeps! Myra was an amazing, talented woman! She will be missed dearly!!
From Tracy Maxfield :
An incredibly talented, generous, amazing woman. My heart breaks for the Beck Family. Cherish the memories of this fine woman.

From Wayne & Ronda Andersen:
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Beck family. Myra will truly be missed!
From Jill Zollinger Bitsoi:
Heaven gained a true angle. Myra will be missed by many. She helped so many without even knowing. Prayer of comfort be with her family.
From Mike & Nicole Toner:
Oh Myra! What a beautiful person you are! You will be missed at many events! My thoughts and prayers are with the beck family through all of this. Samantha... she will be with you in all you do!

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