Rebecca Slootheer
September 02, 2013
Rebecca Slootheer, 49, passed away September 2, 2013 at Mercy Hospice in Johnston. She was born September 8, 1963 in St. Charles, Missouri, daughter of Russell and Sharon (Payne) Stagner.
Becky grew up in Missouri and moved to Iowa in the early 80s. She was a cosmetologist for numerous years, working for Formaro & Company and StyleWorks. Becky and her husband, Roy, owned and operated Coffee House Hollander in Altoona for 3 years, and she was most recently a stylist at Shear Gallery Salon in Pleasant Hill.
Becky was a beautiful human being who devoted her life to being a wife and mother. She always had a smile to share and was willing to help anyone in need, often times putting others before herself. She was very active in her community, helping the local fire department, volunteering at her children’s school, and was involved with the PTA – Junior Achievement. Becky enjoyed traveling, rug hooking and loved the ocean. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Becky is survived by her husband, Roy; sons, Mike, Connor and Dane Slootheer; mother, Sharon Townsend; sisters, Suzanne (Dewey) Cantrell, Jenny Lee, and Rachel (Steve) Ridgway; and her brother, Russell (Jody) Stagner. She was preceded in death by her father and grandma Freddie.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, September 6, 2013 and one hour prior to the service all at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 1701 8th Street SW in Altoona. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, September 7, 2013 at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Mercy Hospice in Johnston in loving memory of Rebecca.
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Lanny Formaro
10/31/2013
I am so sorry to here of Becky's passing, I just learned of it minutes ago while in town for my Brother Ricks funeral. We were the best of friends, we were family, we had the best of times.
Joselyn Williams
09/13/2013
So shocked to have learned of Becky's passing. Love and prayers to you and your boys! She was an amazing woman!
Graceland Classmates
09/12/2013
Roy and Children,
Please accept our heartfelt sentiments of compassion and comfort during the loss of your wife and mother. Your Graceland University family sends heartfelt prayers of strength, comfort and solace to provide a shield of protection around each of you during this time of loss.
Paula Foster
09/11/2013
Roy, I am so very, very sorry to hear about Rebecca's passing, you have my sincerest, heartfelt condolences. (I did the payroll for you when I worked at the CPA firm, it was always a pleasure working with you.)
Chuck Utter
09/08/2013
Roy and family
My heart aches for you and the boys. Losing a loved one has a profound effect on a family. I know that with your leadership and the Lords you will come through this and come out stronger. My prayers will be with you and the boys.
Val - Pampered Pooch
09/07/2013
My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Becky was such a special woman that I will truly miss. I have met very few people who had such a love of life and cared so much about those around her. She was a dear individual that I am grateful to have known.
SHANE CHRISTENSEN
09/07/2013
To Becky's Family, It saddened me to hear about your loss of Becky, please accept my condolences, I thought Becky was a Wonderful Person.
Kristy and Jon Steele
09/07/2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Blessings on Becky's memory as a daughter, sister, wife, mother and friend. When we think of her it will be with a smile.
Mr. and Mrs. Steele- Retired- Altoona Elementary
marina.slootheer
09/07/2013
dag lieverd,
in gedachten heel dicht bij jullie.liefs .mama.xxxx
Janet Turner (formerly Altoona Living sales rep)
09/07/2013
I was both shocked and saddened to read about Becky! She was a beautiful person inside and out and I enjoyed seeing her every week. I will miss her smiling face as well as her sarcasm. Roy and family my thoughts and prayers go out to you!
Brenda Humphrey
09/06/2013
Thank you for bringing Hollanders to Altoona...we always enjoyed the coffee drinks and the food. So sad to lose a great Altoona citizen.
Rich and Tammy Snyder
09/06/2013
Roy and family: We have been praying for months for a different outcome for Becky. We are so sorry for your loss and will continue to lift you up in prayer in the upcoming months.
Keith and Jan Oswald
09/06/2013
We are an older couple who were frequent visitors to the coffee shop. We so enjoyed Becky's friendliness, and are very saddened to hear this news. Please accept our sincere condolences and know that our prayers are with you.
Dr. Kevin & Christy Eichelberger
09/06/2013
Roy and family, Our hearts are hurting with you in the loss of Becky. We have been praying for healing for her from the beginning of her cancer journey. God apparently had plans to heal her in heaven... praying for peace that passes all understanding for you all!
Debi Herrera
09/06/2013
I worked with Becky several years ago at Bella Salon. When I think of Becky I think Happy, Energetic, Funny, Talented and Beautiful. Im so sorry for your loss!!