Annette Becton
April 26, 2014
Annette Phyllis Becton, age 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Annette was born April 17, 1938 in Waukegan, Illinois, the daughter of Arnett and Eleanor Williams.
Annette was a graduate of Lake Forest High School and also attended Northern Illinois University. She was quite an athlete and loved softball and basketball. In 1962, she moved to Des Moines, Iowa. Annette spent most of her career working for the United States Department of Agriculture until her retirement in 1996. Most recently, she was a diligent bus attendant for the Des Moines Public Schools.
In 1972, Annette married Roderick E. Becton, Sr. In addition to raising her daughter she was also involved with the Des Moines Roadrunner Bowling Guild. She was also an active member with the Des Moines Women’s Club. Her interests included sewing, knitting, making dolls, and doing some crafts.
Annette is survived by her sister, Rosemary Hickman of Evanston, IL; brother, John Montgomery of Waukegan, IL; daughter and grandson, Holly and Yarima Robertson of Des Moines, IA; step-children, Tina (Becton) Dudley, Regina Mosley, Roderick Becton, Jr., and Keith Becton; and a number of other relatives and friends.
Visitation will begin at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 4, 2014 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street followed by a memorial service at 5:00 p.m.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Ann W Jackson
05/14/2014
I was totally shock to hear about Annette . I was told and could not believe it.
To the family this was a great lady Always had a smile on her face for everyone . I use to see getting her students across at Universary and Merle Hay. My prayers are with the family , she will be missed.
Jane Rowe
05/05/2014
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your mother, Annette. I enjoyed knowing her in the Des Moines Womens Club and it was a joy to see her in the mornings on the bus attending our children at school. I pray peace and comfort for you and your son at this time. Jane
Nancy Delpierre
05/03/2014
To The Family:
Ms. Annette was a wonderful lady and I enjoyed working with her at DMPS in Transportation. I was in shock and saddened to hear of her passing. May she be at peace and God watch over her.
Nancy Delpierre
Dianna Redd
05/03/2014
Holly and Yarima, I pray that you find comfort during this time of loss. I am deeply saddened by this news. Please reach out, if you need to talk. With love and sorrow, Dianna
Terry Bolling
05/02/2014
I am sorry to hear this .. this is such a great family. May God bless the family even more with the inspiration to take what was given by her and carry-on those great things.
Terry
05/01/2014
Life facilitates many things while the beauty of strength, that is within, will allow the deliverance of others who have been touched in anyway!
It is hard to imagine the voice of Mrs. Annette gone from all of us but with our mind she will always be remembered!
We Love You Holly and Yarima as you continue to be strong in the loss of your Mother (Grandmother)!
Terry, Kim and The McGregor Family
Veyshun Smith
05/01/2014
To Melody and your mom, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if you need anything. Love you both!
Vey
Kim Carter
05/01/2014
Holly, you and Yarima are in my thoughts. May God continue to watch over you during your time of sorrow.
Angela Nwaturuocha
04/30/2014
To Mrs. Annette family , a wonderful women who will be missed dearly.. its hard to know she left so soon. My prayers r going out to all .