Barbara Jean Beckley, age 61 of Beavercreek, formerly of Bradford departed this life to her eternal rest in God on February 17, 2018. She was born on March 21, 1956 to the (late) James R. and Elizabeth L. "Betty" (Scott) Beckley.
Barbara was a graduate of Bradford High School, Class of 1974 and a graduate of Bowling Green State University and Wright State University.
She is preceded in death by her parents, brother James "Paul" Beckley and sister Karen Stafford.
Barbara is survived by a brother and sister-in-law Mark and Ronda Beckley of Bradford, a nephew Jake and Christina Beckley of Greenville, nieces Shannon Beckley of Minster and Ashley and Bradley Perkins of Virginia Beach, VA, two great-nephews Evan and Ethan Beckley and two great-nieces Aubrielle and Everleigh Perkins.
She enjoyed being a teacher and spending time with her family and friends. She was deeply loved and will be missed.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am. Saturday March 3, 2018 at Mt. Zion Church 428 Shepherd Rd. Xenia, Ohio 45385. The family will receive friends from 10 am Saturday until time of service. Burial will be at a later time.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church in her name to help with the funeral and other expenses.