Jeanne (Floyd) Bechtold |
| Posted 2019-09-26 by Vicki |
| Jeanne Marie (Floyd) Bechtold born May 29, 1952 in Pomona, CA. Passed away September 18, 2019 in Scottsdale, AZ. She moved to Colorado in 1967 and married John Bechtold in 1969 and they divorced in 1984. She moved to Arizona in 1986. Jeanne proudly served the public for yup over 27 years, working for the U.S. Forest Service and The Internal Revenue Service. She retired with distinction for her dedication and hard work. Jeanne loved animals and being outside. She enjoyed assisting her children with 4-H in their younger years, where they showed sheep, chickens, goats and rabbits. Over the years she cared for any and all types of critters that her children would bring home, as well as horses and many wonderful dogs. Most recently her beloved Goldendoodle, Chewy. Camping and fishing were passions she shared most frequently with her son, Chris. They camped and fished for trout, grayling, salmon and halibut in Alaska. Deep sea fishing in the Gulf of Mexico she did with her parents, as well as pan fished all over Arizona. She loved gardening and quilting as well. She made some of the most beautiful quilts. Her most recent quilt was made for her first great grandchild, Emersyn. Because of her enormous heart, she was known as a kind, loving and supportive friend to many. She had an infectious laugh, and a wonderful sense of humor. Spending time watching movies, having cookouts and, playing with children at family gatherings were all very important to her. She made the best frog eye fruit salad, monster cookies, and homemade yeast rolls ever! Jeanne is survived by her daughters, Vicki Milner (Tim), Kathy Bechtold. Grandchildren, Christopher (Miranda) & Andrea Bechtold, Katie Mullins (Tyler), Aubrey Christensen, Amber Milner, Cody Brintnall, Riley Adkisson and Hayden & Logan Wright. Great granddaughter, Emersyn Mullins. Sisters, Paula Colbath and Linda Cubbison (Dave). Nephews and nieces- Mathew, Shelly, Erica, Lisa, and Jenny. And several Great nieces and nephews. Daughter in laws, Shellie Wright Bechtold, Kayla Fregine Jeanne was preceded in death by: Son, Christopher J. Bechtold Parents Jeane and Evelyn Floyd and Aunt Dorothy. Jeanne’s loving legacy lives on in the lives of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Of all she accomplished in her life, being a parent and grandparent were her most cherished role. Memorial Services will be held at Community Church on September 28th, 2019 at 2:00 pm. 5013 E Broadway, Mesa, AZ 85206. |
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