Darleen Emily Anderson Beckey was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on September 20, 1924 and passed away in Plano Texas on August 8, 2015. Darleen was a wonderful wife to Don for 72 years. Don and Darleen had two daughters, Cheryl and Linda, two grandchildren, Kimberly and Craig and 3 great grandsons, Josh, Justin and Jacob. Darleen had two brothers, Dale (deceased), Don, and one sister, Diana. Darleen worked at Honeywell in Minneapolis for several years until Don was transferred to Omaha, Nebraska with the BNSF (TP&W) Railroad . Darleen enjoyed all of the places they lived: Minneapolis, MN, Omaha, NE, Boise, ID, Tulsa, OK and Plano, TX. Darleen had a special love for animals and particularly dogs. She cherished her dogs, Suzie, Angel and Peaches. Don and Darleen enjoyed traveling . They took seven cruises in the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Europe and Alaska. They also enjoyed going to Hawaii and all across the United States. Darleen was active in Christian Women's Club and served as Chairman for several years. She and Don were very active in their church and she taught Sunday School for many years. Don & Darleen loved the Lord and their lives reflected the teachings of Jesus. A private graveside service with military honors will be held for the family at the Dallas/Fort Worth National Cemetery on Monday, November 7, 2016 at 11:15 a.m. Darleens beloved husband, Don, passed away November 1, 2016. You can see his obituary here. Arrangements are under the direction of: ARIA Cremation Service & Funeral Homes 19310 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75252 214-306-6700