Fern Beckstead, our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on August 22, 2023 at her home at age 92.  Fern moved to Mesa along with her husband in 1958 and together they raised 6 children.  She enjoyed cooking, camping, gardening and hosting family parties in her backyard.  She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and served in many church callings.  She lived a fulfilled life doing service for the family, neighbors, and friends, but most of all being a loving companion to her husband.  Fern is survived by her children, K.R. Beckstead (Penny) Kayleen Kellis (Phil), Klaudette Oliver (Brent), Kelly Beckstead (Tina), and Kamie Campbell (Craig), 17 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.  Fern was preceded in death by her husband Keith, and son, Kim Beckstead. 

Visitation will be August 30, 2023, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 925 N. Harris Dr, Mesa AZ 85203 from 5:00 to 6:00 pm.