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Emma Beck, of Franklin, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend.
Emma was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Beck; her parents, Ethel and Joe Swartzfager; and her four brothers, Paul, Bill, Carl, and Bob.
She is survived by her five loving daughters: Brenda Williams (Kevin) of Franklin, Donna Winger (Pat) of Oil City, Diane Shook (Jeff) of Seneca, Bonnie Morehouse (Ron) of Oil City, and Beckey Miller (Paul) of Oil City. She is also survived by her brother Wayne Swartzfager and wife June of Daytona Beach, FL, her aunt Violet of Seneca, and her many cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family was her greatest joy, and her memory will live on in their hearts forever.
Emma had a love for life’s simple pleasures. She enjoyed playing Bingo, cooking delicious meals for her loved ones, and spending time watching her favorite westerns.
Family and friends are invited to attend the Celebration of Emma's life on Saturday, March 29th at 2:30 p.m. at Hoss's Restaurant in Cranberry.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to a charity of one's choice in her memory.
Private funeral arrangements were completed by Hile-Best Funeral Home in Seneca. To express online condolences to Emma's family, visit www.hilebest.com
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