Rachel Lynn Bearfield
November 17, 1953 - September 11, 2020
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Rachel Lynn Bearfield
November 17, 1953 - September 11, 2020
Obituary
Rachel Lynn Bearfield (Schlecht), age 66, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2020. She was born in Fargo, ND on November 17, 1953 to Andrew and Dawn Schlecht.
She lived in Enderlin, ND and graduated high school there in 1971. She continued her education at Golden Valley Lutheran College in Golden Valley, MN. She married John Bearfield of Lisbon, ND on January 12, 1973.
Rachel was a social butterfly who enjoyed life to the fullest. She was a rock for her family showing them the love of God and enriching their lives with His teachings. Rachel was a beloved foster mom to many children. She loved pickleball, Tamarac Lake, Fountain of the Sun Family, her bible study groups and traveling.
Rachel worked for West Fargo Public Schools where she retired in 2012. Her love for people, her genuine smile, and infectious laugh blessed her with many wonderful friendships. Rachel and her husband John fully retired in Mesa, AZ in 2016 returning to their lake home near Pelican Rapids, MN each summer.
She is survived by her mother Dawn Schlecht of Enderlin, ND; Sisters Kristi (Chuck) Thilmony of Enderlin, ND and Gretchen Hoy of Enderlin, ND; Brother Tyler Schlecht of Enderlin, ND; Children Joshua (Myra) Bearfield of Phoenix, AZ, Danyell (Cory) Deckard of Bakersfield, CA, Mandie (Patrick) Murray of Fargo, ND; grandchildren Jack, Benjamin Deckard and Gavin, Hudson, Cadence Murray.
She was preceded in death by her father Andrew Schlecht, and her husband John Bearfield.
Funeral Service will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Moorhead, MN on October 9th at 10:30 am, masks are required. Burial to follow at the Enderlin Cemetery in Enderlin, ND.
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: October 9, 2020 (10:30 AM)
- Venue: St. Joseph Catholic Church
- Location: 218 10th St S. Moorhead, MN 56560 - (Get Directions)
19 responses to Rachel Lynn Bearfield
Pat and Doug Moser says:
September 15, 2020
We are grieving with you in this loss. Rachel will be so missed!
Ruthie Horob says:
September 16, 2020
My sympathies in the loss of Rachel. I met her at Bible study fellowship in Fargo quite a few years ago. What are you faithful Christian she was!
Sue Moseman says:
September 16, 2020
Rachel’s shining smile will always be with us like the bright stars in the night sky. Her zest for life and desire to help everyone she came in contact with is something that will never be forgotten by those of us who were lucky enough to know her. Prayers go up for her children, grandchildren and family as they work through the pain of losing their mother, grandmother and best friend. Knowing that she is with the Lord and we will see her again gives me great comfort, and I pray that it comforts all of you, too!
Jan says:
September 17, 2020
I met Rachel at FOS in Mesa. She was a lovely person and so kind. I loved seeing her rock paintings while walking in FOS. Heaven gained a beautiful angel. Prayers for her family.
Kathi Snyder says:
September 17, 2020
I only new Rachel a short time but she always made me feel welcomed. She always had a big beautiful smile when she saw you. She will be missed