Obituary
Rebecca (Bex) Pfaff
Rebecca (Bex) Pfaff, 67 of La Crosse, WI., passed away on July 17, 2026, surrounded by family and held in the loving arms of her two children.
Rebecca was born on December 31, 1958, to Robert and Rita (Hutzenbuehler) Pfaff. Bex was the fourth of nine children. Bex graduated from Aquinas High School in 1977. After graduation, Bex met and married Michael Bernard. Together they raised two children, Shelby and Michael Jr. They enjoyed many years together, but later divorced.
Several years later, Bex met her love, Tom Beal. They built a life together enjoying time with family and friends. Bex also enjoyed her gardens, reading, and puzzles!
Rebecca is survived by her daughter, Shelby Pfaff and son, Michael Bernard Jr. She is further survived by 6 grandchildren; Jacob Meinke, Jalen Meinke,
Ashton Prairie, Donavin Bernard, Aidric Bernard and Ilana Bernard, and 8 siblings; Terri (Al) Murch, Vicky (Kevin) Kobishop, Mary Pfaff, Roberta Parrish, Barbara (Rocky) Craig, Shawna Riniker, Robert (Bridget) Pfaff, Robyn (Sam) Hanson, special family friend, Dawn Helfrich and many nieces and nephews.
Rebecca was preceeded in death by both parents, Robert and Rita, her significant other, Tom Beal and brother-in-law, Richard (Dick) Riniker.
Rebecca’s family would like to thank Ebony, Clarissa and Terri at St Croix Hospice for their care and compassionate support during this difficult time.
The family will honor Rebecca with a private memorial service.
You will be forever loved and missed. I will never forget the fun we had and how you made me laugh. I love you
So sorry to hear this as it is way too young but she is now at peace & will be with her Mom & Dad. My condolences to all her family. RIP 🙏
So sorry to get this news. Rebecca was one of my closest homeroom friend at Aquinas and I will always remember her smile and sense of humor. rest in peace.
My family lived next door to Becky’s grandparents. Roy and Thora Pfaff. Becky and her sisters were fun to be with and made happy memories of those long ago days. Condolences for your loss of a remarkable woman. 🙏
Robyn and family,
I’m sorry for your loss.
Lori Bagniewski
Terri, Vicky, Marybeth, Roberta, Barbara, and Shawna.
I am so sorry to hear of Becky’s passing. To me, all you kids will remain under 10. I did see Becky when she brought your Mother to our Church rummage sale every year. It was nice talking to Becky and your Mom.
I am an old neighbor from 8th Street. We moved before the twins were born so I never knew them.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Patti Golba Hanson
so very sorry to hear this. of the brief time that I knew her in the’70s she was wonderful to see and talk to. rest in peace Becky