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