Mary Beck, 96, of Cassville, Mo., passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2025, at her home.

She was born on October 12, 1928, in Cassville, Mo., to Otto and Gladys (Barr) Thomas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Gladys, and her sister, Dorothy.

Survivors include her son, Greg Beck and his wife Brenda of Cassville, Mo.; two grandsons; two stepsons, Bucky Edie of Carthage, Mo., and Andy Edie of Nashville, Tenn.; thirteen grandchildren; two nephews; two great nephews; one great niece; three great great nephews; two great great nieces.

She married the love of her life, Bill Beck.

She was a talented dancer and dedicated teacher, she owned and operated dance studios in Monett and Neosho, where she taught from 1957 until 2020.

She was also a member of the First Christian Church in Cassville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Haven of the Ozarks and entrusted to White Funeral Home and Crematory.

A Celebration of Life will be held November 8, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Cassville, Mo.

Cremation arrangements are under the care of White Funeral Home and Crematory in Cassville, Mo.

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