Beth Ellen Richlen

Visitation will be on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until noon at Weerts Funeral Home in Davenport. A private burial for family will take place at Allens Grove Cemetery in Donahue.

Beth Ellen was born July 27, 1947 in Dixon, Iowa to Donald and Bette (Mueller) Richlen. After high school, Beth Ellen started her career as a secretary for Sivyer Steel, and was married for a short time to Eddie Timm. Beth Ellen then began working for Mel Foster Commercial as a secretary for the president of the company in 1973. Soon after, Beth Ellen joined the Sodemann Company where she eventually became a partner. Beth Ellen and her business partner developed and owned multiple commercial properties located in Chicago, Peoria, Dallas and Davenport. Her most prized property was the one she continued to work at in downtown Davenport.

Beth Ellen had a special place in her heart for Yorkies, whose spunky personalities made them a perfect match for Beth Ellen. Beth Ellen had four yorkies over the years, with her last one – Sabryna – being by her side until the end.

Aunt Beth loved having dinners at Crow Valley Country Club and spending time on her patio with her yorkie, nephew Don and his wife Kathleen. She also cherished her Saturday lunches with her friends.

Beth is survived by her nephew Don (Kathleen) of Bettendorf, niece Lisa (Jeff) of Eldridge; grand nephews and nieces Mitch (Savannah), Kelcie (Nate), Randon, Rihlen and Reyli.

Beth is preceded in death by her parents, and brother Denny.