Rebecca Lynn Gonzales

Rebecca Lynn Gonzales, affectionately known as Becca and Beccalynn, was a beloved and cherished daughter, sister, Tia, granddaughter, and friend to many. She passed away on October 11, 2026.

Becca was born on October 19, 1999, in Austin, Texas. She graduated from Elgin High School in 2017 and continued her undergraduate education at Baylor University, where she earned her degree in International Studies in 2021. She went on to pursue her master’s degree in International Relations at Dallas Baptist University (DBU), graduating in 2024.

Becca had a deep passion for God, culture, people, and the meaningful connections formed between them. She loved exploring the world and sharing those experiences with others. Becca knew no stranger and was a friend to all. She was fiercely loyal and could always be counted on to stand by the people she loved, no matter what. Her laughter and sense of humor were well known to those who knew her, and she had a special way of lighting up every room she entered and every conversation she joined. Becca valued authenticity and integrity, both in herself and in everyone she surrounded herself with. She was truly loved by so many and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Becca’s legacy of love lives on through her parents, Glen and Jennifer Reynolds, and Brian and Diane Gonzales, her siblings, Josh Ficklin and his wife, Catherine Ficklin, Shane Gonzales and family, Shayna Gonzales, Shadow, and Shiloh, Kirsten Gonzales, Amanda Jordan and family, Dan Messenger, Wayne, and Tyler, Naudia Bautista, Kaitlin McNair, and step siblings Zachary, Brittany, and Hayden. She is also lovingly remembered by her grandparents, Pam Ficklin (Grandma), Judy Gonzales (Meemaw), and John Fivecoats (Papa) and his wife; her aunts and uncles, Chris and Shannon Ficklin, Shirley Sears, Karen Smith, Brad and Yaya Gonzales, Jonathan Rathke, and Kathy Shannon; and her cousins, Brandon Simpson, Grant Ficklin, Hailey Donovan, Kendall Deroulac, and many others.

Becca also leaves behind her many dear friends, including Randilyn Sasser, Bekah Prinz, and Kevin Cervantes, along with countless others whose lives she touched through her friendship, loyalty, and love.

Becca was preceded in death by Rene Gonzales (Pops), Steve Ficklin (Grandpa Steve), Melvin and Mary Reynolds (Nanaw and Pawpaw), Mary Wilson (Aunt Mary), Mackenzie Smith (Kenzie-Cousin), Debbie Shannon (Aunt Debbie), James Rathke (Cousin), Bonnie Rathke (Nana Bonnie), Garrett Sumner (friend), and many other beloved friends and family members who now welcome her home.

Becca always had questions, and she always had answers. Her hugs made you feel loved, and her smile always made you happy. - Aunt Kathy

Beekah was bright, bold soul. Full of faith, fierce love, contagious laughter, and unmistakable passion. She loved God, her family, and her friends with her whole heart, and her joy could fill a room. “My Beekah—a joyfire whose love and light will never fade.” - Uncle Jonathan

A visitation will be held at First Baptist Church of Elgin, TX, 13916 County Line Rd, Elgin, TX 78621, on October 19, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, followed by a Memorial Service beginning at 11:00 AM. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held following the services at the Elgin SPJST Hall from 12:00 to 4:00 PM.