Beatrice Rachal was born on 20 September 1929 in the country outside of Alexandria Louisiana to her proud parents Paul and Stella Thomas. Beatrice was the sister of 5 brothers (Woodrow, Jack, Duffy, Richard and Austin) and 2 Sisters (Mavis and Mary). The Thomas’s were proud of their Choctaw and Creole heritage.
In 1946 Beatrice met and married Frank Rachal. They moved to Chicago, Illinois and raised a family of 6 (Larry, Gary, Curtis, Danny, Kathy and Renee). In 1975 Beatrice, Frank, Danny and Renee moved to Tucson, Arizona where Beatrice lived until her death on 31 July 2020.
Beatrice had a long beautiful life, no matter the hardships and pain she remained strong, faithful to God and always put her Children and Grandchildren’s needs first.
Beatrice leaves behind 3 Children, 16 Grandchildren and 33 Great Grandchildren.
We all feel honored and privileged to be loved by you. You loved us all unconditionally and were the best Mother and Grandmother anyone could wish for. We will miss you forever Beatrice Rachal.