Rebecca M. Markham 70, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Vancrest Nursing Home of Van Wert, Ohio.

Becky, as most of her friends called her, was born on September 7,1955 in Ottumwa, Iowa. She was daughter of the late Melvin Henry Johnson and Helen K (Swope) Johnson. She also had a close relationship with her grandparents. Rebecca married Chester Gales Markham, Jr. on March 29,1990 and he preceded her in death on July 2, 2000.

She worked at McDonald's for several years as a cashier. She loved her pets, her cat, Blessings, gave her much comfort and joy. Becky loved to knit, craft, and attend Bible studies. She had been part of the Homestead Village for many years. Her neighbors in that community were like family, and very dear friends. She also had brothers and sisters in Christ at the Pentecostal Way Church.

Becky had attended the Salvation Army church where she met her good friend, Ed Hill. There after, she attended Bible study & services with Pastor Watson and her friends at Homestead. She had a heart for Jesus and Pastor Watson, gave her great inspiration . Becky was a member of the Pentecostal Way Church of Van Wert and was part of their prayer team.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday,  November 12, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. held at the Pentecostal Way Church located at 1213 Leeson Ave., Van Wert, OH

Please send any memorials to Pentecostal Way Church or the Humane Society.

Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded at cowanfuneralhome.com, Tribute Wall.